A Stunning Small Barn Wedding IN THE LAKE DISTRICT
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REAL WEDDING BLOG By CAROLINE
A Stunning Small Barn Wedding
Another fabulous day featuring our small barn weddings!
Lauren and Richard planned their small barn wedding for years, and after all the anticipation, their big day was finally here.
The couple got in touch after finding us on a family walk around Rydal. Lauren decided that Cote How was the perfect location for a small barn wedding with close family and friends.
Richard and Lauren chose a weekend wedding, and the fun began on Friday as soon as they arrived. Willing helpers added the final touches, and the house filled with laughter and excitement. It was a beautiful day in the Lake District, and spring was definitely in the air.
A Welcoming Smile
The sun shone brightly as guests arrived. We greeted them with a welcoming smile and a glass of Pimms on the terrace.
Lauren used our beauty suite to prepare with close friends. It’s a great vantage point to peek at all the guests arriving below. The registrars interviewed Lauren upstairs in privacy and comfort, and the guests mingled in the sunshine below.
The Perfect Small Barn Wedding
Lauren and Richard opted for their ceremony in our elegant Fairfield room. They wanted to keep the barn a secret until later in the day. Our wedding barn is perfect for a small barn wedding reception and we couldn’t wait to reveal the surprise to the unsuspecting guests! After their ceremony, the happy couple led their guests out onto the terrace. Everyone enjoyed Prosecco and canapes in front of the house.
Love by the Lake Shore
After the drinks reception and family portraits, the couple set off for photos by the lake and in Rydal woods. Just beyond the gardens at Cote How our flower meadow runs down to the shores of Rydal Water. Photographs by the lake are a must for all our couples. The breathtaking scenery creates unique wedding portraits that you will treasure forever.
Lakeland Wedding Barn Reception
It was soon time to reveal our stunning wedding barn. The table was set for dinner and beautifully decorated with flowers and candles.
Our authentic Lakeland barn is perfect for a small barn wedding party. Guests can chat together easily yet there is plenty of space for everyone! We always begin with speeches, so those involved can relax and enjoy the wedding breakfast… there may be a tear or two!
A First Dance With a View
After the wedding breakfast is the perfect opportunity for an al-fresco first dance on the barn terrace. Look at the magnificent view!
sunset over the happy couple's barn wedding...
Everyone was happy and relaxed so it was time to get the party started! We play each couple’s favourite music via our Sonos sound system. The bridesmaids had a great time dancing the night away!
Lauren and Richard enjoyed a twilight stroll as the sun set, and created beautiful memories with Kathryn of Delicious Photography. The photographs were amazing and captured a perfect end to their perfect day.
Lauren & Richard's Wedding Review:
“We had a weekend wedding at Cote How in May, after spotting the venue in full swing in August 2020, at the end of our family walk on Loughrigg Fell. The greenery and flowers, strings of lights, and quiet music set in the quaint venue grounds deep within the valley were the most beautiful sights. We said then when the time came to marry, this would be the perfect place. On contacting and booking our wedding with Caroline, we were filled with excitement and confidence our day would be nothing but perfect. Caroline and her team were incredibly attentive, and we couldn’t have asked for a more organised, calm, and relaxed weekend wedding. We have memories we will treasure forever, and will definitely be keeping in touch with Cote How on our annual holidays to the Lakes.”
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FURTHER INFORMATION:
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Our Lake District Small Barn Weddings
SPECIAL Thanks to:
Lauren and Richard for sharing their magical day with us and to Kathryn @deliciousphotography_weddings
