Bride and groom smile together as they exit their wedding ceremong at Abbey House in Cumbria

ABBEY HOUSE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

CUMBRIA

A short drive away from the Lake District and just 20 minutes from Windermere you will find the beautiful Abbey House Hotel and Gardens, based on the border of Barrow In Furnace. A luxury hotel like this is the ideal place to celebrate your wedding day in style. It has 14 acres of private woodland and is within walking distance of Furness Abbey one of the country's greatest ruins.

ABBEY HOUSE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Dawn and Michael had an amazing wedding located in Abbey House Hotel & Gardens, in the Southern Lake District. As a Manchester wedding photographer, it was an absolute delight to drive to this picturesque venue to capture their wedding in such a beautiful country location, and I am grateful that I was chosen to be their Abbey House wedding photographer. This was my second wedding at the venue so I was quite familiar with the setting. I shoot all weddings in a different way when returning to the same venue and like to show off the individual personalities of the couples I work with in their own unique way.

From the outset I was overwhelmed by the feelings of joy and love that surrounded the couple, their children and the wedding. The morning preparations were filled with an atmosphere of excitement with the young bridesmaids having their hair and make-up done in the lodge with Dawn. Michael, his son and best man were full of laughs, and I was lucky enough to capture a rare moment of Michael ironing his shirt in preparation for the big day.

The bride looked radiant entering the ceremony room with her mother. And the love between Dawn and Michael was clear to see throughout the ceremony; although the wedding kiss was so quick I had to be on high alert!

Following the ceremony, the children played in the gardens, and I took the wedding couple into the hotel gardens for photos. The trees and gardens created an atmosphere of tranquillity which was reflected in the bride and groom portraits, with Dawn looking magical in this setting. Throughout the day, the children’s excitement and happiness was palpable, adding to the great atmosphere of the wedding. Following the first dance, the children definitely ‘owned’ the dance floor, although Michael had some pretty good moves too. I must thank and applaud Dawn and Michael for their willingness to go ahead with some of my less conventional ideas; which....luckily.... resulted in some unique shots in the honeymoon suite.

A wonderful place for photographing the Bride and Groom and their many guests with so many interesting locations and creative possibilities, one day is never enough to fit them all in.

I would love a return visit to Abbey House Hotel to explore the many areas we did not have time to visit on this fast paced wedding celebration. There were tears and laughter and an abundance of love. Here is a selection of wedding photographs taken on the day. The style of this wedding was mainly documentary with emphasis on capturing family and friends enjoying the big day celebrations. There are so many great attractions to this stunning hotel, it really is a perfect wedding venue for any Bride & Groom.

Outdoor summer scene of stone ruins in rural England with blue sky and clouds
White flowers in the courtyard of Abbey House in Cumbria
Ornate stone bird fountain feature and water falling into fountain basin at Abbey House
Bauble light decoration feature hanging from the restaurant ceiling at Abbey House in Cumbria
Wedding breakfast room table details with chairs and decorative bowls
Abbey house exterior building in summer and interior scenes of young bridesmaids having their hair and makeup done
Cute little girl bridesmaid posing indoors for portrait during bridal prep
Bridal preparations at Abbey House with bridesmaids getting ready in the bedroom
4 portraits of bridesmaid and best man at a Abbey House wedding in Cumbria
Two young bridesmaid sitting on a bedroom floor and smile into the mirror at Abbey House
Young black girl has makeup applied to her face by makeup artist
makeup artist applies makeup to brides face in the bedroom at Abbey House
Little black girl smiles in the bedroom mirror
Teenage girls in pyjamas prepares herself in the bathroom
Jewel encrusted ornate gold wedding shoes
Champagne resting in a bucket of ice
Moet champagne being poured into a champagne glass
Mother of bride and bridesmaids get ready in the bedroom
Little black girl with big hair smiles on the staircase
Brides uses her mobile phone and get her makeup applied in the bedroom of Abbey House on her wedding day
Portrait of little black boys face whilst sitting on a bed
Groom with is son both sitting on a bed at Abbey House and smiling
Best man smiling in the bedroom at Abbey House
Black Father and son smiling at each other whilst sitting together on a bed in the bedroom
Black groom wearing a blue tracksuit top smiles and poses for the camera sat in a bedroom
Father and son smile, cuddle and laugh together sat on a bed
Best man and groom iron their shirts on the wedding morning at Abbey House
Groom and best man iron their shirts at Abbey House
Groom irons his shirt on the morning of his wedding at Abbey House in Cumbria
A joyful family photo montage showing playful poses by the window.
Mother and daughter smile together in the mirror at a wedding at Abbey House in Cumbria
Wedding day detail images of a bouquet, rings and guest message book
Bridesmaids hug and get ready for a wedding at Abbey House in Cumbria
Bridesmaids are busy getting ready for a wedding at Abbey House in Cumbria
Happy bridesmaids get ready for a wedding at Abbey House in Cumbria
Smiling bridesmaid poses for a photo on the stairs wearing a blue dress and groom adjusts his tie in a mirror
Groom ties his shoe laces and adjusts his shirt
Groom in his suit poses for wedding photographs at Abbey House in Cumbria
Bride in whire dress poses for wedding photographs at Abbey House in Cumbria
Bride in white dress descends the stairs at Abbey House in Cumbria
Bride in white dress walks down the stairs at Abbey House in Cumbria
Bride in white dress stands midway on the stairs at Abbey House in Cumbria
Mother in blue dress and daughter in white wedding dress stand in a doorway for a photograph
Groom and guests wait for the arrival of the bride in the ceremony room at Abbey House
Groom smiles and awaits his bride in the ceremony room at Abbey House in Cumbria
Wedding party members in blue dresses hold bouquets while celebrating in an elegant venue.
Wedding ceremony and reception scenes with bridesmaids in blue dresses and decorated chairs.
Candid reception moments showing guests mingling in teal and blue attire.
Wedding ceremony in an elegant wood-paneled room with white chairs and natural lighting.
Indoor wedding ceremony with guests seated in white chairs and wood-paneled walls.
Wedding ceremony moments captured in an elegant venue with wooden details.
Wedding ceremony interaction in a warm-lit venue with wood paneling and elegant decor.
A joyous wedding ceremony moment showing the couple laughing while exchanging vows in an elegant indoor venue.
Wedding ceremony with bride in white lace dress and groom in navy suit taking vows with officiant.
Wedding ceremony in an ornate venue with bridesmaids in turquoise dresses watching the couple exchange vows.
Intimate wedding ceremony moment captured in a warmly lit room with elegant decor.
Wedding ceremony exchange of rings in an elegant venue with framed artwork on walls.
Collection of candid wedding ceremony moments showing ring exchange and vows in an indoor venue.
Intimate wedding ceremony moments including a tender kiss and young attendants celebrating.
Wedding day collage showing ceremony moments and ring details in vintage venue setting.
Wedding guests gather for formal photos at an elegant indoor celebration.
Wedding party entrance under warm lighting with a stunning orange chandelier.
Black and white portrait of young wedding guest in formal attire.
Bridesmaids in coordinating turquoise and blue gowns pose outdoors.
Wedding party members in coordinating blue dresses pose with bride.
Wedding guests enjoying drinks outdoors on a sunny day.
Bride and groom pose for formal portrait on garden path.
Groomsmen and ring bearer pose for formal wedding photos outdoors.
Elegant wedding portrait of couple in formal attire standing on stone pathway outside historic building.
Groomsmen and young ring bearer in navy suits pose for formal wedding photos outside venue.
Large wedding party group poses together outside a brick church on a sunny day.
Groom in a sharp navy blue suit and light blue tie smiles outdoors.
Wedding party members in coordinated navy and grey formal attire pose together outside.
Four young girls in pretty floral and white dresses pose together on a garden path.
Family members pose together in formal attire for outdoor wedding photos.
Newlyweds share an intimate moment between tall trees in a forest setting.
Bride in lace wedding gown poses elegantly among tall pine trees.
Couple in wedding attire embrace while standing among tall forest trees.
Artistic wedding portrait of couple framed by tall pine trees in natural lighting.
Wedding couple holds hands in garden and poses for romantic portraits.
Wedding couple photographed through cascading water fountain creating a romantic bokeh effect.
Newlyweds standing by a decorative fountain with sparkling water drops in the background.
Elegant bride poses near a fountain with sparkling water bokeh in the background.
Wedding portrait in front of a grand brick manor house with manicured gardens.
Artistic bridal portrait captured through fountain water with bokeh lighting effects.
Wedding reception venue showing an elegant tiered cake and rustic interior with hanging pendant lights.
Collection of candid reception moments showing guests celebrating in an elegant indoor venue.
Wedding speech being delivered in front of rustic brick wall and decorative bunting.
Wedding toast and speeches captured during reception celebration.
Multiple candid shots of wedding speeches and reactions during reception celebration.
A person in a navy suit and blue tie stands at a wedding reception table with a festive banner in the background.
A joyful moment captured at a wedding reception with decorative banners and table settings.
A candid reception moment with elegant table settings and decorative banners.
A collection of candid wedding reception moments with decorative banners and table settings.
Wedding reception candid shots with rustic burlap banners and glassware.
A collage of candid wedding reception moments with decorative banners and guest reactions.
Wedding celebration featuring archery activity and casual outdoor portraits.
Wedding celebration collage showing outdoor activities and group photos.
Outdoor wedding portraits and group photos with tropical garden background.
Two attendants in coordinating blue dresses pose in a lush garden setting.
Two people wearing blue dresses pose together outdoors against a green natural background.
A child in white aims a toy bow while a person in blue poses near flowering bushes.
Portrait of a person in a blue dress standing near white flowers with a natural blurred background.
Black and white and color portraits showing joyful expressions against a blurred background.
Two portraits showing warm smiles - one in a floral dress and one in winter white.
A small figure in a white lace dress holds a flower while standing in a dark wooden doorway.
A small figure wearing a white lace dress holds a flower with a purple ribbon in a dark hallway.
Two side-by-side portraits in arched doorways featuring formal attire in blue.
Person in a tailored blue suit poses confidently in a stone archway.
Two dance poses in a flowing blue dress captured in stone archways.
Person twirls in a flowing light blue dress on stone steps.
Formal portraits of a couple in wedding attire posed in stone archways.
A lively wedding celebration featuring friends posing for a photo wearing colorful sunglasses and smiling.
A romantic wedding portrait of a couple standing by decorative crystal curtains with dramatic lighting.
A collection of intimate wedding photos showing the couple in elegant attire on their special day.
Romantic wedding moment captured under hanging crystal glasses with soft bokeh lighting effects.
Newlyweds cutting their elegant multi-tiered white wedding cake decorated with silver accents.
Wedding couple enjoying their cake-cutting moment with a beautiful tiered white cake.
Elegant first dance at a wedding reception with the couple in formal attire on a lit dance floor.
Wedding reception dance floor filled with guests enjoying the celebration under blue lighting.
Wedding celebration on the dance floor with guests in colorful formal attire.
Young child dancing energetically on the dance floor with colorful lights in the background.
Two views of a young child in a white t-shirt and jeans dancing at a party with colorful lights in the background.
Wedding guests dancing and socializing in a dimly lit reception venue.
Wedding party dancing energetically on a dark dance floor during reception celebrations.
Wedding celebration collage showing guests dancing and enjoying festive moments at a reception.
Candid party moments captured in a collage of guests celebrating at a special event.
Guest in formal attire stands in front of a dark reception venue with dancing in the background.
Wedding reception collage showing guests dancing and socializing at a celebration.
Black and white portrait of guest holding wine glass at formal event.
Wedding reception collage showing guests at dining tables and celebrating together.
Wedding couple in formal attire posing for portrait in front of wooden paneled wall.

MORE ABBEY HOUSE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Black and white photo of bridal makeup preparation next to a window with natural light.
Black and white reflection of someone in a white robe sitting at a vanity mirror.
Artistic view through a narrow opening showing a figure in white robe.
Morning light streams through vintage windows as someone in white robe looks outside.
Bright interior scene with arched windows and morning light.
Elegant bridal photo on vintage staircase with dramatic lighting.
Formal portrait of a person adjusting cufflinks while wearing a white dress shirt and vest.
Full-length bridal portrait in a hallway with warm overhead lighting and ornate decor.
Bridal portrait in classic setting with vintage furniture and window light.
A reflection of a bride in a white wedding dress poses near elegant wood paneling in a dramatic light effect.
Classic bridal portrait under warm ceiling lights in an elegant hallway.
A bride in a fitted white gown stands near arched windows in an ornate interior setting.
Wedding guests cheer and applaud during a joyous celebration in a wood-paneled reception room.
Two wedding rings casting shadows on a pink textured surface in dramatic lighting.
An elegant five-tier white wedding cake decorated with lace patterns and silver ribbons.
Heart-shaped floating candles create a romantic glow in glass containers.
A candlelit celebration features warm ambient lighting and formal attire.
A radiant moment captured during a wedding ceremony with guests in the background.
A wedding scene with a classic Scania truck providing an industrial backdrop.
A couple poses in formal wedding attire near manicured gardens and stone steps.
A romantic wedding portrait with an ornate fountain creating a dreamy backdrop.
Romantic wedding couple poses against a crystal curtain backdrop with their reflection visible in an elegant mirror.