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Fennes Wedding Open Day Sunday 21 February 2016

Fennes Wedding Open Day Sunday 21 February 2016

Fennes will be holding a Wedding Open Day this Sunday 21st February from 11am-4pm. A wonderful Wedding Venue which is well worth a visit. We will be there with our sample Albums and we look forward to meeting with you and chatting about your Wedding Day. Fennes is one of our favourite venues where we know we can create some great wedding photos for our clients, whatever the weather! The house and beautifully maintained gardens and grounds are ‘exclusive use’ for you and your guests to enjoy throughout your wedding day.

Fennes house and grounds

February 18, 2016
Two Great Wedding Fairs!

Two Great Wedding Fairs!

Today Sandra ran the display at Fennes Open Day and I ran the display at Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding Fayre.

We both took bookings so it was an excellent day!

January 17, 2016
Wedding Photos Fennes for Nikki & Rob

Wedding Photos Fennes for Nikki & Rob

We were very pleased to be asked to photograph Nikki and Rob’s Wedding Day at Fennes. Nikki works in the Accounts Office at The Fennes Estate.

Our day started at Fennes, arriving whilst the girls preparations were underway and the excitement was increasing.

Nikki and Rob chose to be married at St Mary’s Church, Bocking, so we had to be very aware of the time so we would not miss the Guys’ arrival shots at church. With pictures of the details and accessories in the bag, and everybody was ready, we got on with taking the posed pictures. After Nikki’s Dad saw her for the first time in her Wedding dress and escorted her downstairs, we went into the Gold Room.One of the nice things with Nikki and Rob choosing a Church wedding, was that the downstairs of Fennes was available for Nikki’s pictures before she went. Once we had taken the pictures we left to go to the Church. The pathway up to the St Mary’s allows for some nice Guest arrival pictures whilst Rob, his Best Man and Ushers were having a few pictures taken, before he disappeared into the Church.

Nikki arrived, took her Father’s arm and walked up the path to the Church. After the Church service we organised the few requested family pictures. The Guests then lined the path at the gate for Nikki and Rob to walk through, throwing confetti as they did so. Nikki, Rob and ourselves were first back to Fennes so after a couple of pictures with the car driven by Adrian of Vintage Dreams, we walked over to the Bridge, a must for Weddings at Fennes! With Lottie, front of house co-ordinator and the staff at Fennes as always taking good care of the Guests as they arrived, we carried on with a short tour of the grounds for Nikki and Rob’s pictures. They then joined the Drinks Reception and talked to their Guests. Bridal fun pictures happened later, shortly before the Wedding Breakfast. A singer entertained everybody during the Wedding Breakfast before the Speeches. Whilst waiting for the Evening Reception to start Guests enjoyed walking around in the grounds of Fennes. A short time later the evening Guests started to arrive for the Reception in the Marquee. The Pavilion looked wonderful as Nikki and Rob greeted all their Guests as they made their way in. After the cutting of the Wedding Cake they took to the dance floor for their First Dance together as man and wife. Making sure we were happy with our images of capturing Nikki and Rob’s special Day, catching up with people we knew, we said our ‘goodbyes’. Congratulations Nikki and Rob on a lovely day!

January 14, 2016
Fennes Wedding Photography – Leah & Christopher

Fennes Wedding Photography

It was a pleasure to photograph Leah and Christopher’s Wedding which was held at Fennes in the late summer. The Fennes Estate looked a picture as always and whilst waiting for Leah to arrive we photographed the setting. Christopher arrived and made his way to Fennes Cottage where he got dressed. Leah arrived shortly afterwards with her hair done and only the final touch up of her make-up needed. We worked with David of Rideout Productions who is one of the best wedding film makers anywhere. After taking pictures of Leah’s Dress and Accessories, Leah and the Bridesmaids put on their dresses. Chris and his Groomsmen had their pictures taken in front of Fennes just before the Guests started to arrive. Leaving Chris to greet the Guests it was time for Leah’s pictures upstairs. The girls were so relaxed, giggling away! After capturing the moments when Leah’s Dad entered the room, we finished off with taking a few pictures of Leah. Sue (a gem! – Fennes’ front of house) arrived stating time was up! With the Bridesmaids leading the way, Leah taking her Father’s arm followed them into the Pavilion. After the Ceremony, everybody went outside for a few requested family pictures before socialising during the Drinks Reception, with the String Quartet providing the music. Leah and Chris wanted lots of casual pictures taken and they were not disappointed, we were spoilt for choice! For Leah and Chris’ pictures we went over to the bridge. The ground was soft so Leah made the right choice to change into her ‘Hunter’ wellies and not spoil her wonderful shoes! After the confetti pictures the Wedding Breakfast was in the Pavilion and was followed by the Speeches. We great great moments captured in the speeches! There was time before the cake cutting and First Dance for a little time with Leah and Chris for a few pictures in the Gold and Red rooms. A beautiful day provided a nice sunset as well. Later, finishing off with some informal pictures of Leah sand Chris’ evening Guests ended our day. A wonderful day of Fennes wedding photography.

January 7, 2016
Wedding Photography Fennes – Hollie and Chris

Wedding Photography Fennes – Hollie and Chris

It was a windy but dry and warm day for Hollie and Chris’ Summer Wedding at Fennes. Hollie and Chris wanted to have an outdoor Civil Ceremony at Fennes and their wish came true. Hollie and her Bridesmaids were getting ready in the house whilst Chris and his Groomsmen were getting ready in the Lodges. When Chris was ready he had some pictures taken. Meanwhile, Hollie and her Bridesmaids were getting dressed, so they were ready for their pictures. Soon it was time for Hollie to go and see the Registrars before the start of the Ceremony. The Bridesmaids then led the way outside, followed by Hollie and her Father. After the Ceremony, Hollie and Chris spent a little time with their Guests before the arranged pictures. We changed the planned location for the requested family pictures closer to the guitarist, as the wind had got up, making it hard for the guests hear him play. The Guests carried on enjoying the Drinks Reception whilst we took Hollie and Chris for a short walk around the grounds for their ‘together’ pictures. Before the Wedding Breakfast we did an ‘everybody’ heart shot. Thank you to Sue from Fennes for helping us to achieve this so speedily! Everyone then made their way into the Pavilion for the Wedding Breakfast. The Speeches took place before the meal so they could all enjoy the meal without pressure! Afterwards and before the evening Guests arrived we took a few pictures of Hollie and Chris in the Gold Room and Red Room. The cake cutting was before Hollie and Chris took to the dance floor for their First Dance together. Capturing a lovely sunset picture for Hollie and Chris completed our coverage of their Wedding.

October 20, 2015
Fennes Wedding Photography Jenna & James

Fennes Wedding Photography -Jenna & James

The popular Fennes was the chosen Wedding Venue for Jenna and James’ Wedding. On arrival at Fennes the sound of fun and laughter greeted us! Preparations were going well and everybody was having a nice time getting ready. The girls were in the Bridal Suite whilst the guys were keeping out of the way getting ready in one of the bedrooms. Jenna was so relaxed, giving a helping hand to everybody, sorting herself out in between! Once James, his Best Man and Ushers were ready they went downstairs for some pictures. Unfortunately, it was raining but they were able to stand on the steps outside in the dry, whilst David got wet! The men stayed downstairs then and greeted the Guests as they arrived. When Jenna, looking wonderful, and the girls were ready we took a few portrait pictures of them all, then took Jenna onto the landing for a couple of Bridal shots.

The Guests made their way into the Pavilion for the Ceremony and after seeing the Registrars, Jenna took her Father’s arm and they made their way to the Pavilion. After the ceremony Jenna and James led their Guests back through the house to the front where the Drinks Reception.We were prepared for doing the photography in the Gold Room as there wasn’t any prospect of the weather improving. With lots of Guests, Videographers and ourselves, it was busy, but we were really pleased with how smoothly this went. A huge ‘thank you’ goes to the Guests for their co-operation. Later on as we were still unable to venture outside other than on the steps, we took a couple of pictures in the Library before the confetti pictures in the Gold Room. Soon it was time for the Wedding Breakfast. The Speeches followed and as a surprise, Molllie, one of their Bridesmaids sung a song for Jenna and James. Another surprise followed! A break in the weather! We couldn’t believe it, nor could anybody else! Without further ado, we were on our way outside for some bridge pictures. Not pushing our luck we took some pictures in the minimum of time on the bridge, using the gazebo as well. We persuaded all the guests to come outside so that Jenna & James could have a big group picture. As they returned to the Pavilion we took a few pictures of Jenna and James in the house before the start of the evening reception. The cutting of the Wedding Cake was followed by the throwing of the bouquet. Jenna and James took to the floor for their First Dance. The happy couple planned for some sparkler pictures which we did just with the two of them before it rained too hard, again! These pictures ended our coverage of Jenna and James’ Wedding. Thank you Jenna and James for smiling constantly throughout your day, you are a lovely couple, some wonderful pictures we hope you are pleased with. For us another great day of Fennes Wedding Photography!

October 2, 2015
Wedding Photography Fennes – Stephen & Richard

Wedding Photography Fennes – Stephen & Richard

It was a lovely day for the Wedding of Stephen and Richard at Fennes. When we arrived at The Fennes Estate on the morning of the Wedding Stephen was getting ready in the cottage and Richard was getting ready upstairs in the House. Stephen and Richard chose to have one best man each and one best woman each to help them with all the preparations and what a good job they did! Once ready they had a few pictures taken of themselves together with their friends, before it was time for seeing the Registrars in the Library.

Richard and Stephen chose to meet in the Library before going to the Ceremony in the Pavilion. When it was time the Best Men and Best Women led the way, followed by Stephen and his Mother Linda and Richard with his Mother, Mary. After the Ceremony, the Guests enjoyed the Drinks Reception outside, whilst Richard and Stephen had a few moments together. They soon made their way outside, cheered by their Guests and joined them for Drinks. Richard and Stephen enjoyed relaxing and socialising for a little while whilst we were on hand to capture the moments. During the afternoon we took some requested groups and relaxed fun pictures. There was time later for a short walk around the wonderful grounds of Fennes for Stephen and Richard’s together pictures. After the confetti pictures it was time for the Weddding Breakfast. Following the meal the Speeches began. Rukan, Richard’s Best Woman, started off the Speeches and introduced those following. Naomi, Stephen’s Best Woman completed the round of Speeches in her great theatrical style! Brilliant reactions! There was a little time before the evening Guests arrived, so Stephen, Richard and ourselves went to the front of the house for some pictures. The evening celebrations began with the cake cutting, then Stephen and Richard took to the dance floor. Our final coverage of the guys’ Wedding was a sunset picture. Thank you Stephen and Richard for asking us to photograph your Wedding, we thoroughly enjoyed it!

September 24, 2015
Pre-Wedding Photos for Jaimey & Mehmet

Pre-Wedding Photos for Jaimey & Mehmet

We met Jaimey and Mehmet one morning in Hackney for their pre-wedding photos and to go over the details of their Wedding Day. Choosing a park near to them for their pictures, proved the right choice, not many people around and the weather was just perfect. Jaimey and Mehmet are getting married soon at The Fennes Estate, Bocking.

July 13, 2015
Fennes Approved Photographers Testimonial

Fennes Approved Photographers Testimonial

A Fennes Approved Photographers Testimonial for us from Gemma and Dan who just collected their pictures upon return from Honeymoon

“Hello again to you both!

Thankyou so much for the pictures, they are amazing!

Thanks again we have loved looking at them, I’ve watched the slide 3 times already!

Gemma and Dan 🙂 ”

June 23, 2015
Fennes Wedding Photography – Zhanine & David

Fennes Wedding Photography

Our day started early with a visit to Zhanine and David’s home for Zhanine’s bridal preparation shots for her Wedding. With David downstairs taking some images of the hair and make-up, I went upstairs to photograph Zhanine’s dress and accessories. When Zhanine’s hair and most of her make-up were finished it was time for her to get dressed. Zhanine’s sister and Bridesmaid helped her get ready whilst I got a few action shots. The time had run out so we quickly took a couple of bridal portraits of Zhanine before we left to go to the Church. Our Lady Immaculate Roman Catholic Church, Chelmsford, was where Zhanine and David were to be married. Once we had finished our brief chat with Father Hugh, taken some detail shots and met with the Videographer who was shooting his first wedding. David, his Best Man and Ushers arrived and and quickly disappeared into the Church to take up their duties. We found time between the guest arrivals to take a few arranged pictures of them. It wasn’t long before Zhanine, accompanied by her Father arrived. We took a couple of pictures before the music began and Zhanine took her Father’s arm and they made their way into the Church. After the service as Zhanine and David left the Church with their Parents and the Bridal Party, we took a couple of quick group pictures of them all, before the rest of the Guests joined them outside. After greeting their Guests for a little while, Zhanine and David were showered in confetti just before getting into the car to go to the Reception. The Fennes Estate was the chosen Reception Venue and a particular favourite of ours. It was a beautiful day and Fennes looked wonderful. Zhanine and David’s Wedding Guests arrived at various intervals and were entertained by the Piper. We got on and took some relaxed and informal pictures during the Drinks Reception. Once we believed everybody had arrived we took the family group pictures. During the afternoon we managed to achieve the pictures that were required as well as taking Zhanine and David onto the bridge for the their pictures. A patch of Bluebells provided a lovely backdrop for a few bride and groom pictures but as always at Fennes there are so many opportunities for pictures that we are spoilt for choice! Later the Piper piped Zhanine and David into the Pavilion for the Wedding Breakfast. The Speeches provided some amusing images before people went outside to enjoy the nice evening. Able to find a little time to take some evening pictures of Zhanine and David later we were pleased with the results. Zhanine and David cut their Wedding cake before their First Dance, which was followed by a Ceilidh. Nice to work with www.debbielloyd.co.uk for and www.bridalpromhairdesign.com. A great day!

June 19, 2015