The River Barn
Wedding Photographer

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I’m Andy Wade, an award winning photographer that specialises in capturing authentic, candid moments of your wedding day at The River Barn in Lancashire.

My approach is all about storytelling in a natural and documentary style, focusing on the real emotions and unique details that make your day special. Wherever you look at Andy Wade Photography, you’ll see exactly what I’m all about.

My passion is to tell a story that evokes feelings of your day every time you look at them. Let’s create something beautiful together at The River Barn!

Here’s Grace and Marcus’s wonderful wedding at The River Barn as an example. What a day!

Wedding Photography at The River Barn

The River Barn Weddings

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

The River Barn Wedding Venue

The River Barn, located in the picturesque town of Blackburn, Lancashire, is an exceptional wedding venue that harmoniously blends rustic charm with modern amenities. Nestled along the scenic banks of the River Ribble, this venue provides an enchanting backdrop for couples seeking a memorable and unique wedding experience. The River Barn boasts beautifully restored barn spaces with exposed beams and stone walls, creating an intimate and romantic atmosphere. The venue’s main hall can accommodate up to 150 guests and is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual facilities, ensuring a seamless celebration.

Accommodation at The River Barn is both luxurious and convenient. The venue offers a selection of elegantly appointed rooms and cottages, ideal for the bridal party and close family. The onsite accommodation is complemented by a range of nearby hotels and bed-and-breakfast establishments, providing ample options for all wedding guests. Additionally, The River Barn features beautifully landscaped gardens, perfect for outdoor ceremonies and photography sessions.

One of the standout features of The River Barn is its dedicated team of wedding coordinators who work tirelessly to ensure every detail is meticulously planned and executed. This bespoke service, combined with the venue’s stunning natural surroundings and first-class facilities, makes The River Barn an ideal choice for couples dreaming of a truly unforgettable wedding day.

Garden with trees and shadows on white wall.

The History of The River Barn

The River Barn, nestled in the picturesque town of Blackburn in Lancashire, is a historic wedding venue exuding rustic charm and timeless elegance. Believed to have been originally constructed in the 18th century, this splendid edifice has a rich lineage, bearing witness to centuries of local history. Its original purpose was as a traditional agricultural barn, reflecting the region’s rural heritage, but over time it has been meticulously renovated to serve as a premier wedding destination without losing its authentic character.

A pivotal moment in its transformation came in the early 21st century when it was restored and repurposed, preserving its original wooden beams and stone walls while incorporating modern amenities. The venue quickly gained prominence not just for its breathtaking setting adjacent to the serene River Darwen, but also for its exemplary service and unique blend of history and contemporary luxury.

Prominent figures in the local community have celebrated their nuptials here, making it a cornerstone of social gatherings in Lancashire. Located conveniently near major towns such as Preston and Burnley, The River Barn remains easily accessible while offering an escape into the tranquil countryside. This juxtaposition of accessibility and seclusion makes it a cherished venue for those embarking on life’s most meaningful journey.

How To Get To The River Barn

To find The River Barn, a wedding venue located in Blackburn, Lancashire, begin your journey by heading towards the town centre. From there, take the A677 route heading west out of Blackburn. Continue on this road for approximately five miles, following the signs for Waddington. You’ll soon reach a countryside locale where the venue is situated. Look for the distinctive River Barn signage to guide you into the facility’s private driveway. Conveniently positioned among picturesque landscapes, The River Barn is easily accessible and offers ample parking for guests. Always consult a trusted navigation tool for the most accurate and updated directions.

My Style of Photography

I’m known for my documentary approach in wedding photography, capturing authentic, natural, and heartfelt moments. I aim to narrate each couple’s unique story through genuine, candid captures that resonate with real emotion. Having received numerous awards both in the UK and globally, my commitment and expertise in my field are well recognised. Offering my services throughout the UK and overseas, I cater to couples looking for a photographer who can document their day as it unfolds, ensuring a true representation of their special moments.

Why book Andy Wade Photography?

You’ve found your perfect match, and now you’re seeking to capture the essence of your love story. With a natural, documentary style, I focus on genuine moments, allowing you to immerse fully in your celebration while I discreetly document the laughter, tears, and everything in between.

As your The River Barn wedding photographer, I’m committed to creating a collection that reflects the true emotion of your day, ensuring you have memories to cherish forever. Let’s tell your unique story together.

I couldn’t be more excited to join your on your wedding day at The River Barn, document your day and capture all of the little moments that make it truly yours.

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Frequently asked questions

ABOUT ANDY WADE PHOTOGRAPHY

No. 90% of any day I shoot is completely candid. I can photograph all day without a single ‘posed’ photo. The portraits of you both, if you’d like some, are kept simple and as natural as possible; nothing cheesy and nothing awkward. Usually the portraits of you are created during a relaxing wander together for twenty minutes or so with me capturing shots as we go along – so not really posing. We may stop in a certain spot but most of that time you’ll forget I’m there and the portraits will feel and look perfectly natural. Just think of this as a bit of ‘you time’! There is the option create a specific photo with flashes which I set up – but only if you want that. Even if I do it will be set up before we do it so that you can spend the maximum time with you guests. Otherwise I’ll just photograph the day as it happens.

Firstly I have to be available on your day but after that just say “Let’s do It!”. Just fill out the email form on my contact page or just send me a text, a message on Instagram or just give me a call. A small deposit then secures the day. That deposit is refundable up to one month after the agreement to go ahead. In the meantime, I will send you some paperwork and that will include a contract which has all the T&C’s in which we both sign when you’re 100% happy. You’ll also receive a summary of what is in your package.

Your photos will be delivered in a beautiful gallery that will work on any device. You can control the sharing of your photos from your gallery for family and friends or to social media. You can download your photos in full, high resolution or in a smaller version should you wish to share them. There are no watermarks on your photos and are free for your personal use. There is also the option to buy prints and wall art and you can create and order albums from the ‘Shop’ area of your gallery. If you have a slideshow made then it can be viewed from your gallery as well.

For a 9 hour wedding you get an edit of about 500+ photos. If it is a 12 hour day then around 700+. I work on your photos intensely after the wedding, lovingly crafting them so that they are perfectly colour balanced with a bright, fresh look. There’s probably a ratio of a third black and white and two thirds colour.

Everything is moving to digital transfer, now, so you can simply download the full high resolution photos from your gallery. You can have them on a USB if you wish but these are gradually being made obsolete. Whatever the means you get your edited photos in full size/resolution and with no watermarks. The images are free for your personal use.

Yes. I think it’s good to meet as you can ask all the questions you need to. I’ll be around you for almost all of your wedding day so meeting up before the day a great way of getting to know each other. I’m a nice chap and very comfortable with people I’ve just met, so it’s not a problem if we don’t. A video call is a really good way of talking things through if we can’t arrange a meeting.

Yes. Most people like a few photos of mum, dad and their close family as well as the bridesmaids and groomsmen. I get that it is important and can be good fun, too. It takes about 10 minutes to organise a photo of everyone, for example, and then about 2-3 minutes for each one after that providing everyone is available. You decide what those photos are if you want them – I don’t have a ‘list’ of my own. If there is 1.5 – 2 hours between your ceremony and wedding breakfast then I’d suggest to have something like 20 mins with you portraits and then 20 mins of group photos dotted about, so between 6-10 group shots max. This way you spend more time just being with your guests, which I will capture naturally. I hear many stories of people who have been to weddings and were really bored and made to stand around for hours while the photographer goes through a repertoire of their own group photos. That’s not me!

Yes. There is an amazing choice of albums and wall art that will be available from your gallery and that I can send you information on. There is so much choice that I do not put albums in my packages unless on specific request. I do have three album packages that broadly cover the options so if you would like to include one I would be happy to chat and look at putting an album in your package.

Yes, but you can have another photographer if you wish – called a ‘2nd shooter’. If, for instance, you’d like the groomsmen preparation photos covered fully as well and they are over 15 mins away, I can employ a second photographer to cover that for £350/day and they will stay until the speeches – so about 6 hours. A second photographer is great to cover a specific span of time but does not necessarily mean a ‘better’ set of photos. I can be in and amongst a whole wedding party quite easily and capture the essence of the day without a 2nd shooter but it does enable us to do more portraits together – if that is what you’d like – and we can have more angles covered in the ceremony. If you would like a 2nd shooter then we’d book them about 3 months before the day. They are always 1st class, professional photographers like me and shoot in my style.

Guest Wishes! is a contemporary alternative to the wedding guest book. At the wedding breakfast I collect hand written message from your guests, take a quick snap of them and put it all together in a polaroid style. They can have a personal design and even go into you album. For more info, click here.

Yes. They are for half a day or less and can be done in a location of your choice or a fab location that I know of. You’ll get a set of online photos, usually an edited set of around 50-100 in the same gallery style that your wedding photos are. For more information about pre-shoots, click here.

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