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 being a part of. The evening entertainment was provided by a great band called Star and I left the party in full swing after Sam and David’s first dance to Van Morrisson’s ‘Have I Told You Lately’. They are off to Kenya for the start of their honeymoon today and I look forward to catching up with them when they get home.
About St Mary’s Lavant and Goodwood House
St Mary’s Lavant and Goodwood House 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 for the ceremony and dinner, with the grounds opening up space for portraits and evening drinks.
A country house wedding tends to reward an unhurried approach. I work in a documentary style for most of the day — capturing guests settling in, the quiet moments before the ceremony and the relaxed pace of a long reception — with a short focused portrait session somewhere that suits the house.
