Golden Hour and a Surprise Third Ring: Chloe & Anthony’s Family-Focused Lakeside Wedding 🥂
Photographer: Georgie Beck
The Coniston Hotel Estate & Spa | Yorkshire Dales
There is something truly sacred about returning to the place where it all began. For Chloe and Anthony, the Yorkshire Dales isn't just a backdrop; it’s the setting of their life together. Ten years after their first meeting, they headed back to the water’s edge to finally say "I do."
They did things their way, and honestly, those are always my favourite days! After a 3 PM legal ceremony at the registry office. (Chloe wore a yellow dress), we had all the freedom in the world to create a 6 PM twilight ceremony that was 100% “them”.
The Ceremony: Golden Hour & Happy Tears
As the golden hour sun blazed at The Coniston Hotel, the energy shifted. This wasn't a "sit still and be quiet" kind of ceremony; it was an immersive experience. We shared their ten-year love story, the highs, the laughs, and the journey that led them to this very moment.
Three Rings, Not Two 💍
Family vows and a surprise third ring completed Team Barstow 💕
Photographer: Georgie Beck
The most beautiful part of the ceremony? Involving their daughter. Marriage isn’t just about two people; it’s about the family they’ve built. After Chloe and Anthony exchanged their vows, we had a surprise third ring for their little girl. There wasn't a dry eye! It was a beautiful, age-appropriate way to say, "We are a team, forever."
The air was filled with a mix of happy tears and genuine delight, before the couple headed off for fizz, dinner, and a dance floor that didn't quit!
The Dream Team Squad
A huge shoutout to the wedding professionals who made this outdoor Dales dream a reality:
Celebrant:Katie FlanaganMaking sure your story is told your way
Venue: The Coniston Hotel Estate & Spa – For the outdoor lakeside wedding vibe.
Photographer: Georgie Beck – Capturing that "just married" glow perfectly.
Videographer: The Bride’s Brother – Family talent at its finest!
Content Creator: Forever Captured by Paige – Paige stepped in and saved the day with her gorgeous BTS moments.
Florist: Poppyfields Florist – Bethany created the most gorgeous floral wedding display.
The Dress: Sugared Almonds Bridal
MUA: Lisa Cooper Make Up
Hair: Luna Hairstylist Bridal
“As the Editor of Celebrant Led, I get to see gorgeous weddings cross my desk every day. But Chloe and Anthony’s lakeside day holds an incredibly special place in my heart—because I also had the absolute privilege of being their wedding celebrant!
A massive thank you to the newlyweds and their incredible creative team for allowing us to feature this magic.”
Love this ceremony style? If you are planning your own wedding and want a relaxed, meaningful ceremony tailored entirely to your story, I would love to chat. You can find out more here.
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