A Fusion Wedding at Prestwold Hall Wedding Venue

I’m so excited to share this gorgeous Fusion Wedding at Prestwold Hall. It was such an honor to capture Jyoti and Joe’s incredible Hindu ceremony and the rest of their brilliant day. Every part of Prestwold Hall, from the stunning Library room to the beautiful gardens, was breathtaking. Jyoti and Joe, your wedding was a beautiful blend of tradition and style, and I hope you love these images as much as I loved capturing them.

Bride and groom walking as their guests throw confetti outside Peak District church.

Bride and groom spraying Prosecco at camera with vintage red car and peak district farm in the background.

Bridal prep at Prestwold Hall

I arrived at Prestwold Hall early and took a good wander around, and I was absolutely blown away by the beauty of this wedding venue.

I then headed up to bridal prep, where Jyoti was nearly ready to go—and she looked stunning! Her hair and makeup were done by Manisha, and she had opted for a gorgeous red lip. She wore the most incredible white lehenga, covered in intricate floral beading. Her second wedding outfit, a white satin dress, was from Angelica Bridal.

The Hindu Ceremony

The ceremony took place in Prestwold Hall’s beautiful Library room. It was an honor to photograph such a brilliant ceremony, filled with tradition and meaningful rituals. The ceremony began with Joe’s entrance, where he smashed a clay pot in a ritual known as the Pokwanu, symbolizing his ability to overcome life’s challenges. Following this was the Ganesh Puja, a prayer to Lord Ganesh to remove any obstacles and bless the couple’s journey together. The atmosphere was electric, with traditional music playing and incense burning.

After Joe’s arrival, the bride made her entrance, gracefully walking towards the mandap, where the main ceremony would take place. The mandap was beautifully decorated with flowers, creating a sacred space for the rituals to unfold.

The ceremony itself was a blend of tradition and emotion. One highlight was the Hasta Melap, where the couple’s hands were tied together with blessed thread and scarves—a tradition that reminded me of the Scottish handfasting ceremony I love so much. This was followed by the Mangal Phera, where the couple circled the sacred fire four times, each round representing an important aspect of life. The priest chanted prayers and blessings, guiding the couple through each step.

The ceremony concluded with the Aashirvaad, where the couple received blessings from their elders, marking the start of their new life together. Afterward, everyone headed outside for the drinks reception and a confetti throw.

bride at sunset in gorgeous lace wedding dress. Smiling to camera with tipi and the Peak District in the background.

groom crying while looking at his bride during their wedding, with Peak District in the background

Pictures at Prestwold Hall Wedding Venue

What can I say? I was absolutely spoiled for choice when it came to taking couple photos at this stunning venue. Everywhere I turned, there was another beautiful spot just waiting to be captured. Luckily for me, the couple had an outfit change from their traditional Hindu ceremony attire to Western wedding outfits, and they looked incredible in both—meaning two sets of couple photos!

Jyoti loved the Orangery, so we made sure to take a few photos in there. And, of course, we couldn’t miss the opportunity to capture the front of the Hall with all its grandeur, so we headed outside for a little wander. I also wanted to give the couple a moment to take in the stunning room where they would be having their meal, so we paused there for more pictures. Before wrapping up, we headed to the beautiful gardens to take family group shots.

The Wedding Reception

The reception room at Prestwold Hall is truly remarkable, with its huge crystal chandelier, massive windows, and ornate mirrors—it’s the perfect setting for a wedding breakfast. Jyoti and Joe opted for minimal decor, with elegant bud vases holding single white roses, adding a touch of understated beauty to the space.

What really stood out to me was the exceptional service provided by the team at Prestwold Hall. They couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating, ensuring the day ran smoothly and that everyone was well taken care of.

The couple had three speeches: one from the groom and two from the best men. Without naming names, one of the best men had everyone in tears of laughter. All three speeches were brilliant, setting the perfect tone for the evening. The couple then went straight into their first dance, with Aurora Eventz really bringing the party to life with their DJ set.

Huge shoutout to the couples brilliant videographers too, it was such a pleasure to work alongside Real Art Photos.

The biggest thank you to you both for asking me to be a part of such a brilliant day. Here are your previews!