Chicheley Hall won my heart the moment my eyes met its perfectly symmetrical facade. It makes me so happy to give my OCD a day off when I photograph a wedding here!
But the formality of the architecture is balanced by unassuming yet elegant interiors, relaxed grounds and a very warm welcome. And the size of the rooms, which are perfect for smaller weddings with up to 60 guests, make a wedding here feel relaxed and intimate.
The Hall dates back to the 1700s and oozes history but it also has every modern luxury you could dream of - including sumptuous bedrooms, great food and reliable wifi for checking the sports results on a Saturday afternoon!
Being tucked away in the countryside, Chicheley Hall is a peaceful retreat, but it’s also super handy for couples planning a church wedding in and around Milton Keynes and Bedford. And it’s especially local if you're getting married at St. Lawrence’s church next door!
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Five reasons you’ll love Chicheley Hall for your wedding photography
The sweeping staircase with its stunning chandelier screams for statement photos of your ceremony entrance. And it makes an equally brilliant backdrop for pictures of the two of you.
There’s a portrait spot for all styles. Nature-lover? The lake and tree-lined driveway were made for you. Romantic? You’ll go ga-ga for the immaculate gardens filled with lollipop topiary and rambling roses. Rustic fan? Rejoice for the kitchen garden, textured stone walls and the drama of dark barns. Adventurer? The octagonal dovecote, neighbouring fields of long grass and fruit tree orchard will set your heart on fire.
Amazing architecture as a stage for both candid and posed inside photos. A wet wedding here will not disappoint.
A team that’s always full of fun and smiles but totally professional and who will go out of their way to make sure you have the best time and get the best photos.
Graceful windows letting in lots of lovely natural light, bringing gorgeous depth to your photos. From a suit hanging on the wardrobe to flowers on the dinner table and guests laughing at the speeches …. every photo will be radiant.
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Oops! In my excitement to rave about Chicheley Hall, I didn't tell you who I am. I know, so rude. Let’s put that right.
Hi! I’m Sarah. Wedding photographer, coffee cake connoisseur, and lover of love.
Since having the honour of being the first photographer to shoot at Chicheley Hall after it was bought and renovated by The Royal Society in 2009, I’ve captured some fabulous weddings there, including ceremonies at neighbouring St Lawrence’s church.
It’s been amazing to see the Hall evolve into the popular and leading wedding venue that it is now.
My Experience at Chicheley Hall
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Helena & Paul
“We just wanted to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for such an amazing wedding album! It is simply stunning and we love all of it from start to finish! It brought tears to our eyes as you've really captured how wonderful and perfect our wedding day was. We will treasure it for years to come. Thank you so much for everything you have done. We couldn’t have asked for a more amazing wedding photographer.”
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Psst! Did you know *this* about Chicheley Hall?
A resident bat colony lives in a purpose-made home in the roof of the Coach House.
There’s a secret library on the top floor of the hall.
The ceiling in the Great Hall has been painted only four times since 1719.
Recent archaeological discoveries include a culvert and an unexploded German grenade from World War II.
The Hall was used as a film location for Pride and Prejudice, and Black Beauty.
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