Billy and Steph’s story began at school, where they were in the same year but never truly crossed paths. It wasn’t until later, through mutual friends, that their connection began to grow. “What started as friendship became shameless flirting,” Steph laughs, eventually leading to a relationship that would stand the test of time.Their proposal was just as memorable as their story. During a camping trip to the Lake District, Billy had planned to propose at the top of Scafell Pike, but unpredictable weather had other ideas. Instead, during a quiet moment by Wastwater, he seized the opportunity. “It turned into the most perfect, intimate, quiet moment,” Steph recalls. Well, and a few sheep! When it came to choosing their venue, the decision felt deeply personal. An Actor, Steph runs an outdoor theatre company, The Living Theatre Whitwell, set within the stunning grounds of St Paul’s Walden Bury Estate. Hosting their wedding there meant celebrating in a place filled with meaning. “It was built with so much love by people who mean so much to us,” she says. The couple held their ceremony in the estate’s formal gardens before moving to the theatre space for a relaxed and joyful reception. Their styling reflected Steph’s love of autumnal tones, despite their summer wedding date. Rusty oranges, deep greens and golds created a warm, romantic palette, complemented by rustic details including wooden tables, a tipi and soft lighting. 34
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