Capturing your Wilde Lodge Wedding

So you’re thinking of getting married in the Welsh Hills? Find out everything you need to know about making the most of this untamed landscape…

WILDE LODGE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Because what could be more poetic than getting married in the land of Dylan Thomas?

Wilde Lodge

For the Wild at heart

Wilde Lodge isn’t just a venue; it’s a vibe. Tucked into the Shropshire and Powys border, it offers a level of freedom you won’t find most wedding venues. Weddings here are unharried and untamed.

If you’re looking for a photography plan that’s as laid-back as your guest list. Here is how I capture the magic of the your day without turning your celebration into a photoshoot:

01. Embracing the Landscape

Wilde Lodge provides a cinematic scale that is hard to beat. My approach is to use that scenery as a backdrop to your real moments. We don’t need hours of posing; we just need ten minutes in the right light to create something editorial and timeless.

02.The Prep Work

The key to an effortless wedding is all in the preparation. As the wedding approaches we’ll have a deep dive into your plans, your people, and your priorities. I gather all the logistical info I need upfront, meaning that by the time you arrive at Wilde Lodge, the “work” is done. You get to stop being a wedding planner and start being a guest at your own party, confident that I know exactly what matters most to you.

03. The Freedom to be Present

Most importantly, a wedding here is about the fun. My documentary style means I’m always looking for the unscripted energy—the laughs on the lawn and the chaos on the dance floor—you can focus on enjoying your day while I focus on capturing it all.

Documentary photography portrait of a Wilde Lodge wedding in the Welsh Hills

Documentary photography of a Wilde Lodge wedding in the Welsh Hills

THE STORY OF YOUR DAY, UNTAMED

At the end of the day, Wilde Lodge is about more than just a beautiful backdrop—it’s about the feeling of being totally, unapologetically yourselves in a place that feels like yours alone. You deserve a gallery that captures that same energy: the stylish, the messy, the quiet, and the loud. By focusing on your connection and the landscape’s natural beauty, I’ll ensure you walk away with images that don’t just show how your wedding looked, but exactly how it felt to live it. No performance, no clichés—just your story, captured in the heart of the hills.

YOU WANT THE WHOLE STORY?

Reasons to have your wedding at Wilde Lodge

All the reasons…

It’s yours for the whole weekend.

Having the venue from Friday to Monday transforms the wedding vibe. I love arriving on the morning of a wedding weekender to find everyone milling around. Everything feels calmer and no one feels like they are on a wedding conveyer belt.

Everyone can stay over…or not

There’s room for 14 people in the main house (6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms) and you can hire an entire Glastonbury style Bell Tent village for everyone else.

Epic scenery without the effort

You don’t have to hike (or drive) for miles to get incredible portraits. The Teme Valley views are right on your doorstep. We can slip away for 15 minutes at sunset and get some stunning portraits, and you’ll be back with a fresh drink in your hand before your guests even notice you’ve gone.

It’s dog friendly

Post confetti kiss at a Wilde Lodge wedding on the Shropshire border

It’s yours to do with as you please

As a dry hire venue you can choose EXACTLY how you want your day. You can do what works best for you not the in house wedding planners. If you want someone with plenty of experience to manage things on the day you can hire the lovely Jess to help you craft you perfect day.

The

Long Barn

Exposed timber frame, white washed walls plenty of light and a few persian rugs.. what more could you want from a ceremony space?

You can fit up to 90 guests in here. For anymore you may want to consider…

The

Open Barn

The weather proof outdoor ceremony space. Yes it’s rustic but that’s part of the charm. A stress free outdoor ceremony space for up to 120 guests.

How much does it cost to get married at wilde lodge?

Weekend wedding hire (Three days and two nights) From Friday at 10am until Monday at 10am is £7,500 for 2026, £8650 for 2027 & £8,950 for 2028.

Midweek wedding hire starts from £4,200.

Got some questions?

This is totally up to you. I charge £250 per hour so you can decide exactly how many hours of coverage you would like.

Most of my couples feel this way! Because Wilde Lodge is so private, you won’t have any onlookers. We’ll just take a short, quiet wander—usually down toward the river or into the fields—and I’ll give you simple direction so you aren’t left wondering what to do with your hands. It’s more of a stroll than a “shoot,” and we’ll have you back to the party in 15 minutes.

I know Wilde Lodge well, but I also treat every wedding as a fresh story. While I have my favorite spots for capturing the landscape in the Teme Valley, I’m always looking to capture the light and feel of your day.

You’re spoilt for choice. For indoor ceremonies, the Oak-beamed Long Barn is iconic—its whitewashed stone walls and trailing ivy create a stylish, rustic backdrop for up to 90 guests. If you want an outdoor ceremony, the Motte & Bailey Mound or the Front Lawn offer breathtaking views of the Teme Valley. As your photographer, I love the Open Barn for that outdoor feel with total protection from the wild Welsh weather.

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Got more questions? Let’s chat!

“Charlotte was the most incredible photographer we could have wished for on our special day…
From the first interaction we felt very comfortable and confident that she completely understood what we wanted.

On the day she made both of us feel relaxed, supported and made everything seamless for us.

I cannot recommend using Indie Love highly enough, fantastic from start to finish.

Thank you Charlotte!”
ALEX & MATTHEW
Wilde Lodge

“We hired Charlotte for our wedding photography and she was just fabulous…
Not only are the pictures amazing, but all the guests we have spoken to have said how lovely she was during the day.

Charlotte has an awesome style and made myself and my husband feel so at ease during the entire day – neither of us are very keen on pictures but even during the ‘formal’ photos we felt so relaxed!

A huge thank you to Charlotte for our stunning photos – we are absolutely thrilled with them and can’t believe how lovely they all are! I can’t stop looking at them!

Thank you so much again, we are so grateful”
Katy & Kyle
Wilde Lodge