Disco balls and confetti at the ready!


With its rustic charm, industrial chic vibes, and stunning river views, The West Mill provided the ideal backdrop for Nic and Marks love-filled celebration.

wedding styling at the west mill
exterior of the west mill derby

The day started off with a buzz of excitement as Nic and her bridal squad got ready in the beautiful bridal suite, sipping champagne and sharing laughs as they got pampered to perfection. Meanwhile, Mark and his groomsmen were busy getting dapper in the beautiful Mill Cottage.

champagne bottle in ice bucket
bride looking down at flowers
groom reading letter and smiling

As the ceremony drew near, Nic and Mark's loved ones gathered in the Cotton Quarter. Nic and Mark had done the "legal bit' prior to their wedding day at The West Mill, and so they exchanged "I do's," with a special ceremony led by one of their best friends, making their ceremony incredibly heartfelt.

bride walking down the aisle with her dad
bride and groom holding hands

After the ceremony, the newlyweds and their guests spilled out into the courtyard for an epic confetti tunnel, and plenty of photo ops against the stunning backdrop of The West Mill. The atmosphere was buzzing with love and excitement as everyone mingled and celebrated the happy couple.

bride and groom kissing under confetti

But the real magic happened when it was time for their couples photos, that golden light came out at just the right time before the rain made an appearance.

bride and groom going in for a kiss
bride and groom standing by a river smiling
groom kissing bride on the cheek
bride and groom walking hand in hand
bride and groom walking away with arms round each other
bride and groom stood under a rainbow

The dining space at The West Mill was scattered with twinkly disco balls and the theme for their seating plan was birds. For Nic and Marks favours, they had Rhubarb gin made from their allotment.

disco balls and photo frames on wedding table
close up of menu on wedding table
close up of small bottle of rhubarb gin

As the sun set and the stars came out, Nic and Mark danced the night away surrounded by their loved ones, creating memories that would last a lifetime.

women wearing sunglasses on the dance floor
bride and groom first dance
lady in pink dress dancing
man blowing confetti on the dance floor
woman taking photo with a polaroid camera
dj dancing at his deck
woman dancing on the dance floor
elderly man and woman dancing

And as the night came to a close, Nic and Mark finished off their incredible celebration with sparklers outside in the courtyard.


bride and groom holding sparklers outside

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