Two Day Village Hall Wedding with DIY Decor

Photography by The Georges

Day one was an intimate affair at Fort Henry with only immediate family and friends, plus the couples adorable dog Alfie, and day two was party day in a local village hall, prepped and preened by family and friends with lots of DIY decor and details. The afternoon kicked off with Gin cocktails, craft beers, fish and chips and ice cream cones, and culminated with a ceilidh band. Capturing all the laid back vibes and fun were photographer friends The George's.

Wedding Morning Bridal Preparations with Bride in Tea Length Wedding Dress

Black Bride in Polka Dot Tea Length Wedding Dress and Groom in Wool Suit

Black Bride and Father of the Bride Approaching the Bridesmaids First Look

Wedding Ceremony Bridal Entrance in Tea Length Wedding Dress

Wedding Ceremony with Bride in Polka Dot Tea Length Wedding Dress and Groom in Grey Check Suit

Wedding Ceremony with Emotional Bride in Polka Dot Tulle Short Wedding Dress

Wedding Ceremony with Bride in Polka Dot Tulle Short Wedding Dress Exchanging Rings

Bride and Groom Kissing at Wedding Ceremony

Bride in Polka Dot Tulle Short Wedding Dress and Groom in Grey Check Suit Walking up the Aisle Just Married

Bride in Polka Dot Wedding Dress with Curly Hair Greeting Wedding Guests

Bridesmaid Hugging the Groom in Grey Check Suit

Father of the Groom in Grey Check Suit and Orange Bow Tie Congratulating the Bride

Bride in Polka Dot Tea Length Wedding Dress and Groom in Grey Check Suit with their Pet Dog

Groom in Grey Check Suit Hugging His Pet Dog

Bride in Polka Dot Tea Length Wedding Dress and Groom in Grey Check Suit Walking their Pet Dog

Groom in Grey Check Suit Embracing His Bride Holding a Wildflower Wedding Bouquet

Groom Embracing His Bride in a V Back wedding Dress

Groom in Grey Check Suit Embracing His Bride in a Tulle Tea Length Wedding Dress

Wedding Guests Laughing During the Drinks Reception

What Made Our Day Unique
A wedding weekend! We both wanted an intimate wedding ceremony and we fell in love with a secluded fort which we discovered on a dog walk in the County where we live, Rutland. As such, we had a small ceremony on Friday with our close family and friends, concluding the evening with an exquisite meal at a nearby gastropub. The next day, hand in hand, we repeated our wedding vows in front of a packed church of friends; we then walked to the village hall next door, enjoyed drinks on the lawn in the sunshine, and partied into the night.
Shaza & Simon

Village Hall Wedding

Firstly Shaza & Simon are absolutely amazing, completely marching to the beat of their own drum and pros at having their day, their way. Or should I say, two days their way, because when you can have double the celebration, why wouldn't you? Their second celebration took place in the local village hall where they asked a local fish and chip van to supply the food, mum to make the naked wedding cake, plus a budding florist friend to arrange the wildflower centrepieces. There was also a lot of input from Groom Simon. His connections in the drink and hospitality business gave them the courage to organise things themselves, even building the bar in the village hall and cutting and sanding old Two Bird’s spirit bottles to make flower vases. It's an amazing DIY effort all round and looks wonderful.

Inspiration & Styling
Simon’s connections in the drink and hospitality business made it an easy decision to organise the wedding ourselves, from helping to build the bar in the village hall, to cutting and sanding old Two Bird’s spirit bottles to make flower vases. Our invitations and large poster at the back of the hall were designed by Simon’s friend who is also part of the Two Bird’s family. The design was based on the Glastonbury Festival logo; we went to the festival soon after we got engaged and we are excited to be going again in a few weeks!
Shaza & Simon

Groomsmen in Wool Suits and Tartan Kilts

Church Wedding Ceremony with Bride in Tea Length Wedding Dress and Groom in Wool Suit Walking Up the Aisle

Emotional Bride During Church Wedding Ceremony Service

Bride in Polka Dot Tulle Wedding Dress and Groom in Grey Wool Suit Walking Through the Church Courtyard

TwoBirds Individual Cocktail Bottles with Paper Straws

Wedding Guests Enjoying the Outdoor Drinks Reception

Groom in Grey Check Suit Delivering His Wedding Speech with Top Table Back drop Poster

Wedding Guests Laughing During Wedding Speeches

Bride in Tea Length Wedding Dress Delivering a Wedding Speech with Poster Backdrop

Groom Embracing His Bride in a Polka Dot and Lace Tulle Wedding Dress

Groom in Floral Shirt and Bow Tie Embracing His Bride with Curly Hair

Golden Hour Portrait of Bride in Tea Length Wedding Dres and Groom in Waistcoat

Groom in Wool Suit, Floral Shirt and Bow Tie Kissing His Brides Head During the First Dance

Bride and Bridesmaid Enjoying the Ceilidh Dance

One of the elements that really stands out at this DIY village hall wedding is the epic large poster framing the top table. It was designed by Simon’s friend (who is also part of the Two Bird’s family) and is based on the Glastonbury Festival logo which holds special meaning to the couple. There are lots of fun ways you can add your personality to your wedding and ensure you are doing things for you. Listen to our DIY Wedding Ideas and Self Worth podcasts to find out.