I am extremely lucky to photograph at Cornhill Castle quite as often as I do, its an amazing venue and the team that look after you are really some of the best around. But I want to explain a little more about why I love it just as much as I do and why Couples choose it as their wedding venue.
First off, it was my wedding venue too! It has changed a lot since I had my big day there and I have loved seeing the transformation it has went through since Manorview took over. This also means every time I am lucky enough to capture a wedding day here, I get to share my affinity of the castle with another couple.
Talking about the transformation the Castle has went I can remember the place as a retirement home and then the transition to a hotel by the Fraioli family with the original function room being located where the Dunrobin suite is now. The addition of the ballroom to the rear of the building was when the venue elevated itself to a prestigious wedding venue. I have attended many a party or even just visited for dinner – with the caramel sauce being as good as it is, why would you need an excuse right? It holds many memories for my family and me.
Professionally speaking, there is not much to dislike about the Castle. It caters for ever eventuality. If the sun is shining you can get amazing photos with the scenery as you backdrop and a wander around the grounds can make for beautiful images. But if the Scottish weather does what the Scottish weather does, well inside the castle is by no means limited in the way of photo locations. The large open stairwell, the corridor outside the restaurant or even under the porch at the front door, we won’t be stuck. That’s not excluding truly unique honeymoon suite- no explanation needed!
All in all, I really do love the place. I have met some amazing friends at the Castle, be it fellow suppliers or members of the team, My wife worked there for 9 years as the wedding and events manager and several other family members have either worked or still work there too. Its been so good to us all and I love being able to share my affection for this amazing venue with other couples and help them capture the memories that will last a lifetime.
The Castle will always be one of my favourites!
