REAL WEDDINGS
A Rock'n'Roll Romance at Dalton Old Pump House
REAL WEDDINGS
A Rock'n'Roll Romance at Dalton Old Pump House
REAL WEDDING
READ THE ROMANCE
THE PERFECT PAIR
Magical supernova love are the words Ashleigh and Danny used to sum up their day; a celebration of unbridled joy and musically-intertwined adoration, long-time London-based lovers Ashleigh and Danny were the main acts of this phenomenally epic wedding hosted at Dalton Old Pump House, with it’s urban-esque industrial aesthetics and gold-gilded glamour providing the perfect backdrop.
SETTING THE SCENE
Despite living in London for over a decade Ashleigh and Danny knew they wanted to get married in their native North East, so when they heard that Dalton Old Pump House (just a two minute drive from Danny’s parents’ house) was being renovated, it was the perfect story.
They viewed it when it was still a derelict building, but the sheer magnitude of the building, history within the walls and promise of what was to come was enough to seal the deal. Lady Dalton was their calling.
IT’S BREATHTAKING. THE OWNERS HAVE DONE SUCH A GOOD JOB AT KEEPING A LOT OF THE ORIGINAL FEATURES AND PAIRING THEM WITH MODERN TOUCHES. IT REALLY IS SO, SO SPECIAL.
Often it is the bride who takes the reins with planning, but Danny’s commitment to the cause and desire to be involved in every decision is a testament to the soul-searching love this couple has. They opted to dress the venue with timeless and classic white David Austen Garden Roses and deftly-dusty green foliage, executed magically by Wild and Wonderful Flowers.
LET’S TALK FASHION
Perhaps the starring act was the Italian-feel fashion on show. Ashleigh with a slick back bun, Chanel pearl earrings and an incredible divinely dramatic Gemy Maalouf full lace gown; Danny in his black Ted Baker tux, Gucci loafers and Cuban cigar – and a bridal army dressed in mismatched black dresses – this was the stuff of movies (is it any wonder they chose to honeymoon in Naples?)
THE BIG DAY
After tying the knot in the Engine Room, the couple headed outside into gale force winds to celebrate with guests, joined by their dog Ziggy and a getaway Ford Mustang. Once winds had dropped the sun came out and guests sipped champagne and beers on the outdoor terrace, before heading in for a ravishing reception.
Tables were named after their favourite bands – music is clearly a large part of Ashleigh and Danny’s bond – and after a lavish three-course dinner, the bride headed to the Bridal Suite to change into a halterneck mini and all white Adidas Superstar trainers. Cue tequila shots and late night revelry beneath crystal chandeliers.
MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
We love when a couple’s personal style and a photographer’s eye come together in perfect harmony, and this was very much the case for Danny and Ashleigh’s collaboration with gifted lensmith Kate Borrill – which was booked two years prior to the nuptials. With a background in fashion photography and a documentary shooting style, she snapped this stylish couple’s natural glamour and the day’s ensuing revelry beautifully. As Ashleigh says, “her talent for capturing weddings in the moment is out of this world!”
See this wedding pretty in print, in Belle Bridal Issue 27 - hot off the press January 2024.
