Rufford Old Hall

Rufford Old Hall - history in the making by Richard Linnett

If you like your wedding mixed with a historic house and a romantic garden, then Rufford Old Hall in Lancashire may inspire you. Guests arive and wait in the forecourt surrounded by topiary and lawns.

Rufford Old Hall a National Trust property in South Lancashire

Rufford Old Hall a National Trust property in South Lancashire

The friendly National Trust volunteers and house managers then show people in to the Great Hall in preparation for the ceremony. I have  photographed weddings here at different times and it is always very atmospheric.

The high windows and beautiful high wooden beams create a light and airy atmosphere

The high windows and beautiful high wooden beams create a light and airy atmosphere

A nervous moment for the groom, but despite the history it is a cosy and friendly space and a place to relax especially when the ceremony is over.

Nervous but enjoying the moment

Nervous but enjoying the moment

The signing of the register, and nearly finished!

The signing of the register, and nearly finished!

Usually it is the bride who signs the register on these pictures. Beautiful dresses can be made the most of .

Ready for the exit and a bit of relief relaxing in the garden

Ready for the exit and a bit of relief relaxing in the garden

The steps made for ma great group shot

The steps made for ma great group shot

This couples favourite animal is a the red squirrel, so these topiary squirrels were perfect

This couples favourite animal is a the red squirrel, so these topiary squirrels were perfect

Goddess in the garden? Certainly one person who thinks so!

Goddess in the garden? Certainly one person who thinks so!

An avenue of trees in the Rufford Old Hall garden

An avenue of trees in the Rufford Old Hall garden

First chance to get away and chill and say something to each other that no-one else can hear

First chance to get away and chill and say something to each other that no-one else can hear