We have a unique property at Piersland House Hotel. From the warm glow of its stone fireplaces to the sweep of its beautiful gardens, every corner seems built for stories, memories—and for photographs.

On a recent wedding, Cara Frew Photography distilled that magic into a collection of images that feel effortless and elegant, brimming with real emotion.

A venue made for photographs

Original features, modern romance – Piersland House’s character gives photographers a rich backdrop: carved wood, period detailing and soft textures that add depth without ever stealing the scene.

In our reception rooms, large windows overlooking the garden pour natural light across tabletops and fabrics—flattering skin tones and making colours sing. The stone fireplaces anchor the interiors with warmth and a sense of occasion; they’re ideal for cosy portraits, candid conversations and detail shots of bouquets, stationery and glassware.

The gardens – Step outside and you’re met with manicured borders, climbing greenery and secluded pathways—perfect for a first look or a quiet moment together after the ceremony. In spring and summer the foliage frames the couple; in autumn and winter the architecture and evergreens keep the frames timeless.

The photography captures…

Elegant storytelling – in the aisle images, tall florals and candlelit plinths create a soft corridor that draws the eye to the couple; the composition feels intimate without being staged. Inside the lounge, she embraces the moody ambience—a contemporary chandelier against dark wood—to frame guests mid-conversation, a beautiful contrast to the brighter ceremony and garden portraits.

Honest, joyful moments – during the signing of the register, Cara gets close enough to catch a shared smile and the delicate lace of a sleeve, yet wide enough to place the couple within Piersland’s characterful spaces. Later, during speeches, she holds focus on reactions: laughter travelling down a long, flower-dressed top table, glassware catching the light—exactly the images that couples revisit for years because they feel like the day.

Creative perspective – one favourite frame peers through drapes and a window, revealing the the bride and a guest sharing a quiet word in the garden. It’s romantic, cinematic and distinctly Piersland—private moments set against heritage and greenery.

Why Piersland House is a Great Venue for Photography

• Natural light from our garden-facing windows—ideal for getting-ready portraits and ceremony setups.
• Textures and tones: stone, wood, patterned fabrics and stained glass add layers that flatter both colour and black-and-white edits.
• Versatility: from elegant indoor spaces (perfect in wild weather) to beautiful gardens for golden-hour portraits.
• Flow: the venue layout makes it easy to move from ceremony to drinks to dinner without losing momentum—great for candid coverage.

Working with your Photographer

This gallery demonstrates what happens when a characterful venue meets a photographer with a great eye. Cara Frew Photography balances editorial elegance with natural, documentary moments—never over-posed, always true to the atmosphere of the day.

Her use of natural light, gentle direction and thoughtful composition lets Piersland House’s stone fireplaces, original features and garden vistas shine—while keeping the couple, their families and their laughter at the centre of every frame.

Working with your Photographer

You and your photographer are welcome to visit us ahead of your wedding for a property tour and pre-wedding planning visit. Contact us on 01292 314747.