A Beautiful Summer Wedding at All Saints Church, Didcot
Barbara and Peter celebrated their beautiful summer wedding in August 2022 with a heartfelt ceremony at All Saints Church in Didcot, followed by a stunning riverside reception at Shillingford Bridge Hotel in Oxfordshire. Their day was filled with music, emotion, and relaxed countryside charm, making it a truly memorable Oxfordshire wedding to document.
Bridal Preparations at Home in Didcot
The day began with relaxed and joyful bridal preparations at Barbara’s home in Didcot, where she got ready alongside her best friend. Home bridal preparations always bring a personal and intimate atmosphere, allowing special moments to unfold naturally.
The morning was filled with excitement as finishing touches were added, the dress was carefully prepared, and anticipation built for the ceremony ahead. These quieter moments often create some of the most meaningful wedding photographs, capturing genuine emotion and the calm before the celebrations begin.
Final preparation for the bribe before heading off to church
A Heartfelt Ceremony at All Saints Church, Didcot
Guests gathered inside the historic All Saints Church in Didcot, eagerly awaiting Barbara’s arrival. Peter stood at the front of the church, full of anticipation as he prepared to see his bride for the first time.
One of the most emotional highlights of the day came as Barbara walked down the aisle arm in arm with her father. It was a moment filled with pride, love, and excitement as family and friends watched on.
Music played an especially important role throughout the ceremony. Barbara is a piano teacher, an organ student, and an active member of her local choir. With music being such a meaningful part of her life, the couple chose to include a full choir and organist during key moments of the service. This created an incredibly personal and atmospheric ceremony, filling the church with beautiful live music that reflected the couple’s shared passions and community spirit.
Following the ceremony, Barbara and Peter walked back down the aisle as husband and wife, greeted by smiles, hugs, and heartfelt congratulations from their loved ones.
Groom and guests looking on as the bride is walked down the aisle with her father by her side.
Wedding Reception at The Shillingford Bridge Hotel, Oxfordshire
After the ceremony, celebrations continued at The Shillingford Bridge Hotel, a charming riverside wedding venue located on the banks of the River Thames in Oxfordshire.
The Shillingford Bridge Hotel is well known for its peaceful countryside setting, scenic river views, and historic character. The venue offers couples a relaxed yet elegant environment for their wedding day, with beautiful gardens and riverside spaces that are perfect for drinks receptions, live entertainment, and wedding photography.
Bride and Groom and family and friends sit by the river bank outside the Shillingford bridge hotel enjoying the music that's being played by the brass band
Riverside Brass Band & Summer Wedding Celebrations
Barbara and Peter organised a wonderful surprise for their guests by arranging a live brass band to perform during the drinks reception. With warm summer sunshine and the River Thames providing a stunning backdrop, guests enjoyed music, conversation, and celebrations along the riverbank.
Outdoor wedding receptions like this create such a vibrant and relaxed atmosphere, allowing guests to fully enjoy the day while adding unique character to the celebrations.
Sunset Wedding Portraits by the River Thames
As the sun began to set, the golden evening light provided the perfect opportunity to step away briefly with Barbara and Peter to capture their bride and groom portraits. The riverside setting at Shillingford Bridge Hotel offers beautiful natural backdrops, and the soft sunset light created timeless and romantic wedding photographs.
Golden hour is always a favourite time for wedding photography, and Barbara and Peter’s portraits perfectly captured the joy and emotion of their first evening as newlyweds.
Bride and Groom share an intimate moment on the Shillingford bridge as the sunsets behind them!
Evening Wedding Celebrations & Dancing
As night fell, guests moved indoors and the dance floor quickly came to life. Friends and family changed into their dancing shoes and celebrated long into the evening, bringing the perfect end to a joyful and music-filled wedding day.
A Personal and Musical Oxfordshire Wedding
Barbara and Peter’s wedding was a wonderful reflection of their personalities — warm, welcoming, musical, and centred around family and community. From the live choir during the church ceremony to the lively brass band by the river, every detail helped create a truly unique and unforgettable celebration.
It was an absolute privilege to document their wedding day at All Saints Church Didcot and The Shillingford Bridge Hotel, capturing memories that will be treasured for years to come.
