I always love to capture a Pembroke Lodge Wedding day, be it summer spring autumn or winter. Over time this lovely building and its grounds in Richmond Park has become one of my most frequent photography destinations. I’m featuring a few of my personal favourites, from the 1500 edited images I gave to the fantastic couple.
This fab day for A and J who both work in Specialist Care was based on our Elegance package. That means two photographers, myself David and Joanna (or sometimes Rory). Joanna covered A’s and bridesmaids prep at the nearby Richmond Hill Hotel, while I spent time with J and the boys around Pembroke Lodge itself.
In many previous visits for Pembroke Lodge weddings the ceremonies have usually been indoors. That’s either in the dedicated Belvedere suite for larger celebrations, or the Russell Suite a gorgeous Georgian room in the main building for medium sized weddings. It’s worth mentioning about Pembroke Lodge that it has over one thousand five star reviews on Hitched. I thought I had a lot, but 1000 plus is unbelievably good! I can see why though, great staff, beautiful buildings and grounds, and right in the heart of Richmond Park.
This day was made even more special as the wedding ceremony was outdoors at the back of the Lodge. The spot has beautiful views across the Thames and this part of London. I had to squint a lot for this as it was a relentlessly sunny day, no complaints though! It was so sunny we even used an umbrella at times for shade:-)
CEREMONY
Great ceremony with some pretty entertaining registrars I’ve worked with before. Then there was a bubble blowing recessional, and on to the drinks reception overlooking the Thames from our high vantage point. I used this time to naturally capture as many guests as possible, and also fit in some couple and group shots too. I work fast and efficiently with a smile, because I’m very aware that couple need to spend precious time with friends and family as well.
After the wedding breakfast in the turned around Belvedere suite, it was time for speeches, cake cutting and the first dance. A great Pembroke Lodge wedding day was rounded off by an excellent grungy covers band. That certainly kept the dance floor full and motivated!
RECEPTION
To read more about what Pembroke Lodge has to say for itself and what it provides you can click their link here: Pembroke Lodge Official Site
Here’s another Pembroke Lodge Wedding from the blog, this time indoors in the Russell Suite: Pembroke Lodge Weddings – London Wedding Photographers
By David Green
