Holly & Hugh’s Stanlake Park Wedding in Berkshire

Holly and Hugh’s wedding at Stanlake Park Vineyard felt calm, personal, and unforced. The barn and vineyard gave the day a natural rhythm — one that didn’t need much structure to feel just right. The spaces suited the couple perfectly, and the atmosphere reflected that from beginning to end.

Getting Ready at the Venue

Holly got ready on-site at Stanlake Park, just a short walk from the ceremony space. There was no rush — just a few close people, a bit of quiet, and time to ease into the day. These slower moments often get overlooked, but they carry their own weight: the final checks, the small conversations, the pause before everything begins.

Old brick building with a weather vane on the roof, surrounded by trees and grass.

Entrance to vineyard with brick wall, archway, greenery, and vineyard sign.

Rustic brick building with wooden doors, plants in large pots, surrounded by gravel driveway and greenery.

Door with "Bow Loft" and "Private" signs

Loft room with wedding dresses, armchairs, blue patterned rug, large mirror, skylight, and a white sofa.

Wedding dress hanging in front of a mirror with shoes on the floor below.

White tulle skirt reflected in mirror with beige high-heeled sandals on blue patterned rug.

Pair of silver high-heeled sandals on a patterned rug

Reflection of red shoes next to a white dress in a mirror, with gold shoes on a patterned blue and beige rug.

Chiffon dress with red accents hanging in an attic room, red high heels on a blue patterned rug, wooden beams, white sofa, table and chairs.

Assorted jewelry pieces arranged on a surface, including a necklace, earrings, and decorative bee motifs.

Two wedding rings in a white jewelry box with "RACHEL BOSTON" engraved inside on the lid.

Kitchen countertop with glasses, cups, fruit, and bottles

A makeup artist applying cosmetics to a person seated on a chair, viewed from above.

Black and white photo of a woman smiling in a hair salon, surrounded by hairstylists, hanging clothes, and decorative items.

Woman applying makeup in front of mirror, vintage-style black and white photo

Black and white image of a woman looking in a mirror during a hair or makeup session, with another person partially visible in the foreground.

A woman sitting in a makeup chair, wearing a black outfit, with her hands covering her mouth in surprise. Another woman stands beside her holding a makeup brush in a room with exposed brick walls and a wooden desk covered with makeup products.

Group of women in a room, one holding a colorful floral bouquet, others standing and smiling.

Makeup station with open makeup case, brushes, and accessories.

Group of people getting ready in a room, one person sitting and smiling, others standing, with mirrors and makeup, casual setting.

Bride in a white wedding dress in a rustic room with wooden beams and furniture.

Bride in white dress being helped by a woman in a green dress in an attic room.

Bride in white dress getting assistance with gown from bridesmaid in green dress.

Close-up of hands buttoning the back of a bride's lace wedding dress.

Bride with red hair smiling as someone adjusts her lace wedding dress.

Bride getting ready in elegant white dress, smiling, with bridesmaid helping in a cozy room.

Smiling woman with red hair in a rustic setting

A bride in a white dress walking down a staircase, with a woman at the bottom looking up.

Bride getting ready with friends before wedding in a room with wooden floor, chair, and hanging dresses.

A woman wearing a wedding dress looks at her reflection in a mirror inside a rustic room.

Bride in an elegant wedding dress looking in a mirror.

Smiling woman with red hair in a wedding dress.

Bride in a lace wedding dress holding a champagne glass.

Black and white image of a wine bottle, four flutes filled with wine, and a bowl of grapes on a table.

Hair stylist adjusting hair for a woman with floral hairpins and lace clothing in a close-up, black and white photo.

Close-up of a woman having makeup applied, focusing on lips, black and white photo.

Group of four people dressed in formal attire, with one in a bridal gown, in a vintage room.

Brick building with large windows and potted plants outside, people standing near entrance

Wedding welcome sign on easel with names and date, rustic setting.

Rustic indoor wedding venue with wooden seating arrangement, floral decorations, and an arch at the end of the aisle.

Wedding ceremony setup with floral arrangements and wooden chairs in a rustic venue.

Wedding ceremony setup with wooden chairs and floral decorations in a rustic building.

Padded chair with a card placed on the seat

Brick building with a clock tower, blue sky in background.

People gathering outside a rustic brick building on a sunny day, with a courtyard and potted plants.

A man in a suit with sunglasses is having his tie adjusted by an older man in a suit. They are outdoors, surrounded by potted plants and people in formal attire.

Group of men in suits huddling with hands together in a ceremony, surrounded by seated guests indoors.

Man in suit sitting in a room with brick walls, surrounded by people, blurred figures in foreground.

Group of men in suits standing together indoors with a brick wall background, appearing to be in conversation.

Indoor wedding ceremony with guests seated, floral aisle decor, and brick walls.

People in suits standing indoors, smiling, with a brick wall background.

Bride walking down the aisle with a man in a suit at an indoor wedding ceremony.

Bride holding a bouquet and walking down the aisle with a man in a suit, surrounded by guests in an indoor ceremony setting.

Wedding ceremony in a brick-walled venue with a couple holding hands, a woman officiant standing nearby, and guests seated, with floral decorations visible.

Wedding ceremony with a couple facing each other, brick wall background, and a guest seated nearby.

Wedding ceremony indoors with bride and groom holding hands, officiant conducting the ceremony, guests seated in rows, floral decorations, brick wall backdrop.

Indoor wedding ceremony with guests seated, bride and groom standing at the altar, decorated with floral arrangements in a rustic venue.

A wedding ceremony with a couple holding hands near a floral arch, with an officiant speaking and guests seated in front.

Person placing ring on another's finger during a wedding ceremony.

Bride and groom exchanging rings in wedding ceremony.

Bride and groom exchanging vows in a wedding ceremony inside a brick-walled venue, with a floral arch and seated guests.

Bride and groom exchanging rings during a wedding ceremony with a floral arch backdrop and officiant present.

Bride and groom kissing at a wedding ceremony in a rustic setting with floral arch and guests seated.

Wedding ceremony with bride and groom kissing under floral arch, brick wall background, guests seated.

Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony in a rustic barn with a wooden beam ceiling, brick walls, and guests seated on either side of the aisle. The couple stands under a floral arch.

Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony with a couple holding hands and exchanging vows.

Bride and groom walking down the aisle surrounded by applauding guests in a rustic wedding setting.

Bride and groom walking down the aisle at a wedding ceremony, holding hands, surrounded by applauding guests in formal attire. The bride is holding a colorful bouquet.

Bride and groom kissing outdoors with guests throwing confetti, holding a bouquet.

A Quiet Kind of Celebration

Once the ceremony wrapped up, guests moved naturally between the barn and garden. Drinks flowed, conversations stretched out, and no one seemed in a hurry to be anywhere else. The vineyard gave everyone room to enjoy the day on their own terms.

Person pouring champagne into glasses on a wooden table with flowers in the background.

A wooden tray with grilled chicken skewers and breaded pieces served with microgreens garnish.

Outdoor wedding reception with guests mingling

A joyful group of people at an outdoor gathering, with one person hugging another while holding a colorful bouquet of flowers.

Group of people at a wedding, smiling and interacting, some holding flowers and glasses, outdoor setting.

A little girl wearing heart-shaped sunglasses and a sun hat stands among adults at a social gathering. She is dressed in a pink cardigan over a light-colored dress, holding a piece of bread. Adults around her are dressed formally, some holding drinks

Woman wearing heart-shaped sunglasses smiling surrounded by people at an outdoor event.

Black and white photo of people gathered at an indoor event with drinks, wearing formal attire in a rustic setting.

Black and white photo of a garden patio scene with a person in sunglasses holding a drink, standing next to a potted plant and a barrel table. Background features outdoor seating and foliage-covered walls.

Outdoor courtyard with people gathered near a historic brick building under trees, with wooden chairs and tables on a lawn.

Group of people in formal attire smiling in front of a red brick building, holding bouquets.

Bride and groom standing in front of a brick wall with a door, she holds a bouquet of flowers.

Bride and groom standing in front of a brick building with a clock showing the time 11:10, above a white door and ivy-covered wall.

Two women smiling and walking arm-in-arm at an event.

A group of people socializing indoors at an event, with several individuals engaged in conversation, standing in a room with brick walls and large windows.

Outdoor wedding reception at rustic building, guests mingling

Charming red brick country house with wooden door, surrounded by a garden with trees and grass.

Rustic wedding seating chart with floral decorations on an easel, inside a wooden venue with exposed beams and barrel decor.

Elegantly decorated rustic wedding reception setup with round tables, white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and wooden chairs in a barn with exposed beams and brick walls.

Elegant dining setup in a rustic venue with brick wall, white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and chairs.

Elegant table setting with multiple wine glasses, white plates, silverware, and a vase with pink and white flowers on a white tablecloth.

Interior of a rustic barn venue set up for an event with tables and chairs arranged, a seating chart on an easel, flower decorations, and exposed wooden beams.

Bride and groom walking toward rustic brick building in garden setting.

Black and white photo of a couple in wedding attire walking hand in hand through a rustic venue.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking through a rustic reception hall with seated guests at a wedding.

Bride standing and smiling at wedding reception, talking to a seated guest, with tables set with glasses and flowers in the foreground.

Person pouring champagne into a glass at a gathering.

Two-tier black cake with white flowers and greenery, placed on a wooden barrel near a window.

Two-tier black cake with white flowers and greenery on a wooden barrel stand.

Couple cutting a black wedding cake on a barrel table.

Bride and groom cutting a black wedding cake with white flowers on a wooden barrel.

Bride and groom cutting a black wedding cake on a barrel stand.

Black and white photo of a wedding reception with people seated at tables in a rustic venue with exposed beams.

Wedding reception speech in rustic venue with guests seated at table, black and white photo.

Wedding reception with speech, guests seated at a long table by brick wall, black and white.

Wedding speech at reception with guests seated in barn with exposed beams and brick walls.

Group of people at a formal event seated near a brick wall, with some laughing and smiling.

Black and white photo of a man giving a speech at a wedding reception, standing beside a long table with seated guests.

Wedding reception with bride and groom kissing at head table, guests smiling, flowers and wine glasses on table, brick wall background.

Black and white photo of a man giving a speech at a banquet table in a rustic setting with a brick wall.

Wedding party at a head table raising glasses in a toast, with floral arrangements on the table.

Couple standing in front of a brick building with a wooden door and windows, surrounded by greenery and trees. A wooden bench is in the foreground on a gravel path.

A couple smiling at each other in front of a dark wood wall; the man is in a suit and the woman in a wedding dress.

Couple in a vineyard, bride holding a bouquet.

Bride and groom standing in front of a brick building, with the bride hugging the groom and holding a colorful bouquet.

Old brick building with a clock tower, two people standing in the doorway, and a gravel foreground.

Bride and groom standing in front of a brick wall with white door and greenery, bride holding a bouquet, both smiling.

Old brick building with a clock tower, surrounded by greenery and flower pots, cloudy sky background, couple standing in front.

Couple in wedding attire holding hands in a garden with purple flowers and trees.

Couple in embrace with vineyard background, woman with red hair, man in suit.

A bride and groom standing in front of an ivy-covered brick wall with string lights.

A bride in a white wedding dress with floral patterns and flowing ribbons approaches a groom standing outdoors on grass, with blurred greenery and a building in the background.

Bride and groom holding hands in a vineyard, black and white photo

Outdoor wedding scene with trees and a brick building.

View through window of couple sitting on a bench in a garden setting.

Bride and groom embracing outdoors with bouquet and fairy lights.

The Barn After Dark

As the evening took over, the barn shifted into celebration mode. The tables cleared, lights took shape, and music filled the space. There was no big moment that signalled “now we dance” — people just moved, and the night built from there.