An Emotion Filled Aldwick Estate Wedding In The Somerset Countryside

Jul 18, 2025
2 min read

Wedding Couple on bridge at Aldwick Estate by Bristol Wedding Photographers

As Bristol wedding photographers, we’re often invited to local venues and given the chance to capture the most meaningful moments of a couple’s story - this Aldwick Estate wedding was one of those celebrations!

Letting the Day Unfold Naturally

Every couple is different, and they made it clear from the start: they wanted the day to feel organic and focused on real moments - not endless group photos!

The approach was to quietly document the day, allowing moments to unfold naturally. The result? A gallery full of love and laughter.

The Venue

Aldwick Estate itself is stunning - a working vineyard with refined touches that elevate every celebration. Set in the Mendips, this award-winning, family run estate pays attention to the details with beautiful converted barns and well cared for gardens.

Aldwick Estate Barn
Aldwick Estate Wedding Venue
Aldwick Estate Wedding Venue with Don Gays Florist
Wedding Newspaper Magazine at Aldwick Estate
Aldwick Estate Wedding by Bristol Wedding photographers
Aldwick Estate by Bristol Wedding Photographers
Beautiful Country Barn Venue Aldwick Estate
Wedding at Aldwick Estate

Getting ready

Sian chose a timeless half up-do that beautifully complemented her flowing veil, allowing it to take centre stage! Her makeup, expertly applied by the talented Roxie Makeup, gave her a fresh, polished bridal look. With custom fitting and thoughtful alterations by Rosie La Chapelle Bridal, Sian wore the dress she had always envisioned - elegant and perfectly tailored.

Bride with Roxie Makeup
Wedding Dress Alterations by Rosie La Chappelle
Bride Prep by Bristol Wedding Photographers

The Reveal

The bridesmaids were brilliant and supportive, when the Sian stepped into the room with her bridal gown, they were full of tears, excitement then dancing!

It was the kind of emotional moment that perfectly encapsulates why candid photography is so powerful - showing the true emotion between friends.

Wedding Dress Reveal by Bristol Wedding Phototgraphers
Bride Reveal by Bristol Wedding Photographers
Emotional Bridesmaids by Bristol Wedding Photographers

The Groom’s Tearful Reaction

If there’s one image from this Aldwick Estate Wedding that stands out most, it’s Josh's reaction as his bride entered the ceremony room.

As the violin music swelled, played beautifully by Miranda Juliet, and the weight of the moment landed, the tears came. It was a quiet, honest moment. These are the kinds of images that hold real meaning, capturing not just how things looked, but how they felt.

Groom Crying as Bride Enters by Bristol Wedding Photographers

Flowers and Cake

The design for this wedding leaned into that natural elegance with a classic white floral palette by Don Gays Florist Hengrove, including a table cascade and bouquet with frothy gypsophila, peonies and perfect white roses. Guests enjoyed a delicate, semi-naked cake from The Cake House Redfield featuring three tiers plus matching florals and a wedding menu from Epic Caterers.