Wedding

A intimate wedding in the heart of kent at the papermill

Exclusive Woodland Weddings Kent

Oh my god. This wedding. Absolutely perfect, from start to finish, everyone I met at the Paper Mill (which is also known as Exclusive Woodland Weddings) were so warm and inviting.

Typically I’d arrive at a wedding venue, my usual 1 hour before I’m expected to be. This is to ensure that I am of course on time and to get my bearings, as I don’t usually scout wedding venues before hand. With The Paper Mill I arrive my standard 1 hour before being expected, I was the only person there apart from 1 staff member who was very helpful and accommodating! They showed me around the venue quickly and then I left them to start shooting!

A wooden gazebo stands amidst a forest with sunlight filtering through the trees in Kent. Hay bales are arranged in rows in front of the gazebo, creating a rustic seating area perfect for a wedding.
Sunlight filters through green maple leaves in a forest in Kent, casting dappled shadows on the ground below—a picturesque setting reminiscent of a dream wedding at an old papermill.
A rustic wooden cabin with a moss-covered roof is surrounded by dense greenery and tall trees under a partly cloudy sky, making it a perfect hidden gem for an intimate wedding in Kent.
A dense forest with tall green trees illuminated by sunlight, much like the serene landscapes of Kent. Light filters through the foliage, creating a dappled pattern on the ground, akin to how nature's beauty might create an enchanting setting for a woodland wedding.
A wooden sign labeled "CEREMONY" points to the right, situated in a picturesque forested area in Kent. Sunlight filters through the trees, highlighting the serene path to a beautiful wedding celebration ahead.

It was 10am and I could tell the weather was going to get very hot but I felt relief in knowing the ceremony and drinks reception were held in an amazing woodland clearing, surrounded by amazing foresty greens giving ideal shade for photos. After a quick drone flight for some establishing footage for the highlight video I am also creating, George the groom arrived with a huge smile on his face! He and his groomsmen were working hard to ensure the venue was ready for the guests imminent arrival! 

A man in a white shirt and tie holds a beer bottle, standing in a wooden structure with beams, perhaps at a wedding venue in Kent.
A woman in a floral dress stands outside near the greenery of a Kent garden, smiling with her arms crossed, as if reminiscing about a lovely wedding moment.
A man in a suit and glasses stands in a wooden structure, reminiscent of an old papermill, holding and inspecting a yellow necktie, perhaps preparing for a wedding.
A group of people in formal attire walk through a grassy, tree-lined area near the old Kent papermill. One person points and smiles at the camera, while others walk and chat, capturing the joyful atmosphere of a wedding day.
A woman in a floral dress stands outdoors in a wooded area at a Kent wedding, resting her chin on her hand and looking thoughtfully to the side. Other people are partially visible around her.

After a quick drink as guests arrived we all walked down together to the secluded woodland clearing where the ceremony would be taking place. I LOVE outdoor weddings, especially todays at The Papermill is no exception as there is not a chair cover in sight! Why do people cover up perfectly good chairs with chair covers and sashes anyway?!

A couple sits holding hands on hay bales during a charming outdoor wedding. The woman, in a yellow floral dress, and the man, in a suit with a matching tie, smile warmly at each other. In the background, guests near the historic Kent papermill look on with joy.
A man in a blue suit stands outside, smiling, with greenery and blurred flowers in the background, as if captured at a lush wedding venue in Kent.
Two men in suits stand in front of a rustic wooden gazebo in a forest, one holding a floral bouquet. Seated guests in summer attire enjoy the wedding scene, adding to the charming atmosphere that feels like it's straight out of Kent.
A bride stands outside with five bridesmaids, all wearing light yellow dresses and holding flower bouquets, posing in front of a rustic building at a charming Kent wedding.

The above photo is actually the first time I met Emily!! And what a first meeting! I had to run up from the ceremony area in order to capture her and her bridesmaids arrival.

A bride in a white dress and a man in a suit walk down a wooded path surrounded by greenery at their charming Kent wedding.
A bride in a white dress walks through a forested path at a wedding in Kent, accompanied by a man in a suit and sunglasses. Two women follow behind, also in dresses, holding bouquets.
Two men in suits, one in blue and the other in black with sunglasses, stand outdoors in a forested area at a wedding. Sunflowers and greenery flourish around them, adding to the picturesque setting near a historic papermill in Kent.
Two women in yellow dresses walk down a wooded path holding flower bouquets, surrounded by lush greenery, as they head towards the charming Kent papermill for a wedding celebration.
A group of people, including women in yellow dresses and a man in a suit, are seated outdoors on straw bales during a daytime wedding at Papermill Creek in Kent's wooded area.
A couple stands at an altar under a rustic wooden gazebo in a serene Kent forest setting, exchanging vows during an enchanting outdoor wedding ceremony, while guests are seated watching.
A couple stands under a rustic wooden gazebo in a forest, exchanging vows during their wedding ceremony. Guests are seated, watching the event while flowers decorate the structure, lending an air of natural elegance one might find in Kent or near an old papermill.

The ceremony was beaut. They even had friends and family viewing live on zoom! 4G is sparse in the Kent countryside but turns out it’s a perfectly good connection down in the ceremony area luckily!!

A bride and groom wave at a screen during an outdoor wedding ceremony in Kent. The groom holds a bouquet, and a third person stands nearby. The setting features trees and straw-covered ground, giving the scene a charming, pastoral feel reminiscent of an old papermill.
A man in a navy suit and a woman in a white wedding dress hold hands outdoors, with another man in a suit standing next to them. They are all smiling, surrounded by trees and hay bales with flowers—a perfect Kent setting for their special day.
A man with short hair and a beard stands outdoors at a wedding, wearing a dark suit and light-colored tie, holding a glass. Green foliage is visible in the background, reminiscent of the serene landscapes found in Kent.
A bride and groom stand outdoors in Kent, smiling and holding hands. The groom holds a bouquet of flowers, while a man behind them waves near the old papermill. Trees and a wooden structure are visible in the background.
A group of people is gathered for a wedding ceremony in a forest in Kent. The bride and groom stand under a wooden archway surrounded by trees and greenery, creating a magical atmosphere for their special day.

We finished the day off with the greatest cake I’ve ever seen and some outdoor games outside the barn!

A couple stands together outdoors on their wedding day near a charming papermill in Kent. The man wears a blue suit with a yellow tie, and the woman wears a white lace dress. Trees and greenery are visible in the background.
Close-up of two hands wearing wedding rings, one adorned with a pearl bracelet, set against a backdrop reminiscent of vintage fabric from an old Kent papermill.
A couple in wedding attire cuts a cake outdoors on a sunny day in Kent, surrounded by guests who are watching and taking photos.
A bride and groom smile while cutting a wedding cake outdoors at the Papermill in Kent on a sunny day, surrounded by guests watching and taking photos.
A man and three women, all dressed in formal attire, stand outdoors posing for a photo at a wedding. There is greenery in the background, and other people are visible in the distance, enjoying the beautiful day in Kent.

What a great day!!! Huge love to Emily & George and this amazing woodland in kent

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