Photography at Poole Guildhall & Hotel Du Vin- A Nautical Wedding!

November 30th, 2008.

We met with Helen and Paul at their home to discuss their Wedding Plans. We were delighted to hear that they had organised a boat trip for all their friends and family around the harbour on the ‘Purbeck Princess’ to follow their Ceremony at Poole Guildhall.

We began our wedding shoot in Poole Old Town’s traditional pub, ‘The Angel” which is conveniently situated opposite the Guildhall. Here we met with Paul, his brother, who was Best Man and the Ushers to take some casual shots.

It was our first wedding shoot at the Guildhall and since we met with Helen and Paul a month before their big day to take a look at the venue, we were very impressed! Built in 1769, this Grade-2 listed building had stood empty for 16 years. Now restored it’s former glory, Poole Guildhall now boasts a large ceremony room that can hold up to 120 guests. Making it “one of the gems in Poole’s heritage”.

Poole Guildhall is an ideal Venue in one of the most outstandingly beautiful regions of the South UK. Poole Harbour is Europe’s largest natural harbour, with the town of Poole on its shores. This location has much to offer, from the grand 18th Century Guildhall Register Office in Poole’s historic Old Town, contemporary hotels and restaurants with stunning harbour views, an Italian Villa in the south’s finest privately owned gardens or luxury boutique hotels in beautiful countryside on the outskirts of town you are spoilt for choice!
Helen arrived with the bridesmaids in a stretched Limousine; Helen appeared from the car dressed in a stylish pale pink wedding dress, holding a beautiful pink bouquet to match- her face was beaming!

The Bridesmaids were dressed in a cool blue grey dresses, which complimented the Bride perfectly.

The ceremony was charming and the interior of the Guildhall was both light and elegant, which made for some beautiful shots.

After the ceremony, the guests gathered on the steps of the Guildhall for their group shot, before we all headed for the Quay, where our boat was awaiting. We joined the congregation for an around the harbour trip. We even took some shots up on deck and were pleasantly surprised by the temperature.

The Purbeck Princess made its way back to Poole Quay – the trip was complete. The Reception Venue was only a stones throw away, situated on the Quayside- The Custom House seemed the perfect spot for a cosy evening to celebrate. Inside the decor was stunning, with candles, lime green anthuriums, cut limes and bright pink gerbera daises. It was a warm and sophisticated affair!

The couple were to spend their first evening as Husband and Wife in the newly refurbished ‘Hotel du Vin’, which again is walking distance from the Quay! The Hotel du Vin, Poole is a luxury Georgian town house situated in the old town. The hotel offers a bistro, a well-stocked bar, as well as a wine cellar and Bothy Lodge.

We left the couple to enjoy their evening and had thoroughly enjoyed photographing their Wedding day!

A couple of hours from London, feel a world away as Poole provides a stunning location for a contemporary wedding.

Whether you are looking for lavish glamour or intimate elegance, Poole’s spectacular harbour and surroundings provide a truly continental experience – and the perfect place to celebrate with family and friends.

The Custom House

Upstairs at The Custom House, Poole Quay, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1HP

Tel: (01202) 676767
E-mail: customhouse@customhouse.co.uk

The Guildhall

The Register Office,The Guildhall, Market Street, Poole, BH15 1NP
Email:registrars@poole.gov.uk
Tel: 01202 633744

Hotel du Vin & Bistro

Hotel du Vin & Bistro, Thames Street, The Quay, Poole, BH15 1JN

Tel: 01202 785570
Website: http://www.hotelduvin.com/
General Manager: Lesley Skelt