Exterior photo of Hazel Gap Barn Wedding Venue in Nottinghamshire

Looking for a Hazel Gap Barn Wedding Photographer?

Hazel Gap Barn is a breathtaking Cripps & Co wedding venue located on the Welbeck Estate in Budby, Nottinghamshire. Surrounded by idyllic countryside, Hazel Gap Barn is perfect for couples looking for a luxurious, rustic wedding feel. As a Nottingham wedding photographer, I love venues that combine rustic charm with elegant details and Hazel Gap Barn does just that.

I’ve visited Hazel Gap a couple of times and absolutely adore it! However as I’ve spent most of my wedding photography career living and working in London, I haven’t had the chance to photograph a wedding here yet! But now that I’m based in Nottingham, I’m offering £100 off any full day package to the first couple that books me as their Hazel Gap Barn wedding photographer!

To find out more, please visit my Contact Page and get in touch.

£100 off any full day package for Hazel Gap Barn wedding photography!


Wedding Photography featuring a bike outside of Hazel Gap Barn in Nottingham


Hazel Gap Barn wedding photography at one of Nottinghamshire’s most striking venues

Hazel Gap Barn sits within the Cripps & Co family of venues, well known for rustic character paired with seriously good food and thoughtful design. Set in Budby on the edge of Sherwood Forest, the red-brick barn has been restored with a lot of care and the exclusive-use feel means the day can be stylish without ever feeling stiff. It works beautifully for smaller celebrations and for bigger guest lists too, with space for up to 150 for your ceremony and wedding breakfast. Inside, there’s exposed brick, tall ceilings, timber and candlelight that makes the whole room feel warm and romantic, whatever the season.  You can move between textured interiors, refined dining spaces, courtyards and open countryside without ever leaving the venue.

Hazel Gap Barn Wedding Photography showing one of the red brick buildings

Why Hazel Gap Barn is such a joy to photograph?

Every venue has its own personality. Hazel Gap Barn has a real sense of arrival and it starts with the approach. Two grand towers frame the entrance, instantly setting the tone and giving you a dramatic backdrop that feels unmistakably Hazel Gap. Step inside and the main barn changes the mood again. Brick and beams, soft light, candles, it’s intimate and flattering and it photographs beautifully during the ceremony, speeches and later on when the dancing kicks off. Outside, the courtyard is where so much of the day naturally happens. Drinks, canapés, conversations, hugs, laughter and all the little moments your guests won’t even realise are being captured by me and my camera. Those candid photos are often the images couples love to look back on. 

Hazel Gap Barn offers a wealth of locations for stunning photos. It truly spoils photographers like me with endless opportunities for creativity!

happy bride and groom during nottingham wedding photography


Natural, relaxed wedding photography at Hazel Gap Barn

My approach is documentary-led and unobtrusive. Rather than constantly staging moments, I pay attention to what’s really happening and tell the story as it unfolds. At Hazel Gap Barn, that usually means capturing guests arriving and taking everything in, the emotion in the ceremony, the easy interaction during drinks, couple portraits that feel relaxed around the venue, plus the speeches, the laughter, and the party in the barn. When it comes to photographing couple portraits, I’ll guide you with gentle direction whilst keeping it relaxed and fun. The aim is simple, you enjoy the day with your friends and family and you still come away with a set of gorgeous photos.


A Hazel Gap Barn wedding photographer with a fashion-influenced eye

Before photographing weddings in Nottinghamshire, I spent over a decade photographing weddings in London along with fashion and celebrity portraits. That background trained my eye for light and composition and it also taught me how to help people feel comfortable in front of my lens. My photography style blends natural storytelling with beautifully composed portraits. At Hazel Gap Barn that balance works particularly well, because the venue offers such strong structure and such beautiful light, while still feeling relaxed and welcoming.



Planning your Hazel Gap Barn wedding

Hazel Gap Barn is a brilliant choice if you want countryside surroundings, excellent food and a day that feels stylish but easy. Because it’s exclusive use, everything stays private and personal, from getting ready in the farmhouse through to dancing under the beams in the barn. And with so many strong features built into the venue, your photographs end up carrying the atmosphere of the day, not just a record of it.


Looking for a Hazel Gap Barn wedding photographer?

If you’re getting married at Hazel Gap Barn and you want photography that feels natural, joyful and timeless, I’d love to hear from you! 

Don’t forget to check out my blog. for more examples of my wedding photography and to see how I capture the natural, candid moments of weddings across Nottinghamshire and beyond. To book me for your Hazel Gap Barn wedding, please visit my Contact Page.

You can read more about some of my favourite wedding venues in Nottingham in this venue guide.

£100 off any full day package for Hazel Gap Barn wedding photography!


Hazel Gap Barn FAQs

Is Hazel Gap Barn an exclusive use venue?

Yes, Hazel Gap Barn is exclusive use only!

How late can weddings go on at Hazel Gap Barn?

Hazel Gap barn has a late night license until 1 am.

How many wedding guests can I have at Hazel Gap Barn?

Hazel Gap Barn has 150 person capacity for the ceremony & dining. However they can host up to 250 guests in the evening.

Does Hazel Gap Barn have accommodation?

Hazel Gap Barn doesn’t have any onsite accommodation. However there are lots of great Bnb’s & hotels nearby such as Clumber Lane End Farm & The Forest Lodge Hotel. There’s even a Centre Parcs close by!

What are the best locations for wedding photos at Hazel Gap Barn?

The courtyard, surrounding countryside, and interior barn space provide multiple stunning backdrops for wedding photos at Hazel Gap Barn.


Hazel Gap Barn Address

Budby Road, Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9EY


Hazel Gap Barn Phone number

01623 708 500