Scrivelsby Walled Garden Wedding – Simon & Clare

Happy times for Simon & Clare this week as they tied the knot at The Church of St Benedict in Horncastle! Their epic day followed on with smoke bombs and a fabulous tepee reception at Scrivelsby Walled Garden!

A bride and groom joyfully exit through a wooden door of a brick building with lush greenery around. The bride wears a white gown and holds flowers, while the groom in a beige suit holds the train of her dress. Colorful flowers frame the scene, creating a vibrant garden setting. © Aimee Lince Photography at Scrivelsby Walled Garden

The Beginning

“We met online. First date was at The Foreshore Pub in Hessle. We laughed and talked all night and ended up getting kicked out as they were closing!”

A lush bouquet featuring a blend of dried and fresh flowers. Prominent elements include cream-colored roses, red carnations, pink dahlias, and white lace flowers. Spiky dried foliage and leafy greens add texture, creating a rustic and vibrant floral arrangement against a neutral background. © Aimee Lince Photography at Scrivelsby Walled Garden

“We got engaged on Nai Han beach in Phuket, Thailand. It was secretly planned and she didn’t see it coming.”

Top tip from the newlyweds

“Get the registrar booked early if required. You can book 2 years in advance! Get a whiteboard for all the planning! We’ve filled in 2!”

The Wedding

Meet Simon

In a room with a wooden wardrobe, a younger man in a white shirt helps an older man, donning glasses, tie an orange necktie. At Scrivelsby Walled Garden, they focus intently on preparing for their formal occasion. © Aimee Lince Photography

The day started with Simon at The Golf Hotel in Woodhall Spa and the guys looked fantastic in their cream and blue suits.

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!

Suit boutique: Hancock’s Menswear

Meet Claire

A bride in a white gown smiles and talks with three people in a room. Two men in blue suits, including one with a green tie, stand nearby. A woman with long brown hair, facing away, wears a green dress. An arched window and a mirror are visible in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography

Clare got ready for the big day at Lion Gate Lodge where the mood was high and the bubbly flowed in abundance! Clare wore a gorgeous cape to accompany her dress (I do love a cape!)

Dress boutique: Elite bridal

The Ceremony

A bride in a white gown and jeweled headpiece walks down the aisle with an older man in a light gray suit. She is emotional, wiping a tear. Rustic church setting with wooden pews and guests in the background. The aisle has a white runner with floral decorations. © Aimee Lince Photography

Simon and Clare tied the knot at St. Benedict’s and made an epic confetti exit!

Family Photos

A group photo shows five people standing on a cobblestone path in front of a rustic stone building with an arched doorway. Two are wearing floral dresses and three are in light-colored suits, one of whom is accompanied by a woman in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet. © Aimee Lince Photography

We had our family photos outside the church entrance whish was decorated beautifully with an arrangement of flowers to match Claire & Simon’s theme.

Cocktail hour

Wedding scene with a couple walking down a grassy aisle as guests on both sides hold smoke bombs, creating clouds of purple, yellow, blue, orange, and pink smoke. The guests wear formal attire, and trees are visible in the background, adding a festive and vibrant atmosphere. © Aimee Lince Photography at Scrivelsby Walled Garden

A smokebomb walk (very colourful!) followed by lots of different drinks, canapés and garden games. The newlyweds lucked out with the perfect weather for their outdoor tepee reception at Scrivelsby Walled Garden! There was such a natural and botanical vibe, I absolutely love their theme!

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Wedding breakfast

The tepee looked absolutely incredible and was a welcome break from the sun!

A rustic wedding reception setup inside a large tent with wooden flooring. There are wooden tables and chairs arranged neatly. Floral arrangements and greenery hang from the tent roof and decorate the tables. A bar area is seen on the right with a large floral centerpiece on a barrel. © Aimee Lince Photography at Scrivelsby Walled Garden

“Our theme is going to be Bohemian style.”

Speeches

A combination of light hearted and emotional speeches were given by the bride, groom and their son.

Bless him! Cheers to the newlyweds!

Newlywed Photoshoot

A couple in wedding attire, smiling and holding drinks, takes a selfie amidst a lush garden. The bride wears a white dress, and the groom is in a light suit. They're surrounded by blooming flowers and tall grass, with a tent and string lights visible in the background. © Aimee Lince Photography at a Scrivelsby Walled Garden wedding

As the sun set, it was time for their newlywed portraits (once they’d finished their drinks!) Scrivelsby Walled Garden is an amazing location for photo opportunities, everywhere you look there is something different!

Cake cut & first dance

Cake maker: Jan

Their deliciously fabulous looking cake was made by their friend Jan! (If Jan doesn’t run a cake business already, she should!)

Reception

Everyone hit the dancefloor with energy to match a wedding to remember!

Why choose Scrivelsby Walled Garden for your big day?

As a wedding photographer I have the privilege of spending my days exploring some of the most gorgeous venues with the most amazing teams of wedding staff. Scrivelsby Walled Garden in the heart of Lincolnshire is fabulous for couples who are the outdoorsy type! I absolutely love an outdoorsy wedding, photographs amongst nature are timeless and just bring a calming natural energy to your wedding gallery.

Aerial view of a large, walled garden with green grass and bordered by lush trees and plants. In the center are two people walking across the lawn. At the far end, multiple connected tents with pointed tops. The garden's perimeter wall is partially covered in greenery. © Aimee Lince Photography at Scrivelsby Walled Garden

The centuries-old walls themselves bring a rustic feel to your wedding. It’s such a stunning venue that is perfect for spring and summer weddings. I can’t get enough of the gorgeous look of it all, it really does add the charms of nature to your wedding photographs!

with love

with love

AIMEE

 

Aimee is an award-winning North East Lincolnshire based wedding photographer who focuses on authentic and naturally beautiful moments.

Aimee not only captures genuine and meaningful moments for her clients to treasure forever, but also helps, supports and advises her couples with the wedding planning process from the moment they book and beyond their wedding days.

with love

AIMEE

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Aimee is an award-winning North East Lincolnshire based wedding photographer who focuses on authentic and naturally beautiful moments.

Aimee not only captures genuine and meaningful moments for her clients to treasure forever, but also helps, supports and advises her couples with the wedding planning process from the moment they book and beyond their wedding days.

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Watercolor illustration of a green plant sprig with multiple elongated leaves on a slender stem. The leaves vary in shade, giving a sense of depth and texture. The overall appearance is delicate and artistic. © Aimee Lince Photography