Humanist Wedding at Yew Tree Farm

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A couple participates in a handfasting ceremony, surrounded by guests and lanterns, with a stone wall backdrop.

Some love stories kick off in the most unexpected ways, and for Martin and Rosie, it all started with a cheeky swipe on Tinder. Bonded by their love for the outdoors, camping, and hiking, they spent loads of time adventuring together in the Lake District. So, when it came to picking a wedding venue, it had to be somewhere that felt like home—cue Yew Tree Farm in Coniston, with its stunning views and proper countryside vibes.

What Is a Humanist Wedding?

A humanist wedding is a non-religious ceremony that is centered around the couple, their values, and their love story. It is completely personal and can be tailored to reflect their personalities, beliefs, and relationship. Unlike traditional religious or civil weddings, humanist ceremonies are often led by a celebrant and can take place anywhere, from a scenic outdoor location to a meaningful spot chosen by the couple. The focus is on creating a warm, inclusive, and meaningful experience without any religious elements.

Getting Ready & All the Excitement

The morning was full of that brilliant mix of nerves and excitement as both Martin and Rosie got ready at Yew Tree Farm. With mates and family buzzing around, there was plenty of laughter, a few happy tears, and probably a sneaky glass of fizz or two. The setting was as perfect as they’d imagined—rustic, relaxed, and surrounded by those rolling hills they love so much.

A Ceremony With a Personal Touch

By 1:45 pm, guests started taking their seats, and instead of the traditional walk down the aisle, Martin and Rosie rocked up together—because why not? It was a lovely, personal humanist ceremony that felt totally “them.”

One of the standout moments was the “Warming of the Rings.” Their wedding bands were passed around to all the guests so everyone could give them a little blessing or good vibes before the couple exchanged them. With 100 of their nearest and dearest watching on, the whole thing felt incredibly special.

Drinks, BBQ & Plenty of Laughs

Once the “I dos” were done, the party kicked off! Drinks and nibbles were flowing, and the bar was officially open. The group photos captured the love and laughter of the day, all set against the stunning Lake District backdrop.

Throughout the day, as and when the light was just right and the opportunity knocked, we headed up and around the nearby landscape and paths. This even included a bit of off-roading and climbing to get some absolutely stunning portraits that showed off the farm’s breathtaking setting. The effort was well worth it for the incredible shots that truly captured the magic of the day.

At 5 pm, everyone tucked into a BBQ buffet—properly good food that kept the energy high for the evening ahead. Once the top table had polished off their plates, it was time for speeches. Cue a mix of hilarious stories, heartfelt moments, and just the right amount of roasting from the best men.

Dancing, Cake & Late-Night Shenanigans

By 6:45 pm, it was time to cut the cake—always a highlight! Then, just after 7 pm, the band started up, and the dance floor was officially open. The vibe was pure joy, with everyone letting loose and having a blast.

As the night drew to a close around 12:30 am, carriages arrived to take everyone home, but not before one last dance and a final toast to an absolutely cracking day. Martin and Rosie’s wedding wasn’t just a day—it was a full-on adventure, just like their love story. Here’s to many more happy years of hiking, feasting, and dancing together!

Have a look at the below images from this epic day. If you would like me to photograph your big day, please feel free to contact me!

A white stone cottage with a dark slate roof, surrounded by green shrubs and trees. The front yard has a stone path and colorful flowers. Overcast sky in the background.
Cloudy sky with a small patch of blue over a green, forested hillside.
A sign reading "Welcome to Rosie and Martin's Wedding" stands in front of a white house surrounded by greenery.
Stone-walled room with wooden benches, string lights on the ceiling and walls, lanterns on the floor, and a small window high on the far wall.
Man in a white shirt kneels to light a candle in a large lantern. Stone walls with burlap sacks and string lights are in the background.
A grassy campsite with several tents and parked cars, surrounded by lush green hills and cloudy skies.
A rural scene with a road leading to stone buildings, surrounded by green hills and a cloudy sky. People gather near a barn-like structure.
A man in a vest and shirt is writing on a piece of paper at a wooden table. Bottles and other items are scattered around. The setting appears to be a cozy room with leather furniture.
A woman in a floral dress holds a wine glass and a bottle, smiling at the camera, in a dimly lit room with patterned wallpaper. Black and white photo.
A man in a white shirt opens a bottle, standing near a fireplace. A person in a blazer is in the foreground. The setting appears to be indoors with framed pictures on the walls.
A woman in a floral dress adjusts a flower crown with assistance while another person sits at a table writing in a vintage-style room.
A person helps another person adjust their necktie in a dimly lit room. Both are dressed in formal attire.
A man in a suit is assisted by two women, one adjusting his boutonniere and the other holding a pair of scissors. They're outdoors with grass and stone walls in the background.
A person with dark hair wears a colorful floral crown featuring orange, yellow, and purple flowers. The background is blurred greenery.
A man in a suit eats a sandwich in a kitchen, holding a napkin. Another person with a flowered accessory is in the foreground.
A man wearing a festive red vest with a camera over his shoulder smiles at the camera. A group of people is gathered, some in formal attire, in an outdoor setting.
A couple in formal attire walks down a stone path with flowers on each side. The person on the left holds a bouquet and wears a floral headband. They are outdoors near a building and trees.
A couple, dressed in wedding attire, walks hand in hand down a gravel path. The woman holds a bouquet. They are surrounded by greenery and colorful potted flowers.
A person stands at the front of a rustic stone room speaking to an audience. The room's ceiling is decorated with string lights.
A couple holding hands walks down a floral-decorated aisle in a rustic venue, surrounded by guests.
A couple walks down the aisle in a rustic, stone-walled venue. Guests on both sides stand and applaud.
A couple stands holding hands during a wedding ceremony in front of a stone wall with string lights. An officiant reads from a book, while guests are seated on wooden benches.
A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom standing by a stone wall. A man is speaking into a microphone, and a woman is holding a book. Guests are seated in the foreground.
Three men standing on a wooden balcony, surrounded by hanging wreaths and festive decorations, in a rustic setting.
A group of people stands on a wooden balcony in a dimly lit room with a high ceiling and hanging lights.
A group of people gathered in a rustic stone barn with string lights on the ceiling, some standing at the front and others seated, as they appear to watch or participate in a ceremony or presentation.
A wedding ceremony in a rustic stone-walled venue with string lights. A couple stands with an officiant and another person, facing seated guests.
A couple stands facing each other during a wedding ceremony with a stone wall and string lights in the background, as an officiant assists them.
A couple participates in a handfasting ceremony, surrounded by guests and lanterns, with a stone wall backdrop.
A couple stands in front of a stone wall during a ceremony. The woman officiating holds a scroll. String lights decorate the background, and guests sit nearby.
A couple exchanges rings during a wedding ceremony in front of a stone wall adorned with hanging lights. Guests are seated on both sides, and two officiants are present.
A couple kisses at their wedding ceremony in a rustic stone-walled venue with string lights, surrounded by seated guests.
A couple kisses at a rustic wedding ceremony in a stone-walled venue decorated with string lights, surrounded by seated guests.
A newlywed couple walks down the aisle, holding flowers, in a rustic venue. Guests seated on wooden benches applaud. Stone walls and string lights are visible.
A man in a suit and a woman in a floral dress with a flower crown clink glasses at a celebration, smiling at each other in a dimly lit room. She holds a bouquet of flowers.
A couple celebrates a wedding, walking through a path where guests are throwing confetti. The bride holds a bouquet, and the groom waves. Both are dressed in formal attire.
A newlywed couple walks down an outdoor path as guests throw confetti. The bride wears a white dress with floral designs, and the groom is in a green suit. Guests are cheering and taking photos.
A newlywed couple walks hand in hand down an outdoor aisle as guests throw confetti. They are surrounded by smiling friends and family.
A couple walks happily down a path while guests throw confetti. The woman wears a floral crown and holds flowers; the man is dressed in a suit. People are gathered around, celebrating.
A couple in wedding attire walk hand in hand on a grassy path, surrounded by trees and hills under a partly cloudy sky.
A couple in wedding attire walks on a path in a hilly landscape under a partly cloudy sky.
A man in a suit and a woman in a floral dress stand under a tree. The woman is in the foreground, and both are smiling. The scene is outdoors with abundant greenery.
A couple in formal attire walks through a fern-covered landscape with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky. The image is in black and white.
A bride and groom kiss outdoors in a mountainous landscape. The bride holds a bouquet and wears a floral crown. The scene is captured in black and white.
A couple in wedding attire walks down a grassy hill overlooking a rural landscape with trees and scattered buildings under a partly cloudy sky.
A couple dressed in wedding attire stands in a grassy field, with rolling hills and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
A couple in wedding attire stands on a hill, holding hands and waving towards a rural village set in a lush, tree-covered landscape under a partly cloudy sky. Black and white image.
A couple in wedding attire walks hand in hand down a sunlit forest path surrounded by greenery and scattered clouds in the sky.
Two women outdoors, smiling. The older woman leans on the younger, who is holding a bouquet and wearing a floral crown. Both wear floral-patterned dresses.
Three women sitting on a wooden bench outside, laughing and holding drinks, with stone walls in the background.
A man in a colorful shirt opens a bottle outdoors. Two people, including a person in a flower crown, are nearby. A child in the background walks toward a dark corridor.
Person in a red outfit and sun hat using a camera outdoors in a sunny setting.
A diverse group of people gathers outdoors near a rustic barn. Some are seated on benches, while others stand and interact. The scene is bathed in sunlight.
A monochrome photo shows a woman photographing, another smiling, and an older woman seated with a drink near a young girl outdoors.
A woman in a floral dress and flower crown speaks into a microphone in a rustic setting with stone walls and string lights.
A woman with a floral crown holds a microphone, gesturing while speaking. She stands indoors with string lights on the wall behind her. Two people are in the background.
People sitting at a rustic wedding reception, with a woman in a floral crown talking. String lights hang from the wooden ceiling.
A man in a beige jacket speaks into a microphone at an indoor event with blurred lights and people in the background.
A woman wearing a floral headband laughs beside a man in a suit at a festive indoor gathering.
A woman in a decorated dress and a man in a vest sit together, smiling, in a festive setting with lights and bunting. Black and white photo.
A man speaks into a microphone at a rustic indoor event. A couple listens at a table adorned with flowers and candles. The room is decorated with string lights and garlands.
A man with glasses and a vest speaks into a microphone at an indoor event, with string lights hanging above and an audience in the background.
A woman with a floral crown and a man in a suit sit at a decorated table in a rustic setting. Another person sits in the background. The scene has a festive atmosphere.
An older man carries a child on his shoulders outdoors, with a house and mountains in the background.
Two children wade through a shallow stream, holding hands. The boy wears an orange shirt and red boots, the girl a gray top and pink pants. Lush greenery surrounds them.
A man and a woman relax on green grass; he is reclining with hands behind head, and she rests her head on his shoulder, eyes closed.
A couple stands on a grassy hill with a stone wall and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
A couple stands on a grassy hill, with a large tree in the background. The man kisses the woman's forehead as they hold hands.
A couple in formal attire stands on a grassy hillside, with the man embracing the woman from behind. Trees and hills are visible in the background. The image is in black and white.
A couple laughing together on a grassy hillside, with mountains and trees in the background. They are dressed in wedding attire. Black and white image.
A group of people dance and socialize at a party in a rustic venue with stone walls and string lights.
A band performs in front of a rustic stone wall, featuring a guitarist, drummer, keyboardist, and a female singer. Strings of lights hang overhead.
Drummer and bassist performing in a rustic setting with stone walls and string lights. Drummer focused on playing, while bassist stands behind. Black and white image.
Man playing bass guitar in front of a stone wall, wearing a white shirt and in-ear monitors. Black and white photo.
Black and white image of two women dancing energetically at an indoor event, with three other people in the background.
Woman in a white dress dances joyfully in a rustic venue. Surrounding people watch, one holding a child. String lights hang from the ceiling. Black and white photo.
People dancing energetically at an indoor event, surrounded by stone walls and hanging lights, in a festive atmosphere.
People dancing in a rustic venue with stone walls and string lights overhead.
A lively group of people dancing at an indoor party, with some holding drinks and raising their hands in celebration.
A group of people dance under string lights in a rustic stone barn with exposed beams.
A couple dancing and smiling in a lively party setting, with others dancing in the background. The man holds a drink, and the woman extends her arm towards the camera.
People dancing energetically at a celebration in a rustic venue with string lights and a spotlight.
A group of people dance in a rustic stone building. String lights are hung on the ceiling and walls. Two bright lights illuminate the scene, creating a lively atmosphere.
People dancing in a rustic barn decorated with string lights. The room is filled with music and vibrant lighting creating a lively atmosphere.

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