Dorfold Hall Wedding Photography
The self proclaimed best kept secret in Cheshire is the lesser known venue Dorfold Hall. However don’t be fooled, this venue is set to take the wedding industry by storm. The Hall is a architecturally stunning grade 1 listed Jacobean House dating back to the 1600’s. The house was built for James I to visit, if it’s good enough for royalty, it’s sure to dazzle wedding guests. This venue is bound to stand out in your wedding photographs.
There are many gorgeous aspects wedding photographers can take advantage of at Dorfold Hall. There are elegant gardens to be explored, and many a beautiful spot inside the house itself. Still quite new on the scene, this family run wedding venue is soon to become one of the most popular in Cheshire. A wedding photographers dream, Dorfold Hall is a charming place for any wedding day.
Beautiful gardens
One of the most popular locations for Dorfold Hall wedding photography is certainly the gardens. Great care has been taken to ensure that they look stunning year round. The boarders have been filled with summer flowering plants as well as herbaceous plants which are at their best nearer the end of the year.
Flowers and greenery give wedding photographs a delightful backdrop. Contemporary wedding photographers will focus on framing images and using the natural surroundings to fill the background of the picture with colour. Gone are the days in photography where you find a fountain and have a picture taken in front of it. The best wedding photographers will work in a creative and innovative way to capture stunning wedding photography.
Historic statues
Aside from the plants at Dorfold Hall the gardens have magnificent statues throughout. The history and grandeur of the place is reflected in the impressive figures. Guests will immediately feel that they are somewhere of great history and appeal. It won’t just we the wedding photographer snapping away at Dorfold Hall!
Lakeside wedding photography
Another great spot for Dorfold Hall wedding photography is the lake. The lake was remodelled in 1862, to reduce its size to make way for the impressive driveway. Since then the lake has been dredged in 2014, removing tonnes of silt to restore the lake to it’s original beauty. Now the lake is crystal clear and a charming place for romantic portraits of the newlyweds.
Bespoke service
At Dorfold Hall guests are made to feel completely at home. The night before the big day, you can have an intimate dinner. The grand dining room can seat up to 20 of your nearest and dearest. The pre dinner drinks are held in the stately drawing room which stunning moulded ceilings. For those who would like this moment to be captured, we create bespoke wedding photography packages if you want a little more than just the day captured.
Wedding photography at Dorfold Hall
To the interior of the property there are many impressive features which would translate into gorgeous wedding images. From the Jacobean staircase to the stunning original features, in the event of rain your wedding photographs would not be ruined. Although photographing indoors is more difficult, especially in historic buildings, choosing an experienced wedding photographer will ensure your photography is not compromised.
The royal treatment
The King James I bridal suite is sure to give weddings an extravagant flair. Designed for royalty in the 1620’s this room has been fitted with wood panelling and moulded plasterwork. The opulent room adds that extra special touch, splendid enough for King James I. Brides strive to feel like royalty for a day, at Dorfold Hall they will be following in the footsteps of actual royals! The hall has further accommodation in the main house and in separate cottages which have been recently renovated.
Getting married?
If you are looking for a Dorfold Hall wedding photographer, or for any of the surrounding venues contact us for prices and availability.