Kate has got to be one of our prettiest and most photogenic brides of 2015....
Whilst Netherstowe House has attractive gardens, a combination of sunshine and thundery showers left the ground outside too wet for photos, so we had to use one of their landings for a few more formal pictures.
In spite of this, I could see the attraction of the venue, because at the back of the Registry Office is a huge park with open gardens, fountains, lawns and ponds. We had explored all of this with Kate and Adam (and their dog) beforehand, with a view to where we could take photos.
What we absolutely did not want was a torrential downpour of rain just as the guests - and most importantly Kate - arrived! Matters were not helped by the nearest parking being about a quarter of a mile away.
As if that was not enough, the previous wedding was running late, and had not finished when Kate arrived, which meant everyone had to wait awhile outside on the pavement.....
However, this did not dampen anyone's spirits, and the wedding proceeded nicely through to its conclusion.
By the time we emerged, the sun was out again, and it remained a beautiful for the rest of the day. However, the ground was so wet, Kate and Adam decided against photos in the park, so we made do with a few casual pictures before heading for the reception.
The reception was at a close friend's small-holding out by Tamworth, where a marquee had been erected in the gardens to host the event.
The cake was like nothing I had ever seen before - a wonderful confectionery with a woodland theme.
Afterwards, as the evening stayed warm and sunny, everyone remained outside and in good humour, and a great holiday atmosphere prevailed.
For any potential future brides looking at this blog, putting the Bridesmaid on the home-made rope swing over the stream was not my idea.....