by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Although yesterday was dull and drizzly, the wedding of Panayiotis and Ioanna was anything but! They were married in the Long Hall at Goodwood House surrounded by friends and family in a very relaxed ceremony conducted by the wonderful Chichester Registrars. There was...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
It seems a cliche to say how much we enjoy every wedding but the beauty of our job is that we attend so many different days. Gail and David had a lovely intimate day with around 35 guests for their civil ceremony and wedding breakfast in The Domus and then they were...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Laura & Stewart were Married yesterday in a very emotional ceremony at Aldingbourne Church and then went on to their reception at the Walled Gardens in Midhurst. We had a fantastic time in the Cowdray Ruins getting some great photos for them and they were just a...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
The Chapel at Lancing College is one of the most stunning wedding venues I have ever been lucky enough to photograph in. Not only was yesterday’s wedding taking place at an amazing location but Charlotte and Paul were one of the most easy going and fun loving...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About Ickworth House Suffolk Ickworth House Suffolk is a country house wedding venue in the best English tradition — grand reception rooms, formal gardens and the kind of gravel-drive approach that sets the tone from the moment guests arrive. Couples typically...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday was perfect for Lynsey and Gary’s Tiffany inspired wedding at Farbridge. Farbridge is a gorgeous barn conversion set in beautiful countryside at the foot of the South Downs with 10 rooms for guests. Lynsey looked very glamorous in the style of Audrey...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
I had a great time today photographing the wedding of Kerry & Scott at the Walled Garden in Midhurst. They are both keen climbers and on their first date they went climbing so there was no way I was going to keep them from climbing the ruins of the historic tudor...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Jamie & Paul flew over from Alberta Canada for their intimate wedding at Nutfield Priory today. About Nutfield Priory Nutfield Priory is a Victorian Gothic mansion in Surrey built to resemble a medieval priory, sitting high on Nutfield Ridge with views across the...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday we both photographed the wedding of Victoria and Simon. It was our seventh wedding in nine days and a spectacular one to finish up this busy spell. The couple both got ready at Amberley Castle before travelling across to Goodwood House for their wedding...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
The wet weather did nothing to dampen the atmosphere at Sarah and Mark’s wedding at The Walled Garden yesterday. Sarah wore a gorgeous floaty dress by Manuel Mota and looked every inch the perfect Bride! The ceremony was incredibly personal with some beautiful...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Kuzzy & Aisha were married yesterday at Christ Church St Johns Wood and then went on to the fabulous Dorchester Hotel on Park Lane.
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Hamed & Pegah were married yesterday at Christ Church in Friern Barnet, they gave me time with the bridal party to get some great photos around the local area before heading off for their reception. Barrie Wedding photography notes This wedding was photographed...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
I had so much fun at Verity and Rob’s wedding yesterday. The ceremony, which was carried out by the wonderful Reverend Ann Waizneker involved plenty of audience participation including the children playing instruments and a very engaging hymn complete with...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Beautiful weather yesterday for Lindsay & Dan’s wedding at Silchester House. Lindsay wore an Oleg Cassini dress and had five Bridesmen with hot pink cravets, having grown up with them all from her junior school years she wanted to break with the traditional...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday I was at the wedding of Tom and Skates. It was such a brilliant day with a great group of people all up for a lot of fun! The ceremony at Stanmer House was conducted by a good friend of the couple and it had many highlights, two that come to mind are the...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Heather and Jonathan had a fabulous day yesterday for their wedding at Lancing College Chapel and then went on to Mannings Heath for their reception. Heather had arranged for a Cadillac as a surprise to take Jonathan & the boys to the church which they loved. We...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
I had the privilege of photographing the wedding of Yvette and Steve yesterday at Upwaltham Barns. Upwaltham Barns is a beautiful local venue and the Bride and her Bridesmaids are able to get ready in the lovely Jasmine Cottage at the Barns. It was a perfect spring...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Clarence & Joanne got engaged in December and wanted to have a spring engagement photoshoot in London. Both are from Singapore originally but are now based in London, they hope to get married sometime in 2011 – hopefully in May! they also just celebrated...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About Hedingham Castle Hedingham Castle in Essex is one of the best-preserved Norman keeps in England. Built around 1140 by the de Vere family, the 110-foot great tower still dominates the surrounding countryside and is now licensed for wedding ceremonies in the Great...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About The Walled Garden, Midhurst The Walled Garden at Midhurst is a hidden West Sussex venue in the centre of the historic market town of Midhurst, close to the ruins of Cowdray Park. Set behind original 18th-century walls, the garden offers a fully outdoor ceremony...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Today I had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of Clare and Neil. The very relaxed ceremony took place at Edes House and there were three great readings including one that Barrie and I had at our own wedding. After the ceremony we beat the rain and got outside...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Wedding photography notes This wedding was photographed on location in the south of England. Every venue shapes the day in its own way, and the photography is a response to the building, the light and the people in front of me. The photography of any wedding is a...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
We had a perfect day yesterday for the wedding of Maren and Nathaniel. Maren got ready at the Old Railway Station Hotel, which is gorgeous – some of the rooms are in original Pullman Carriages. The ceremony took place in the chapel at Nathaniel’s old...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About The Royal Berkshire Ascot The Royal Berkshire Ascot is a distinctive wedding venue that brings its own character to the day. Every venue shapes the photography in its own way, and part of my approach is to work with whatever the building and the grounds offer...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About South Lodge Hotel South Lodge Hotel combines the polish of a dedicated hotel wedding venue with the warmth of somewhere that functions as a hotel day in, day out. Rooms for guests to stay over, bar service that doesn’t miss a beat and reception spaces that...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Mel and Stefan were married in their hometown of Henley on Thames at the historic St Mary the Virgin Church on the banks of the river. They were joined by friends and family from around the world who had travelled to celebrate with them. The reception took place at...
