A Pauntley Court Wedding – Outdoor Vows, Rain Showers & A Bride Gone Missing (On a Boat!)
Some weddings have perfectly planned moments. Others? They have unforgettable surprises, unexpected weather twists, and a missing bride floating away on a lake. This wedding at Pauntley Court had everything—a gorgeous outdoor ceremony, an impromptu rain shower, an epic dance floor, and a German wedding tradition that left everyone running in all directions trying to find the bride (who, as it turned out, was calmly waiting on a boat in the middle of the lake!).
Outdoor Vows & A Little British Weather Drama
The day started with a dream ceremony setup—Pauntley Court’s stunning gardens, rolling countryside, and an aisle lined with the kind of florals that make you stop and stare. The couple stood hand in hand, ready to say their vows… and then, as if on cue, the rain arrived.
But these two? Absolute legends. Instead of panicking, they embraced it. Guests huddled under umbrellas, the couple laughed through the raindrops, and the whole thing felt even more romantic because of it. And just as they sealed it with a kiss? The rain stopped, the clouds parted, and the celebrations officially began.
The Reception… and The Disappearing Bride
With the ceremony done and drinks flowing, the energy at Pauntley Court was electric. Speeches? Tear-jerking one minute, laugh-out-loud funny the next. Food? Absolutely spot-on. Everything was shaping up to be the perfect wedding reception—until the bride suddenly disappeared.
The Great Bride Hunt – A German Wedding Tradition (with a Twist!)
Now, this isn’t just any wedding tradition. In Germany, it’s customary for the bride to be “kidnapped” by friends, leaving the groom to hunt her down—and trust me, this groom had his work cut out for him.
Cue total chaos. Guests shouting clues, people running in every direction, the groom tearing across the grounds in search of his missing wife… and then, someone looked towards the lake.
And there she was. On a boat. In the middle of the water.
While the groom and half the wedding party had been searching Pauntley Court’s gardens, the bride had been expertly smuggled onto a boat, floating just out of reach, watching the whole thing unfold with a grin. Once the groom finally spotted her, the crowd erupted—absolute wedding day gold.
An Epic Dance Floor That Just Didn’t Quit
And just when we thought things couldn’t get any better? The party kicked into overdrive.
From the first song to the last, the dance floor was non-stop energy. Think hands in the air, shoes abandoned, and a few very questionable dance moves (some of which definitely involved the groom making up for his failed detective skills). The DJ kept the beats rolling, the drinks kept flowing, and the newlyweds? Dance floor royalty.
Why This Wedding Was One for the Books
This wasn’t just a wedding—it was an adventure. The unexpected rain, the high-stakes bride hunt, the absolute madness of the dance floor—every single part of the day was full of laughter, love, and moments that no one will ever forget.
To my incredible couple—thank you for letting me be part of this wild, wonderful, and totally unforgettable day. And to Pauntley Court? You continue to be the dreamiest spot for a wedding—rain, shine, or surprise boat kidnappings.
