Elopement Photographer Cornwall Lower Barns // Anita and Alan

There’s something really beautiful about an elopement. I just love capturing this style of intimate wedding. Just me, the couple and a celebrant (maybe even their dog would come along) feels so special.

And I’m pleased to observe in the world of weddings, elopements have become a rising trend, offering couples a more intimate and personal way to say “I do.”  As a Devon and Cornwall Wedding and ElopementPhotographer, we have many beautiful locations to choose from for that kind of wedding…

Capturing the essence of these private celebrations requires a unique set of skills and a keen eye for detail. As it is harder to stay in the background to just observe and capture the day as it unfolds like I do at bigger weddings. It’s just the three of us and I’m obviously there capturing it! But I still try my best to keep it all natural and easy flowing with not too much awkward posing involved.

Before the special day I always take the time to connect with the couple and understand their vision for the elopement so that I can tell their story in the most intimate of detail. A meeting in person is highly recommended but if that’s not possible we at least discuss the details via an online meeting.

Anita and Alan bought their adorable rescue dog with them, who was also a very well behaved ring bearer. Sadly we had to leave him behind on our venture to the beach as it was a very hot day, but we managed to take some photos of the three of them at the beautiful grounds of Lower Barns. I love this venue and Mike and Janie always make me feel so welcome! If you’re looking for a beautiful, eclectic romantic getaway for your elopement in Cornwall, don’t look any further, Lower Barns is a truly quirky, unique and romantic hideaway, perfect for an intimate elopement wedding!

Here is a mini preview from Anita and Alan’s special day here recently. I hope you like the images as much as I did enjoy capturing them!

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 20.06.2025

Moments from Small Weddings and Elopements in Cornwall // A Lower Barns feature

There are many reasons why I love capturing small weddings and elopements. They are so personal! With a small wedding, there is time for you to be with each other, time to share the moment rather than being distracted by your guests. With elopement weddings, instead of 10 minutes of portraits, you can go for a wander for hours, take time out, do whatever you want, choose a preferred location, maybe even a favourite beach nearby. Capture the story of you.

There are many amazing venues and locations in Cornwall, but Lower Barns is one of my most visited and loved elopement and small wedding venue. Nestled in a hidden corner of South Cornwall and close to a variety of beautiful South Coast beaches to choose from for your portrait session. It is a luxury boutique retreat, a B&B with highly unique eclectic style. The lovely owners Janie and Mike designed this place over the years integrating ideas and inspiration from their past world travels. Every time I visit there is something new to discover and I always return bursting with inspiration for interior design ideas! It is a magical weekend getaway, perfect for a runaway wedding and to spend some time together. And there is even some space to accommodate a few of your guests if you want to bring some friends and family along. Oh and dogs are welcome too! I love dogs at weddings, they are always a joy to capture.

Here are just a few of my favourite moments I have captured at this quirky wedding and elopement venue. I can’t wait to be back this year!

If you are planning a small wedding or elopement her in Cornwall or Devon, please get in touch. I have a few limited of spaces left in this year’s diary

Best of 2023 Wedding Photography

What a year, 2023 you were amazing! I feel truly privileged to do a job I love so much. The people I meet, the places I visit, the laughter, joy and love I witness and memories I capture put a big smile in my face. Thanks to all my couples for choosing me as your wedding photographer, you were amazing and I feel so honoured to have played a part in your very special day. Thanks a million for having me. Here is a look back at some of my favourite moments…to be honest there were hundreds and it was really hard to make this collection.

Roll on 2024, I know it will be a cracker!

Cornwall Elopement Photographer at Knightor Winery // Sam & Howard

Sam and Howard tied the knot on a sunny day start of August at Knightor Winery. They only brought 6 guests along with them for an intimate and relaxed day in Cornwall. I love capturing days like this, they are so personal and even if I just have just spend 4 hours with lovely pair I felt I was a little part of it. Great to work alongside talented and super nice Sean Hodge Wedding Films. Always a pleasure to work as a team.

So here you go, not much more to say, just a gorgeous sunny day at Knightor Winery, one of my most favourite places to shoot elopements and weddings here in Cornwall…

Venue: Knightor Winery // Date: // Flowers: Hidden Botanics "Burnt Orange & Green No. 2 // Dress: Wed2B "Oakley" // Bride’s Shoes: Steve Madden // Cakes: Lola's Cupcakes ‘Vegan Gluten Free Raspberry and Lemon’// Bride’s Ring: Steven Stone Jewellers // Groom’s Ring: Lumo Blue // Wedding Stationary: Strong Art Design

Elopement Photography at Lower Barns Cornwall // Emma & Danny

Emma and Danny opted for a runaway wedding at Lower Barns in Cornwall. They left their three children, family and friends at home and decided to have a romantic weekend together here in Cornwall. What better place to choose than Lower Barns, a colourful and eclectic Boutique Bed and Breakfast hidden away in a quiet valley not far from The Roseland’s beautiful beaches.

They weren’t fussed about getting ready images, so i met them 20 minuets before their ceremony and we ventured to a nearby beach for some portraits after. I made a small collection of my favourites here…

I love capturing small weddings and elopements, so if you’re planning to get married with just the two of you or with an intimate circle of friends and family, please contact me for availability. I have only a few spaces left for 2023 and deal with enquires on a first come first served basis.

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 22.10.2022 // Hair: Melody Rose Hair Newquay

Cornwall Elopement Photography at Pengelly Retreat // Sue & Andrew

Sue and Andrew’s elopement at Pengelly Retreat was truly magical! Let’s just start with this location, a stunning luxury lakeside Cabin and Yurt tucked away in a quiet valley with romantic, wild gardens, a flowing stream, meadows, secret gardens and lakes to explore. It is the perfect venue for a small wedding or a run away elopement in a secret idyllic place. My jaw dropped with excitement when I had a stroll around the grounds before the ceremony to make a plan for backdrops. They are endless, so many beautiful corners to discover here for photography! Truly inspiring and not just that, I want to spend a weekend here now to unwind and relax…love, love, love it! I will definitely keep my eyes open on upcoming Yoga retreats there…

And then there is this beautiful couple, the bond and love they have for each other is spell binding. They just celebrated in a small circle including Sue’s son, daughter, her partner and a beautiful Saluki to celebrate the day with them. It was a beautiful ceremony to witness held by the lovely Sabine from Perfect Day Ceremonies. They had chosen two different locations for the ceremony, the first part including the sand ceremony by the lake and the the second including the vows on a bridge near the secret garden. I felt like a was watching a romantic movie and had to hold back tears of joy, so beautiful!

After the ceremony we had a stroll around the grounds for photos. Sue and Andrew even ventured on a little boat ride! The picnic was served in the tipi tent and beautifully decorated by Phoebe from Piccolo Weddings who also made sure the day was running smoothly and a pleasure to work with.

I left mid afternoon and felt I had just visited a magical world where two individuals celebrated theur life and love for each other. Sue and Andrew, what an honour to document your truly special day, thanks again for having me there! Not long now for the final set of your photos. But for now, here is a little taster.

If you like what you see and planning a small wedding or elopement here, please contact me for availability. I always need an excuse to visit this place again

Venue: Pengelly Retreat // Date: 06.08.2022 // Makeup & Hair: Cornwall Hair Stylist // Celebrant: Perfect Day Ceremonies // Wedding Coordinator: Piccolo Weddings

Lower Barns Intimate Wedding // Beth & Luke

It was a true pleasure to capture Beth and Luke’s beautiful colourful intimate wedding at Lower Barns Boutique Wedding Venue early August. Every time I visit Lower Barns my travel fever gets ignited by their wonderfully eclectic interior design which is inspired by Jane and Mike’s travels around the world.

Beth and Luke invited their closest friends and family to say ‘I do’ at this colourful venue. And what a day it was! Blessed with beautiful sunshine, they really booked their visit to Cornwall at the right time.It was an honour to capture their small wedding and I’m so excited to show you a small selection of my favourites… And have a look out for the cutest flower girl in the world!

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 04.08.2022

Elopement Photography at Lower Barns in Cornwall // Nicky & Joe

Nicky and Joe finally got married early march at Lower Barns in Cornwall after postponing their wedding day twice. They decided to have an elopement with not too much fuss and make it a weekend get away for just the two of them and their adorable little pooch.

More and more couples opt for a low key wedding. Elopements are a great alternative to a big wedding. You can enjoy your day your way, there is less planning involved, you won’t have to be in the spotlight or follow strict timelines but rather enjoy more time together. Nicky and Joe did just that. They also didn’t want the typical beach portraits and opted for a visit to St Austell Brewery instead to enjoy burgers and a beer, they said it’s just more like them…when I heard this, I knew it’s going to be a great day to photograph. I like things a little different! And what a lovely pair to work with…

Here is a small selection of my favourites…

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 02.03.2022

Beautiful Cornwall Elopement Photography // Sana & Hussain

Sana and Hussain decided to have an elopement wedding when they realised it was impossible to have a larger wedding with all their family in the current circumstances. Their families live all over the world and travelling from one country to the next seems to be quite difficult with current Covid restrictions in place. They have chosen the stunning Tremenheere Sculptured Gardens in Cornwall to tie the knot.

Lovely Jane from Petite Weddings helped them with heir planning process. They stayed in the nearby Fallen Angel, I have yet to visit this gorgeous place! It was my first time photographing at Tremenheere and it took my breath away, it offers so many beautiful spots for photos! A tropical Cornish Gem overlooking St Michael’s Mount and feast for themes and senses…In fact I was so inspired by the tropical plants that I bought a couple for my garden on my way home!

Sana and Hussain are the most gorgeous, humble couple and they truly found each other, they are soulmates and the light shines bright around them. When they read their vows to each other it was not just Sana who had a tear in her eyes. I felt like I’m watching a romantic movie…

A beautiful day filled with love I felt honoured to play a part in.

Sana and Hussain, you two beauties, I love your elopement photos and I hope you do too.

Escape into a Cornish tropical paradise with this small preview…

Venue: Tremenheere Sculptured Gardens // Date: 17.08.21 // Event Management: Petite Weddings // Flowers: TBC // Dress: London Bride (Oh yes it had pockets!) // Makeup: Sana

Elopement Photography Lower Barns Cornwall // Amy + Kyle

AMY & KYLE

ELOPEMENT LOWER BARNS CORNWALL

Amy and Kyle are another one of my couples who showed true commitment to get married. They eloped at Lower Barns in Cornwall just 1 day before the third lock down, that’s what I call good timing! A mini winter escape with their lovely little one and playful rescue dog. It was a privilege to photograph their elopement at Lower Barns. I always get excited to visit this beautiful venue and coastline.

I agreed to be one of their witnesses so I was allowed in the ceremony room to take better images. The room is very small and during Covid restriction times I wasn't allowed in there, I’m glad we found a way around it! After the ceremony we made the most out of the lovely grounds at Lower Barns and took a few photos there, even though we had a crying baby to deal with we managed to take some lovely shots. Sadly I couldn’t join them for their ‘getting ready’ images because of new COVID restrictions, but I’m pleased the weather played it’s part and we could head to the beach for some couple portraits even though it was freezing in that northerly wind…Here is a mini preview

“We got married in January, the day before the country went into national lockdown. It was an elopement wedding so just the two of us with our 3 month old baby and our dog.
We booked everything quite late notice and I was so happy to find Alexa had availability as I had stumbled upon her beautiful work.
Alexa was really quick to reply when chatting beforehand, really friendly and accommodating and so professional on the day. She even acted as a witness so she could come into the wedding room (it is too small to fit a photographer otherwise)
I hate having my picture taken usually and find it very uncomfortable but Alexa put us at ease and really knew what shots would work well and how to work with the light. We had photos at the venue and then at the beach. We have the photos back now and we love them so much! Perfectly captured the day in a natural way like we wanted. Also not an easy task with a crying baby and a barking dog!
100% would recommend Alexa and would use her again in the future.
Thank you Alexa xxx”

— Amy & Kyle

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 4.1.2021 // Makeup: DIY // Hair: DIY // Dress: ‘Georgette’ from Wed2B // Suit: Jenson' from Mark Darcy // Flowers: HBotanics on Etsy

I had an amazing time shooting this Elopement at Lower Barns in Cornwall. The eclectic interior and gardens of Lower Barns are the perfect setting for any Wedding Ceremony. If you’re planning on having a wedding or elopement at Lower Barns or anywhere in the UK, then please get in touch, I’d love to hear all about it and have the opportunity to be your wedding or elopement photographer.

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