The Bay Tree Hotel Burford Wedding Photography – Cotswolds

25/11/2021
The Bay Tree Hotel, Burford
Relaxed, documentary wedding photography at The Bay Tree Hotel in Burford, a beautiful Cotswold wedding venue - few could resist the rustic charm of this 16th century residence, perfect for a small intimate wedding.

The Bay Tree Hotel Wedding Photography – Burford, Cotswolds

Tucked away in the heart of Burford, The Bay Tree Hotel is one of those Cotswold wedding venues that immediately feels welcoming. A 16th-century townhouse full of character, it’s perfect for couples planning a smaller, more intimate Cotswold wedding . Sophie & Alec’s wedding at The Bay Tree Hotel was exactly that — warm and personal.


A Cotswold Wedding Worth Waiting For

Like many couples planning weddings around 2020, Sophie & Alec had to postpone their day — not once, but twice. Despite the frustration and uncertainty, they never lost sight of what mattered most: celebrating with their closest family and friends.

Life didn’t stand still during the wait either. With big changes along the way (including welcoming a new baby), by the time their wedding day finally arrived, there was even more reason to celebrate.

Some days really are worth waiting for.

Getting Ready Together at The Bay Tree

I arrived at The Bay Tree Hotel in Burford to find Sophie & Alec getting ready together — a choice that immediately set the tone for the day. Calm, connected and completely at ease, it removed any sense of nerves and replaced it with quiet excitement.

The hotel’s cosy rooms and soft natural light made it ideal for unobtrusive, documentary wedding photography, allowing moments to unfold naturally.

Congratulations Sophie & Alec — your patience was rewarded with a truly lovely Cotswold wedding. 🥂

Why The Bay Tree Works So Well for Cotswold Weddings

As a Cotswold wedding photographer, The Bay Tree Hotel is a venue I always enjoy photographing:

  • A historic building full of texture and warmth

  • Central Burford location with classic Cotswold streets nearby

  • Ideal scale for small, intimate weddings

  • A relaxed flow that suits candid, documentary photography

The Bay Tree Hotel Wedding Photography – FAQs

Where is The Bay Tree Hotel located?
The Bay Tree Hotel is located in Burford, Oxfordshire, in the heart of the Cotswolds.

Is The Bay Tree suitable for small weddings?
Yes. The Bay Tree Hotel is ideal for intimate weddings with close family and friends.

What photography style works best at The Bay Tree Hotel?
Candid, documentary wedding photography works beautifully in this relaxed, character-filled setting.

A Final Word

If you’d like to see more weddings I’ve photographed in Burford or across the Cotswolds, feel free to explore the Portfolio. And if you’re planning a wedding at The Bay Tree Hotel and are looking for relaxed, documentary wedding photography, I’d love to hear from you via the contact form.

Thanks Sophie & Alec for letting me photograph your special day.

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