Deer’s Leap Retreat Wedding Photographer


As a Deer’s Leap Retreat wedding photographer, it’s always a pleasure to capture weddings at one of Devon’s most unique and relaxed countryside venues. Surrounded by woodland and open space, it’s a venue that allows couples to create a wedding day that feels completely personal.


Nicola and Colin’s wedding was exactly that, full of energy, surprises and incredible moments from start to finish.



A Wedding Full of Familiar Faces


Back in 2015, I photographed Louise and James’s wedding, where Nicola was a bridesmaid and Colin was one of the groomsmen.


It was at that wedding that they first met, so it was really special to be there years later, capturing their own wedding day. Seeing so many familiar faces again made the whole day feel even more personal.



A Beautiful Start in Devon


Myself and videographer Harrison Dowling travelled down from Bristol and were greeted by a beautiful sunrise, the perfect start to the day.


Deer’s Leap Retreat is such a well thought-out venue. Built around a family farmhouse, every detail has been carefully considered to make the day flow effortlessly for both the couple and their guests.



Ceremony with a Twist


Nicola and Colin’s wedding was full of surprises, starting with the ceremony.


In true Deer’s Leap style, they added their own personality to the day, including a live mariachi band, which created an incredible atmosphere and made the ceremony completely unforgettable.



Tequila Limbo & Reception Celebrations


After the ceremony, the celebrations continued with one of the most unique moments of the day, a tequila limbo queue leading guests into the reception.


It was such a fun and memorable way to transition into the next part of the day, and a perfect example of how relaxed and creative weddings at Deer’s Leap can be.


Guests spent the rest of the day enjoying the setting, with plenty of laughter, music and great energy throughout.



A Relaxed Devon Wedding Venue


Deer’s Leap Retreat is ideal for couples looking for something a little different, a venue that gives you the freedom to create a wedding day that truly reflects your personalities.


From live music to unique ideas like tequila limbo, Nicola and Colin’s wedding was a brilliant example of how fun and memorable a wedding here can be.



It was an absolute pleasure to capture their day in a natural and candid way, and to be part of such a full-circle moment from their first meeting to their wedding.


If you’re planning your own wedding at Deer’s Leap Retreat or anywhere in Devon and are looking for a relaxed wedding photographer, I’d love to hear more about your plans.

 

Group wearing floral robes laughs and celebrates together in a bright white room.
Row of elegant champagne-colored wedding shoes lined up on wooden surface.
Close-up of delicate white wedding dress details hanging in natural window light.
Wedding celebration with guests enjoying drinks and conversation at a reception.
Black and white photo of wedding guests dancing and celebrating at reception.
White decorative banners displayed outdoors against a natural landscape backdrop.
People playing lawn games and socializing on a sunny green field.
Black and white candid moments captured during wedding day preparations.
Close-up of brown leather dress shoes arranged in a row on wooden surface.
Wedding party getting ready in a room with chairs and festive decor.
People preparing for a celebration in a sunlit room.
Group of people getting dressed and adjusting ties before an event.
Candid black and white shots of wedding preparation moments.
Outdoor wedding scene with guests in summer attire on a sunny lawn.
Wedding celebration with guests in white shirts and yellow ties under tent.
Romantic moments captured during an outdoor wedding celebration.
Wedding party and guests gathered under tent with floral decorations.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with guests seated under white tent canopy.
A mariachi band wearing traditional sombreros performs at an outdoor wedding celebration.
Wedding guests enjoy live entertainment under a white tent at an outdoor reception.
A couple shares their first dance at a wedding reception under soft lighting.
Wedding guests celebrate with live mariachi music during an outdoor reception.
Guests laugh and enjoy entertainment during a festive wedding reception.
Wedding guests smile and laugh during a joyful reception celebration.
A couple dances together under a rustic wooden pavilion at their wedding.
Wedding guests celebrate under a yellow tent canopy at an outdoor reception.
Guests celebrate during a lively outdoor wedding reception under a tent.
Wedding details including rings, flowers, and ceremony moments captured in a photo collage.
Wedding guests gather outdoors under trees for a celebration ceremony.
Wedding celebration text overlay on romantic outdoor photo collage.
Romantic wedding couple poses in golden field during sunset photoshoot.
Newlyweds walk hand in hand through scenic countryside meadow.
Wedding couple strolls through golden grass field at sunset.
Romantic moments captured in sunlit field with tall golden grass.
Intimate wedding portraits taken in warm evening light outdoors.
Artistic silhouette shots of wedding couple in evening light.
Rustic wooden reception tables decorated with delicate floral arrangements.
Wedding reception table settings with rustic decor and floral centerpieces.
Rustic barn wedding reception venue with wooden beams and elegant table settings decorated with greenery garlands.
Close-up details of elegant place settings with wine glasses and silverware on wooden tables.
White place settings with condiment bottles arranged on rustic wooden tables.
Outdoor gathering with guests enjoying refreshments in a sunny garden setting.
Ice bucket filled with assorted beer and beverage bottles at an outdoor event.
Wedding guests mingling at an outdoor garden reception on a sunny day.
Outdoor celebration with guests enjoying drinks and conversation in a garden setting.
Wedding party members in blue suits and yellow ties celebrating outdoors.
Groomsmen in coordinated blue suits and yellow accessories sharing laughs at an outdoor event.
Wedding party holding signs spelling out a message in an outdoor garden setting.
A white tent structure sits on a grassy hilltop against a bright blue sky with puffy white clouds.
A person in white clothing swings playfully on ropes at an outdoor celebration.
Rows of colorful appetizers displayed at an outdoor wedding reception.
Guests enjoying drinks and conversation during an outdoor daytime celebration.
People dancing and celebrating on an outdoor stone patio during a festive gathering.
Three mariachi musicians in traditional black outfits performing on a stone patio.
Black and white photo of mariachi band members playing instruments while wearing traditional sombreros.
Two candid shots side by side of a couple sharing a joyful moment at their wedding.
A person in white bends backward dramatically during a playful moment at an outdoor celebration.
A couple stands under a wooden gazebo during their outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests celebrate during an outdoor garden reception under a tent with string lights.
Guests mingle and dance during a sunny outdoor wedding celebration in a garden setting.
Wedding reception guests raise their glasses in a toast under a white tent canopy.
Elegant wedding cake display with multiple tiers and rustic stone wall backdrop illuminated by warm lighting.
Wedding guests play outdoor games on a grassy lawn with white tents in the background.
Guests enjoy outdoor lawn games and activities during a summer wedding reception.
Wedding party and guests gather on a green lawn for outdoor celebration activities.
Rustic barn wedding reception with string lights and elegant cake cutting moment.
Wedding reception dance floor lit by romantic string lights in rustic wooden venue.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating on dimly lit dance floor with string lights overhead.
Family poses together on rustic hay bales during golden hour outdoor photo session.
Rolling hills and mountains at sunset with golden light casting across the landscape.
Band performs on stage in a dimly lit brick-walled venue with musical instruments.
Silhouette of pine trees against a dusky sky creating a dark treeline.
White event tents set up on a hillside during sunset.