Bassmead Manor Barns Wedding – Charlotte & Michael ft. the dog!

If you ask us if you can bring your dog to your wedding our answer will ALWAYS be YES. Your four-legged friends MAKE our day and they make yours too! They are a part of your family and having them there brings so much joy to the guests, to us, but more importantly to you.

Every inch was planned to a tee. Every seat reservation sign had Charlotte.& Michael’s initials in a little sign designed by the bride and groom. The couple even had a bone sign saying “My Humans Are Married” and the date of their wedding to hang up during the ceremony.

Dan was over with Michael and the boys, who were relatively calm and collected. Donned in their finest navy blue suits, the party were chilling at the rooms of Bassmead Manor Barns, before heading off to the venue to get Michael married.

We’re all about the little details and Sarah captures these perfectly. Once inside, she got a quick snap of these details for Charlotte including her garter, her cream pleated shoes, her Olivia Burton necklace, her ring and her signature perfume for the day; Miss Dior. We’ve never seen a personalised wedding clutch bag, but we had after today. Charlotte’s cream clutch had C <3 M on the front of it; a lovely little touch that not many would see, but Charlotte knew would be there with her for the entire day.

Each member of the bridal party had a little gift box tied up neatly in a green bow containing a white clutch bag and disposable camera ready to take snaps of their own on the day.

Over to Dan and the boys and Michael was reading a card from his wife to be. This included a little surprise from Charlotte which was a hand written note that Michael had written years previous that said…Charlotte, I know you want to take it slow but…will you be my girlfriend? Signed off with Michael and some hearts and kisses! She had kept it all this time and it was such a special moment to be able to capture this moment for Charlotte to witness after their big day.

Sausage dog cuff links at the ready and the boys were all sorted and raring to go. Just a few moments for some quick group snaps of the groom’s party and we were off to the venue.

Over with Charlotte, it was time for the finishing touches including putting on the dress of dreams. Charlotte remained calm amongst her powerhouse friends and even kept it together (just about)  when reading a card from her husband-to-be.

Sarah called the girls for a quick group shot in their dressing gowns, slippers and crocs before heading back inside to get ready.

The bridesmaids were in stunning, turquoise dresses in a variety of stlyes and Charlotte went for a long, flowing lacey dress complete with long, flowing veil. She looked stunning and we couldn’t wait for Michael to see her in all of her wedding glory!

And neither could her Dad. He popped in to see Charlotte before heading across to the venue. We saw (and captured) a few tears and some truly lovely moments between the two.

Time to get wed! One by one the bridesmaids walked down the aisle and the nerves had truly kicked in for Michael by now. Charlotte and her father were the last in and there were plenty of tears from all as they met at the alter.

We witnessed a truly lovely ceremony including a lovely singer Cara Beard to sing a lovely tune whilst the legal paperwork was happening.

Time to kiss the bride! We wandered outside to get some candid snaps of the couple and give them a moment to soak in all the lovely newlywed bliss.

 The traditional confetti line next, but this time with a twist as their gorgeous sausage dog was at the top of the line ready to greet them and boy, did it steal the show!

We had, what felt like, an hour’s photoshoot with the team and mainly of their dog (who could blame it and how could we resist?!) and then it was time to listen to some tunes from Cara, play some mini golf (epic idea) and then get the bridal gang together for some wicked group shots. We love group shots and think they are imperative for the day, but we also like to have some fun whilst we’re at it.  This is why you hire us – we bring the FUN! You can read all about our approach here.

We got the shots we were after (and more!) and then took Charlotte & Michael away again to get some stunning images of the two walking the grounds of Bassmead Manor.

The wind picked up in time to catch Charlotte’s veil and it was truly like we were all floating in their happiness – their energy was infectious!

Time to head inside andA MOMENT FOR THE CAKE LADIES AND GENTLEMAN. We have NEVER seen anything quite like it! If you’re looking for cake inspo, then this is it! A four tiered, long and narrow cake that was suspended from the ceiling! Yes, that’s right, it was a handing cake. The top three layers were covered in gold glitter and the bottom tier was white with a little bit of glitter hanging down. The base of the cake was covered in

The speeches were electric, the dancing and chair lifting (don’t ask) was hilarious and we had such a great time being a part  of Charlotte & Michael’s big day.

And the fun didn’t stop there – the sun was beaming so we took the couple back outside for their final moments before our departure. Charlotte was donning her white heart sunglasses and we had some great fun outside capturing that all important golden hour.

As we went back to the venue for a few last photos of the dance floor, the shots on trays were out and we knew it would lead in to an absolutely incredible party. Time for us to head home & crack on with editing.
Thanks so much for letting us be a part of your special day, team!  (Oh, and ALWAYS bring your dogs)!

CREDIT WHERE IT’S DUE

Venue – Bassmead Manor Barns
Wedding Dress – Lucy Hart Bridal
Hair accessory – thebobbypinuk
Earrings & Bracelet – Olivia Burton London
Groom – Moss Bros
Groom’s Tie – Azazie
Bridesmaid dresses – Azazie
Hair & Make up – Cambridge Makeup artist
Flowers The Flower Boutique MK
Cake – Couture Cakes by Katie Sanderson
Music – Cara Beard Music & Strobe Disco Road Show
Stationary Invites – Tavern Creative
Magician – lemottee
Crazy golf & games – Partee Events
Photobooth – Event Rhino

Signage for the venue of Bassmead Manor Barns. It is outside and the sky is bright blue with wispy white clouds.
Charlotte & Michael's wedding invite which has curved writing on a white background and eucalyptus hand drawn on the bottom of it. There is also a white hexagonal ring box containing two rings in it.
Three silver rings; one is a plain wedding band, one is a band with diamantes on and one has three diamonds on. They are resting on the bride's veil
A bone shaped plaque with My Humans Are Married and the date (29.06.24) on it. It has a paw print on the left bottom corner of the bone and it is held together with a green string.
A man (the groom) outside with two of the groom's party. He is smiling and looking at the camera wearing a white shirt and yellow tie.
A man (the groom) outside reading a letter from his wife. His has a concentrated and emotional look on his face.
A hand written note on a bit of paper that says Charlotte, I know you want to take it slow but...Will you be my girlfriend? Michael (with a love heart and three kisses written on it).
The groom putting his navy blue, striped waistcoat on. He is looking down at the buttons and doing it up with both hands.
The groom's party stood outside a brick wall. Three of the men are embracing and they are all smiling and having a good time. It is a sunny day and they are all wearing sunglasses.
A man and woman stood outside. They are looking at each other and the man has his arm around the lady's shoulder. They are smiling.
The bride dressed in spotty pyjamas and a white dressing gown. She is holding a glass of bucks fizz and is looking down at a lady. They both have had their hair done professionally.
The bride reading a card from her husband. She is stood at the bottom of the stairs and has a happy face.
The bridal party stood outside. It is a sunny day and the sky is blue. They are smiling at the camera and are dressed in pink dressing gowns, except the bride who is in a white one.
The bride holding up a black t-shirt that has white writing on that says Wifey <3
A little boy wearing a white shirt with a little turquoise bow tie. He is holding a disposable camera up to his face and has his finger on the button ready!
An image of the Order of the Day with a timeline of what is to come.
Two little dauschand toys. One has a hat on with a flower.
A photo of a man in a navy striped suit with a white shirt and pale green tie. He is wearing sunglasses and is smiling. He is holding the ring box.
A bunch of wedding flowers on the side. They are a beautiful bunch containing white roses, pink flowers and eucalyptus.
A bridesmaid in a turquoise dress bending down to support the bride doing up her white shoe.
A photo of a lady in a bright purple dress with a blue hat on. She has a delicate necklace with a pearl drop in the middle. She is smiling at the bride.
The bride in her dress and veil with her hair done beautifully. She is having her make up touched up.
The bride in her lacey white dress and long flowing veil. She is holding her bouquet of flowers and is smiling at her family who you can't see (off screen).
A bride hugging her father. He is wearing a navy suit and has one arm around her. He looks very happy.
The groom and his party looking at the camera and smiling. This is minutes before he is about to get married. He looks a little nervous but the men have their arms around him in encouragement.
A portait image of the bridal party in their dresses and all glammed up. They are wearing a variety of styles of dresses in turquoise and have little bouquets of flowers to match the bride. They are all smiling and looking at the camera.
The bride and her father walking down the aisle. They both look a little nervous and emotional.
A black and white image of the bride and groom. They are both wiping away tears. The father in the background has his hand to his mouth in a very emotional way too.
A black and white image of the three pairs of hands.
A black and white image of the bride and groom kissing. They are sat down about to sign their legal paperwork.
A photo of a lady with a guitar and microphone in the barn, singing.
A photo of a vibrant garden with pink flowers and luscious green trees. You can see the bride and groom standing in the middle of this in the distance and they are kissing and holding a glass of champagne.
The bride and groom walking through confetti. There is a sausage dog on the floor and he has come to see the couple. The bride is bending down on the floor to stroke it.
A photo of Pimms in glasses. They have edible flowers or a strawberry in them too.
The bride and groom are outside and are bending down. The sausage dog is front and centre of the shot and is looking at the camera.
The bride and groom are huddled together with their dog in the middle. The dog is looking at the camera and the bride and groom are kissing the top of the dogs head.
A top down image of a box of love hearts.
A top down image of someone playing mini golf outside. The obstacles to get through are the letters L O V E.
An aerial shot of outside. You can see guests mingling and having drinks as well as the mini golf in the middle of the grass area.
A group shot of the bridal party. They have their hands in the air and are smiling and look excited and like they are having a good time. They are outside and the sky is blue.
The bridal party. They are all huddled together in a line.
An image of the bridal party lifting up their bouquets to the sky. The sky is bright blue.
The bride and groom outside near some greenery of trees and a hedge. They are looking in the distance and smiling. The groom has his hands around the bride's waist and her veil is floating in the wind.
A photo of the sausage dog. He has his mouth open and his tongue on show.
The bride and groom standing at the table. They are wearing sunglasses; the bride's pair are white and heart shaped.
The father of the bride at the table holding up a microphone and looking at his daughter. She is looking at him and clapping.
The bride wearing her white, heart sunglassess. She has her hands near her face and is smiling. The sun is beaming in the background.
The bride and groom, outside, smiling. The bride has her hand on the groom's shoulder and they are wearing sunglasses. You can see the reflection of the sun in the background.
The bride and groom standing in a field. They are embracing and looking at each other.
The cake! This is a four tiered cake with the first three layers covered in gold glitter. The bottom tier is white with some gold glitter on and it has flowers surrounding the bottom. It is suspended from the ceiling!!!
A tray of shots which are pale pink. One man is holding the tray and the lady is getting shots for other people.
The bride and groom outside being silly. The bride is bending over laughing and the groom is pretending to be a t-rex.