Beamish Hall - Sarah-Jane and Daniel's 2020 lockdown wedding
We’ve known Dan for a long time now, he is a former barman at Beamish Hall, later becoming one of their wedding coordinators. He met Sarah-Jane while working at the Hall where she worked behind the scenes in housekeeping. These two are a match made in heaven, they are always having a giggle together, and are so much fun to be around. We were thrilled when they asked us to photograph their big day at the place that they first met.
Of course, as it did for so many, Covid 19 got in the way of their plans, and the large wedding that they had planned had to be re-thought. The result was a wonderfully intimate wedding day with a guest list of just 6, along with Nigel and myself, and our good friends Janet and Chris from One Digital Image (Video) bearing witness to their nuptials. Family and friends joined them outside after the ceremony to congratulate the happy couple.
It was a real joy to have been a part of their special day. Sarah-Jane and Dan, thank you so much for having us along! We wish you all the luck in the world and a lifetime of love. x
Beamish Hall - Laura and Richard
Beamish Hall in the springtime made an idyllic setting for Laura and Richards wedding. The sun decided not to show its face but no matter, that didn’t make the day any less perfect.
Laura and her maids chose to get ready in the spacious apartment within the hall itself, while the lads chose the car park! Ha, well if it worked for them, why not? The newly redecorated Shafto hall became the setting for their cosy wedding ceremony and the grounds played host to their guests for their drinks reception. After the ceremony the two of them sped away in Richard’s mum’s yellow vintage Citroën Deux Chevaux so he and Laura could spend those first few moments of married life together and alone before coming back to join their guests enjoying the celebrations, going on to their wedding breakfast and evening party in the Winter gardens.
It was a gorgeous day with a wonderful couple, and a joy to attend.
Beamish Hall - Rachel and Stephen
Rachel and Stephen’s wedding at Beamish Hall was a real treat. They opted for an outdoor ceremony in the stunning woodlands within the estate on what turned out to be a glorious sunny day. Their relaxed vibe and the stunning scenery effected everyones mood, it will be a wedding long remembered.
Beamish Hall - Joanne and Steve
Joanne and Steve chose Beamish Hall for their glorious early summer wedding day this year. It was one of those days that the weather just couldn't make up it's mind. Showers in the morning, crazy wind during their drinks reception, and some beautiful summer sun later, which made for some amazing portraits. It was a day for fun and cheer, filled with love and wonderful moments and a joy to attend.
Venue: Beamish Hall
Venue styling: Beamish Extras - Beamish Hall
Hair: Lisa Cameron
Make up: Patrycja firmanty
Entertainment: Hip Operation - evening band & Snaparazzi photobooth
Beamish Hall - Anna and Adam
Anna and Adam were married in St Patrick's Church in Consett, heading over afterwards to the grand 12th Century Beamish Hall in County Durham. Anna and Adam were both not only warm hearted, loving and two of the kindest souls, but they were also alot of fun to work with.
Here is Anna to tell you all about their day...
How did you meet? How did he propose? What is your story?: "Adam and I met through a friend when I was at university in Liverpool. We got on really well straight away and started to spend a lot of time together. Before we met, Adam had booked a trip to travel around Australia for a year, so we only had a few weeks together before he jetted off! Luckily while he was away we stayed in touch, racking up some expensive phone bills (sorry mam & dad). When he got home we became a couple. After 5 years together Adam booked a trip to Rome. When we arrived he was spending a lot of time on his phone, trying to get us to destinations he had researched. He used his phone to direct us to the Church that my grandparents had renewed their wedding vows at 10 years ago. Typical me, did not recognise the church and had no idea why Adam was so stressed! Because Adam was then unsure whether or not this was 'THE Church' he took us to the restaurant he had planned to go to after the proposal! Still unaware I ordered a big salmon dish & tried to chat away to Adam while he again was on his phone (frantically texting all of my family to find out whether this was the correct church). We finished our meal and Adam decided to give the church another go, and with our left over salmon boxed up, off we went, me still non the wiser! Adam took us back to the church and when seeing it from a different angle I realised it was indeed the Church we came to with my grandparents 10 years ago. A relieved Adam got down on one knee, salmon in hand and popped the question! We had a few cheers from the people passing by & I was very surprised and excited! The surprises did not stop there as Adam had asked my parents & his parents to come to Rome the next day to celebrate with us! It was a really special trip that we will never forget!"
What was the inspiration behind your wedding?: "We didn't really know what we wanted when we started to plan the wedding - both of us had only been to a handful of weddings, years ago so we didn't have a lot of ideas. After going to a few wedding fairs & reading some wedding mags we decided to go for a simple & classic look, mainly white as the colour scheme with a little bit of pink and grey throughout. Luckily I had a very helpful wedding planner (my mam again) who did lots of research & alongside the rest of our families, helped to plan a wedding which was perfect for us!"
What was the most memorable or your favorite part of your wedding day?: "We loved the whole day! Both Adam & I really enjoyed the morning of the wedding - the excitement of getting ready with our families & friends. A really special part for me was coming down the stairs in my dress to see my Dad, that was a lovely moment! We enjoyed the mass, the speeches and just spending the whole day surrounded by people we love!"
Why was photography important to you and why did you choose 2tone Photography ?: "Photography was really important to us because we wanted to capture all of the special moments throughout the day so that we could see the day from every angle & have lots of memories to look back on. We were recommended 2tone photography from a friend and after meeting Nigel & Chrissie, speaking to them & seeing their work we knew they would do a fantastic job! They made us feel at ease from the beginning and answered any questions we had. We loved the idea that we would have 2 photographers so the day really would be captured from every angle - and that it was. We absolutely love our wedding pictures, 6 month on and we are still trying to decide on an album as there are too many beautiful photos to choose from!"
Do you have any advice for brides and grooms who are currently in the planning process?: "Think about what is really important to you and your day, you don't necessarily need all of the expensive 'wedding props' to make it special. And on the day try to take it all in and don't stress because it's over before you know it! Just enjoy!"
What is your favorite part of being married now?: "Not having to plan a wedding!! Haha!
We love being married now, enjoying the special memories of our wedding day and looking forward to many memories to come!"
Venue: Beamish Hall
Venue styling: Beamish Extras - Beamish Hall
The wedding dress: Accent Original Newcastle
The men's suits: Swarbricks - Manchester
Wedding cake: Burnett4cakes Tanfield
Flowers: Flower Style Consett
Hair and Make up: Lynsey Charlton - Hair & Roxy Mann - Makeup
Entertainment: The Fusion Dukes - evening band & Saxophonist from Soul Control for reception
Beamish Hall - Kieley and Peter
As a recommended supplier, Beamish Hall is a venue that we visit regularly. A grand stately home with beautiful grounds and stunning architecture, it is a place that we always love to work at - and it made the perfect wedding venue for Kieley and Peter’s wedding in February.
Kieley looked stunning in her wedding dress, with it’s lace detailing, tulle skirt and full length veil and I adored the pretty blush colour that she dressed her bridesmaids in.
The day was filled with lots of laughter and fun. Kieley and Peter’s relaxed and carefree nature spread throughout the entire wedding party which made for a thoroughly enjoyable day which was a pleasure to be a part of.
