Pippa and Nick's Garden Party Wedding at Kin House, Wiltshire

Wedding party celebrates with confetti outside a beautiful stone manor house.
Guests with umbrellas gather outside a grand stone manor house with manicured gardens.

The Venue

 

Nestled in the heart of Wiltshire, Kin House provided an epic and idyllic backdrop for Pippa and Nick's modern and chic wedding, and as a UK and destination wedding photographer obsessed with travel and hotels, I couldn't have been more excited to shoot a wedding in front of the many iconic backdrops Kin house boasts. . The venue’s boutique and mid century furnishings and colours set the perfect stage for an iconic wedding gallery full to the brim with wild laughter, dancing and togetherness with friends.

Three gold rings arranged on a gray Kin House book cover.
An elegant bedroom corner with white curtains and a striped ottoman on checkered flooring.
Wedding preparation scene showing four people laughing together on a couch.
A romantic peach and pink floral arrangement with wedding rings on a gray couch.
Elegant dining room with vaulted ceiling, ornate chandelier, and long wooden tables in a rustic-chic setting.
A classic honey-colored stone manor house with traditional windows and landscaped gardens.
Two men in formal suits having a conversation at an elegant bar during a wedding celebration.
Pastel floral arrangements artistically laid out on a red and white checkered floor.
Wedding guests gathered in a beautiful garden setting with blooming flowers and stone buildings.
Two people in formal attire sharing a joyful moment while holding floral bouquets.
Four generations gather for a wedding photo in formal attire with floral bouquets.

The Approach

 

Pippa and Nick were keen to have almost full reportage photography, meaning minimal interruptions for staged moments or photos such as group shots or family formals. I worked with them ahead of the day to help them plan a timeline (as I do with all couples) so that on the day, everyone knew ahead of time that there would be a set time for posed photos, and for the rest of the day the couple wanted to relax and be present. 

 

Adopting this super relaxed and unobtrusive approach allowed me to focus on organic moments, something I love; capturing genuine moments and emotions throughout the day without any disruptions or pressure to facilitate photos that won’t contribute to the couple’s vision for their gallery. 

 

As a wedding photographer, I always work with couples ahead of their day to establish their priorities and how they want their gallery to feel. I understand that there will be pressure to make certain images happen, and I have various tools that I will share with couples ahead of time to ensure these more formal, staged photos run efficiently so that you can return to the party. 

Man in navy suit and waistcoat carries wooden tray at outdoor wedding venue.
Wedding ceremony under wooden arch structure with flowers in garden setting.
Wedding ceremony outdoors under white parasol with guests seated on chairs.
Wedding party throws confetti as newlyweds walk under wooden arch structure.
Wedding party entering a bright reception venue with elegant floral decorations.
Black and white photo of a joyful moment during a wedding reception with elegant table settings.

The Aesthetic

 

Pippa's silk and minimal gown reflected her understated and elegant style and was one of my favourite bridal looks to date. It complemented her effortlessly chic aesthetic perfectly and I could not get enough.

 

The floral palette at Pippa and Nick's wedding was nothing short of stunning. The most gorgeous selection of blooms and greenery by Flowers by Passion carefully and thoughtfully adorned Kin House, at various heights and locations, creating an abundance of romance and drama . The textures and colours of the abundant florals  complimented their relaxed and natural wedding vibe and provided the perfect backdrop for detail shots. 

Elegant wedding table setting with white linens, cane chairs, and delicate floral centerpieces.
Close-up of romantic wedding table decorations with wildflowers and brass candlesticks.
Elegant wedding cake display with lush floral arrangements featuring blue delphiniums and peach roses on a white tablecloth.
Charming garden setting with bistro chairs and peach umbrella surrounded by blooming flowers on gravel path.

The Portraits

 

I always recommend shooting couple’s portraits as guests are taking their seats for dinner. Not only does this grant you privacy but also means you get to enjoy more of your cocktail hour which is such an important part of the day - you’ve just got married, the emotions are high in the best way, and you want to enjoy that elated buzz with your closest few… 


What’s more, you would otherwise be hidden away, waiting to be announced into the wedding breakfast. I also encourage you to look forward to it as you get to spend quality time together, interacting with each other and enjoying the newlywed chaos together. 


I’ll never get you to pose in an awkward way that feels unnatural or inauthentic to you, and I’m on hand to give gentle prompts and guidance as and when required, to help get all those epic wow shots without taking you off for hours. 

Wedding portrait in a garden with blooming lavender and natural florals.
Close-up of peach and cream bridal bouquet with garden roses and delicate foliage.
Intimate black and white wedding portrait on a gravel path surrounded by garden landscaping.
Black and white wedding portrait on manicured lawn showing elegant dress details.
Romantic wedding portrait on stone steps with blooming purple flowers in background.

The Party

 

Potentially the best singer / DJ / entertainment combo I've ever experienced... Pippa and Nick hired a Covent Garden based singer to entertain their guests and then Dos Tiempos to help guests party long into the evening.

A stylish wedding guest in sunglasses enjoying the reception party.
Wedding reception guests dancing energetically in polka dot dresses on a dark dance floor.
Two guests in satin dresses dancing low to the ground at a celebration.
Musician in suit plays guitar while performing at outdoor garden wedding.
Dancing at a wedding reception on a black and white checkered floor.
A couple cutting their elegant white wedding cake decorated with fresh flowers.
Guests enjoying outdoor games at an elegant wedding reception near a historic manor house.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating on a checkered dance floor.
A candid black and white moment of dancing at an evening reception.
A black and white view of a grand English manor house with tents set up for a wedding celebration.
A wedding guest dancing with arms raised in a patterned dress on the dance floor.
A DJ in a floral shirt and sunglasses performing at a wedding celebration.
Elegant floral arrangements and dessert display with a vintage chair and lamp in a reception setting.
A guest in sunglasses and vest raising their hand while dancing at the reception.

Pippa and Nick's elegant garden party wedding at Kin House was a true celebration of minimal elegance. From the venue's timeless charm to the stunning floral palette and the couple's relaxed vision, every element came together to create a day filled with love, joy and connection.

 

It was a perfect example of how embracing an unobtrusive approach can allow you to fully enjoy your day, creating natural wedding photos and a legacy that will last a lifetime. These were truly some of my favourite images I have ever taken.

shot on 35mm ANALOGUE film

A bride in a white dress with flowing veil walks with groom on garden path near stone building.
Black and white wedding portrait against stone building with lavender garden.
Historic stone mansion wedding venue with white umbrellas and garden setting.
A white wedding cake displayed on a table with floral arrangements against a striped wall and checkered floor.
Still life of wedding accessories on white bedding with decorative pillows.
Bridesmaids in colorful silk dresses holding floral bouquets pose together in an elegant room.

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PHOTOGRAPHER Faye Wilde Photography, @fayewildephotography / CEREMONY & RECEPTION LOCATION Kin House, @kinhousewiltshire / CELEBRANT Joyful Ceremonies / ENTERTAINMENT Dos Tiempos, @dostiemposuk; Heather Hoyle, @heather_hoyle_; @coventgardensingerdave / FLORALS Flowers by Passion, @flowersbypassion / CAKE Primrose Bakery, @primrosebakery / FAVOURS West London Pick & Mix, @westlondonpickandmix / STATIONERY Papier, @papier / BRIDE’S DRESS The Own Studio, @theownstudio / GROOM’S MORNING SUIT Neal and Palmer, @nealandpalmer / RINGS Joyeria Suarez, @joyeriasuarez / SHOES Bottega Veneta; Veja, @veja / ACCESSORIES Mappin and Webb, @mappinandwebb / HAIR & MAKEUP Kamila Roberts, @kamilarobertsmua / NAILS Shoreditch Nails, @shoreditchnails / FRAGRANCES YSL Supreme Bouquet from YSL Beauty, @yslbeauty / BRIDESMAIDS’ ATTIRE Omnes, @omnes; Ghost, @ghostfashion; Bec + Bridge, @becandbridge; Rewritten, @rewrittenbridesmaids;  ASOS, @asos / GROOMSMEN’S ATTIRE Neal and Palmer, @nealandpalmer