Old Rectory House Wedding in Redditch | Sarah and Paul
A blush pink Old Rectory House wedding in Redditch where two families became one and the dance floor never stood a chance.
This was a day about bringing two families together, about children at the heart of everything, about friends from every chapter of life filling the rooms with laughter. Sixty guests, blush pink details, and the kind of warmth you cannot fake.
wedding morning preparations
They both got ready on site at Old Rectory House. Sarah was upstairs in the dressing room with her girls and both mums, and hair and makeup. A couple of her pals popped in for moral support too. There was music, there were hugs, there were a few deep breaths.
Paul kept cool in the orangery before the ceremony, surrounded by his side of the family. And the three kids moved between the two spaces as they wished.
the wedding ceremony outdoors at Old Rectory House
The plan was always an outdoor ceremony at Old Rectory House, and the weather was on our side. Guests gathered with drinks in hand and went to find their seats.
When Sarah walked down the aisle, everything softened. The ceremony was legal and heartfelt, with each of their children giving a reading and a close friend capturing it on video. It felt deeply personal, grounded and joyful.
Afterwards, drinks flowed and their magic pickpocket (Pickpocket For Hire) set to work confusing the guests. He had people checking their pockets and laughing in disbelief. He also helped keep the energy moving as an informal MC, which meant the afternoon never dipped.
We gathered everyone for a full group photo, then separated into Paul’s side and Sarah’s side before sneaking off for some pictures of Paul, Sarah and the kids.
The illustrator, Rachel Elizabeth, quietly sketched guests throughout the afternoon, creating keepsakes that people will treasure. I’m still kicking myself we didn’t get to grab one.
Their wedding reception in the Old rectory house orangery
Guests moved into the orangery for the meal, catered by Saffron. Before food was served, Sarah and Paul stood up together to give a joint speech. There were tears. Of course there were tears. Honey favours on the tables were a quiet nod to where they met, on Bumble, and they spilled the beans in their speech.
During dinner we set up the photo booth in the room just off the entrance, complete with cutouts of their cats and a guest book ready for messages. Once it opened later in the Fig Room, it was chaos in the best possible way. Friends piled in, prints were handed out, and heartfelt notes were stuck into the book for them to read later. Check out the video below.
One of my favourite moments of the whole day came completely unplanned. Some of the kids suggested a game of hide-and-seek. And Sarah was the most enthusiastic player. It was such a fun break in all the grown-up stuff of the day.
Loads of people were outside enjoying a warm evening with debates over Cards Against Humanity. Bizarrely that’s a part of their love story too, with Paul using Card Against Humanity to propose. DJ Westfella took over the orangery and launched straight into the disco. People completely committed to the dance floor.
By the time sparklers appeared, it felt like everyone had fully relaxed into the celebration.
Old Rectory House is such a brilliant venue for a Redditch wedding. It gives you outdoor space, beautiful indoor rooms, and the freedom to make the day truly your own. Sarah and Paul stayed on site that night, which meant no rushing off and no early endings. Just one more drink, one more hug, one more dance.
IF YOU’RE PLANNING A WEDDING in Redditch AND ARE LOOKING FOR RELAXED PHOTOGRAPHY LIKE THIS WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU. GET IN TOUCH HERE. WE’d love to be back
THEIR wedding vendors
Venue - Old Rectory House
Hair - Helen Lee from His and Hers Salon
MUA - Char Chapman Beauty Studios
Catering - Saffron
Cakes - Caked Out
Illustrator - Rachel Elizabeth illustrator
DJ - DJ Westfella
Magician - Lee Thompson (Pickpocket For Hire)
