Wedding Photography at Old Kent Barn

Laura and Callum’s Wedding at Old Kent Barn

Laura and Callum celebrated their relaxed and fun summer wedding at the beautiful Old Kent Barn, one of Kent's most sought-after wedding venues, nestled in the countryside near Folkestone.

As a recommended supplier at Old Kent Barn, it's always a pleasure to photograph weddings here. From the beautifully maintained gardens and elegant interiors to the fantastic team who keep every wedding running seamlessly, it's easy to see why it's considered one of the best wedding venues in Kent.

Laura and Callum’s wedding was full of thoughtful personal touches that perfectly reflected their personalities, from a temporary tattoo station for guests to a table plan inspired by their favourite musicals.

With the July sunshine making an appearance, Laura and Callum exchanged vows during an outdoor ceremony filled with happy tears, laughter and plenty of emotion. After the ceremony and a few family photographs, everyone enjoyed drinks in the gardens while making the most of the beautiful weather.

Laura and Callum made an unforgettable entrance into the barn to kick off their wedding breakfast, with all of their guests shaking maracas as they made their way in! One of the standout moments of the day came during the speeches, when Callum's younger sister and Best Person delivered one of the most memorable speeches I've had the pleasure of photographing. She had everyone moving seamlessly from laughter to tears and back again.

Later in the evening, as the light softened, we took a relaxed stroll through the beautiful grounds of Old Kent Barn to capture some natural couple portraits before returning for an energetic first dance (partly fuelled by the Espresso Martini tower), complete with even more confetti! Before I left, we made the most of the beautiful golden hour for a handful of final portraits to round off an incredible day.

Why I Love Photographing Weddings at Old Kent Barn

Old Kent Barn is one of my favourite wedding venues in Kent and I'm incredibly proud to be one of their recommended suppliers. The beautifully maintained gardens are stunning throughout the year, from colourful wildflowers in the summer to the twinkling fairy lights that transform the grounds during the winter months. Inside, the venue perfectly balances rustic charm with contemporary elegance, while the large windows flood the ceremony and reception spaces with beautiful natural light.

What really sets Old Kent Barn apart, though, is the incredible team. Renowned for their attention to detail and seamless organisation, they consistently go above and beyond to ensure every wedding runs effortlessly. Whether it's making sure the bridal suite is immaculate before a first look, keeping the day running to time, or calmly dealing with the unexpected, they genuinely set the standard for how a wedding venue should be run.

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.

Wedding Photography at Old Kent Barn

Chloe and Alfie’s Wedding at Old Kent Barn

Chloe and Alfie celebrated their beautiful wedding at Old Kent Barn, one of my favourite wedding venues near Folkestone, Kent.

The weather couldn't have been better and, following a fun-filled morning of bridal preparations, these two exchanged vows during a beautiful outdoor ceremony in the sunshine.

After confetti and a handful of relaxed group photographs, everyone made the most of the glorious weather before heading inside for some fantastic speeches and the wedding breakfast. The addition of table captains kept the energy high throughout, creating plenty of laughs and unforgettable moments.

As the afternoon turned into evening, I took Chloe and Alfie for a relaxed walk around the stunning gardens to capture some natural portraits before returning them in time for their first dance and the start of the evening celebrations.

We were then treated to an incredible golden hour, so before I headed home, I stole the couple away for just a few minutes to make the most of the beautiful light. It was the perfect way to finish their coverage before they returned to the dancefloor and the party really got underway.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from their amazing day!

The Barnyard - Pip and Rachel's wedding

Pip and Rachel held their special day at the Barnyard, situated near Sittingbourne, Kent.

They married on the hottest May bank holiday since records began, and with the sun beaming, they held an intimate outdoor ceremony. Following some confetti in the nearby orchard and a handful of group shots, this awesome pair enjoyed the sunshine with their loved ones.

Following the wedding breakfast and some emotional speeches, I sneaked the pair away for some relaxed couple portraits in the orchard, with the first dance starting shortly after.

Thanks to the stunning weather, we had the best golden hour, so we climbed up the hill (which felt like a mountain at the time), to get some shots overlooking the valley. Once back, coverage finished with a sparkler exit.

Here are a few of my favourite moments:

The Orchard Suite - Victoria and Ryan

On the hottest day of the year (so far), Victoria and Ryan held their fun yet emotional wedding at the Orchard Suite in Maidstone, Kent.

With the sun beaming, these guys held their service outdoor, with a suprise ring bearer appearing half way through! Following the service and some group shots, this awesome pair enjoyed the sunshine with Ellie Rae Sings providing the background music.

With their ‘table captains’ ready, these guys made one big entrance for their wedding breakfast, which was followed by some emotional speeches. Although, Ryan’s bestman didn’t hold back with his stories of their younger days.

With a beautiful golden hour at hand, I took these guys out for some couple photos, returning for the first dance and one amazing sparkler exit.

Here are a few of my favourite moments.

The Night Yard Wedding - Christie and Michael

Christy and Michael held their wedding at The Night Yard, a stunning venue on the outskirts of Canterbury, Kent.

With the sun shining, these guys had an intimate outdoor ceremony and after a handful of group shots, they had plenty of time to relax, catch up with their guests and enjoy the sunshine before heading in for their wedding breakfast.

Their entrance was epic, starting with the surprise arrival of a waiter armed with a saxophone. But the surprises didn’t stop there — another waiter took a dramatic ‘nasty’ fall, much to the concern of the groom and guests, before jumping up and bursting into song. Safe to say it got the party started and the atmosphere going instantly.

I then snuck the couple away for some relaxed sunset portraits before heading back in to capture their first dance and some proper dancefloor action.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from their day:

Westerham Golf Club Wedding - Ellie and Ethan

Ellie and Ethan tied the knot in early spring 2026 at the ever-beautiful Westerham Golf Club—one of my favourite venues.

Their day was centred around an intimate ceremony, shared with close family and friends, which gave everything a relaxed and personal feel. After lots of confetti and a handful of group photos, everyone settled in for a series of heartfelt (and entertaining) speeches.

Once the wedding breakfast wrapped up, we made the most of the grounds—jumping on golf buggies to visit a few of my favourite photo spots. Although the skies stayed overcast for much of the day, we were lucky enough to catch a stunning golden hour, giving us the perfect light for some natural and relaxed portraits.

By the time we returned, the band was set and ready to go, and the evening celebrations kicked off in style.

Here’s a selection of some favourite moments from their day.

Knowle Country House Wedding - Rachel and Ben

Rachel and Ben celebrated their beautiful spring wedding at the stunning Knowle Country House, near Rochester in Kent.

Although it was only early April, the sun made an appearance for most of the day, creating the perfect setting for an emotional outdoor ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends.

After confetti and group photographs, the newlyweds had plenty of time to relax and enjoy being with their guests before heading into the wedding breakfast.

Following three incredible speeches, myself and Jack from Jack to Jack Media an took Rachel and Ben around the grounds for some relaxed, natural portraits. Soon after, they returned to kick off the evening celebrations with their first dance.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from their day:

Cooling Castle Barn - Teresa and Charlie's Winter Wedding

Teresa and Charlie chose the rustic charm of Cooling Castle Barn near Rochester, Kent, for their intimate and relaxed wedding day.

Late November surprised us all with the most gorgeous weather, and after their intimate ceremony we went out into the golden hour for some natural portraits.

As the sun started to set, these guys read their private vows to one another in front of the iconic towers.

Once back inside, everyone enjoyed some heartfelt and hilariously memorable speeches before the evening celebrations truly got underway, involving sparklers and some epic dance moves.

Here are a few highlights from their beautiful day:

Old Kent Barn - Georganna and Ethan's Autumnal Wedding

Georganna and Ethan celebrated their autumn wedding at the beautiful Old Kent Barn, tucked between Canterbury and Folkestone.

Embracing a warm palette of burnt oranges and seasonal pumpkins, they exchanged vows indoors in front of their immediate families and closest friends, before stepping out for some relaxed golden-hour portraits as the sun dipped behind the trees.

After the wedding breakfast, the evening came alive— with evening guests arriving and packing the dancefloor - the party carried on in full swing.

Here are a few of my favourite moments:

Swarling Manor - Kiran and Jessie

Kiran and Jessie celebrated their beautiful wedding day at the picturesque Swarling Manor in Petham, just outside Canterbury.

Although they had legally tied the knot a few weeks earlier, the couple had originally planned a hybrid Hindu-civil ceremony at a different venue that held sentimental value. However, just weeks before the big day, that venue unexpectedly closed. Amazingly, they managed to rearrange everything and bring their vision to life at the stunning Swarling Manor — and it couldn’t have worked out more perfectly.

The weather was incredible, with soft late-summer sunshine casting a golden glow over the gardens. Their ceremony, led by a Hindu priest, seamlessly blended tradition and modern elements, creating a heartfelt and personal experience.

After the emotional service, guests mingled in the gardens while I stole a few quiet moments with Kiran and Jessie for some relaxed portraits among the trees and flowers.

As the evening unfolded and the wedding breakfast began, we were treated to a flawless golden hour — the dream lighting for more portraits, so I whisked them outside for a few more natural shots.

Later, the speeches kicked off with a mix of touching words and laugh-out-loud moments, especially from Kiran’s groomsmen. With the formalities over, the dance floor filled, and the celebration carried on late into the night.

Hayne House - Katie and Tom

Katie and Tom celebrated their wedding at the ever-beautiful Hayne House in Hythe, Kent.

The weather was a little unpredictable, with bursts of rain sending guests running for cover at times, but it didn’t take away from the joy of the day. Their ceremony was held indoors, and just as it finished the skies cleared, giving us the perfect chance for confetti and a big all-guests group photo.

After the wedding breakfast and a round of heartfelt speeches, the sun finally made a welcome return – just in time for some relaxed golden hour portraits in the gardens.

As night fell, the celebrations moved to the dancefloor, with Katie and Tom joined by their guests for an unforgettable party.

Port Lympne Safari Park - Alex and Luke

Alex and Luke celebrated their September wedding at the incredible Port Lympne Safari Park in Kent – a truly unforgettable setting.

The day couldn’t have started better, with perfect weather complementing the stunning surroundings. Groom prep took place at Bear Lodge, while bridal prep unfolded in the elegant Spencer Roberts Room inside the main mansion.

These two chose a celebrant-led ceremony, making their vows beautifully personal and intimate. After confetti and a handful of group photos, we explored the Moroccan Courtyard and the grounds of the mansion for some relaxed portraits.

Following the wedding breakfast and heartfelt speeches at the Orangery, guests enjoyed a safari tour through the park – spotting wildlife from across the globe as the sun began to set.

As the evening drew in, everyone returned to the Orangery where the celebrations kicked off in style. Alex and Luke surprised their guests with a quick outfit change before making a spectacular re-entrance to start an unforgettable party.

Chapel House - Tanya and Jack

Tanya and Jack celebrated their wedding at Chapel House, a breathtaking venue just outside Ramsgate.

The day began with glorious sunshine, and everything was perfectly set for an outdoor ceremony. But in true British fashion, the weather had other plans – a sudden downpour meant the incredible venue team and suppliers quickly moved everything indoors.

The change of plans didn’t dampen the mood one bit. Their ceremony was filled with emotion, and as if on cue, the rain cleared just in time for confetti celebrations and group photographs in the sunshine.

After the wedding breakfast, myself and Jack from Jack Media took the couple around the stunning grounds for some relaxed portraits, perfectly timed with the arrival of a golden hour glow.

As evening fell, the energy ramped up and the dancefloor filled, with Tanya, Jack, and their guests partying late into the night.

Solton Manor - Roxanne and Charlie

Roxanne and Charlie celebrated their beautifully relaxed and intimate wedding at Solton Manor, a stunning countryside venue tucked between Dover and Deal in Kent.

The sun was shining brightly on this perfect August day, creating the dream backdrop for their outdoor ceremony in the gardens. Surrounded by family and friends, the couple exchanged heartfelt vows before everyone enjoyed live music in the sunshine.

The atmosphere carried through into the reception, with laughter-filled speeches and plenty of emotion in the barn setting. As the evening approached, we didn’t quite get the golden hour we’d been hoping for (despite clear skies all day!), but we did manage to steal a fleeting moment of golden light in the meadow for some relaxed couple portraits – and it was absolutely worth it.

It was such a joy to capture Roxanne and Charlie’s Solton Manor wedding – here are just a few of my favourite moments from their day!

Hayne House - Bethany and Garin

What an incredible wedding this was! Bethany and Garin’s big day at Hayne House in Hythe was nothing short of spectacular.

The morning was buzzing with excitement during bridal prep, which flowed perfectly into an emotional and heartfelt outdoor ceremony. Despite a rather uncertain forecast, the rain held off, giving everyone the chance to enjoy the gardens while we captured some relaxed group shots.

The energy stepped up again during the wedding breakfast, with Garin’s best men—his brothers—delivering a hilarious, laughter-filled speech. Just when guests thought they’d seen it all, one of the waiters took a dramatic tumble, causing a moment of shock before springing back up with a microphone in hand. From then on, the room was electric. There was sing-offs, dance-offs, congas, and so much more.

Shortly after, we snuck the couple away for some relaxed portraits and even caught a fleeting glimpse of golden light before heading back for the evening party.

The night wrapped up with a packed dancefloor and Garin’s friends competing in the legendary ‘geeko’—a tradition that has to be seen to be believed!

Old Kent Barn - Lauryn and James

Lauryn and James celebrated their laid-back wedding at the beautiful Old Kent Barn, just outside Canterbury.

With the sun shining all day, they enjoyed an intimate ceremony in the stunning garden setting. After an epic confetti moment and some relaxed group shots, guests joined the couple for the wedding breakfast and a round of heartfelt speeches.

Once the speeches wrapped up, I took Lauryn and James for a short walk around the grounds for some natural, relaxed portraits. We made it back just in time for an amazing first dance and a packed, high-energy dancefloor.

As golden hour arrived, I whisked them away once more to capture a few final portraits in that perfect evening light.

Here are a few of my favourite moments:

Lucy and Alex's Relaxed Wedding at the Secret Gardens

Lucy and Alex held their relaxed and intimate wedding at the beautiful Secret Gardens in Ashford, Kent.

The weather couldn’t have been better — sunshine from start to finish, right through to a golden sunset in the evening. The day began with a ceremony at a local church in Hythe, a place that held a lot of sentimental meaning for the couple. After a lovely confetti moment outside the church, everyone made the short journey over to the Secret Gardens to continue the celebrations.

Guests made the most of the sunshine, enjoying the peaceful surroundings before heading in for the wedding breakfast and a brilliant round of speeches. As the evening drew in, we slipped away for some relaxed portraits around the grounds — the light was perfect and the gardens made for a stunning backdrop.

After the first dance, the sun gave us one last gift — the dreamiest golden hour, perfect for capturing a few more quiet moments before the dancefloor filled.

Here are just a few of my favourite moments from their day:

Charlie and Tom's Wedding at the Barnyard

Charlie and Tom’s wedding at The Barnyard near Sittingbourne was the perfect blend of intimacy, fun, and summer sunshine.

The ceremony took place inside the barn, with sunlight streaming in to set the scene for a truly special “I do.” Afterwards, guests enjoyed the warm weather with ice creams in hand before settling in for the wedding breakfast and a round of speeches that had everyone laughing (and a little teary too).

Alongside second shooter, Meg Mari Photography, I stole a few quiet moments with the couple for some laid-back portraits in the orchard. Later, just after their first dance, we headed out once more to make the most of the dreamy golden hour light.

Here are just a few of my favourite moments from their beautiful day:

Rosie and Zach's Wedding at the Ferry House

Rosie and Zach celebrated their wedding at the Ferry House, tucked away on the Sheerness coast in Kent.

Despite a mix of rain and wind, nothing could dampen the mood. With a few perfectly timed dry spells, guests soaked up the coastal views while we grabbed some relaxed portraits along the shoreline.

Once the speeches wrapped up, Rosie and Zach hit the dance floor with their guests, kicking off a full-throttle evening of celebration.