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Classy Bourton Hall Wedding in Warwickshire | Olly & Jordan

A newlywed couple kiss outside Bourton Hall, a grand stone building with tall windows and an arched doorway. The bride wears a white dress and holds a bouquet, while the groom dons a light suit. Two potted plants flank the entrance. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A moving Bourton Hall wedding in Warwickshire filled with emotional vows, botanical styling, confetti chaos, and an unforgettable first dance.

Published Jul 2024

Olly & Jordan’s Bourton Hall wedding had one of those atmospheres you feel before you even properly see it. The kind where every room buzzes with excitement, every speech lands, and every guest looks genuinely thrilled to be there.

An overhead view of a bride and groom embracing closely on a dark wooden floor at Bourton Hall in Warwickshire. Captured in a romantic and intimate moment on their wedding day. The bride wears a white dress and the groom is in a suit. © Aimee Lince Photography, Wedding photographer in Lincolnshire

Between the emotional ceremony, botanical styling, confetti-covered first dance and a wedding party large enough to start its own football league, this Warwickshire wedding was an absolute beauty from start to finish.

A large wedding group poses in front of Bourton Hall in Warwickshire, a grand, tan historic building. The bride and groom stand centre, surrounded by bridesmaids in sage green dresses and groomsmen in light suits. Family and friends in formal attire flank the couple, all smiling. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The beginning

The Meeting

Olly and Jordan met through mutual friends in their childhood village, and their first of many dates happened at The Saracens Head, which they described as “the best local pub with the best grub!”

Honestly, strong start to a relationship.

A bride in a white lace dress and a groom in a grey suit embrace and smile during their first dance, surrounded by falling confetti. In the background, there is a table with a cupcake display and ornate wood panelling on the walls. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The Engagement

Olly proposed at Malham Cove in Skipton back in 2022. If you’ve ever been, you’ll know it’s one of those places that already feels cinematic before you add a proposal into the mix.

A close-up of a wooden surface displays a wristwatch with a brown strap, a turquoise ring box with two gold rings inside, a hip flask engraved with "Jack Daniel’s," and a round shiny metal object. The items suggest a wedding or special occasion. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Wedding Planning

Olly & Jordan had some genuinely brilliant advice for couples planning their own wedding:

“Introduce a system where you can tick things off as they’re done, and prioritise things in chronological order of when they need to be completed. It takes the stress away from deciding what to do each week or month leading up to the wedding."

“The most important things to secure early on are things like the photographer, videographer, hair and make-up stylists etc, as the best vendors can quickly become booked up months, if not years ahead of time."

"Most of all, enjoy the process! And remember is the 6 P’s…
Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance!”

A philosophy I suspect several wedding coordinators would happily embroider onto a cushion!

For more tips and tricks, take a look at my Wedding Planning inspiration posts. Or if you're at the very beginning of your wedding planning journey, my Ultimate Wedding Guide has helped so many of my clients plan their special days.

Wedding at Bourton Hall

Getting Ready Moments

Meet Olly

One of the really lovely things about this wedding was that both preparations happened on-site at Bourton Hall, which made the whole morning feel relaxed and seamless. While Jordan and the girls got ready over in the Gatekeeper’s Cottage and The Lady Bourton Honeymoon Suite, my assistant photographer David headed over to Olly and the guys in The Lord Bourton suite, in the opposite wing of the manor house.

Two men in dress shirts and waistcoats stand near a window. One, with a beard, holds brown shoes and smiles, while the other adjusts his cuff. Both are reflected in a large mirror behind them. Sunlight streams through the window, illuminating the room. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

And when I say “the guys”, I mean nine groomsmen.

Nine.

The energy in that room was brilliant from the second we walked in. Pints appeared almost immediately after someone uttered the sacred wedding morning phrase: “The bar is open.” Jackets were being adjusted, cufflinks fastened, ties straightened in mirrors, and everyone seemed genuinely excited for Olly.

Eight men in grey suits and ties stand behind a wooden balcony railing in a formal room, smiling and talking. The man in the centre wears a darker suit and red tie, suggesting he is the groom, surrounded by groomsmen in matching attire. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The sage and earthy green colour palette tied everything together beautifully throughout the day, especially the suits from Skopes. Olly’s patterned waistcoat paired with the warm rust tie worked ridiculously well against Bourton Hall’s dark wood interiors and soft neutral rooms.

A bearded man stands by a window, adjusting his shirt cuff. He wears a white shirt, a rust-coloured tie, and a dark green floral-patterned waistcoat. Soft daylight enters the room, highlighting his focused expression. A mirror and beige curtains are visible in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A group of men in grey suits and light green ties laugh and talk together in a bright room with large windows and patterned curtains. One man in the foreground wears a brown waistcoat with his back to the camera. The mood is cheerful and relaxed. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A close-up of a wedding photographer capturing a hand pinning a buttonhole of white and orange flowers onto a suit lapel, highlighting bold rings, tattoos, an orange tie, and tweed jacket with a patterned waistcoat. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Three men in grey suits with buttonholes stand together outdoors, smiling and laughing. One is pinning a buttonhole on another’s jacket. They have groomed hair and beards, and trees are visible in the blurred background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

There was a proper “big family celebration” feeling to the entire morning, which ended up carrying right through the rest of the wedding day too.

A smiling groom and eight groomsmen in matching grey suits walk across a lawn towards the camera. The groom is in front, looking joyful with outstretched arms. Behind them is a stone building with arches and greenery on the sides. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

If you've seen any of my previous Real Wedding Stories, you'll know I always start with the guys first because they get ready a lot quicker (sorry girls, it's true!) and it's much easier for them to take their jacket off again and relax if they want to!

Meet Jordan

Jordan spent the morning getting ready with her bridesmaids and family over in the Gatekeeper’s Cottage before moving into the main bridal suite at Bourton Hall.

Two women smiling indoors; one seated in a white dressing gown holding a large bouquet of pink, peach, and white flowers with greenery, the other standing in a striped shirt and green jacket holding a brown bag. A window and make-up case are visible in the bright room. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The whole morning felt calm, happy and genuinely emotional in all the best ways. There was breakfast being picked at between hair appointments, bouquets arriving, dresses steaming in corners, and that slow build-up of excitement as everything suddenly starts feeling very real.

A white lace wedding dress with a fitted bodice and cap sleeves hangs on a hook, reflected in an ornate gold mirror. Beige curtains with a tassel tie-back frame a nearby window, creating a soft, elegant atmosphere. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A lace wedding dress on a mannequin stands in an elegant, softly lit room with tall windows, taupe curtains, a crystal chandelier, beige carpet, two benches, and a flower arrangement in the background. Natural light fills the space. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A young woman in a pale green dress smiles whilst looking into a black handheld mirror. Another person styles her hair with a curling tong. Shelves with bottles and a spray can are visible in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A young woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a light green, flutter-sleeve dress, sits on a beige armchair. She looks slightly to the side, smiling softly, with hands resting in her lap. A window and light-coloured walls appear in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Kate Richardson handled hair styling while Unveiled Glam worked their magic on make-up, and honestly, the whole bridal look suited Jordan perfectly. Elegant without feeling overdone. Soft, timeless, and completely in keeping with the botanical feel of the day.

A bride in a white lace gown fastens an earring while standing before an ornate gold mirror. The dress features decorative back details with lace and bead strands. Her hair is styled in an elegant updo, and she looks at her reflection. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A smiling bride in a white lace wedding dress holds a large bouquet of peach and cream roses, greenery, and rustic foliage. She stands indoors by a tall window with an ornate gold mirror and beige curtains in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Jordan’s bouquet was packed with warm peach roses, eucalyptus and dried textures from Isabel’s Flower Studio, which worked beautifully against the sage green bridesmaid dresses and Bourton Hall’s neutral interiors.

A bride in a white lace wedding dress stands indoors in front of tall windows with beige curtains. She holds a bouquet of orange, pink, and white flowers with greenery and gazes to the side, smiling softly. The room is bright and elegant. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a lace wedding dress with a sheer back and delicate beadwork stands facing a window. She holds a bouquet of flowers and wears a long veil draped over her hair, with natural light streaming in from outside. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

One of my favourite moments from the morning was Jordan’s bridal reveal with her bridesmaids and parents. We lined everyone up facing away while we got Jordan into position behind them, and the second they turned around the room completely melted. There were tears immediately. Even before the ceremony started, the emotions were already dialled up to eleven.

A bride in a lace wedding dress and veil holds a bouquet, standing in a bright, elegant room. Ahead, seven women in sage green and peach dresses and one woman in a peach suit stand with their backs to her, looking out large windows with beige curtains. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Seven women in sage green dresses and a girl in a peach dress stand smiling in a bright room with large windows and beige curtains. One woman in the centre wears a peach outfit and headpiece. The atmosphere is joyful and celebratory. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A man in a grey suit stands in a doorway, covering his mouth in emotional surprise. A bride in a white lace dress and veil, holding a bouquet, faces him with her back to the camera. The scene is indoors with a large ornate mirror on the wall. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a white lace dress and veil hugs an older man in a suit, who appears emotional and wipes his eyes. She holds a bouquet of white and peach flowers with greenery. They stand indoors near a large ornate mirror and cream-coloured walls. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Close-up of one woman fastening a delicate silver bracelet on another woman’s wrist. The woman receiving help wears a white lace dress, suggesting she is a bride. Both women have manicured nails and soft lighting creates a warm, intimate feel. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The Ceremony

Olly & Jordan were married in Bourton Hall’s Italian Room, and it suited the atmosphere of their ceremony perfectly.

Elegant indoor wedding venue with rows of wooden chairs draped in white fabric, facing a white aisle and a table decorated with flowers. Two arching trees with white blossoms frame the table, set in front of large windows with ornate curtains. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The room itself already feels romantic with the huge windows and soft natural light, but once the floral ceremony arches were in place it looked incredible.

A bride in a white lace gown holding a bouquet walks down the aisle arm-in-arm with an older man in a grey suit. Guests seated on either side watch. The mood is joyful, and the room is softly lit with neutral decor and wooden chairs. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bearded man in a grey suit with a buttonhole stands indoors, looking ahead and smiling slightly. Four people—two men and two women—stand nearby, dressed formally and smiling. White flowers and light curtains decorate the bright room. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride and groom stand holding hands, facing each other under floral arches, during their wedding ceremony. An officiant stands behind a table, framed by tall windows and elegant curtains. Guests sit in rows, witnessing the moment. The image is in black and white. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a white dress holds a large bouquet of flowers while walking down the aisle on her father’s arm. Groomsmen in grey suits stand to the left, smiling, as guests seated and standing watch the ceremony inside a softly lit room. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Their ceremony was deeply emotional from start to finish. Both of them spent most of it trying very hard not to cry, which of course only made everyone else emotional too. There’s always something really powerful about a couple who are completely present with each other during the ceremony, and these two absolutely were.

A bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands and smiling during a wedding ceremony. The bride wears a white lace dress and veil, whilst the groom wears a light grey suit. An officiant with a book stands behind them. Floral decorations are in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a lace wedding dress and veil holds hands with a groom in a grey suit with a pocket square. They face each other, with white flowers and greenery softly blurred in the background, suggesting a wedding ceremony. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The moment Jordan walked down the aisle, you could physically see Olly trying to hold himself together. Spoiler: he barely managed it. And to be fair? Neither did several guests.

A bride and groom share a kiss under white floral arches in a sunlit room during their wedding ceremony, while guests seated on both sides watch. An officiant stands behind them at a white table, and large windows let in natural light. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A young child in a grey suit holds a colourful Fisher-Price toy camera up to their face, pretending to take a photo. An adult with short, fair hair smiles in the foreground, and another person is slightly out of focus in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A smiling bride in a white dress and veil holding a bouquet walks arm-in-arm with a bearded groom in a grey suit down the aisle. Guests on either side clap and smile. The room is decorated with white flowers and bright natural light floods in from tall windows. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Cocktail Hour

After a few quiet moments together following the ceremony, Olly & Jordan made their confetti exit through a tunnel of guests armed with dried flower petals, and it was absolute chaos in the best possible way.

A newlywed couple smile as they walk hand-in-hand outside a building, surrounded by guests who throw confetti. The bride holds a bouquet and wears a white lace gown; the groom wears a tan suit. Guests in colourful attire stand on both sides, celebrating joyfully. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The rain started threatening us shortly afterwards, but everyone rolled with it beautifully. Guests gathered indoors with drinks, live piano music floated through the hallways, and the atmosphere somehow became even cosier once everyone tucked inside Bourton Hall together.

A smiling man with curly hair and a beard holds a clear umbrella while standing in the rain. He wears a white shirt with rolled sleeves and a black tie, with trees and a wet path visible in the blurred background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

One of the things I loved most about this wedding was how naturally social it felt. People weren’t hiding at tables checking phones or drifting off in little cliques. Everyone seemed genuinely invested in celebrating these two.

Two men in grey suits and pastel ties stand outdoors, smiling and laughing together. Each has a floral buttonhole. One holds a champagne glass, the other a cocktail with a striped straw. Green blurred foliage is in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

An older man in a suit and blue tie sits pensively in a brown armchair. He has glasses, a bald head, and rests his hand on his chin. Behind him is a fireplace with a floral arrangement. A table with a green bottle is in the foreground. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Two women in flowing dresses, one peach and one green, play a ring toss lawn game on grass. The woman in green throws a ring towards wooden pegs while the woman in peach smiles and watches. Lush greenery and hedges form the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A smiling man with dark hair and beard in a light green suit holds a large bouquet of peach and white flowers outdoors. He stands in front of an ornate stone building and greenery, wearing a buttonhole matching the bouquet. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A woman in a coral polka-dot dress laughs with two men in grey suits holding beer glasses at an outdoor event. All are smiling and engaged in conversation, with greenery and stone columns in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Two women sit indoors at a social event. The woman on the left, with straight blonde hair and a blue top, has an open-mouthed, joyful expression. The woman on the right, also blonde, wears a light green dress and smiles softly. Blurred people and decor are in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Olly and Jordan said they chose natural sage greens throughout the wedding because of their shared love for nature and the outdoors, and the styling tied into Bourton Hall’s interiors perfectly.

Family Photos

We managed to sneak a handful of family photos outdoors before the Warwickshire weather decided it had other plans.

Fortunately, Bourton Hall has one major advantage when rain appears: the inside is absolutely packed with gorgeous photo locations. Huge staircases, dark wood panelling, dramatic balconies, elegant mirrors… it’s basically a wedding photographer’s playground.

A bride in a white dress holds a bouquet and stands surrounded by ten groomsmen in matching grey suits, white shirts, and brown shoes, posing in front of an ornate stone building with carved pillars and a large double door. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

So we quickly relocated indoors and carried on with the family photos there instead. And honestly? The staircase photographs ended up looking incredible.

A bride in a white gown stands on a staircase flanked by six bridesmaids in sage green dresses. They all face forward, smiling. The background features dark wood panelling, two wall sconces, and floral arrangements on each side of the staircase. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

With such a large wedding party and extended family setup, having everyone so upbeat and cooperative made a massive difference. Shout-out as well to the designated photo wranglers for helping gather people together quickly, because herding wedding guests sometimes feels suspiciously close to competitive sheepdog trials.

Two women stand side by side on carpeted stairs. One wears a white lace wedding dress with a train, the other wears a sage green gown. Both smile at the camera, with wood-panelled walls, floral arrangements, and warm lighting in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Two women stand close, facing each other and sticking out their tongues playfully. One wears a white lace wedding dress; the other wears a sage green gown. They stand on carpeted steps in front of dark wooden doors with floral arrangements and wall sconces behind them. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Wedding Breakfast

The wedding breakfast room reveal at Bourton Hall is always lovely, but this one felt especially warm and inviting.

The sage green styling, floral centrepieces and soft candlelight worked beautifully with the gold chairs and chandeliers in the reception suite. Everything felt elegant without feeling overly formal or stiff.

Elegant banqueting hall with round tables covered in white cloths, gold chairs, floral centrepieces, and place settings. Large windows with ornate curtains, gold-framed mirrors on the walls, and a sparkling chandelier hanging from an intricate ceiling. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Then came the newlywed entrance.

And wow.

The cheering when Olly & Jordan walked into the room genuinely went on forever. It was one of those moments where you suddenly realise just how loved a couple are by the people around them.

A smiling bride in a white lace gown and a groom in a grey suit stand holding hands in a warmly lit room, looking happy. They are surrounded by wooden doors, floral arrangements, and guests, suggesting a wedding ceremony or celebration. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A rustic wooden seating chart display with “take your seats” written in white script at the top. Nine beige cards with gold calligraphy list guest names. Greenery and white flowers decorate the upper left and lower right corners. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A formal table setting with two forks, two spoons, and a knife on a white tablecloth, next to a folded serviette. Three glasses (two wine, one water) stand behind a name card labelled "Oliver" with a floral design. Greenery is blurred in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A close-up of an elegant wedding table centrepiece featuring white flowers, greenery, a white candle in a glass jar, and a "Table 4" card with floral designs, all arranged on a wooden base. Surrounding glasses and plates complete the refined setting. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The speeches covered pretty much every possible emotion too. Between Olly, both fathers and best man Danny, there were tears, roasting, emotional moments, hysterical moments, and one genuinely excellent groom’s speech which absolutely deserves recognition.

Jordan spent several moments wiping away tears while laughing at the same time, which honestly sums up a brilliant wedding speech lineup.

A middle-aged man in a grey suit and patterned tie stands at a banquet table, holding a microphone and speaking. He is near a window with patterned curtains; floral centrepieces, glasses, and a wine bottle are on the table in front of him. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

An older man in a light blue suit, pink shirt, and glasses holds a microphone and speaks indoors. He stands in front of large windows framed by ornate curtains, with blurred people seated in the foreground, likely at a formal event. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bearded man in a grey suit wipes his eyes with a tissue while holding a piece of paper and a microphone. He stands in an ornate room with floral arrangements and patterned curtains, appearing emotional, likely whilst giving a speech. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A woman with blonde hair in an updo and wearing a pink dress sits indoors, touching her face and appearing emotional or tearful. She is surrounded by other people, with one older woman in the foreground, slightly out of focus. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A man in a grey suit with a buttonhole holds a microphone and a sheet of paper, speaking at an indoor event. He has a short beard and styled hair. Elegant curtains and floral arrangements are visible in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bearded man with tattoos, wearing a grey waistcoat, white shirt, and light green tie, smiles while holding a microphone and cue cards. He stands indoors by a window with patterned curtains, appearing to give a speech at a formal event. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Olly (bless him) even looked dead at my camera and thanked me personally for all of my support leading up to the wedding. It was even hard for me to keep the tears back!

Newlywed Photoshoot

As soon as the rain eased off slightly, we headed outside for Olly & Jordan’s newlywed portraits.

A bride and groom kiss outside a building with large windows and pillars. The bride wears a white lace gown and holds a bouquet of orange and white flowers; the groom wears a light grey suit. Two green potted plants frame them on either side. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

One of the reasons I love photographing at Bourton Hall is how quickly the venue adapts to weather changes. If sunshine appears, the grounds are beautiful. If rain appears, the architecture indoors completely saves the day.

A bride in a white lace gown holds a bouquet and embraces a groom in a grey suit. They stand smiling in front of a grand building with arched windows, trimmed bushes, and beige stone columns, creating a romantic wedding scene. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A smiling bride in a white lace dress holds a bouquet of peach and white roses with greenery, embracing a bearded groom in a grey suit and white shirt. They stand close together, touching noses, against a dark window background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a white lace gown holding a bouquet walks hand-in-hand with a groom in a green suit, red tie, and buttonhole. They smile at each other outdoors, surrounded by greenery and elegant stone buildings with ornate architectural details. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a white lace gown and a groom in a grey suit stand under a decorative white arch outdoors, smiling at each other. The bride holds a bouquet of orange and white flowers with greenery. The background features greenery and a stone building. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

So we worked fast outdoors first before moving inside to take advantage of the grand staircases and dramatic wood-panelled spaces. The overhead staircase portrait ended up being one of my favourites from the day. There’s something really cinematic about the contrast between Jordan’s delicate lace dress and the rich dark wood surrounding them.

A bride in a white dress and a groom in a grey suit embrace and gaze at each other, standing in front of Bourton Hall in Warwickshire a grand stone building with large windows and a decorative doorway. The bride holds a bouquet, and green grass is in the foreground. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Despite the weather interruptions, these two were completely relaxed together. No awkwardness, no forced posing, just enjoying having a few quiet moments alone in the middle of an otherwise very loud and exciting day.

Though we did have to go back outside to get the one photo Olly really wanted... A photo of himself cleaning the alloys of his beloved car with Jordan's wedding dress! She allowed it of course, she was a great sport!

A bearded man in a suit kneels by a red car, carefully lifting the lace train of a wedding dress away from the car’s tyre. He is focused, showing care for the delicate fabric. The scene suggests a wedding day moment outdoors. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bride in a white lace dress stands with arms folded, looking up and smiling, while a groom in a suit kneels beside her, cleaning her shoe with her dress near the tyre of a red car. Lush greenery and another black car are in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Also, today was the day I learned all about a German wedding tradition involving sawing a log in half together. It's meant to symbolise teamwork, patience, determination and asking for help when needed. How awesome is that?

Fair play really, it's a great metaphor for marriage!

A bride in a white lace dress and a woman in green use a large saw to cut a log, while a man in a grey waistcoat helps guide the blade. Onlookers in suits and dresses watch the activity in a light-coloured indoor setting. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Three men in suits, two with beards and tattoos, are laughing and sawing a wooden log together at an outdoor event. One man in a blue suit stands partly visible on the right. The scene appears joyful and lively. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Cake cut

Their cake setup looked gorgeous against Bourton Hall’s dark staircase backdrop, surrounded by cupcakes, florals and warm lighting.

A bride in a white lace gown and a groom in a grey suit smile as they cut a small white wedding cake together. They are surrounded by elegant displays of assorted cupcakes with peach and cream icing in a warmly lit room. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

The styling throughout the whole reception felt very “them”. Relaxed, welcoming and quietly elegant without trying too hard.

And thankfully, nobody lost a finger during the cake cutting. Always a bonus.

A three-tier wooden stand holds cupcakes with peach and white icing, green biscuits, and peach and cream flowers with foliage. The display sits on a white tablecloth, creating a rustic, elegant dessert arrangement. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A close-up of mint-green round biscuits with the embossed text "3rd Years Turston," displayed on a rustic wooden shelf near peach and white iced cupcakes and orange flowers. The scene is elegant, with a celebratory and floral theme. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A small, white tiered cake with textured icing is decorated with peach roses and greenery, set on a wooden slab. Surrounding it are rustic wooden stands holding cupcakes and macarons, also adorned with peach flowers. The background features dark wood panelling. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

First dance

Olly & Jordan’s first dance was genuinely unforgettable.

As they danced beneath the staircase to Heaven Knows by Mica Millar, guests stood above them on the balcony scattering confetti down over the dancefloor. The second the petals started falling, Jordan’s face completely lit up.

A bride and groom in wedding attire embrace and smile at each other while dancing indoors beneath a large wooden staircase at Bourton Hall. They are surrounded by falling flower petals, with a grand wooden staircase and guests in the background, creating a romantic and festive atmosphere. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Those photographs are still some of my favourite first dance images I’ve ever taken.

The whole thing felt cinematic without losing the intimacy of the moment. Everyone else disappeared for a minute and it became very obvious that these two were completely wrapped up in each other.

Olly later told me the song held special meaning for him too, which somehow made the whole moment hit even harder.

A bride in a white lace wedding dress and a groom in a grey suit embrace and dance together on a dark wooden floor covered in white confetti. Behind them are wooden stairs, onlookers above, and a table decorated with flowers and a cake. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A man in a grey suit embraces a woman in a white lace wedding dress with an open back and delicate bead details. The couple shares an intimate hug indoors, with warm lighting and soft chandeliers glowing in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Reception

The energy throughout the evening never dipped once.

Guests crowded the staircase balconies to watch the first dance, confetti covered literally everything by the end of it, and the atmosphere stayed loud, emotional and busy right through.

Two people with short, light-coloured hair laugh joyfully together. One has platinum blonde hair and black earrings, while the other has a shaved undercut. Their faces are close and one has their arm affectionately around the other, both radiating happiness. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

It was less of a dancefloor reception, and more people being outside socialising and making full use of the grounds. You could tell this wasn’t one of those weddings where people politely attend because they feel obligated to.

These people adored Olly & Jordan. And that kind of energy changes everything.

A person in a light green dress stands on a wet path, holding up the skirt with one hand and a clear umbrella with the other. Raindrops fall around them. They have short, slicked-back hair and wear a necklace, posing with a playful expression outdoors. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bearded man in a grey suit and open-collar white shirt stands outdoors, holding up a stack of papers—perhaps vows—for a wedding photographer to capture. He wears rings, a necklace, and a buttonhole, with blurred greenery in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

A bearded man in a grey suit with a floral buttonhole and pale green tie smirks at the camera, holding a white folding fan. People are blurred in the background, giving the scene a lively, celebratory feel. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

An older woman wearing glasses and a light pink outfit sits in a brown armchair, striking a playful pose with one arm raised and her lips pursed as if whistling or blowing a kiss. A framed painting hangs on the beige wall behind her. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

(And sorry to this lady, but I couldn't bring myself to not include this photo!)

A woman with short platinum blonde hair and dark earrings looks surprised or shocked, eyes wide and mouth open in an exaggerated expression. She wears a black top and stands indoors with blurred background elements. © Aimee Lince Photography, Lincolnshire photographer

Wedding Photography at Bourton Hall

As a wedding photographer, I get to work at some incredible venues, and Bourton Hall genuinely stands out for how versatile it is photographically.

The manor house itself is packed with character. Grand staircases, huge windows, elegant ceremony rooms, dark wood interiors, beautifully maintained architecture… every direction gives you another gorgeous backdrop to work with.

It’s also one of those venues that handles bad weather brilliantly. Rain barely becomes a problem because there are still so many indoor portrait locations available without ever feeling repetitive.

The staff were fantastic throughout the day too, and the whole venue flowed really smoothly from morning preparations right through to the evening reception.

If you’re planning a Bourton Hall wedding and want a venue that feels elegant, atmospheric and genuinely versatile for photography, it’s an absolute gem.

A grey rectangle with white text in the centre that reads "Landscape Placeholder 3:2," indicating the image is a placeholder for landscape-oriented content. © Aimee Lince Photography, Wedding photographer in Lincolnshire

Olly & Jordan’s wedding was one of those days that reminded me exactly why I love this job. Big emotions, loud laughter, emotional speeches, brilliant people and a couple who were completely, unapologetically themselves from start to finish.

I hope this gave you a little glimpse into what a wedding at Bourton Hall can feel like, especially if you’re currently planning your own Warwickshire wedding. If you’re still searching for your photographer, you can explore my Wedding Photography page here.

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Aimee Lince

"Professional Third-Wheel"

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Aimee is a wedding photographer from Lincolnshire, specialising in authentic moments. She supports her couples from booking to beyond their weddings. Her blog offers lots of pro wedding tips, from the perspective of someone who attends 40+ weddings per year.