Enchanting Chateau Lagorce Wedding

From the moment we saw this Chateau Lagorce wedding captured by Recommended photographer, Pattie Fellowes, we were transported into a fairytale. Real bride Beth is the perfect princess in a Stella York bridal gown, and her groom Ryan is equally dashing in a tuxedo. The gardens and grounds provided the most romantic backdrops for the outdoor ceremony and reception complete with blush pink and white flowers, and a canopy of festoon lights. Plus, the venue allowed the couple to supply their own alcohol and party until 5 am! *Sigh... if only we were invited!

Outdoor destination wedding at Chateau Lagorce with pink and white flowers and fairy lights.

The fact our wedding actually happened made it unique! This was third time lucky, following a change of venue and date, then there was the amber plus blip! However, everything happens for a reason, and it was all a blessing in disguise. It was the perfect intimate gathering, with all our guests able to stay at the Chateau Lagorce itself. We wanted to give our guests an experience to remember. To bring everyone we love together for a 3- day party! We felt part of something so special, with everyone who had made it out to France having gone through so much to be there.

Beth & Ryan

Bridal party portrait on the steps of Chateau Lagorce with bridesmaids in grey dresses and the bride in an A-line Stella York wedding dress

Groom in a tuxedo with his best man and best woman at Chateau Lagorce destination wedding

Charlotte Mills wedding shoes with something old, something new, something borrowed, something new inscription on the sole

Outdoor wedding ceremony at Chateau Lagorce with white and pink wedding flowers

Structured Stella York wedding dress with low back and button details

Black and white portrait of the bride and groom exchanging vows at their outdoor wedding with the bride in a low back wedding dress

Bride in a Stella York wedding dress and groom in a tuxedo walking up the pink and white flower lined aisle at Chateau Lagorce

Outdoor wedding ceremony with pink and white floral arch at Chateau Lagorce with groom in a black tuxedo putting a ring on his brides finger

Groom and best woman on the morning of the wedding

Bridesmaid in a grey fitted dress helping the bride in a Stella York A-line gown do up her wedding dress

Flower girl in a white dress with white and pink flower crown standing next to the bridesmaid in a light grey dress

Bride in a Stella York wedding dress looking back at her bridesmaids during the wedding ceremony in light grey dresses with pink and white bouquets

Wedding morning bridal party preparations with bridesmaids in pink satin shorts and top, and bride in a white getting ready robe

Bride on the wedding morning having her hair down into a pinned bridal up do

Bride and groom walking up the steps of Chateau Lagorce from their outdoor wedding ceremony in the gardens

Bride and groom confetti photo on the steps at Chateau Lagorce with bride in a Stella York wedding dress and groom in a black suit

Groom in a black suit and bow tie looking out the window

Intimate outdoor wedding ceremony at Chateau Lagorce with wooden chairs and white and pink floral arch

Bride and bridesmaid wedding hairstyles with wavy half up half down styles and pinned up dos

Groom in a tuxedo waiting at the altar for his bride in a Stella York wedding dress and cathedral length veil

Father of the bride in a black tuxedo and his daughter in a Stella York wedding dress walking down the steps of Chateau Lagorce wedding venue

Groom in a black tuxedo kissing his bride in a Stella York wedding dress during the outdoor wedding ceremony with white and pink floral arch

Beautiful bride in a Stella York wedding dress with straps on the wedding morning with tousled pinned up wedding hair

dusky pink roses for destination wedding

Boho Wedding

I'd say it felt both epic and intimate. We wanted a boho, relaxed vibe in gorgeous contrast to the grand setting and black-tie dress code. We asked for the bouquets and table set up to feel natural and wild, with a focus on foliage. I think this was reflected in the atmosphere - guests were in awe of the stunning location, but it felt so personal and intimate with the smaller numbers and outpouring of emotion (there were A LOT of happy tears!)

Moments

The speeches were epic, the fireworks magical, the dancing pure joy, and the ceremony perfect. Our friend Alex did such an amazing job as celebrant; charming, funny and sensitive all at once, and the readings were beautiful. I'd never seen my little brother so emotional. We'd written our own vows and struggled to get through them with the emotion, but everything felt so personal and true to us. We even managed to squeeze not one, but two references to pasta!

Brides speech at outdoor wedding reception at Chateau Lagorce

Bride and groom portrait in front of the gates at Chateau Lagorce with groom in a tuxedo and bride a Stella York wedding dress

Breadstick, hummus and crudités wedding food

Fireworks at Chateau Lagorce destination wedding

baked camembert cheese wedding breakfast started

Outdoor wedding reception at Chateau Lagorce with banquet table and festoon lights

Foliage wedding table runners and limoncello wedding favours table decoration

Golden hour bride and groom portrait with groom in a bow tie kissing his bride on the head

Outdoor first dance at Chateau Lagorce with festoon lights

Romantic black and white portrait of the bride and groom kissing on the dance floor

Naked wedding cake with fresh rose wedding decor

Intimate golden hour bride and groom portrait with bride in a Stella York wedding dress with cathedral length veil and groom in a tuxedo

Bride in a princess wedding dress and cathedral length veil embracing her groom in a tuxedo during golden hour

Brides speech during destination wedding reception in France

Wooden wedding welcome sign with white calligraphy

Romantic golden hour portrait in a vineyard at Chateau Lagorce with bride in a princess wedding dress

Groom in a tuxedo and bow tie giving a speech at the outdoor wedding reception

Wedding photography of the bride and groom holding hands during golden hour walking through a vineyard

Bride and groom cutting the naked wedding cake and pouring drink into the champagne tower

French destination wedding place setting with menu card and limoncello wedding favour

Greenery and pink rose wedding table runner floral decoration

Bride and groom cutting their naked sponge wedding cake at their French destination wedding

wedding entertainment at Chateau Lagorce French destination wedding

Beth and Ryan supplied their own booze and partied until 5 am!

During the pandemic, we learnt what really matters. Things may not go exactly as first planned, but the most important part of a wedding is expressing your love for one another, and sharing this love with your nearest and dearest. I know it sounds cheesy but it's true!

Beth & Ryan

Isn't Beth & Ryan's Chateau Lagorce wedding simply breathtaking?! We can't wait to see more destination weddings gracing our pages. If you're planning a destination wedding, listen to our podcast and read our article How To Have A Destination Wedding for lots of tips and advice for planning a wedding abroad.