Join us in the heartwarming journey of Jen and Jamie’s extraordinary barn wedding at Old Luxters in Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire —a day filled with an abundance of love, sheer joy, and a few heartfelt tears.

Old Luxters Barn near Henley on Thames set the stage for a wedding photographer’s dream. This rustic barn wedding venue was adorned with a breathtaking blend of vibrant flowers and lush greenery, creating an idyllic backdrop for the couple’s special day.

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The bride and groom share a kiss at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
Golden hour couples portraits on 35mm film
The bride and groom walk hand in hand during their golden hour couples photos

Capturing the morning preparations

Our journey commenced in Henley, where Jen and her bridesmaids readied themselves in a charming AirBnB nestled in the town centre. The room was bathed in natural sunlight from large windows—a secret ingredient for beautiful getting-ready photos. Here’s a tip: designate someone to keep the area tidy; it ensures clean, clutter-free images. Also, choose a room with ample natural light—it’s a game-changer for stunning photographs.

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Bridal prep before barn wedding at Old Luxters Barn
The bride gets ready before her church wedding ceremony in Oxfordshire
Bridal shoes
Finishing touches are made to the bride's elegant bridal hair up do
The bride shares a laugh with her bridesmaids
A bridesmaid helps the bride into her wedding dress from Chameleon bride
The bridal party help the bride make finishing touches to her look
The father of the bride sees the bride for the first time
The father of the bride is overcome with emotion as he sees the bride for the first time
The bride and her father share a special moment
The bride sheds a tear during a first look with her father
The bride gets ready to leave for her church wedding ceremony
Bridal portrait captured on 35mm film
Bridal preparations captured on 35mm film

Second photographer magic

Simultaneously, our talented second photographer, Natalie from Natalie Jeffreys Jones Photography, was with the groomsmen at the venue. While second photographers aren’t always a necessity, they shine when there are multiple locations, ensuring every moment unfolds beautifully and tells the story in its entirety.

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The groomsmen get ready before the wedding in Oxfordshire
The groom helps his son get ready for the wedding
Members of the wedding party get ready for the church wedding ceremony
The best man helps the groom with his tie
The best man helps the groom with his tie
The groom prepares for the church wedding ceremony
The groomsmen gather before the church wedding ceremony
The groomsmen share a drink before the wedding ceremony

A moving church ceremony

Jen and Jamie’s church service took place in the picturesque village of Hambleden, Buckinghamshire, just a stone’s throw from the venue. Emotions ran high, with tears of joy flowing as Jen walked down the aisle to her waiting groom, Jamie. Following the heartfelt ceremony, the couple strolled through a confetti tunnel and hopped into their vintage car, ready to embark on the next chapter of their journey.

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The groomsmen prepare for the wedding ceremony
A bridesmaid awaits the arrival of the bride
The vintage wedding car arrives for the church wedding ceremony
The bride and her father arrive at the church wedding ceremony in a vintage wedding car
The bride gets out of the vintage wedding car before her wedding ceremony in Oxfordshire
The bride stops for a photo with her bridesmaid in front of the vintage wedding car
The bride approaches the church for her wedding ceremony
The bride approaches the church
The bride holds a beautiful bouquet from Sonning Flowers
The bridal party approach the church
The bride enters the church
The bride enters the church with her father
The bride and her father walk down the aisle
The bride and groom stand together at the alter
The bride and groom during their church wedding ceremony
The bride and groom hold hands during the wedding ceremony
Church wedding ceremony in Oxfordshire captured on 35mm film
The bride and groom share their first kiss as a married couple
The bride and groom celebrate during their church wedding
The bride and groom sign the registry
The bride and groom walk back down the aisle after getting married
The bride and groom leave the church after their wedding ceremony in Oxfordshire
The wedding guests throw confetti at the bride and groom
The bride and groom exit through the confetti tunnel

Unplanned joyful moments at Old Luxters barn wedding venue

While Jen and Jamie took a leisurely drive, their guests made their way from the church to the venue. The couple’s two young boys, driven by their grandfather, couldn’t resist the allure of the magnificent car. Capturing these spontaneous, joyous moments is pure magic—seeing the boys pretend to drive was priceless.

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The bride and groom share a kiss as they leave their church wedding ceremony
The bride and groom stop in front of their vintage wedding car
The wedding guests enjoy the drinks reception at Old Luxters Barn
A wedding guest enjoys an ice cream
A young wedding guest enjoys exploring the vintage wedding car
A classic simple wedding cake
Wedding guests enjoy garden games at Old Luxters barn, captured on 35mm film

Relaxed and natural couple portraits

After a champagne toast and warm greetings, we ventured down a woodland path near the venue—a spot Jen and Jamie had discovered months earlier. As we emerged from the woods, a breathtaking vista greeted us: rolling Chiltern hills bathed in dappled sunlight. With Natalie capturing venue details and candid guest moments, no memory went unnoticed.

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The bride and groom share an embrace during a couples photo session at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom walk hand in hand at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom explore the grounds at Oxfordshire barn venue Old Luxters Barn
The bride and groom share a kiss at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
35mm wedding photography capturing couples portraits
The bride and groom walk hand in hand during our couples portrait session at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom captured on 35mm film
The couples portrait sessionat Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom look out over the beautiful Oxfordshire landscape at their barn wedding
The groom embraces his bride at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
A B&W wedding portrait captured on 35mm film
The bride and groom stop for a kiss in the magnificent woods at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
Bridal potrait at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom walk hand in hand through the woods at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
Bridal shoes captured at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire

Golden hour bliss

Jen and Jamie added their own twist by cutting the cake before the meal, setting the stage for a relaxed reception. This allowed the barn to undergo a stunning transformation for the evening festivities.

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Wedding guests share a laugh at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The father of the bride gives a speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests listen to speeches at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests listen to speeches at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom laugh during speeches at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The groom gives a speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests raise their glasses for a toast at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The groom sheds a tear during his speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom share a kiss during speeches at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The best man gives a speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride listens to speeches at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The groom gives a speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The groom and his best man share a joke at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
A candid moment captured between two guests at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests enjoy cocktails at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride embraces her son at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride stops for a photo with her dad at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride shares a quiet moment with the groom at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride embraces a wedding guest at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Candid moments captured at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride talks with wedding guests at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom cut their cake at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom share a kiss as they cut the cake at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The groom gets wedding cake on his nose
A candid moment between the bride and groom is captured
The groom gives an emotional speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The best man gives a speech at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire

During this time, the couple and I ventured out for some golden hour photos, taking advantage of the unbelievably beautiful location.

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Golden hour at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom share a laugh during their couples portrait session
The bride and groom walk hand in hand during golden hour at their barn wedding
The bride and groom share a kiss during golden hour at their barn wedding
The bride and groom share an embrace during their barn wedding
The bride and groom walk hand in hand during their golden hour couples photos
An editorial style shot of the bride and groom at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
Playing with shadows and light at Old Luxters Barn in Oxfordshire
The bride captured in a patch of light during golden hour couple portraits
The bride and groom share a kiss in gorgeous golden hour light
Golden hour couples portraits on 35mm film
The bride and groom share a kiss during a golden hour couple portrait session
The bride and groom walk hand in hand during golden hour
Golden hour is the perfect time of day to get couple portraits
The bride and groom embrace during their couples portraits at golden hour

We returned for the first dance, kicking off a night of celebration with The Mp3s Band, whose infectious tunes got everyone on their feet.

A heartfelt thanks

Our heartfelt thanks go to Jen, Jamie, their families, and everyone who made this day a true joy to be part of. A special shoutout to Natalie, whose invaluable assistance ensured every moment was beautifully captured, allowing me to focus on the couple.

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The bride and groom share their first dance at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom share their first dance at their barn wedding
The first dance at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The bride and groom perform their first dance at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The Mp3s wedding band perform at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests share an embrace at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests enjoy a quiet moment at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The wedding guests enjoy the fun at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
The Mp3s wedding band perform at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests dance at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests enjoy the party at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests dance at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests enjoy themselves at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests enjoy the party at the barn wedding in Oxfordshire
Wedding guests dance at Old Luxters Barn wedding venue in Oxfordshire
Wedding guest on 35mm film
Groom enjoys wedding party on 35mm film

Make your dream barn wedding a reality

Ready to turn your dream barn wedding into reality? Contact us today to discuss how we can capture your love story in stunning detail and create lasting memories to cherish.

Vendors

Photographer: The Falkenburgs

Venue: Old Luxters Barn

Bridal attire: Chameleon Bride

HMUA: Melissa Hair and Make up

Band: The Mp3s

Florals: Sonning Flowers

Second photographer: Natalie Jeffreys-Jones

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