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Like our ancient New Forest, New House at Redlynch is not exactly new. It is a splendid Jacobean Building, here painted by L. Webb in 1988.
It was the venue for Rachel and Gareth’s wedding which we attended today. Here are Jackie, Shelly, Ron, Anthony, Chris, and other guests gathering before
ascending the entrance steps.
Drinks were offered in the hall. Donna was one of those inside.
The arrival of the sparkling Austin 12 was a rival to the ladies’ fascinators.
Richard has spent years renovating this wonderful representative of motoring’s early days.
This sheet explains its condition when he found it, now 20 years ago. It is one of two vintage cars available from Jane Austin Weddings (www.salisbury-wedding-cars.co.uk). Richard is currently restoring an Austin 7.
After a most happy ceremony Rachel, with her bouquet,
and Gareth, with his buttonhole, mingled with the guests outside,
before setting of to Barford Park Farm Barn in Downton for the reception.
Max was the youngest of the guests, who included
Anne,
Shelly,
Ron,
and Olivia,
who took these photos of Ian.
Oh, and Jackie and me portrayed by Becky.
The wedding breakfast consisted of perfectly roasted hog and superb crackling served with fresh soft rolls, jacket potatoes and plentiful salad. A variety of ice cream flavours were a most suitable dessert. Red and white wines were on offer.
We were entertained by speeches from Bill, the bride’s father, and from Gareth himself and his best man.
Resplendent Helen, here with Shelly and Anne,
and dapper Bill, with Anne, visited the tables.
We returned home, tired and content, soon after the music and dancing began.
What a wonderful venue for a wedding. Thanks for sharing your lovely photos, Derrick. You and Jackie look great!
Many thanks, Jill
Lovely, lovely! The picture of you and Jackie is smashing.
Very many thanks, Laurie
Yes – especially the one with her head on your shoulder – so sweet!
A beautiful venue and I would love a ride in that Austin 12! Great photos especially the one of you and Jackie.
Many thanks, Clare
Did you have a dance before you left Derrick? I can imagine you and Jackie cutting quite resplendent figures on the dance floor ………. Though maybe that was pre-knee?
It certainly was, Pauline. Thanks for the thought, though
An excellent adventure … and oh my, that wonderful car! 😀
Many thanks, Widders. Richard provides his passengers with blankets in the winter!
Wow, fantastic photos. Love these images and the stories they conjure up of books I’ve read like Jane Austen’s! 🙂 <3
Thanks very much, Natalie
Looks like a great day! I hope no one made a pig of themselves with the hog.
You are such a trotter out of wit, Bruce. Many thanks
Snort!
🙂
You scrub up a darned sight better than Bill the brides father.
There are a few bores I know that need to be devoured. unfortunately cannibalism is not allowed; I suppose we could feed them to the pigs.
A sort of ‘ilkley moor bar t’at’
Thanks a lot, Brian. Bill is 8 years older and looks pretty good
Quite dashing, actually.
He is – and he made a good speech
Thank you Derrick.
Both of you looked the usual debonair chaps we know you to be. Lovely blog, thank you Derrick. x
Thanks a lot, Helen
What a lovely wedding. Austen and Austin beautifully represented ….
Many thanks, Osyth
Lovely portraits of everyone and that car! Wonderful!
Many thanks, Jenny
Wonderful portraits, Derrick! Everyone looked so happy, and didn’t Jackie look glamorous in that jacket!
He has done a superb restoration job!
Hasn’t he just. Thanks a lot, John
A true portrait photographer will bring out the person behind the face of his subject. Those are wonderful folks in a vintage setting, not the least of which is the car.
Very many thanks, Uma
What a great venue, everybody looks happy!
Thanks very much, Sylvie
It looks like such a lovely wedding–venue, participants, and guests. I love the photos of you and Jackie.
(Walking around a few blocks in Philadelphia yesterday in the late afternoon, we saw six wedding parties.)
It’s obviously the season, Merril. Many thanks
What a great wedding – beautifully captured Derrick. Love the Austin, and Jackie’s jacket 💛
Many thanks, Val
I love weddings! The portraits you took are beautiful.
Very many thanks, Adrienne
Thanks for sharing this resplendent post, Derrick. I love the photos.
Many thanks, Ann
Weddings, weddings—I love them! I’ve never considered taking such close-ups of the guests (usually take whole-body ones), but what a wonderful idea! It really captures their mood, which is happy on this wedding day!
Many thanks, Diane. I have done this at many weddings over the years – a change from formal poses
Gorgeous!
This is fairy tale material! Lovely
Many thanks, Lynn
Looks to be an excellent day – particularly the pork. 🙂
It certainly was. 🙂 Thanks a lot, Quercus
🙂
Fabulous venue for a wedding, splendid automobile, beautiful flowers and outfits, a wonderfully happy bridal couple, and great photos of yourself and Jackie.
x
Many thanks, Melanie
How lovely! Great to see a picture of you and Jackie together. 💖
Many thanks, Persia X
Absolutely lovely bride and wonderful candid photos.
Many thanks, Leslie
The close ups were stunning – every one. I think I’d have liked to be placed at a table with Donna. And you made us wait for the bride – I had a fit when the first picture only showed her lovely dress. But the photos in the car made up for it – Just gorgeous.
Many thanks, Jodie. So pleased you appreciated the tease over the bride.
She was worth the wait!
Awww, handsome couple; you and Jackie. Look at your magnificent mane — Samson would be jealous! The Austin Ascot is magnificent and is fitting for such a lovely wedding.
Many thanks, Rose. My son Sam is Samson 🙂
😀
Absolutely beautiful portraits made with love.
Thanks very much, Inese
A beautiful bride and handsome groom, both look immensely, deliriously happy! What a wonderful potlrtrait of all of the events.
The car’s story and reconditioning was extra special to add transportation. Thank you, Derrick. hugs to you and Jackie. You both look so content and well suited for each other. 💕
Very many thanks, Robin
A beautiful wedding, Derrick! I love the story of the car and its rehabilitation. 🙂
Many thanks, Lavinia
Thank for this lovely momento of our Rachel’s special day, Derrick. I’ve stored it for future reference and sent it as a link to all the folk who have asked me how it went!! xx
Very many thanks, Helen – that’s better than trees 🙂
A fairy tale….lovely and poking at all my romantic urgings. The bride and groom look marvelous but my favourite photos are the head shots. Each one you catch something in their eyes that goes beyond just a snapshop
Very many thanks, Pleasant
What a lovely wedding. The bride is gorgeous. 🙂 Great set of photos portraying a very happy occasion.
Many thanks, Sylvia
Stunning venue and delcious looking breakfast wha a prefect day.
Many thanks, msw