Alan Schofield Blog

Babs & Nigel tie the knot in their home town!

2011-10-19T10:12:00.015Z

Saturday 1st October 2011

It was just like a summers day as local couple Babs and Nigel married at St. Brannocks Church earlier this month. The bride and groom who both run businesses in Braunton were joined by close family and friends for the service before making their way to the Saunton Sands Hotel for the reception. They travelled to Saunton in a special Rolls Royce owned by a the bride's brother bearing the original surname of the family.

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Sunshine & showers for Elizabeth & Richard's big day!

2011-10-13T12:21:00.002Z

Saturday 17th September 2011

We were lucky with the weather again this week as Elizabeth and Richard married at St. Brannocks Church, Braunton. The bridesmaids were dressed in cerise pink and the colour theme was carried through to the reception which was held at The Saunton Sands Hotel. After group pictures at the Church everyone made the short trip to Saunton for a few more photographs before the afternoon and early evening celebrations got underway. I returned later in the evening and took the couple back outside in the gale force winds for some more photgraphs with Saunton beach providing a dramatic backdrop just as the the sun set. Elizabeth and Richard are honeymooning in the USA.

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A Horse & Carriage for Ellen & Tom

2011-10-11T08:05:00.006Z

Saturday 10th September 2011

On a day of sunshine and showers local farmers Ellen and Tom married at Rose Ash Church, Bishops Nympton. Photographs were taken at home with the close family and dogs, before Ellen left for Church in a magnificent carriage drawn by four white horses. After the ceremony I photographed the groups outside then took the bride and groom back inside the Church for some more photos using the natural light provided by the stained glass windows. On the way back to the bride's parent's home where a marquee had been erected for the reception, we stopped in a nearby field and I photographed the couple in the horse and carriage using the view of Exmoor as a backdrop. Ellen and Tom have just returned from their honeymoon which was spent in Spain.

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Anouska & Michael marry at Tawstock

2011-09-20T10:25:00.006Z

Saturday 3rd September 2011

Tawstock Church was the venue for marriage of Anouska and Michael at the beginning of the month. Although the couple now live and work in Wells, they decided to come back to North Devon for their wedding and were joined by all their family and friends. After the service and some photos outside the Church everyone made their way to the Yeoldon House Hotel, Bideford for the reception and further photographs in the beautiful gardens. I was invited stay for the rest of the day and after the meal I took the bride and groom to Woolacombe beach for some romantic shots which was particularly significant as it is where Michael proposed to Anouska two years ago. The happy couple are spending their honeymoon on a mini world tour and will back in the country again at the beginning of October.

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Welsh couple choose Sandy Cove for wedding destination!

2011-07-22T09:25:00.000+01:00

Saturday 9th July 2011

Nicky and Andy brought their family and friends across the water from Wales to celebrate their wedding which took place earlier this month. The bride and her attendants got ready at the Sandy Cove Hotel before making their way to the nearby Berrynarbour Parish Church for the wedding ceremony in a white limousine. After group photographs outside the church the happy couple left for Watermouth Cove in a vintage car for some romantic shots using the castle and grounds as a stunning backdrop before returning to the Sandy Cove Hotel for the wedding reception. After a few more photos in and around the beautiful gardens of the hotel the wedding party made their way inside for their meal which was later followed by an evening party.

To view the entire set of images from Nicky & Andy's wedding click here

Liz & Dan sizzle in the Saunton sun!

2011-07-16T13:30:00.002+01:00

Saturday 2nd July 2011

Local sweethearts Liz and Dan married earlier this month on one of the hottest days of the year so far. After the civil ceremony all the guests spilled outside to the gardens overlooking the beach for group photographs followed by drinks. I took the bride and groom down to the beach for some romantic shots in and around the rocks with waves crashing in the background. After the photographs on the beach Liz and Dan rejoined the rest of their guests for the wedding reception followed by an evening party. The honeymoon was spent in Chamonix, France.

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A rainy day for Victoria & Jordan's wedding

2011-07-12T12:42:00.000+01:00

Saturday 10th June 2011

The rain didn't spoil the day for Victoria and Jordan as they married at the Broomhill Art Hotel earlier in the month. After the civil ceremony we braved the rather soggy conditions and headed out into the grounds for photographs around the sculptures while the guests started to enjoy the reception inside the Hotel. The couple took no chances with their honeymoon as they headed off to Spain and some guaranteed sunshine for a two week holiday.

Sunshine for Katrina & Simon's Big Day!

2011-06-24T12:38:00.000+01:00

Saturday 4th June 2011

The weather didn't disappoint earlier this month as Katrina and Simon tied the knot at Fremington Church. After photographing the guests outside the church we went to the nearby Fremington Manor to take shots of the happy couple. Everyone then made their way to the Sandy Cove Hotel for the reception where I photographed the bride and groom using the stunning scenery as a backdrop. In the evening I returned to the Hotel and we went down to Watermouth Castle/Cove to take some more photographs of Katrina and Simon to round off a lovely day. The honeymoon was spent in Cyprus.

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Claire & Jonathan marry at Pilton

2011-06-17T10:45:00.000+01:00

Saturday 28th May 2011

Local couple Claire and Jonathan chose the bank holiday weekend for their wedding at the end of May. The weather was a little damp so after photographing the bride inside at her parents home in Pilton we made the short trip to the church just down the road. After the wedding ceremony I took some lovely shots of the couple in the church yard by the old lamp then everyone made their way to the Rotary Gardens for the group photos. The reception and evening party was held at the Barnstaple Hotel followed by a honeymoon in Cornwall.

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A Honeymoon surprise for Catherine!

2011-06-02T11:39:00.000+01:00

Saturday 7th May 2011

Shirwell Parish Church was the setting for the marriage of Catherine and Tim earlier this month. Despite the rather overcast weather, I photographed the bride with her parents and attendants at home before making our way to the church. After the ceremony everyone made their way back to the bride's home where a marquee had been set up for the reception and following evening party. Tim surprised Catherine earlier in the day by finally revealing the honeymoon destination which was to be the Maldives.

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A Guildhall wedding for Jenny & Matthew

2011-06-02T11:36:00.002+01:00

Saturday 23rd April 2011

The Guildhall in the centre of town was the magnificent setting for the marriage of Jenny and Matthew at the end of last month. After the the wedding ceremony we joined the rest of the guests at the Cedars Hotel for photographs in the grounds before the reception got underway. During the evening I took the bride and groom to Instow for some shots on the beach just before the sun went down. The couple spent their honeymoon in Mexico.

To view the entire set of images from Jenny & Matthew's wedding click here

Emma & Sean marry at Yeoldon

2011-05-14T14:46:00.002+01:00

Saturday 16th April 2011

Local Bideford couple Emma and Sean were joined by a small gathering of their close family and friends as they married at the Yeoldon House Hotel in Bideford. After the civil ceremony a live band played whilst guests enjoyed drinks in the lovely gardens and during the afternoon reception. The happy couple spent their honeymoon in Majorca.

To view the entire set of images from Emma & Sean's wedding click here

A Horse & Carriage for Charlotte & David

2011-04-28T13:01:00.000+01:00

Saturday 2nd April 2011

Crediton couple Charlotte and David married at the beginning of the month at the stunning Crediton Parish Church. The bride travelled the short distance from her parents home in a magnificent carriage drawn by two black horses wearing bright pink plumes which was the main colour theme of the wedding. After the ceremony we made our way to Padbook Park for the wedding reception and photographs in the beautiful grounds. The couple spent their honeymoon in the Dominican Republic.

To view the entire set of images from Charlotte & David's wedding click here

Wedding photos at Watermouth for Denise & Glen

2011-03-23T10:57:00.020Z

Saturday 26th February 2011

Local couple Denise and Glen got married at Pilton Parish Church at the end of last month. After the ceremony we went to Watermouth Cove near Ilfracombe where the couple work, for some romantic shots at a few of their favourite spots including cave which provided a stunning backdrop for photographs. We then made our way back to join the waiting guests for the reception and evening party at the Barnstaple Hotel. The Honeymoon destination is Cuba.

To view the entire set of images from Denise & Glen's wedding click here

Castle Hill Wedding Fayre

2011-03-22T12:19:00.002Z

We will be exhibiting at the Castle Hill Wedding Fayre on Sunday April 3rd from 11am to 3.30 pm. There will be discounts available for weddings booked on the day, so please come and have a chat with us to see what we have to offer.

Northcote Manor Wedding Fayre

2011-03-07T11:01:00.004Z

We had a very busy day at the Northcote Manor Wedding Fayre yesterday, with great weather and lots of prospective bride and grooms through the door, the day proved to be a great success. We were kept busy on the stand talking to couples from 1 till 4 about weddings for 2012 and even some for 2013!

Saunton Sands Wedding Fayre

2011-01-07T12:05:00.004Z

We will be exhibiting at the Saunton Sands Wedding Fayre on Sunday 16th January from 11am to 5pm. We will be offering a 'one off ' discount of £150 off any package booked at the show. Come along and have a chat with us and see what we have to offer.

Victoria & Tom come home to get married

2010-11-18T14:56:00.003Z

Saturday 9th October 2010

Victoria and Tom came all the way from Dubai where they live and work to get married at Abbotsham Church last weekend. After the service and group photographs the couple had arranged to go down to Bideford quay and have some shots taken on the Kathleen & May. They then joined the rest of their guests back at the Royal Hotel in the town for the wedding reception.

To view the entire set of images from Victoria & Tom's wedding click here

Everyone comes together for Vicki & Alex's big day!

2010-11-18T14:54:00.001Z

Saturday 26th September 2010

The sun shone once again for my second consecutive wedding of the week as Vicki and Alex married at Pilton Church surrounded by family, friends and the local Brownie and Girl Guide packs! The couple are heavily involved with the church community and after the service tea and cakes were laid on the nearby church hall so everyone could celebrate the occasion together. The bridal party and guests all walked down Pilton street to the nearby Rotary gardens for the group photographs then took the bride and groom to Saunton for some romantic shots on the beach before returning to the Royal & Fortescue Hotel in Barnstaple for the reception.

To view the entire set of images from Vicki & Alex's wedding click here

Sunset shots for Annette & Dan

2010-10-15T11:26:00.000Z

Friday 24th September 2010

The autumn sunshine came out last week as local couple Annette and Dan married at Horwood Church. Some of the bride's relations travelled all the way down from Scotland for the happy occasion. After the service I took some photos of Annette and Dan around the grounds of the church and the nearby countryside before moving on to the Barnstaple Hotel for the reception. The sunny weather had provided us with a glorious sunset so we went into town and used the local landmarks as a backdrop for some more photographs. The honeymoon is being spent in New York.

To view the entire set of images from Annette & Dan's wedding click here

Sara & Dan marry at Castle Hill

2010-10-02T11:18:00.002Z

Saturday 11th September 2010

Family and friends came together to celebrate with Sara and Dan as they married at the stunning Castle Hill, Filleigh a couple of weeks ago. The sun shone as the bride arrived in a stunning carriage pulled by two magnificent black horses. The bridesmaids dresses were a lovely daffodil yellow which complimented the bride's boquet beautifully. Sara and Dan were driven around the stunning grounds in the horse and carriage and we stopped off for photographs at 'Ugly Bridge' and other picturesque areas on the way.

To view the entire set of images from Sara & Dan's wedding click here

A 'Western' themed reception for Claire & Andrew

2010-08-28T12:53:00.000Z

Saturday 31st July 2010

Brushford Church held it's first wedding in 70 years when Claire and Andrew got married a couple of weeks ago. Close family members and friends attended the service before moving onto a rather special reception which was more like a summer village fete! Approximately 300 guests came the celebration and were invited to wear 'western' style clothes. There was lots of entertainment laid on outside the marquee - a bouncy castle, swings and games for the children and a bucking bronco for the adults. The weather was fine and everyone partied on well into the night!

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Family fly in from South Africa for Anthea & Mark's Big Day!

2010-08-18T14:17:00.003Z

Friday 30th July 2010

The weather held out last weekend as Anthea and Mark married at Heanton Church. The bride and her family who originate from South Africa were joined by other family memebers who had flown in for the special occasion. Anthea's parents live next door to the church so it was just a short walk through the garden gate to get married! After a very emotional service and group pictures outside the church I took the bride and groom the beach near Morthoe for some romantic shots on the sands. We then joined the rest of the wedding party at The Sandy Cove Hotel for some more photos in the gardens before the reception got underway. The couple are moving to Dubai in the next week or so start a new life and to continue their careers as teachers.

To view the entire set of images from Anthea & Mark's wedding click here

The sun shines for Donna & Matt's Big Day!

2010-08-02T14:06:00.001+01:00

Saturday 17th July 2010

The sun shone all day long for Donna and Matt as they married at Tawstock Church at the weekend. Just before the bride arrived the groom together with his best men and ushers had a quick game of football in the field beside the Church. After the service and group photos I took Donna and Matt to a lovely old wooden gate near Tawstock school for some dramatic romantic shots. A marquee had been set up on the family's land for the wedding reception and everyone was waiting outside for the couple as they arrived to join their guests for the Hog Roast Buffet. Celebrations went on well into the night and the bride and groom left for their honeymoon to Crete soon after.

To view the entire set of images from Donna & Matt's Wedding click here

Gemma & Mark marry at Lynton

2010-07-22T13:41:00.002+01:00

Saturday 3rd July 2010

Lynton Parish Church was the spectacular setting for Gemma & Mark's wedding at the beginning of July. The local couple were joined by family and friends for the service followed by group photographs outside the church. I then took the bride and groom to the Valley of the Rocks and used the magnificent coastline as a backdrop for some dramatic shots. The wedding reception was held in a marquee in the gardens of the nearby Staghunters Hotel in Brendon.

To view the entire set of images from Gemma & Mark's wedding click here