Wedding photography and film at Elmore Court

Elmore Court is a country weddings venue in the South West of England, set within a medieval manor house on the banks of the River Severn below Gloucester.

A medieval manor house on the banks of the Severn below Gloucester, Elmore Court combines genuine historic character — ancient stone, walled orchard grounds, river meadows — with a creative, unconventional approach to weddings that draws couples from across the country.

We are genuinely drawn to what this place offers a wedding day: ancient stonework, walled orchard grounds and open river meadows that give photographers and filmmakers an extraordinary range of textures, depth and natural light to work with. Its reputation for a creative, unconventional approach to celebrations means couples tend to arrive with real personality, and that always makes for compelling work. It is exactly the kind of venue we would love to bring our cameras to.

Frequently asked questions about Elmore Court

What is it actually like to get married at Elmore Court?

Elmore Court is a medieval manor house set on the banks of the River Severn below Gloucester, and it brings together genuine historic character with a creative, freewheeling spirit that sets it apart from more traditional country house venues. Ancient stonework, a walled orchard and open river meadows give the whole estate a sense of place that feels earned rather than designed. Couples who choose Elmore Court tend to want something personal and a little unconventional, and the venue actively encourages that approach.

How does the historic setting at Elmore Court affect wedding photography and videography?

A medieval manor house with walled grounds, orchard gardens and river meadows offers a huge variety of natural backdrops without ever feeling contrived. The interplay of old stone, open water and mature landscape gives both photographers and videographers a great deal to work with across different times of day and in changing light. For us as a team, a venue with this much character and texture is exactly the kind of place where documentary-style coverage really comes into its own.

Can we book Big Day Productions to film and photograph our wedding at Elmore Court?

Absolutely, and Elmore Court is a venue we would genuinely love to cover. We work with couples at country houses and historic estates across the South and South West, and the combination of medieval architecture, orchard grounds and river meadows here makes it a particularly exciting prospect for both photography and film. Get in touch with us to check availability for your date and we can talk through what coverage would look like for your day.

Is Elmore Court easy to reach for guests travelling from further afield?

Elmore Court sits below Gloucester in the Severn Vale, which is well connected by road and rail to much of England and Wales. Gloucester itself has a mainline railway station with links to the wider national network, making it accessible for guests without a car. For those driving, the estate is in a rural setting so guests should plan their route in advance, and arranging local transport for the evening is worth considering.

Does Elmore Court suit couples who want a more creative or non-traditional wedding?

It is one of the things Elmore Court is genuinely known for. The venue has built a reputation for welcoming couples who want to do things differently, whether that means unusual styling, a non-standard format or simply a day that reflects their personalities rather than convention. That creative openness, combined with the historic bones of the estate, tends to attract couples from across the country who want somewhere with real character and genuine flexibility.

What should we think about when planning photography and videography coverage at a country estate like Elmore Court?

With a venue this varied, it is worth having a conversation with your photographer and videographer early in the planning process so they can think about how to move through the different spaces across the day. The grounds, the interior and the riverside setting each have their own qualities, and a little planning helps make sure nothing is missed. We always recommend a timeline that builds in some flexibility, particularly at estates where there is a lot of ground to cover and the light can shift quickly outdoors.