I think it’s safe to say that 2020 was a year like no other, especially for weddings, and among all the rescheduling I was so pleased to hear that Abby and Chris decided to go ahead and make the best of it. They’d originally booked the beautiful South Farm in Cambridgeshire for their wedding, and whilst things didn’t quite go to plan, they adapted their day and still had a fantastic celebration among the restrictions of the moment.

My day started capturing Abby and her bridesmaids getting ready at home, before heading to South Farm to finish their preparations in the bridal suite. Her floral embroidered Lillian West dress was perfect for a rustic, countryside wedding, and Chris looked great in his three-piece suit, complete with floral tie, pocket watch and double-breasted waistcoat. Abby carried a gorgeous bouquet of pink roses, astrantia and greenery that a family friend made for her.

Their ceremony took place in South Farm’s Tudor Barn, and with guests wearing personalised “Abby & Chris” face masks it makes these photos feel like a bit of a time capsule! But even the masks couldn’t hide the emotion in the room and the ceremony was heartfelt from start to finish.

Despite their change of plans, they still got to enjoy the beautiful South Farm grounds for their wedding day, including a joyful confetti moment in front of the iconic blue door, a relaxed drinks reception in the gardens and of course photos along the tree-lined driveway!

We headed back to their garden to celebrate the rest of the day with an intimate party in their garden. As they arrived home, a lovely community moment unfolded as their neighbours came out of their homes to congratulate them.

The garden looked fantastic with rustic lounge furniture and long tables under a stretch tent, where guests enjoyed a fantastic wedding breakfast of antipasti, summer salads and barbecue food. They toasted with limoncello shots as the speeches had everyone in stitches and tears, and Abby & Chris started the evening off with their first dance under festoon lights before the dancefloor filled up for the night.