ClickDeciding how to choose a venue for a wedding plays a vital role in the success of your day, and is undoubtedly one of the biggest wedding planning decisions you’ll make. Finding a wedding venue is likely to be at the top of any newly engaged couple’s wedding planning checklist and with so much choice out there - how can you possibly narrow it down? Just like viewing property, it’s easy to become overexcited and fall in love with a place without thinking about the practicalities. Planning a wedding is an emotional process, but it's important to think with your head just as much as you do with your heart. In terms of logistics, the wedding venue you pick will determine the number of guests you can invite, your décor options, your vendors, your wedding date and it will also have a big impact on your wedding budget, Before you become overwhelmed by the pressure, take a moment to breathe deeply, as your wedding fairy godparents (that would be us!) are here to assist you. How do you select a wedding venue? We are here to support you. Whether you already have a dream venue in mind or are just beginning your search for the perfect wedding location, we possess the essential tips and questions to ask your venue that will help you succeed in this process. For some couples, it is indeed true that when you find the right one, you will simply know it - you will be able to envision yourself there on the day exchanging vows and celebrating with your loved ones. Nevertheless, there are several crucial criteria that you must consider while exploring wedding venues. In this guide, we offer expert advice on selecting a wedding venue in the UK, along with tips and strategies that will help you choose the venue that is best suited for you!

Be ready to learn that having rain on your wedding day is lucky... 

Rain on your wedding day may bring you health, fortune, fertility, or a happy marriage, depending on your culture. The likelihood is that your guests will have heard about this, so if the skies do open, they will let you know. A lot. From the first few visitors, it's lovely; by visitor 15, it could be grating. Just keep in mind that they're merely bringing it up to make you feel better about the weather, whether or not you believe in the superstition. Actually, you don't need to be cheered up because your rainy wedding is going to be fantastic.
Consult your venue. 

There is a lot of confusing and conflicting information online about micro-weddings because they are so closely related to what we call intimate weddings.In fact, micro-weddings are intimate in nature. . So what do you get? First, micro-his wedding headcount is usually less than 30 people, and often he has less than 10 people including vendors.

However, as a couple planning a wedding, you have the power to define what Micro means to you. It's more a matter of mindset than the exact number of seats at the dining table. Flexibility and an intimate experience are exactly why we love it!

Whether you're trimming your wedding guest list due to COVID-19 or planning a micro-wedding from the beginning, we know that choosing a small number of guests can be difficult. It's also nice to have only the closest people to you to celebrate your special day with.

what to wear to a micro wedding
While you're thinking about breaking with tradition, it can be fun to think about the wedding outfit that best reflects your personal style.We love great backyard wedding dresses and jumpsuits. Dress up in a lime green suit or choose to save the entire wedding look.We can't wait to see your creative

How to personalize your micro-wedding
Micro-wedding was created for couples who have been forced to abandon traditions and "must-haves" due to COVID-19. This change has created a wonderful opportunity for all couples to focus only on what best represents their love.Whether you want to make your day special with catering from your favorite restaurant, we have scavengers for your guests. Whether you want to go hunting (we love the idea), it's sure to be a day of making special memories while sharing quality time with your loved ones. 

Cambridgeshire has some fantastic wedding venues, ranging from thatched barns to majestic manor houses. Whether you're planning an intimate and quirky gathering in the heart of Cambridge or a countryside affair in Buckden overlooking the River Great Ouse, this list includes historic buildings and charming market town spots. 
1)  Holmewood Hall 
This charming Tudor-style country manor is a romantic and grand place to get married, nestled in stunning landscaped gardens. The hall, located in Holme and overlooking Holme Fen Nature Reserve, boasts original historic features and serves as a great backdrop for those all-important photos. Impress your guests by providing exclusive use of this magnificent Grade II listed property...
2) Bassmead Manor Farm 
Brassmead Manor Barns is a fairy tale wedding venue for whimsical barn celebrations, where contemporary design meets historic restoration. This private site, set in the moat of a mediaeval manor, stands alone just outside of Saint Neots and features three distinct wedding barns. Couples can enjoy their entire day because the ceremony is licenced and provides lodging... 
3) Graduate Cambridge 
Graduate Cambridge combines scenic views with a city location, located in the green area of Coe Fen with riverside views of the river Cam and a stone's throw from The Fitzwilliam Museum. Choose from three distinct wedding suites to host the ceremony and reception, as well as wedding packages to suit all budgets... 
4) The Haylock Hotel 
This historic 16th century coaching inn is located in the tranquil Cambridgeshire countryside. Have a beautiful ceremony among the exposed wooden beams, and take beautiful photos in their award-winning gardens. The bride and groom are spoilt for choice with three incredible wedding packages to choose from and the option of having exclusive use... 
5) South Farm
South Farm is a family-run eco-conscious Cambridgeshire wedding venue. Have a dreamy rural wedding with cornflower blue windows marrying against summery yellow walls and a climbing red rose, this is the perfect fairy-tale venue for those looking for something bright, unique, and quirky...

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Continuing my previous post on the cost of wedding photography and how I price it, it's time to consider the selection of images.

There are a number of things that contribute to the edited image, but. It is always true, regardless of the type of work, that not all images are altered. How is that? If I tell you and explain you will understand why.

When I got home from the wedding, I downloaded everything to my computer plus the hard drive. When finished, I go through all the images, removing the ones that don't fit, are a bit blurry, or aren't good enough.

During an all-day wedding, I usually take between 800 and 1200 photos of the wedding, perhaps if the weather is nice and the reception is outdoors. That number will include all group photos. For each group I shoot, I take at least 4 shots, to allow anyone to blink or look away from the camera, which is often the case.
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Once complete, it can take up to a week to edit the wedding images to a standard I'm happy with, but photographing some of the most beautiful locations in Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Essex is a real pleasure. 

.Wedding photography is not a small expense and choosing the right one of your special day is one of the most important decisions that you’ll make. Your wedding photos are memories to treasure forever and you want them to be the best they can be and exactly what you dreamed of. Choosing a wedding photographer in Cambridgeshire is something that I am sure you are researching widely and the cost may be a factor in your decision. I’ve put a handy list of things to consider when picking your photographer.

1. Does the wedding photographer do a pre-wedding engagement shoot?
Ever thought of having a pre-wedding engagement shoot? This is something that’s becoming more and more popular. It’s a fantastic way to get to know your wedding photographer and also for them to get to know you. Not only will you have photos to treasure, but you can provide valuable feedback to your wedding photographer so they know what you like and don’t like. This better prepares all of you for the big day and means you’re more likely to get exactly the right kind of photos. You want to feel relaxed and comfortable with your wedding photographer, so this pre-wedding shoot can “break the ice” and put you at ease. You’ll have enough nerves on your wedding day, so this is one less thing to worry about! Lots of couples tell me that they enjoy sharing their engagement photos before the big day with friends and family, and it’s nice to have some “different” photos of you together. I offer a pre-wedding engagement shoot on my top tier package, and I am finding more couples than ever are choosing this option.

2. Look for the style you like.
What kind of photos do you like? Natural, candid, vintage, quirky, modern….there are so many different styles and the beauty of photography is that it’s subjective. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder as they say, so you simply have to like the style of the photographer you work with. A good place to start is on social media – follow their wedding page on Facebook and follow them on Instagram to see what sort of photos they produce. You could search for “wedding photographers Cambridgeshire” to find a few you like the look of. Most wedding photographers do share their work on a regular basis (I certainly do) so you can get a feel for their style. I think this one is all about gut instinct, and you will know what you like when you see it.
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3. Find someone within in your budget.
Of course cost does play a part in most people’s decision. I totally understand that if you’re working to a budget, then this is important, but equally it’s not worth trying to find the cheapest photographer you can find – someone offering their work for next to nothing may not produce the best wedding photos or offer you the service you deserve. I try to keep my prices fair and reasonable, whilst being able to earn my living at the same time. There are photographers priced at either end of the scale of course, and only you know what you’re willing to spend. Do consider that these photos will last you a lifetime and sometimes skimping on this expense could be a huge regret in the future.

 4. Choose someone you feel a connection with.
I feel this is one of the most important things to consider.  You’ve GOT to pick a wedding photographer that you feel comfortable with and get along with. You’re going to have to interact with your wedding photographer so much throughout the day, you’ve got to have a connection and find them easy to deal with. They should also be someone that will fit in well on the big day and be able to “boss your guests around” from time to time if needed!
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5. Make sure they have insurance for the wedding venue if required.
​All good wedding photographers in Cambridgeshire (and elsewhere!) should be fully insured. This is more of a boring, practical consideration but it’s extremely important. Many wedding venues will also insist on the right insurance being in place (which of course I do).
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If you have any wedding photography related questions then please don’t hesitate to contact me. I am only too happy to help even if you have a small query or a “silly question”, feel free to get in touch.