Cripps Barn Wedding Photography
Set deep in the Cotswolds countryside near Cirencester, Cripps Barn is one of the most iconic barn wedding venues in Gloucestershire. Built from honey-coloured Cotswold stone and designed with warmth and simplicity in mind, it offers a setting that feels timeless, welcoming and effortlessly relaxed.
As the original Cripps & Co venue, Cripps Barn has a distinctive atmosphere that prioritises people, flow and experience. It’s a place where weddings feel genuine rather than staged — making it a brilliant venue for candid, documentary wedding photography.
A Relaxed, Documentary Wedding at Cripps Barn
While photography is obviously important, it’s only one part of your whole wedding day. What really matters is celebrating your commitment and bringing two families together. You may have guests travelling from all over to be there, and you should have the time and space to actually enjoy them.
My approach at Cripps Barn is always documentary-led. I capture the fun, emotion and atmosphere as it unfolds, working quietly with a fly-on-the-wall presence. I won’t pull you away for hours of posed photos or make you miss time with your guests. Your wedding day isn’t a photoshoot — it’s a celebration. And the most meaningful photographs are always the natural ones don’t you think?
A Collection of Real Cripps Barn Weddings
This blog isn’t about one single wedding, but a collection of moments from Cripps Barn weddings across different seasons. Each celebration feels unique, shaped by the people and the energy they bring.
Group Photos Without Stopping the Day
Of course, I’m always happy to photograph family and friend group shots — they’re important too. I simply recommend keeping them relaxed and limited. Around 8–10 group photos is usually ideal and means they don’t interrupt the flow of the day or pull you away from your guests for too long.
At a venue like Cripps Barn keeping things moving helps maintain the fun, laid-back atmosphere that makes it so popular.
Cripps Barn Wedding Photographer
If you’re planning a wedding at Cripps Barn in the Cotswolds and are looking for relaxed, documentary wedding photography that captures real moments, genuine emotion and the true story of your day, I’d love to hear from you
