Foxtail Barns Photos
Wedding Day Photography at Foxtail Barns
Foxtail Barns is a purpose-built wedding venue in the heart of Staffordshire. It's a relatively new venue and is fast becoming one of the most popular places for those looking to tie the knot.
Let me walk you through a recent wedding where I was booked for my full-day wedding coverage for Antonia and Harvey's big day.
Bridal Preps at Foxtail Barn Wedding Venue
As per my usual routine, I arrive approximately two hours prior to the ceremony to capture the bridal props and explore the venue. The morning is one of my favourite parts of a wedding - coupled with fun, excitement and a few surprises along the way.
Foxtail boasts a picturesque woodland area with charming pod lodges available for overnight stays. The grounds are impeccably maintained, exuding a serene atmosphere before the arrival of wedding guests.
I rendezvous with our lovely bride in the bridal prep room adjacent to the orangery, where Antonia and her bridesmaids are being pampered by the hair and makeup team. I meticulously capture the intricate details as well as candid moments, like the mother of the bride donning her wedding hat, the bridal team perfecting their final touches and of course, the obligatory glass of champagne!
Next, I step into the party barn, the chosen spot for the wedding breakfast. Here, I capture all the beautiful details that make this day truly special. It's a delightful open area, where the rustic oak beams really shine, adding to the charm of barn wedding venues.
The Ceremony at Foxtail Barns
I join Harvey and his best man in the orangery where there's a nervous excitement in the air. The ceremony space really is a delightful area for an intimate wedding service and a dreamy light-filled area for your wedding photographer. Our wedding guests are seated and our bridesmaids lead the march before the star of the show makes her entrance. Our groom has a huge smile on his face - exciting times!
The service is short and sweet and our newlyweds celebrate with their "first-kiss" - a time-honoured wedding tradition.
The Drinks Reception at Foxtails Barns
Luckily, the weather was on our side (we were on the fringes of an English Summer so it's always a wedding day lottery!) so the reception was outside in the walled garden. Our married couple were greeted by loved ones with well wishes and I snapped away, largely unnoticed!
When you hire the Foxtail Barns, you have exclusive use so no uninvited guests to take advantage of the free-flowing champagne!
I pop back into the party barn to get a few extra detailed shots - the wedding cake, cupcakes (no I didn't!) and table decorations before returning for the group shots and couple portraits.
Group Shots at Foxtail Barns
We make use of the walled gardens with fragrant herbs wafting in the air! At weddings, I'm always happy to get a certain number of group shots but I always recommend it's not an extensive list that takes up your drinks reception. Let's leave some time to enjoy your day and produce some of those spontaneous moments that are great for your wedding album.
Portraits at Foxtail Barns
When it comes to wedding photography, I bring a laid-back and natural vibe to the table. But, oh, how I adore stealing away with the bride and groom for some heartfelt romantic portraits! I'm always mindful of letting you set the pace for this session, understanding that not everyone feels at ease in front of the lens. However, my past clients have often complimented me on my knack for helping them relax, using a few handy tips and tricks to make the experience feel as natural as possible.
Antonia and Harvey are willing participants so after a few fragrant garden photos, we venture into the beautiful woodland and explore around the expansive 70-acre venue.
Wedding Breakfast & Speeches at Foxtail Barns
Our wedding guests are invited into the party barn ready for the meal. They should be excited as the catering here is simply superb. Antonia and Harvey are welcomed into the room and we're straight into the speeches.
I have a soft spot for wedding toasts - it's like a box of chocolates, you're never sure what you're going to get! Happy to say everyone laughed and cried in the right places and the best man provided a thoughtful toast.
As the guests tucked into their dinner, I used this opportunity to go through the wedding day photos so far, recharge a few batteries and enjoy the coffee-making facilities!
Evening Reception at Foxtail Barns
There's often a lull here when guests who plan to stay overnight (a the excellent Tawny Hotel) go freshen up and other guests work off their carb-coma (it's a thing!) so I'll continue to document the day before the evening guests arrive ready for night time party!
Guests are potted around the gardens (and bar!) and as night draws closer, a first dance beckons. Antonia and Harvey are happy to take centre stage for cake cutting and their "first dance" before the floor opens up for an evening of dancing. I love me some dance floor action so I'm always happy to stay a little longer to capture those shapes. It's always interesting to see the transformation of reserved daytime guests morph into wedding night party animals!
Foxtail Barns Photos
Foxtail is one of Staffordshire's leading exclusive-use wedding venues. It boasts excellent facilities for you and your guests to enjoy a fantastic wedding day. With the stunning woodland and walled gardens, charming pod lodges, the gorgeous orangery to host your ceremony and the barn to host your evening do - it's truly a dreamy location for any couple looking to tie the knot in style.
I hope this glimpse into Antonia and Harvey's Foxtail Barns wedding day at Foxtail has given you some inspiration for your own wedding. Whatever your theme, whether it's intimate and romantic or lively and fun, this venue has everything you need to make your dream wedding a reality.
Getting married here? I look forward to hearing from you :-)
About Jordan Fox
Jordan is a professional wedding photographer based in the UK. Her style is relaxed and informal with a keen eye for posed portraits. If you're getting married at Foxtail Barns and would love an informal chat to discuss capturing your special day, prices and general wedding chat, feel free to get in touch.
Foxtail Barns info:
Address: Consall Ln, Stoke-on-Trent ST9 0AG
Accommodation: Visit this site
Venue hire Caters for 150 guests
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