Old Balgowan - The Red Wedding

As our time at Old Balgowan draws to an end, the latest editition to be added to the "Old Balgowan Archive" is the wedding of Rowan and Pamela which is unlike any other wedding I've been to.  Not just with Old Balgowan... EVER.  Held on a Monday and the bride dressed in passionate red, this wedding had a very individual flair.

The dramatic red's scattered around the reception venue were set off by the crisp whites and silvers in the center pieces.

And the red's were in full bloom in the flowers flanking the bridal couple in the church.

But nothing was as dramatic as the brides dress... 

as it floated down the aisle...

and waiting for her at the end of the aisle was Rowan...

Old Balgowan is a fantastic venue that caters to every bridal couples needs, and more importantly, WANTS... If you're interested in Old Balgowan for your wedding, click here to download the booking form which includes all the details you'll need to know.

Alternatively you can give Judi a call on +27 33 234 4622 or else send her an email.

Chat soon

Denise & Rainer

Old Balgowan - All the Glamour

Working with Old Balgowan has been fantastic as we've seen all kinds of weddings.  This past Saturday all the bells and whistles were on show for the wedding of Stephan and Kellie.  With guests flying in from all corners of the world, it was time for Old Balgowan to put their best foot forward and pull out a stunner.  Judi and her team had been gearing up for this wedding for some time now and made the entire affair seem effortless.

The venue was exquisitely dressed, from the beautiful draping on the ceiling (a standard feature at Old Balgowan) down to the glass crystals sprinkled over the tables.   I'm always amazed at how the Old Balgowan team manages to make the same venue appear so differently at each of their weddings.  While the key elements are the same, the fine details are always so individual that no two weddings ever appear similar.  A grand achievement considering weddings is what they do.

The beautiful pale roses set off by the delicate gold trim, placed perfectly on the crisp white table clothes, gave the main table a freshness experienced at very few weddings.  And the beautiful gold detail found on all the tables was repeated in the chairs, which of course had a very special touch added to them.

The delicate peach, yellow, white and pale pink roses adorned every detail of the room, including the wedding cake.

While the details may be fabulous, the day certainly belongs to the bride and groom who in this case had flown out from the UK to spend their special day back on home turf.  The bride, Kellie, and her "team" looked as fabulous as they prepared to make their big entrance...

As did the groom, Stephan, and his "crew".

Even the littlest wedding guests were dressed to the tee and sharing beautiful smiles with everyone (especially the photographers at Old Balgowan).

And on leaving the church after the ceremony, the bridal couple were showered with rose petals by the happy onlookers...

before stopping on the step outside the main reception venue entrance to pose for photo's with family and friends.

Thanks to Judi and her team at Old Balgowan I'm sure Kellie and Stephan had the wedding of their dreams.

If you're looking at venues in the Natal Midlands, give Judi at Old Balgowan a call on +27 33 234 4622 or pop her an email.

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Denise & Rainer.

Old Balgowan - On a Rainy Summers Day...

From the moment we stepped out the car I doubted wearing a dress.  The weather when we left Pietermaritzburg was decent but by the time we reached the Midlands I was regretting dressing for summer and wishing I could have pulled some long pants and a cosy scarf out of my Mary Poppins carpet bag!  However, this didn't dampen the spirit of the day.  Not one bit.

This past weekend, Rainer and I headed back out to Old Balgowan Farm in the Natal Midlands to photograph another wedding on their behalf.  

The Midlands charm is something quite special. No matter what the weather, come rain or shine, weddings and functions held out at Old Balgowan are something quite special.  The view is always spectacular and the fine details add the perfect touch.  Whether you chose a low key or high glam theme to your wedding, the Old Balgowan atmosphere seems to lend itself  suitably on all accounts.  

This past weekend was the wedding of Benn and Lauren, a more understated affair. While many bridal couples rush around frantically making sure that everything is perfect, Benn and Lauren went low key-simplicity.  While I say simplicity, don't be mistaken.  Who else can boast a full school choir entertaining your guests as they enter the chapel in anticipation of your arrival?

(If you look carefully, you'll see the choir dancing!)

While simplicity may have been the order of the day, the details certainly shone through and all the love and admiration the couple have for one another came out in the beautiful details of the day.

The beautiful flower arrangements on the tables, both inside and out, added a lovely freshness to country charm of Old Balgowan.

While the rain held up outside...

The bride couldn't help getting a little misty eyed inside...

And who could blame her when the two men who love her most said the most wonderful things about her.  Lauren's dad made a very emotional speech during the service which brought tears to many eyes.

And while not all the guests at the party were invited, they sure did dress for the occasion.

(That's just a joke.  This guy is just part of the deal if you chose Old Balgowan for your wedding)

Congratulations Benn and Lauren and well done Old Balgowan on yet another super successful wedding.  Don't forget that if you're interested in Old Balgowan for your wedding or function head along to their website, www.oldbalgowan.co.za or email Judi, the events co-ordinator at weddings@oldbalgowan.co.za.  Or better yet next time you're in the Natal Midlands and want to shop, wine taste or look at the beautiful view, why not stop in at Old Balgowan  Farm (click here for a map of how to get there) and do all three in one place.

Chat again soon

Denise & Rainer