Summer Lovin’

at Deer Park Country House

Timeless, documentary photography in Devon

Deer Park Country House Wedding Photographer | July Wedding Photography in Devon

When Chris and Lani contacted me through my website to inquire about photography, I nearly turned down the job due to the distance to the venue. However, after speaking to them, hearing their plans for the day and researching the venue, I'm glad I didn't!

They had a videographer booked (Zach Chase Media) and mentioned they wanted a second shooter, I put out an ad and found Charli Sams, cut this incredibly long story short, but the 3 of us delivered an incredible day!

We arrived about 10 and I headed down to the lads who were just getting ready for some Clay Shooting and Charli spent the morning with the brides. We checked in with each other. After I had a little go at the shooting once the groomsmen had finished, we moved on to sharing a bottle of rum! Fantastic experience with Devon Clay Shooting!

Following that, time was ticking along, and it was nearly time to rock and roll. The boys got dressed, Chris handed out some gifts and the girls were just getting the finishing touches done before putting on their dresses. There was no first look; Lani's mum was very emotional seeing her daughter about to be married and even more so once Lani's dad and brother saw her in her dress for the first time. This made for some incredible photos. 

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A white wedding gown hanging on a white hanger on a door in a room with blue walls, with the fabric pooling on the floor at Deer Park Country House
A woman sitting on a chair in a room, receiving a hairstyle from another woman who is standing and working on her hair. The room has plants and various hair styling products on a nearby table.
Group of seven young men standing outdoors on a grassy field with trees and blue sky in background. They are smiling and dressed casually before the grooms wedding at Deer Park Country House, some wearing sunglasses.
Two men, one young with red hair and one older, are smiling and standing in bridal room at Deer Park Country House and wall-mounted lamps. The older man is wearing a yellow jacket. The room appears to be a hospital room or a formal setting.
A woman wearing a white dress with lace sleeves holding a glass of white wine.
Wedding welcome sign with names and date, decorated in an elegant style at Deer Park Country House
Deer Park Country House wedding photographer captures father of bride smiling as he hugs a woman. The woman, with blonde curly hair and wearing a yellow blazer and a blue headband with a black netted veil, embraces the man.
A smiling bride with blonde hair, wearing a white off-shoulder dress with puffed sleeves and a pearl necklace, sitting in a room with a dark wooden cabinet and a blue wall in the background.
A person holding a bouquet of white roses and green foliage, wearing a white dress and pearl bracelet, with a mask partially visible near their shoulder.

  • Mike Greenhill was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He was professional, friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled properly. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and his communication throughout was excellent. He made the whole experience incredibly easy and gave us complete confidence that everything was in good hands. It’s rare to come across someone who combines such a high level of professionalism with a genuinely personable approach. I honestly couldn’t recommend Mike highly enough and would have no hesitation in using him again. An absolute credit to the business.

    Chris and Lani

We then headed downstairs and it was the bridesmaids' turn. The beauty with Deer Park Country House is that there are endless possibilities to capture all the quirky images. Little snug rooms, grand staircases, multiple outbuildings, and extensive gardens. We had great weather, so we were really spoilt. The bridesmaids balled with tears and we grabbed all the photos we needed. Let's go! Wedding time. 

A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet with white flowers and greenery, smiling, standing next to a groom in a black tuxedo with a boutonnière, holding hands, outdoors with guests in the background under a pavilion.
Close-up of a woman's upper body wearing a white dress and face mask, with her hands clasped in front, during a Deer Park Country House Wedding in Honinton, Devon.
A newlywed couple walking down the aisle after the wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests and falling flower petals at Deer Park Country House.
A group of six bridesmaids look at the bride for the first time, smiling and looking towards an unseen person.

I headed up the ceremony space to meet Chris, the boys and all the guests as Tim Watson Sax belted out some Sax bangers!

The outdoor ceremony at Deer Park Country House took place in the bright sun, ensuring all the guests made use of the fans that were handed out. It was a beautiful ceremony and Chris and Lani looked a million dollars.

A groom and bride walking hand in hand outdoors at Deer Park Country House, with the groom in a black tuxedo and the bride in a white wedding gown, near a large white house with multiple windows and greenery.
A bride and groom at a wedding ceremony, with the bride sitting and the groom standing, both smiling at each other indoors.
Stack of wedding tattoos featuring cartoon images of a man and woman holding hands, with the words 'The Hills' on a pink ribbon.

Following this were the drinks reception, group photos and more drinks. Lani supplied me the list of groups a few weeks ago, she kept it at around 10, as per my suggestion, to ensure she didn't miss all the mingling so we flew through them before some couple portraits. Like I said, Deer Park Country House really spoils us photographers with backdrops and locations. We spent time lapping the building and the grounds, ensuring that we had the couple back for the wedding breakfast entrance to keep up with the coordinator at Deer Park Country House so everything flowed smoothly. 

Upside-down view of a couple standing on a balcony, looking at each other, with greenery and flowers, framed by an ornate white railing and ceiling at stunning Deer Park Country House
Elegant outdoor wedding reception at Deer Park Country House under lush green trees with round tables covered in white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and gold chairs, set in a garden.
Outdoor wedding reception at Deer Park Country House with Italian style table set under trees with white tablecloth, empty glassware, a sign that says 'Mr & Mrs Hill', and a black brick wall in the background.
Multiple wedding tattoos depicting a bride and groom holding hands, with the groom dressed in a blue suit and the bride in a white dress, with a banner that reads 'The Hillis' on each sticker, placed on a dark surface.
A bride being carried by five groomsan in tuxedos outdoors surrounded by trees at a wedding celebration.
A green plate with a white folded napkin, a fork, a spoon, and a gold-accented heart-shaped name tag that reads "Julia" and includes the date "20.07.2026." Shadowy light creates dappled patterns on the table surface at Deer Park Country House

Now, what can I say about the Deer Park Country House wedding breakfast space? It was honestly like being in Italy. Low hangin trees, impeccable garden, bistro style seating. The speeches were delivered incredibly and were very emotional and all the guests relaxed with some fantastic food.

Once the food was finished, the guests made their way back to the main house whilst I took a short moment to grab some more couple portraits in the walled garden at Deer Park Country House. Again, another incredible location at this stunning venue. This has to be one of the best venues in Devon, and I was incredibly proud to be the photographer for this wedding. Chris and Lani took a gentle stroll through the walled garden, knowing my relaxed candid style of photography was ideal for them. They took it all in and even found a peach tree. Chris elevated Lani to pluck one from the top and that for me, was a stop-in-time moment to realise what an incredible wedding this was.

A newlywed couple smiling and embracing outside a greenhouse or garden structure, with trees and plants around them, during daylight at t he Walled Garden at Deer Park Country House
A couple is dancing closely together in a greenhouse surrounded by lush green plants and hanging peaches. The groom is lifting the bride, and they are leaning in for a kiss, sharing an intimate moment.
A groom in a tuxedo carrying a bride in a wedding dress outside in front of a cream-colored building with green ivy and white window shutters.
A bride and groom stand inside a greenhouse surrounded by flowering plants, with the greenhouse structure visible above them.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking through a garden during their wedding, smiling and looking at each other.

Back to the main house we went, it was party time. Chris and Lani cut the cake, had a superb rehearsed first dance, and all the guests joined in. That is how I shot one of my favourite 2026 weddings at Deer Park Country House in Devon.

People celebrating at an outdoor wedding reception with guests standing, holding cloth napkins, under a tree with string lights.
A bride and groom are cutting a wedding cake together at their wedding reception indoors by large windows with greenery outside. The bride is wearing a white gown with off-the-shoulder sleeves, and the groom is in a black tuxedo with a bow tie. There is a three-tiered white cake on a wooden slab.
A couple is dancing closely together, smiling, in a bright indoor space with large arched windows and lush greenery outside.

Deer Park Country House Wedding Photography

If you’re planning your wedding in Devon and have chosen Deer Park Country House and looking for a photographer who knows the venue inside and out, I’d love to hear from you - or perhaps another venue in Devon, still, let me know. From relaxed prep to elegant ceremonies and unforgettable evening parties, Deer Park Country House Hotel has everything you could want for a dream, once-in-a-lifetime wedding.

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A bride and groom in wedding attire sharing a moment in a greenhouse surrounded by flowering plants.
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