Cripps & Co. Wedding Venues: Captured by Sophie Ruck


As an award winning photographer in Nottingham, I’ve had the absolute joy of photographing weddings at many beautiful Cripps & Co. venues across the UK. 


Each location offers its own unique charm; from rustic barns to modern garden spaces; and they all provide the perfect backdrop for timeless, heartfelt wedding photography. 


Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a grand affair, these venues are made for unforgettable memories that I love to capture in beautiful galleries you’ll treasure for a lifetime. 


Why Cripps & Co. Venues Are a Dream to Photograph


From the soft golden light at Hazel Gap Barn to the striking architecture of Thorpe Garden, each Cripps & Co. venue has been thoughtfully designed with weddings in mind and that means they’re a dream to photograph. 


These are spaces where love stories naturally unfold in the most scenic settings, and as someone who focuses on candid, documentary-style photography, they offer endless inspiration for my work.


My style is all about natural light, honest emotion and meaningful moments and when you pair that with the backdrop of a Cripps & Co. venue, magic happens.


Natural, Relaxed Wedding Photography


My approach is relaxed, unobtrusive and tailored to your day. I work quietly in the background, capturing the real moments; the laughter, the nerves, the tears, and the meaningful embraces. Whether you’re getting ready in a cosy cottage or dancing under twinkling lights in a converted barn, I’ll be there to document the details you’ll treasure forever.


These venues are a perfect fit for my style and your love story.


All the Cripps & Co. Venues I Photograph At


Every Cripps & Co. location offers something different: A few of my favourites include: 


  • Hazel Gap Barn - A local favourite for me in Nottinghamshire, with moody interiors, warm brick tones and beautiful surrounding countryside, this venue looks like something out of a fairytale and creates a truly whimsical day.


  • Shustoke Barn - Medieval stonework meets candlelit charm at this Warwickshire venue that always photographs beautifully both inside and out.


  • Thorpe Garden - A striking, modern glasshouse set within a walled garden that’s ideal for contemporary and light-filled imagery; this venue offers rustic charm in the twenty-first century.


  • Healey Barn - Northumberland’s rugged landscapes and the barn’s character-rich interiors create the most atmospheric wedding galleries. With grounds full of glorious natural spaces and interiors that are warm and architecturally whimsical, the photographs I take here are abundant with magic and natural elegance.


  • The Tithe Barn - Grand, majestic, and steeped in history, Tithe Barn is a perfect blend of tradition and drama in Yorkshire. With ruins and natural spaces to explore from dawn to dusk, this space is generous with lighting and weddings are always a pleasure to document here.


  • GrangeFields - Nestled in the Derbyshire countryside, this venue combines clean modern lines with rustic warmth. It's always a joy to be a part of weddings here, and celebrate your special day.


No matter which of these you choose for your special day, I can promise it will set the scene for an unforgettable celebration and stunning images that truly reflect the charm of your wedding.


Bespoke Packages for Cripps & Co. Couples



I understand how much thought goes into choosing your venue and my wedding photography packages are designed to match that same care. Whether you’d like full-day coverage or something more bespoke, I’m here to help you create a visual story of your day that feels personal, joyful, and real. Every couple I work with will receive a lovingly curated gallery of natural, heartfelt moments; ready to relive over and over again.


If you’re planning your wedding at one of the Cripps & Co. venues and looking for a relaxed, award winning photographer based in Nottingham who’ll capture every beautiful detail; I’d love to hear from you.