On 13th August 2011, our eldest son married Angela at Bamburgh Castle in Northumberland. The room that was used for the ceremony was absolutely stunning.
Angela arrived in their VW Camper Van (called Matilda), along with her mum and dad and two bridesmaids. Our youngest son, Neil was the Best Man and Andrea, whom Angela has known since she was 3 was the Chief Bridesmaid!
Lisa was the second Bridesmaid and Phil was the Usher .
As Angela walked down the aisle towards Adam, there were tears from the mums. Angela cried when she read her vows, which started Adam off, then Neil, then most of the congregation I think. Neil said a fly flew in his eye! .. yeah, right!! After the ceremony and whilst photographs were being taken, everyone enjoyed champagne and canapes on the terrace of the Castle.
Photos done, and Adam drove Matilda down to the bottom of the hill, where the Reception was taking place in teepees, in the grounds of the castle. They were just lovely .. so different. There were 2 fire pits which were lit in the evening .. fairy lights round the dance floor .. a buffet of lovely barbecue type food .. a bar, apart from the wine which was already on the tables .. and a chocolate fountain.
As it grew dark, the castle was lit up, as was a trail of tealights which led the way to the mobile toilets. A superb band played until after 11pm, and the ‘oldies’ headed back to their hotels and bed.
It was a wonderful, wonderful occasion, and won’t be forgotten for a long long time!
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