by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday was the long awaited wedding of Jayne and Mark. The weather was absolutely perfect from the start for their ceremony, which took place in the Sacred Heart Church in the centre of historic Petworth. After the ceremony, we went for a walk down one of the...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
On Saturday I had the great pleasure of photographing the wedding of Fran and Toby at Wilton House. It was my first time at the venue and it is possibly one of the most perfect venues I have ever had the pleasure to work at. It was a lovely, fun day and the...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Szy-Yuen and Dickson were married on Friday at the gorgeous Ston Easton Park. They had a traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony followed by an outdoor ceremony in the gardens. Fortunately the weather was good! There was music throughout the day by the excellent...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Evgeny and Polina were married on Wednesday in an intimate Russian Orthodox ceremony at the Dormition of the Mother of God and All Saints in London and then the wedding reception took place at the stunning Cliveden in Taplow, Berkshire. During the reception, a...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Kelly and Simon are getting married next June at Woburn. They came down today for an engagement session and we have never laughed so much as we did with them. Their wedding is going to be great fun!
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Heena and Adam were married at Highclere Castle in an emotional ceremony. The weather was kind to them and they gave me lots of time to get some of our signature photographs for them both. Their first dance was a fantastic fusion between Blowers Daughter by Damian...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
The weather was perfect for the wedding of Sam and David yesterday. They were married at the beautiful church of St Mary’s in Lavant and the reception took place at our favourite venue, Goodwood House. It was a lovely, fun and relaxed day, which I really enjoyed...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
The second wedding of the week was that of Nicky and Paul who were married in a ceremony at Chichester Registry Office followed by a reception in the newly refurbished Crouchers Hotel. It was a lovely relaxed day and Nicky and Paul joined all of their guests on a...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Suvi & Leighton were married yesterday at the Four Seasons hotel in Hampshire. They had a perfect day with beautiful weather and the Four Seasons staff were superb. About the Four Seasons Hamshire the Four Seasons Hamshire is a distinctive wedding venue that...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Sarah and Ralph were married in a ceremony at the beautiful Pennyhill Park in Bagshot. They had a very special guest in Della, their gorgeous Cocker Spaniel who made an appearance for the photographs. The weather was once again warm and sunny despite the poor weather...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
The sun finally returned to Sussex for Neveen and David’s wedding at Goodwood House following a week of rain. Neveen looked stunning and David was visibly moved when he saw his Bride for the first time. The entertainment at the reception was simply amazing with...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About Cain Manor Cain Manor 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 use the main state rooms...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Gina and Henry were married yesterday in the beautiful village of Asthall in Oxfordshire. It was a lovely wedding with all the locations situated within walking distance of each other in the same village. After the church ceremony, everyone headed off to a Morroccan...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Arriving at the venue by private plane with the Bride and two of her friends was certainly one of the most glamorous ways I have ever arrived at a wedding! Yesterday Barrie and I both photographed Natalie and Darren’s wedding at the beautiful Orchardleigh Estate...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday we both photographed the wedding of Emma and Chris. The ceremony took place at the beautiful church of St Michael just a short walk away from the reception venue of Amberley Castle, which was definitely looking at its best in the sunshine. There was plenty...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday Barrie photographed the wedding of jessica and Kevin. They had a fantastic day with a surprise for Jessica in the shape of a stretched mini as their wedding car. They were both great fun and were keen to get some photos on the beach in the evening. Wedding...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Today I (Bev) photographed Kathryn and Ben’s wedding at St Bartholemew’s Church in Albourne. It was a lovely ceremony with a very entertaining sermon! Following the ceremony the wedding moved on to Mannings Heath Golf Club where we were able to borrow a...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday we both photographed Emma and Stuart’s wedding. After the ceremony at Christ Church, Chorleywood the guests were taken to West Wycombe Place by coach. The venue is absolutely stunning, the perfect setting for a reception. Following drinks and...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday we photographed the wedding of Simon and Karen. It was a perfect and fun filled day and they were keen to get plenty of our artistic signature shots, which was a lot of fun! The day had a lot of surprises for the guests including decorated tractors to take...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Chloe and David were married on Friday in a ceremony at Chichester Registry Office followed by a reception at The Earl of March in Lavant. About Chichester Chichester is the cathedral city at the heart of West Sussex, framed by the South Downs and the nearby Solent...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
yesterday Barrie was at Manchester Art Gallery to photograph the wedding of Jennifer and John. They had a fabulous day with beautiful weather and the art gallery was a great location for their wedding reception. About Manchester Art Gallery Manchester Art Gallery is...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Barrie was at Farbridge to photograph the wedding of Katya & Alistair on Saturday. Luckily the rain stayed away and they had a great time with a beautiful afternoon tea from buns to banquets. About Farbridge Farbridge is a converted barn venue on the edge of...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday Bev photographed the wedding of Lillian and Adam. The ceremony and reception both took place at Wakehurst Place, a beautiful venue which is part of Kew Gardens. The rain stayed away and Lillian and Adam enjoyed a fantastic day with their friends and family....
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday Bev photographed James and Gemma’s wedding at the Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church followed by the reception at the Frimley Hall Hotel. The ceremony conducted by Father John was very funny as was the Best Men’s Speech. I don’t think I have...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Bev had the pleasure of photographing Meg and Neil’s wedding today. The ceremony took place in the tiny St James Church in Heyshott and then the reception was held at Capron House in Midhurst. On the way to the reception we stopped at the Cowdray Ruins for some...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday Bev photographed the wedding of Carley and James at St Botolph’s Church Aldersgate followed by reception at The New Globe Theatre on the South Bank of the Thames. Wedding photography notes This wedding was photographed on location in the south of...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
We had a great day yesterday photographing Keily and Shane’s wedding. They gave us lots of time with them and we were able to get some great signature images for them! About Nutfield Priory Nutfield Priory is a Victorian Gothic mansion in Surrey built to...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Yesterday I (Bev) photographed the wedding of Rachel and Mike. It was a freezing cold day but the sun was shining and everyone had a great time! As many of the guests were members of the Glyndeboune Opera chorus the singing in the church was like nothing I have ever...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
About Farbridge Farbridge is a converted barn venue on the edge of Chichester in West Sussex. Surrounded by open farmland and backing onto the South Downs, it offers an exclusive-use wedding weekend across multiple barns, on-site accommodation and a large outdoor...
by Barrie Downie | Wedding photographer Sussex
Claire and Paul were married on Saturday at St Mary’s Church at Sidlesham followed by a reception at Goodwood House. They had a gorgeous day with warm sunshine throughout the day. Their son, Brandon did an excellent job as an Usher and gave a great impromptu...