Wedding Inspiration in Coniston Coppermines
Using a colour palette of earthy contrasting tones for our wedding inspiration in Coniston Coppermines, we used some beautifully blousy blue blooms, a selection of rustic copper and slate textures, all to bring the venue to life!
Words and images by Claire Gelderd Photography.
Mining for copper in the valley dates back to the 16th century and the area continued to be mined until the 1950s, Clare Gelderd’s wedding concept was to enhance the venue’s history. In 1982 the buildings in the valley were purchased by The Coppermines Lakes Cottages founder Philip Johnston who set about a comprehensive scheme of rebuilding, restoration and conservation, now a ‘go to’ Lake District wedding venue.
Coniston Coppermines
Coniston Coppermines naturally attracts outdoorsy, relaxed couples, due to the location and shear amount of picturesque space to EXPLORE! The Venue is exclusively yours, giving you a blank canvas to run wild with, whether that’s minimalistic and micro or collaborating creatively with quirky suppliers.
The Look
Opulent warm copper, gold and natural shades against the cool green (bluey-grey coloured) slate and waterwheel complement each other, yet bring an original chic style to any wedding celebration. Important details, hair, make-up and attire, have been planned and crafted to suit a relaxed and energetic day, leaving no restrictions for embracing the great outdoors.
Local Produce
Locally produced handcrafted canapés flow with the day, whether your guests are inside, or out exploring the beautifully restored venue and scenery. The cake composed in keeping with the concept fits within the beautifully dressed wedding barn (seating up to 100 persons for a ceremony), which is very much a centrepiece whatever position it takes.
Lake District Mountains
Within this peaceful Lake District mountain range, guests are only muted by the romantic softening tones from the harpist. This venue has it all, accommodation, parking, backdrop, and most importantly a setting you can frame as you feel appropriate. As a local Lake District photographer Clare Gelderd recommends you to take a step away from the guests on your special day to breathe deep and embrace the scene you’re blessed with if only for a moment, allowing for relaxed intimate couple photographs to be documented.
Thank you so much to the team below for sharing this lake district wedding inspiration with us! Such wonderful images.
Credits
Credits: Photography: Clare Gelderd Photography / Wedding Dress: A Family Affair, Kendal / Flowers: Bluebell and Ivy / Film: Cwfilmproductions / Catering: Olde Mill Bardsea / Hair: Bridalhairbyjessica / Make-up: Nicolegilmourbeauty / Harpist: Anna Kate Pearson Harpist / Flower and Cake Ribbons: Olive Webb Textiles / Stationery: Feather & Fawn / Venue: Coniston Coppermines, Cumbria / Decor: Sitting Pretty Cumbria
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