It’s Perfect! Cripps Barn Wedding Venue
Recently, I was lucky to shoot a stunning winter wedding in the Cotswolds. It’s one of my favourite areas. The event took place at Cripps Barn Wedding venue. It’s a dream situation for a wedding photographer like me. I really enjoy the friendly ambiance and layout of this beautiful location.
Covid Restrictions Apply
Emma and Lee’s wedding was held at Cripps Barn Wedding Venue, just outside Cirencester. It sits in the beautiful Gloucester countryside. This was a small wedding because it had to be carried out under COVID-19 restrictions, so they were limited to just 15 guests. This was my first “Covid Wedding” to photograph. Initially, I was sure that having such a small number of people would make the event less romantic, fun, or memorable. However, I couldn’t have been more wrong!
The weather doesn’t matter!
It was a cold and wet Friday, the week before Christmas. Emma and Lee dressed in separate Hotels in Cirencester and arrived at the Cripps Barn wedding venue for a midday ceremony. Sadly, the weather was terrible when they arrived at the barn! It became obvious that any outside photography would be very unlikely. Such a shame, because I was unable to capture Emma’s arrival at the venue. She had to make a hasty dash from the wedding car to the venue entrance, surrounded by umbrellas! Emma went straight into a private dressing area with her Bridesmaids, while Lee waited nervously for his first glimpse of his future wife.
The Wedding Ceremony
The ceremony, a truly beautiful affair, was intimate and romantic, with a palpable atmosphere of love and friendship. The small number of guests helped create this lovely ambiance. It was quite a unique feeling compared to many bigger weddings I’ve been to. It was obvious that the two families and a couple of close friends who were present all knew each other and got along very well. I think this was the magic fairy dust that made the wedding feel so special. The fantastic wedding team at the Cripps Barn wedding venue also made my job so easy. There are stunning locations for pictures everywhere, and we were spoilt for choice.
The Celebrations!
Although Emma and Lee had other restrictions to contend with, like having to stop drinking at 10 pm, this didn’t stop them or their guests from having a fantastic time. After the Wedding breakfast, speeches, and cake cutting, the dance floor came alive. I was amazed at how 15 people made such a large party area seem so full! They were all fun-loving, vibrant guests! The venue worked well from a photography perspective too, as there was a lot of natural light from the large glass windows. But it was a bit of a challenge given that it was such a dark and murky day.
This was the first time I’ve been to Cripps Barn wedding venue, and I think it would be a perfect location for a small summer wedding. Apart from the barn itself, which is very rustic, it’s surrounded by grounds that have some beautiful spots for photographs. Likewise, I saw plenty of places for people to catch a breath of fresh air after all the dancing or just to chill out for a while. It’s a 15 – 20 minute drive from Cirencester and nestled in the middle of the countryside.
For more information about the wonderful Cripps Barn wedding venue, visit the website here: https://crippsandco.com/cripps-barn and remember, if you are looking for a professional wedding photographer with experience of this exciting venue, I’m your man! Contact me here, I’d love to photograph your special day.
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