Groomsmen posing on the grass beside the lakeJournal
Soft-focus portrait of the couple walking past a stone building

· By Tom Wyatt · 2 min read

Karina & Matthew’s Elegant Pentney Abbey Wedding

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a wedding at the breathtaking

Pentney Abbey

in Norfolk. For full disclosure before I go onto the details, my good friend

Jack Aldridge

was the main man on this one. As a second photographer, it was my job to spend the morning with the boys, capture some candids and get artistic whilst Jack had the main bits covered.

Overall, I was so happy with the final images. Pentney Abbey provided the perfect setting for a classy and elegant wedding, and I was grateful to have been a part of capturing the magic of Matthew and Karina's day.

Bride and groom kissing beneath the stone arch at Pentney Abbey

So, let's talk about this venue.

The historic former monastery, dating back to 1380, provided the perfect backdrop for Matthew and Karina's day. The charming gatehouse, arched mullion windows, and spacious courtyard set the scene for a truly iconic wedding.

As an editorial wedding photographer, I knew I wanted to capture the elegance and sophistication of the venue and the couple's attire. Matthew chose a classic tuxedo from M&S' Sartorial Line, while Karina was a vision in a stunning gown by Freda Bennet. The contrast of the black and white attire against the ancient stone walls created a timeless and stylish aesthetic.

Groom helping an older relative with his shirt cuff during preparations

One of my favorite images was taken from above during the ceremony, as the couple exchanged vows in front of the historic abbey. I was able to stand in the gatehouse to include the full wedding party as well as Karina and Matthew holding hands as they exchanged vows.

Two men in wedding attire chatting beside a staircase

Venue: Pentney Abbey

When hosting an event at Pentney Abbey, it is recommended that couples take full advantage of the exclusive use of the venue and grounds from 2pm until 12 midnight on the day of the event. This allows for a seamless and stress-free experience for both hosts and guests. Additionally, hosts may want to consider utilizing the Gatehouse for a drinks reception, as it can comfortably hold up to 40 guests. This space provides a charming and intimate setting for mingling and enjoying cocktails before moving on to the main event.

Vendors

Main Photographer

JACK ALDRIDGE

Second Photographer

TOM WYATT CO.

Venue

PENTNEY ABBEY

Dress

FREDA BENNET

Florist

ROMEO

&

SUCCULENT

Film

DANIEL BRUCE FILMS

Groom hugging a relative while getting ready
Black-and-white photograph of the groom and groomsmen raising champagne glasses
Groomsmen raising their drinks beside a lake
Groom and groomsmen walking across the lawn together
Groomsmen posing on the grass beside the lake
Wedding table plan on an easel above white flowers
Groomsmen relaxing with drinks on a wooden bench
Groomsmen laughing together beside the timber fence
Groom and groomsmen posing in front of Pentney Abbey's wooden doors
Wedding party seated and standing beneath the gatehouse arch
Groomsmen wearing sunglasses in front of the abbey doors
Black-and-white photograph of groomsmen walking across gravel
Groomsmen walking towards the camera with Pentney Abbey behind them
Two groomsmen chatting on the path outside the gatehouse
White ceremony flowers arranged beside a ribbon-decorated chair
Personalised K&M ribbon and white flowers on an aisle chair
Karina and Matthew's wedding welcome sign outside Pentney Abbey
Groomsmen talking while guests gather for the outdoor ceremony
Guests taking their seats outside the abbey gatehouse
Aerial view of rows of guests at the outdoor wedding ceremony
Bride smiling at the groom beside white ceremony flowers
Wedding vows outside Pentney Abbey's medieval gatehouse
Newlyweds embracing at the end of the outdoor ceremony
Bride and groom sharing their first kiss beneath the abbey arch
Bride leaning into the groom beneath the stone entrance
Newlyweds holding each other between white floral ceremony plinths
Bride raising her bouquet as the newlyweds greet their guests
Newlyweds waving beneath Pentney Abbey's open wooden doors
Bride holding her bouquet aloft beside the smiling groom
Couple celebrating outside the gatehouse with the bride's skirt spread wide
Newlyweds walking between guests with their arms raised
Bride and groom greeting guests along the gravel confetti aisle
Newlyweds walking away between two lines of wedding guests
Couple stopping for a kiss as guests line the path
Bride and groom walking beside the lawn after the ceremony
Groom waving as the couple leave the gatehouse with their guests
Bride reaching for the groom's hand beside a clipped hedge
Newlyweds embracing at the entrance to a garden path
Black-and-white soft-focus detail of reception glassware and a table sign
Soft-focus wedding table setting with gold chairs and glassware
Close-up of the bride's necklace, earring and off-the-shoulder dress
Bride and groom holding hands outside the gatehouse's wooden doors
Newlyweds smiling at each other as they walk past the abbey tower
Motion-blurred portrait of newlyweds outside Pentney Abbey
Couple standing hand in hand with the gatehouse behind them
Bride and groom leaning their heads together on the gravel path
Couple kissing with the bride's train spread across the gravel
Groom standing beside the bride as her dress fans across the path
Bride tilting her face towards the groom outside the abbey
Newlyweds kissing on a garden path beneath a large tree
Bride smiling as the groom walks towards her on the gravel path
Groom striding beside the bride with the abbey buildings behind them
Groom raising a champagne bottle while the bride watches
Newlyweds celebrating on the lawn, viewed through the reception doorway
Black-and-white close-up of lettering embroidered on the bride's veil
Black-and-white close-up of the bride and groom smiling beneath her veil
Black-and-white portrait of the couple beside a stone-walled window
Groom seated on a windowsill beside the bride in a black-and-white portrait
Bride and groom smiling at each other on a narrow garden path
Newlyweds holding hands between planted garden beds
Soft-focus portrait of the couple walking past a stone building
Black-and-white detail of the bride's hand resting on the groom's jacket

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