Crowcombe Court Wedding Photographer

Wedding Photography at Crowcombe Court

Get ready for Emily and Charlie’s delightful wedding at this striking Somerset wedding venue! I had so much fun capturing the action of their Autumn wedding day.

The bridal party got ready at Emily’s family home and there was a lovely calm atmosphere. This is a great time for me to just let things happen and capture the comings and goings. The excitement peaked as the bridesmaids collectively squealed as Emily descended downstairs, looking incredible in her wedding dress. I loved that the girls took a Landrover to the church!

Kingston St Mary Church was the location for the ceremony and where groom Charlie was waiting, looking dapper in tails. It was a beautiful service and the newlyweds emerged with beaming smiles into a deluge of confetti before heading over to Crowcombe Court for the reception. With gorgeous October sunlight, the drinks were held on the front lawns. It was lovely to take a wander with the bride and groom for some couple time photos over by the pretty woodland.

As guests moved inside to the Victorian Ballroom, the speeches kept us highly entertained. There was a lot of love in the room for the couple and friends and family were moved to hear the journey that had got them here. Celebrations moved downstairs to the Undercroft where the party was in full swing all evening long. The surprise of the night was the bride and groom’s spectacular getaway in a vintage Triumph Herald 1200 through an explosion of fireworks! If you're looking for a Crowcombe Court wedding photographer, I'd love to hear your plans! You can send me a message and I'll get back to with all the information you'll need.

Crowcombe Court History

In 1724 Thomas Carew commissioned work to begin on Crowcombe Court with its aim to be a statement of wealth and a setting in which to entertain high society. After it was discovered old coins had been taken whilst demolishing the existing house, a new designer was instructed and Nathaniel Ireson, of Stourhead fame, took the job on, completing the house in 1739.

The style is built in English Regional Baroque and was described by Nikolaus Pevsner as “the finest house of its date in Somerset south of the Bath area”. This large country house has amber coloured bricks set against Bath stone plasters and frontispiece and has a magnificent driveway that draws the eye towards the house as you approach.

The Carew family continued to own the Grade I Listed property into the 1960s, where it then fell into various owners and became somewhat neglected. A major restoration project began in 2002 when David and Kate Kenyon carefully revived the house and gardens, returning much of the estate to its former grandeur. Since 2019, Crowcombe Court has operated as part of The Gilchrist Collection and has become one of Somerset’s most sought-after exclusive-use wedding venues.

Spaces at Crowcombe Court

There are so many wonderful rooms at Crowcombe Court. As you enter the Great Hall you are met with beautiful Italian plasterwork by Grinling Gibbons. It is a bright, light-filled room with views overlooking the front gardens and drive. You can hold civil wedding ceremonies here seating up to 100 guests.

The Carew dining room is a more intimate space for smaller ceremonies and has an interesting feature on the floorboards displaying the arms of the Carew Family. The Victorian Ballroom has high-ceilings and chandeliers, with double aspect windows and a marble fireplace it is a luxurious setting. Edward Barry carried out remodelling of this room in 1870.

As you descend downstairs you find the Vaulted Undercroft, originally used to store supplies over winter it is now used for dancing and celebrating! Moving upstairs there are 11 stunning bedrooms which have character and charm in abundance. You certainly feel transported back in time with the traditional grandeur and luxury, from four-poster beds and roll-top baths!

It is not only the inside spaces that impress at Crowcombe. As you move outside you are in for a treat with 10 acres of recently restored gardens and grounds. A lot of hard work has gone into creating paths, clearing rubbish and new planting. With a woodland and lake just minutes away from the house to explore, there are ample locations for wedding photographs.

Weddings at Crowcombe Court

Crowcombe Court is known as one of Somerset’s premier exclusive-use wedding venues, combining historic elegance with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Couples can choose from indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, with capacity for up to 100 daytime guests and 150 evening guests. The experienced wedding team works closely with couples throughout the planning process, helping to create celebrations that feel personal, seamless and stress-free. From intimate ceremonies to larger weekend weddings, the venue offers tailored packages, on-site accommodation and flexible catering options to suit a range of styles and budgets.

Whether you are drawn to the grandeur of the interiors, the romance of the gardens or the rich history woven throughout the estate, Crowcombe Court remains a truly unforgettable Somerset wedding venue.