Harriet & Oakley’s Prestwold Hall Wedding – Dogs, a Horse & Happy Tears


Harriet & Oakley’s wedding at Prestwold Hall in May was everything a wedding should be—elegant, emotional, and full of personality. Set against the grand backdrop of one of Leicestershire’s most impressive venues, their day was a blend of heartfelt moments, joyful energy, and unforgettable guests (both human and four-legged!).


This time, it was the groom who couldn’t hold back the tears—a truly moving ceremony that had everyone feeling the love. As someone who’s been lucky enough to photograph so many beautiful weddings, those genuine, emotional moments still hit me every time. But the real stars of the day? A horse and two very well-dressed dogs, of course! As an animal lover, it was a dream to capture them being part of the celebration—they brought a little extra magic (and quite a few tail wags) to the day.


Prestwold Hall, with its sweeping drive, landscaped gardens, and stately rooms, provided the perfect canvas for Harriet & Oakley’s day. It’s a venue that balances grandeur with intimacy, and it suits this couple perfectly. Harriet & Oakley, thank you for letting me capture the laughter, the love, and the animals! It was an honour to be part of such a special day.

Grand historical mansion of Prestwold Hall with columned portico entrance and gravel driveway surrounded by manicured gardens.
Elegant stone mansion of Prestwold Hall with manicured topiary garden maze and symmetrical landscaping in traditional English style.
Vintage ceremony aroomt Prestwold Hall with wooden floors, chiavari chairs, and built-in bookshelves arranged for an intimate event space.
A client consultation session at a beauty salon with makeup brushes and tools on the table.
Wedding dress hanging in window light between dark curtains with antique mirror and vanity visible.
Two people in robes share a tender moment while looking at a white floral bouquet in a dimly lit room.
Two people in formal attire share a moment together at an elegant venue with arched windows and greenery.
Four men in dark suits and dress shoes chat casually under stone archway columns.
Prestwold Hall elegant stone manor house with classic Georgian architecture and a silver sports car parked outside the entrance.
Groomsman in matching navy suits poses together on grand columned porch of historic building of Prestwold Hall.
A glowing bride in a white lace gown shares a joyful moment with bridesmaids in blue dresses during wedding preparations.
A bride in an elegant white wedding gown stands silhouetted against a window in a softly lit vintage bedroom.
People in pale blue bridesmaid dresses gather in an elegant room with white doors and a chandelier during wedding preparations.
Elegant bride in white wedding dress poses on grand staircase at Prestwold Hall next to vintage portrait in historic mansion interior.
Guest speaker delivers a presentation to an attentive audience in a room with blue-green walls and wall sconces.
Wedding guests gather in a vintage-style room with turquoise walls as the ceremony unfolds at the front of the space.
Traditional wedding ceremony at Prestwold Hall takes place in ornate room with bookshelf-lined walls and glowing wall sconces.
A black and white photo capturing a tender moment between newlyweds during a wedding ceremony with guests looking on.
A romantic wedding moment with the couple sharing a tender kiss in front of ornate wall sconces and decor.
Indoor wedding ceremony with guests seated in white chairs inside an elegant green-walled room with vintage decor.
Wedding couple shares an intimate moment while sitting at an antique wooden table against a turquoise wall with marble fireplace.
Wedding guests stand along the aisle in an elegant teal-walled room with ornate molding as a couple makes their entrance.
A wedding ceremony celebration at an indoor venue with guests lining the aisle as the bride walks through in a white gown.
Wedding guests line up outside a grand historic building of Prestwold Hall as a couple exits through ornate entrance doors.
Wedding guests throw confetti on newlyweds during outdoor celebration while crowd watches along pathway.
A newlywed couple runs joyfully through a crowd of guests throwing confetti at a grand venue entrance.
A couple sharing a tender moment in wedding attire outside a grand historic building with guests in the background.
A brown and white paint horse stands with wedding attendees on a manicured lawn during an outdoor ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire stands on a lawn with a brown and white horse during their outdoor wedding photoshoot.
A beautiful brown and white paint horse poses with someone in a flowing white wedding dress against a natural backdrop.
A brown and white paint horse stands on grass next to someone wearing a white wedding dress holding a floral bouquet.
A beautiful paint horse stands next to someone in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet in an outdoor setting.
A couple in formal wedding attire walks with their horses and dogs on a lush green lawn against an evergreen backdrop.
A couple walks with their two dogs on a gravel path in a manicured garden setting during their wedding celebration.
A black dog playfully interacts with a bride and groom on their wedding day in front of an elegant building of Prestwold Hall.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a manicured lawn with their two dogs beside them outside a grand estate building.
Elegant dining room at Prestwold Hall with crystal chandeliers, ornate mirrors, and white chiavari chairs set for a formal reception.
Someone takes a photo on their phone of a couple in wedding attire posing together with drinks at an elegant venue.
Wedding guests enjoying drinks and laughter together in a beautiful garden setting with green lawn and hedges in background.
A wedding ceremony in an elegant room with ornate gold-framed mirrors and guests seated in formal attire.
Guests seated at dining tables in an ornate historic room with crystal chandeliers and gilded mirrors.
A couple strolls along a curving garden path surrounded by lush green trees and manicured hedges.
Two people share a romantic moment among blooming flowers in a formal garden with manicured hedges and pathways.
A couple stands in the manicured gardens of an elegant English manor house with stone walls and ornate hedges.
A couple cuts into their elegant multi-tiered wedding cake at an indoor reception decorated with ornate mirrors.
A couple shares an intimate moment during their wedding reception with guests in the background at a venue.
Candid moment captured at a wedding celebration with guests sharing laughter in an indoor venue.
A live band performs at an elegant event, with musicians in formal attire playing instruments and singing into microphones.
Two well-dressed friends in suits share drinks and smiles during an outdoor celebration at a stone building.
Wedding guests in floral and pastel dresses laugh and celebrate with drinks at an outdoor reception.
Joyful couple at outdoor wedding celebration strikes enthusiastic pose while dancing among guests.