Humanist Wedding Ceremony with Outdoor Speeches & Pronovias Dress

Photography by Aga Sokol

This beautiful humanist wedding wasn’t a big party it was a rather calm but elegant affair, with international guests travelling all over the world to enjoy the intimate outdoor ceremony in front of the historic castle doors. The bride and groom also conducted the speeches and cut the cake outside making full use of the gorgeous grounds at Butley Priory, and looked stunning to boot. Jenny's makeup is flawless and her minimalist Pronovias gown looks like it was made for her.

Outdoor humanist wedding at Butley Priory in Suffolk

Green and white wedding flowers in vases on piano

Brides wedding morning holding a bridal bouquet

Bride in Pronovias wedding dress with jewel cap sleeves

love back pronovnas wedding dress with embellished belt detail

Bride walking down the stairs in minimalist wedding dress

Outdoor humanist wedding unplugged ceremony sign

Bridal entrance at outdoor humanist wedding ceremony

Humanist wedding ceremony at Butley Priory in Suffolk

Wedding guests at outdoor humanist wedding ceremony

Bride and groom exchanging vows at outdoor humanist wedding ceremony

Groom in Beige wedding suit and bow tie reading his wedding vows

Bride in Pronovias wedding dress reading her vows at humanist wedding ceremony

Bride and groom kissing at Butley Priory humanist wedding ceremony

Bride in Pronovias wedding dress and groom in beige suit sipping champagne

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What Made Our Day Unique
Our wedding was a backwards wedding. With more guests attending the ceremony, and speeches and afternoon tea. And kept the evening to closer friends and family which happened later on in the evening. We had a very small wedding which meant it was easy going and we had lots of time to speak to every guest. It was just wonderful that every time you see someone’s face, they are one of the most special people in your life.
Jennevieve & Dary

Humanist Wedding

Natasha from Butley Priory was instrumental in ensuring Jenny and Darry's outdoor humanist wedding ran smoothly. But just in case any problems did arise, Jenny had prepared a list of important information that she shared with her mum and the best man so she would not have to be disturbed on her special day. Genius idea.

Inspiration & Styling
English Garden Party would be the vibe of the wedding. Very chilled, laid back, on a warm sunny summer’s day. Very little styling needed to happen as the venue was so beautiful. My cousin described the interior as very “white company”, which I hadn’t thought of. We did get some additional decor, but really the whole place was beautiful on its own, it didn’t really need it. I think the flowers really made the day. I went for an “I just happen to go out this morning to pick these” look for the flowers.
Jennevieve & Dary

Baby flower girl in white dress and headband

wedding guests playing bowls at Butley Priory humanist wedding

Wedding reception at Butley Priory with white chairs and green flowers

Father of the bride and groom talking at outdoor humanist wedding

Outdoor wedding speeches at Butley Priory Suffolk

Bride in fitted Pronovias wedding dress standing with her father

Bride and groom at elegant English country garden wedding

Groom and wedding guests laughing during the outdoor wedding speeches

Wedding singer at Butley Priory humanist wedding

Wedding singer at outdoor humanist wedding

Bride and groom cutting the wedding cake outdoors at Butley Priory

Bride hugging her bridesmaids in pale pink pleated dress

White guitar alternative wedding guest book

Elegant bride and groom at Butley Priory humanist wedding

Bride in Pronovias wedding dress and groom in beige waistcoat

Groom embracing his bride at Butley Priory humanist wedding

Natural bridal make up for bride from Hong Kong

Bridal party portrait with bride in Pronovias wedding dress and bridesmaids in pale pink dresses

Wedding guests feeding their baby at humanist wedding

Both Jenny and Darryl are musicians and despite the fact that they weren't performing themselves, music played a big part in their day. A little boy played a grand piano during preparations and there were performances by their students (which you can see at the end of the wedding film). If you're unsure how to entertain your guests on your wedding day allow Charlotte and Becky to guide you during our Wedding Entertainment Podcast.