A Countryside DIY Wedding in Kent

Cat and Jack - DIY Wedding in a Friend’s Farm

I’ve had the pleasure of photographing quite a few DIY weddings across Kent, whether they're held on private farms, family land or in beautiful countryside fields. They always have such a relaxed atmosphere, giving couples the freedom to create a wedding day that's completely personal to them. Cat and Jack's DIY wedding in the Kent countryside was no exception.

Having already legally married during a private ceremony a few weeks earlier, Cat and Jack chose to celebrate with a heartfelt celebrant-led wedding in the middle of a beautiful meadow, surrounded by family and friends. A celebrant ceremony allowed them to tell their story in a much more personal way, making it one of the most emotional parts of the day.

Following an incredible confetti throw (and I really do mean a lot of confetti!), everyone made the most of the glorious sunshine as Kent enjoyed one of the hottest weekends of the summer. Guests relaxed outdoors before heading into the beautifully decorated marquee, where they enjoyed an amazing BBQ wedding breakfast and a series of incredibly emotional speeches.

As the evening arrived, we wandered back into the meadow for some relaxed couple portraits, making the most of the stunning countryside setting. After returning for the first dance and getting the party well underway, we couldn't resist heading back outside one final time. With the sun beginning to set across the fields, we captured some beautiful golden hour portraits to round off an unforgettable outdoor wedding.

If you're planning a DIY wedding in Kent, a wedding in a field or another blank canvas venue, I hope Cat and Jack's day provides plenty of inspiration.

Here are some of my favourite moments from their incredible day.