Some weddings are remembered for the grand details, while others stay with you because of the little moments — the laughter, the unexpected surprises and the thoughtful touches that make the day completely personal to the couple.

For Laura and Andrew, their ceremony-only wedding at Ocean Kave in Westward Ho! was certainly filled with all of those things.

From the moment they began planning their wedding, they wanted their guests to have a wonderful experience. They thought carefully about every detail, creating a relaxed and enjoyable day that brought together two very different locations and, most importantly, all the people they loved.

Choosing the Perfect Wedding Photographer

Laura and Andrew knew they needed a photographer who could capture every part of their wedding day and bring the two very different settings together into one beautiful story.

They chose Simon Whatley from Acronym Photography to photograph their special day.

With a wealth of experience as a wedding photographer, Simon knows how to capture those fleeting moments that make each wedding unique, and examples of his work can often be found in glossy wedding magazines.

For Laura and Andrew, choosing the right photographer was particularly important. Their wedding celebrations were taking place across two very different locations, so they needed someone who could move seamlessly between them and create a wedding album that told the story of the entire day as one connected celebration.

And there was certainly plenty for Simon to capture.

A Day Full of Love, Laughter & a Few Surprises

Laura and Andrew's wedding day was packed with love and laughter — along with a few unexpected moments along the way!

One of the biggest surprises came before Andrew had even arrived at the venue, when a car bumped into the back of the groom on his way to Ocean Kave.

Not exactly the wedding-day arrival anyone had planned!

Thankfully, it became one of those unforgettable stories that will no doubt be told and retold for years to come — and a perfect reminder that sometimes the best wedding memories are the moments you simply can't plan for.

Laura’s Elegant Vintage Lace Gown

And then there was Laura.

She looked simply beautiful in her vintage lace, floor-length wedding gown, a true vision of elegance and grace.

Her timeless dress perfectly suited the romantic atmosphere of Ocean Kave, with its beautiful lace detailing creating an effortlessly elegant bridal look.

As Laura made her way down the aisle on the arm of her son, the atmosphere inside the Kave changed.

There was a real hum of love in the room as everyone watched her make her way towards Andrew.

It was one of those quiet, emotional moments that photographs can capture beautifully — but that everyone lucky enough to be there will remember for themselves.

Andrew’s Country Tweed Style

Andrew complemented his bride perfectly in a stylish navy country tweed suit, bringing a relaxed yet sophisticated touch to his wedding-day look.

Together, Laura and Andrew looked every inch the happy couple as they stood surrounded by their family and friends, ready to begin this next chapter of their lives.

And while their outfits couldn't have been more perfectly suited to the setting, it was the atmosphere between them and their guests that really made the day.

A Ceremony-Only Wedding Designed Around Their Guests

Laura and Andrew chose to have their wedding ceremony at Ocean Kave before continuing their celebrations at another location.

For them, this meant they could enjoy the spectacular North Devon coastal setting for their ceremony while still having the freedom to create the rest of their wedding day somewhere else.

They also wanted to make things as easy as possible for their guests.

So, rather than asking everyone to make their own way between locations, Laura and Andrew arranged a coach through Taw & Torridge Coach Hire to transport their guests to and from the venue.

It was another thoughtful touch that allowed everyone to relax, enjoy themselves and concentrate on celebrating.

Hugo Spritz, Canapés & Time to Celebrate

After the ceremony, the newlyweds and their guests gathered on the lawn at Ocean Kave.

There were delicious canapés, refreshing Hugo Spritz and plenty of time to chat, laugh and take in the beautiful surroundings.

With the spectacular North Devon coastline as their backdrop, it was the perfect way to pause and enjoy the moment before everyone headed off to continue the celebrations.

For Laura and Andrew, these moments were just as important as the ceremony itself.

They had created a wedding day where their guests could feel included, relaxed and genuinely part of their celebration.

Bringing Two Wedding Locations Together

One of the things that made Laura and Andrew's wedding particularly special was the way the different parts of the day came together.

Their ceremony at Ocean Kave provided a dramatic coastal setting, while their reception offered a completely different atmosphere.

Having Simon from Acronym Photography there to capture both locations meant that none of the story was lost.

From Laura walking down the aisle, to Andrew's unexpected roadside mishap, from the emotional ceremony to Hugo Spritz and canapés on the lawn, every part of the day could be brought together into one story.

And that's exactly what a great wedding album should do — take you back through the entire day, from beginning to end.

A Wedding Day That Was Uniquely Laura & Andrew

Looking back at Laura and Andrew's wedding, it's the personal touches that really stand out.

The vintage lace gown. The country tweed suit. Laura walking down the aisle with her son. The laughter and emotion inside the Kave. The coach arranged for their guests. The Hugo Spritz and canapés on the lawn.

And, of course, the rather unexpected bump on the way to the venue!

Together, all these moments created a wedding day that was unmistakably Laura and Andrew.

Their story is also a wonderful example of what makes a ceremony-only wedding at Ocean Kave so special. You don't have to follow a traditional wedding-day format. Instead, you can choose the ceremony setting that means something to you, enjoy time with your guests and then continue your celebrations somewhere completely different.

For couples looking for a coastal wedding venue in Westward Ho! or a ceremony-only wedding venue in North Devon, Ocean Kave offers a beautiful and memorable place to begin your wedding celebrations.

And just like Laura and Andrew, you can make every detail your own.