Wedding photography and film at The Priest House

The Priest House is a country weddings venue in the Midlands, set on the banks of the River Trent near Castle Donington, with a history stretching back to the 15th century.

A 15th-century inn on the banks of the River Trent near Castle Donington, The Priest House combines ancient stone and timber interiors with a riverside garden setting and the characterful atmosphere of one of Derbyshire's oldest hospitality buildings.

We are genuinely drawn to what this place offers visually: ancient stone walls, exposed timber interiors and a riverside garden that gives couples a remarkable variety of backdrops within a single setting. The character here runs deep, and that kind of atmosphere, where history feels lived-in rather than staged, tends to translate beautifully to both photography and film. It is a venue we would love to bring our cameras to.

Frequently asked questions about The Priest House

What is it like to get married at The Priest House?

Getting married at The Priest House is a genuinely atmospheric experience, with ancient stone walls, exposed timber beams and a riverside garden setting on the banks of the River Trent all contributing to a sense of history and character that few venues can match. The building dates back to the 15th century and sits close to Castle Donington, so there is a real sense of place that couples tend to find deeply romantic. The contrast between the warmth of the interior and the open riverside garden gives the day a natural variety that feels effortless rather than staged.

How does the historic interior of The Priest House affect wedding photography and film?

A venue like The Priest House, with its aged stone, timber framing and candlelit character, creates the kind of light and texture that we find genuinely exciting to work with. The interiors offer rich, moody tones for ceremony and reception coverage, while the riverside garden and surrounding landscape open up a completely different palette for portraits and documentary moments. Venues with this much architectural history tend to reward photographers and filmmakers who take the time to understand the building, and we always arrive early to do exactly that.

Can we book Big Day Productions for photography, film, and content creation at The Priest House?

Absolutely, and The Priest House is the kind of venue we would love to cover. We work with couples across the Midlands and beyond, and a 15th-century inn on the River Trent near Castle Donington is exactly the sort of characterful location that inspires our best work. If you are planning your wedding here, get in touch with us and we can talk through how our photography, film, and content creation packages could work for your day.

Is the riverside garden at The Priest House suitable for outdoor wedding moments?

The garden setting on the banks of the River Trent is one of the most distinctive features of The Priest House, offering a natural backdrop that shifts beautifully with the light throughout the day. For photography and film, a riverside garden adds movement, depth and a sense of the wider landscape that enclosed venue spaces simply cannot replicate. We always advise couples to think about how they want to use outdoor spaces within their day's timeline, so that we can plan coverage around the best light and the flow of events.

Where is The Priest House and how easy is it for guests to reach?

The Priest House sits on the banks of the River Trent close to Castle Donington in the Midlands, a part of the country that is well connected by road and within reasonable reach of Derby and the wider region. Castle Donington itself is perhaps best known for its proximity to East Midlands Airport, which makes it straightforward for guests travelling from further afield. We would recommend checking directly with the venue for their latest guidance on parking, accommodation and local transport options.

What makes The Priest House stand out as a country wedding venue in the Midlands?

The Priest House carries something that newer venues simply cannot manufacture: genuine age and history, with origins stretching back to the 15th century and a setting on one of England's most iconic rivers. The combination of characterful interiors and a natural riverside garden means couples get both intimacy and openness within the same venue, without needing to travel between locations for different parts of the day. For photography, film, and content creation, that kind of variety in a single setting is something we genuinely value.