Town Head Estate Wedding Photographer

I was so excited to be asked to be Meera & Fergus’s Town Head Estate Wedding Photographer. I love the Lake District and Town Head Estate has to be one of the most exciting and luxurious Lake District Wedding venues. I was over the moon to have the opportunity to be the wedding photographer at such an amazing venue.

I was also going to work with an amazing team of wedding suppliers that really helped the wedding reach its full potential. Meera & Fergus were so laid back and cheerful, I had the most amazing time photographing some very emotional moments throughout the wedding.

Town Head Estate is a simply stunning wedding venue on the shores of Lake Windermere. With a beautiful wedding barn, luxury accommodation for the happy couple, and 22 of their VIP guests. There is ½ mile of private lake frontage with a dizzying amount of options for an outdoor wedding ceremony with beautiful views across the Lake. They even have a newly acquired wedding motor yacht if you fancy a spin around the lake. Town Head Estate is a simply stunning venue to be a wedding photographer.

Check out the photo film below!

Bridal Preparations at Town Head Estate

Meera was having her bridal preparations with her bridesmaids in the secluded Bridal cottage which is directly linked to the Bridal cottage. Fergus wasn’t too far away getting ready with his best man. It was a perfectly sunny day and the energy and excitement were high. Meera & Fergus were having an Indian wedding ceremony and this was only my second Indian wedding to photograph so I was very excited. There were to be lots of singing and dancing and such wonderful colour and the beautiful traditional Indian wedding dress.

Town Head EstateTrees by Town Head Estae with sun shining throughThe Wedding Barn Front view of Town head EstateSheep grazing in a fieldBridesmaids getting readyBridesmaid reflection in vanity mirrorWomans handsIndian dress in sunlightBridesmaid getting readySilhouette of bide having her make up appliedBride having her make up appliedBrides friend smilingDetail on indian dressBrides profile as she has make up applied

Wedding ceremony at the wedding barn Town Head Estate

The wedding barn looked simply stunning and had a mandap (altar) with two chairs facing each other. This is where the wedding ceremony was to take place. The start of the wedding ceremony is the groom making his way to the wedding barn accompanied by drummers and lots of dancing by all of the wedding guests. I captured some amazing shots! As the groom was waiting for the bride to arrive, Meera was walked to the altar by her uncles rather than her father. There are lots of beautiful prayers and so many different rituals throughout the ceremony. The Civil ceremony had happened two days before so the marriage was legal in the UK. What an amazing wedding ceremony to witness and photograph. I was so in awe of the whole event. It is so life-affirming being a wedding photographer and capturing real memories for my couples.

Interior of The Wedding barnWedding ceremony order of serviceClose up of Indian altar (Mandap)Groom geting readyIndian drummerWedding guests dancing before ceremonyGuests dancing through silhouette of drummerGroom with guests dancing around himMother of bride performs a welcoming ceremony for the groomBride arrives at the weding barnBride hugs the bridesmaidBridesmaid holds brides handsBride prays as she enters the wedding ceremony roomGuests observe brides entranceBride smiling as she walks toward the altarMum watches the bride walk up the aisleBride prays a she arrives at the altarBride and groom see each other for the first timeGroom prayingBride and bridesmaid praying during wedding ceremonyFlowers on altarMother & father of the bride bless the newlywedsthe priest places spices on the bride and grooms handsLittle boy pulls on dads handsWedding guests watching the ceremonyThe bride and groom place butter into a fireLittle girl with her grandmotherThe bride and groom walk around a fire as part of the Mangal Phera Bride and groom place rice into the fireWedding guests throw flower petals over the happy coupleguests put paint on brides handsClose up of brides handsWedding guest jokes with the brideBrides grandmother gives her a hugBride and groom close up portraitBride and groom portrait

Drinks reception at Town Head Estate

After the wedding ceremony was over it was time for the drinks reception. So many hugs for the happy couple as the guests congratulated the newlyweds. I love photographing this part of the wedding day. There can be some powerful moments as close family members congratulate the bride and groom. The fabulous Northern String Quartet added a lovely ambiance to the celebrations. We shot the family group shots on the civil ceremony day, so after a few drinks the happy couple joined me on a tour of the grounds to capture some fun and relaxed couple portraits. The grounds are a wedding photographer’s paradise and we started in the beautiful blooming gardens and made our way to the boathouse at Lakeside. I hope you agree the photographs turned out pretty well!

Welcome to the wedding sign and wedding flowersBride shares a joke with guestsGroom shares a joke with guestsWedding guest hugs brideBride is hugged by wedding guestCello playerClose up of violin playerWedding barn with tables set for wedding breakfastTable flowersTop table flowersTable setting and place settingFlower garland on wall of wedding barnWedding cakeBride and groom walk in the gardens of Town Head EstateBride and groom share a joke as they walk through the gardens at Town Head EstateNewlyweds stand under umbrella portraitBride and groom share a jokeBride and groom walk in a fieldThe happy couple share a joke as they walk through grounds Newlyweds walk towards Lake WindermereBride and groom walk on jetty on lakesideBride and groom stand on lake windermere jettyBride and groom stand by lake boat house

Wedding Breakfast and speeches in the Wedding barn

The happy couple were announced into the wedding breakfast to roars of applause. The father of the bride started the proceedings and the guests did not stop laughing and crying right through the best man and groom’s speeches. There was even a speech by the bride which is always nice to see couples breaking convention! After the wedding breakfast, I photographed the newlyweds cutting the cake and it wasn’t long to go to the first dance.

Mum plays with her childBride and groom cut the wedding cakeFather of the bride makes his speechGuest laughs during speechesBride laughing as groom gives his speechBride gives her speechBride jokes with guests as she gives her speechBride reacts to Grooms speechwedding guests raise glasses after grooms speechBest man gives his speech

Bride laughs during best man's speech

First dance on the Town Head Estate Terrace

The newlyweds decided to have the first dance on the terrace in front of the main building as it was such a beautiful sunset, the most perfect golden hour. I captured some amazing shots of the happy couple’s first dance and then the party continued upstairs in the wedding barn. Some of the kids showed their acrobatic moves to the delight of the guests.

Bride and wedding guest share a jokeBride smiling during the first danceGroom smiles during the first danceBride lost in the moment during first danceGroom twirls the bride during the first dancebride and groom dancing with wedding guests watching themClose up of bride laughing during the first danceWedding guests dancingBride laughing with guest as they dance togetherGrandfather holds granddaughter Bride and bridesmaid dance togetherBridesmaid and bride smiling as they dance togetherWedding guests dancing

I had such an amazing time being the Town Head Estate wedding Photographer for Meera & Fergus. Looking forward to shooting at at this incredible wedding venue very soon. I hope you loved the photographs as much as I loved shooting them! If you are looking for a photographer for your Town Head Estate wedding or any other wedding venue, please Get In Touch!

Venue: Town Head Estate Wedding Venue

Music: Northern String Quartet

Cake: Wren Cake Design

Catering: Karen Rhodes Weddings & Events

Town Head Estate is the Perfect Destination Wedding venue

Town head Estate is the perfect Lake District wedding venue. Situated on the shore of Lake Windermere right in the heart of the Lake District. This amazing wedding venue is a wedding photographer’s dream come true.

Situated on the south-eastern shores of Lake Windermere within the world-famous Lake District National Park, Town Head Estate would be any couple’s dream wedding venue. I loved being a wedding photographer at this exclusive and stunning wedding venue.

The wedding venue is set in 130 acres of private grounds and gardens and has ½ mile of private lake shoreline, guaranteeing privacy and exclusivity for you and your wedding guests. Town Head Estate has recently added “Marguerite” a brand new Princess F45 Flybridge luxury wedding yacht, so you can take a cruise around Lake Windermere on your wedding day in complete luxury.

The grounds gently slope towards the lakefront giving you amazing views of the Lake and the distant Fells. Town Head Estate is a stunning destination wedding venue that offers stunning views and real exclusivity and privacy in one of the most famous destinations in the world.

Bride and groom share a joke as they walk togetehr

Bridal Cottage

The bridal Cottage is a self-catering luxurious accommodation for you and your loved one to enjoy your stay during your wedding celebrations. Decorative Chandeliers and a freestanding bathtub only add to the luxurious feel of the cottage. With a cozy log burner and even a private hot tub accessible from your bedroom, the bridal cottage is the perfect place to unwind after the hustle and bustle of your wedding day.

The bridal cottage has a private entrance and courtyard and is directly connected to the Bridal Preparation and Beauty Suite for complete privacy during the morning of the wedding.

Bridal Preparation and Beauty Suite

Town Head Estate even boasts a private and exclusive Bridal Preparation & Beauty suite. With beauty stations, massive mirrors, and super comfy sofas to lounge in as you enjoy a glass of bubbly while you get pampered by your beautician. The suite has its own entrance, being accessible from the bridal suite and the East wing which has 3 additional bedrooms for your VIP guests. It also has a concealed kitchenette if you’re feeling peckish or fancy a cup of tea during the bridal preparations morning.

Bride hugs bridesmaid

Guest accommodation

 Town Head Estate is the perfect luxury destination wedding venue and offers newly renovated luxury accommodation for 22 guests to sleep on the estate.

The East Wing

Sleeping six, the East Wing has 2 upstairs bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and a ground-floor mobility-friendly bedroom with a separate shower room

Barn Cottage

Sleeping six, the Barn Cottage has self-catering facilities and is ideally suited for families with children. Boasting 3 bedrooms, one of which can sleep a family of four. There is an inbuilt sound system, underfloor heating, a log burner, a television, and a hot tub, with a separate playroom for the kids.

Farm Cottage

A 3 bedroom self-catering cottage with 2 ensuite bedrooms and the third with a separate bathroom. Inbuilt sound system, underfloor heating, electric log burner, and hot tub.

Guest tells bride a joke

Wedding ceremony options

The Wedding barn

A traditional barn set on the shores of Lake Windermere is the ideal setting for your wedding ceremony. Exposed brick and wooden beams given a modern twist including LED  lighting, an inbuilt sound system, and underfloor heating. With a fully licensed bar downstairs you can enter the barn from the open staircase from the bar or the rear of the barn through the original timber barn doors.

Outdoor ceremony locations

If you are tying the knot in high season, you have so many outdoor ceremony options it will make your head spin!

The Orchard

Situated right in front of the barn this beautiful lawned garden has a capacity of 120 guests. It has the advantage of being able to relocate to the barn in case of inclement weather. Perfect location for an English garden party wedding!

The Lake View Terrace & Croquet Lawn

With Views across the parkland and Lake Windermere the Lake Terrace is a stunning location for your wedding ceremony. your guests will love the walk through the kitchen gardens past the glasshouse on the way. A great spot for a sunset as the terrace faces directly West. It has a capacity of 120.

The Lakeshore

For couples who want to get married as close to the lake as possible, this will fit the bill. The lake is such a beautiful backdrop to your ceremony and can accommodate 120 guests.

The Park

The Park is a wide flat area in the park next to the lake. Set back a little from the lake it still has great views abut also gives you the freedom to create your own ceremony space which feels more like the great outdoors. Capacity 120.

The Tree Circle

With a distinctly woodland feel the Tree circle is set amongst a circle of ancient trees and will suit couples who are looking for something more rustic and earthy. There are great views of the lake and the parkland, where guests can be seated in the round with the bride and groom can take centre stage.

The Kitchen Gardens

Having a capacity of 30-60 guests depending on the location of the ceremony. The kitchen gardens is one of the standout features of Town Head Estate. Having been completely remodelled they truly come alive with stunning colour and scent during the summer months. The gardens have been completely remodelled and landscaped with a mixture of formal garden and landscaped slate and stone.

The Beach

With a smaller capacity for more intimate gatherings, the Beach has the most stunning views of all the locations in Town Head. A beautiful pebble beach right next to the licensed boat house which can be used in case of inclement weather.

Weddings At Town Head Estate

With so many options for your wedding ceremony and the most luxurious sleeping facilities, Town Head Estate is the perfect Luxury destination wedding venue. If you love the Lake District and especially Lake Windermere you should give Town Head a serious look. As a UK wedding photographer, Town Head was a fantastic venue to photograph and I really can’t wait to get back there with my camera to photograph more top weddings.