Sarah and Craig: An alternative wedding video at Donington Park Farmhouse
A Halloween themed wedding in the East midlands.
What an incredible alternative wedding day for this lovely couple at one of my favourite venues, Donington Park Farmhouse, where I have recently become a recommended wedding supplier! A gorgeous barn wedding venue in Derbyshire with eco-friendly, sustainable credentials including solar panels and a commitment to environmental stewardship.
After the wedding I asked this lovely couple a few thoughts on their wedding planning journey.
How would you describe your wedding?
What an absolute dream!
Marrying your best friend, nothing tops that feeling; everything else on the day was an added bonus.
We are so thankful to everyone who supported us throughout the process; making it a phenomenal day!
Did you have a theme?
We wanted a day that embodied both of our personalities.
We channelled all the dark, moody and grungy vibes, which were styled so perfectly by Becky of RandR Wedding & Events Styling. All the pillar candles and pumpkins! Amy of Polkadot Florist embraced our deep, rich palette, her artistry was stunning; it complimented the venue and the styling to perfection.
Obviously, we got married on Halloween; we booked the venue just shy of three years in advance because Sarah had to have this date!
Why did you choose your venue?
Donington Park Farmhouse was the only venue to evoke an emotional response. Walking into the Threshing Barn for the first time was something else, nowhere else had given us that feeling so we knew this was the one.
It was also important to us when searching, that our venue's values matched ours; to be eco-friendly and ethically conscious. Donington has a Green Ethos and has won awards for this.
The staff were exceptional throughout, our wedding minus one main option (ethically reared venison) was vegan.
Outfits - What did you choose and why did you choose them?
Sarah had originally started the day going to try black dresses on, but oddly felt like she was wearing a costume in them. The dress she never intended to buy was a wild card offered to her and it fit like it was made for her. A vintage edge, living that dracula's bride fantasy, classically beautiful dress.
Right until the moment of coming down the aisle, people were still edging their beats whether the dress would be black! Aha
Craig was an image in burgundy, with a matching navy and burgundy floral design waistcoat and bow tie. It was the only suit Craig tried on. He wanted to wear a bow tie because he always wore them as a child.
What about the outfits of your ‘I do’ crew?
The bridesmaids wore Camilla in Roseberry from TH&TH, whilst our bridesman matched the groomsmen. The groomsmen wore navy dinner suits with black shawl lapels from Brigdens with Roseberry ties and pocket square. All looked beautiful.
What accessories and shoes did you wear?
Sarah was gifted black ornate earrings on the morning of from Craig, which matched a necklace gifted by her little sister (MOH) which had travelled with her on their last months living in Canada; so special.
The beautiful hair piece and veil were also borrowed from her little sister. Her Mum gave her Gran's ring to wear as her something old.
Sarah wore silver lightning bolt boots because it's always more fun to be unconventional and comfy.
Craig was gifted brass skull cuff links on the morning of from Sarah. Craig wore burgundy brogues.
What advice would you give to other couples planning their wedding?
You are the Guests of Honour not the Hosts.
Is there anything you would have changed?
Nothing, it was as it was meant to be.
What do you remember most from your wedding day?
Seeing each others from either end of the aisle and the ceremony, it got emotional but it was so precious.
Thoughts on your wedding film/s?
There aren’t words to begin to express our joy, and thanks to Laura!
Honestly, we are so overcome with emotion everytime we watch our wedding videos; they’re perfect. The films captures everything we could have wished for and more; they have a beautiful balance of endearing and amusing moments. Laura is amazing! Actual magic 🖤
Everyone has loved them too; the compliments have been endless!
What was your favourite part of your wedding film/s?
It's hard to pinpoint a moment; everything is captured so beautifully. We love watching the build up and anticipation in each other's morning prep up until the first moments we see each other and all the love and emotion that then pours out. For the love that we feel for each other to be so visible is just everything; thank you Laura!
Why would you recommend Laura Baker Productions to others?
We couldn’t recommend Laura more highly, a videographer should be one of your non-negotiable suppliers.
We will treasure these memories forever because of Laura; her work is a thing of beauty 🖤🖤🖤
Thank you on the day, for your calming energy, we truly appreciated your encouragement and reassurance in Sarah's moments of overwhelm.
Laura completely understood Sarah's anxiety needs going into the day and created a plan; keeping moments light and natural. Laura was just amazing on the day, she made our whole day so enjoyable and we are forever grateful for how special she made our experience.
Donington Park Farmhouse recommended wedding videographer.
If you’re looking for an alternative wedding videographer for your wonderfully unconventional wedding, I would love to help. I absolutely love non-traditional weddings and when I married my wife in 2022, we definitely didn’t follow the normal ‘rules’ and had the best day of our lives! My advice is simply always to prioritise whatever makes you happy.
Say hello and see if I’m available on your wedding date below, I’d love to hear about your wedding plans.
“There aren’t words to begin to express our joy, and thanks to you Laura!
Honestly, I am so overcome with emotion everytime I watch our wedding videos; they’re perfect. The films captures everything we could have wished for and more; they have a beautiful balance of endearing and amusing moments. You’re amazing! Actual magic 🖤
Everyone has loved them too; the compliments have been endless!
Thank you also on the day, for your calming energy, I truly appreciated your encouragement and reassurance in my moments of overwhelm.
I struggle with anxiety and Laura completely understood my needs going into the day; we created a plan and kept moments light and natural.
We will treasure these memories forever because of you; your work is a thing of beauty 🖤🖤🖤
We couldn’t recommend Laura more highly, a videographer should be one of your non-negotiable suppliers.”