A Civil, Christian & Hindu Wedding at Brympton House | Mitali & James

If you’re planning a wedding at Brympton House, you’ll love this multicultural wedding for inspiration!

When Mitali and James first got in touch, they told me they were planning an intimate Christian ceremony followed by a larger Hindu celebration later in the day. They said they wanted their photos and film to capture the warmth and happiness of the day through natural, candid moments and honestly, I knew from that enquiry alone that we were going to get along.

The thing I loved most about their plans wasn’t necessarily the fact they were having multiple ceremonies. It was how much emphasis they placed on their people. Every part of the day felt centred around family, friends and celebrating together, rather than worrying about traditions for the sake of tradition.

Fast forward to their wedding day at Brympton House and it was everything I hoped it would be.

There was laughter. There were tears. There were dhol drummers. There were aunties helping drape sarees. There was confetti flying through the air while church bells rang in the background.

And there was so much joy.

From the moment I arrived, the whole day felt less like turning up to photograph a wedding and more like being invited to celebrate alongside a group of friends.

Getting Ready at Brympton House

One of the things I love about Brympton House is how much space there is for everyone to spread out and enjoy the day. The venue feels grand without feeling intimidating and somehow manages to feel both elegant and relaxed at the same time.

The day began with final preparations before guests arrived for the Civil Ceremony. While coverage of the morning was intentionally kept fairly relaxed, there was still so much happening around us. Family members greeting each other, friends helping with last minute jobs and that lovely buzz that always happens when people know something special is about to begin.

One of my favourite parts of the entire day came later when Mitali was getting ready for the Hindu ceremony. The bridal suite was absolutely full of life. Her mum, grandma, sisters, bridesmaids and extended family were all helping each other get ready, chatting, laughing and making sure everything was perfect. Sarees were being draped, jewellery was being adjusted and every corner of the room seemed to have a conversation happening.

As a photographer, these are the moments I love most.

Not because they’re dramatic.

But because they’re real.

Years from now, these will be the moments that bring people straight back to how the day felt.

A Beautiful Civil AND Christian Ceremony

YEP! YOU READ THAT RIGHT!

These guys had a civil and a church ceremony in the morning, a first for us but OMG was it beautiful, watching them get married twice was incredible and everything I love about weddings. Mitali and James began their wedding day with an intimate civil ceremony then we walked across the venue to the church building onsite for the second ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends.

One of my favourite things about photographing ceremonies is watching people’s reactions. Everyone focuses on the couple, which obviously makes sense, but I love looking around the room. The proud parents. The emotional grandparents. The best friend trying not to cry.

The ceremony was full of those moments.

Nothing felt rushed. Nothing felt staged. It simply felt like two people who were incredibly excited to be marrying each other.

Afterwards, guests gathered outside for confetti while church bells rang overhead. It was one of those moments that felt straight out of a film and seeing Mitali and James walk through a sea of smiling faces was incredibly special.

A Hindu Ceremony Filled With Joy

If those ceremonies felt intimate and emotional, the Hindu ceremony brought an entirely different energy.

The groom’s procession, complete with dhol drummers, transformed the atmosphere almost instantly. Guests were dancing, cheering and celebrating before the ceremony had even begun. It was impossible not to smile.

One of the things I loved most about Mitali and James’ wedding was how naturally both cultures were celebrated throughout the day. Nothing felt performative. Nothing felt like it had been included because it was expected.

It simply felt like them.

When Mitali made her entrance into the ceremony, accompanied by family members while a cloth shielded her from James’ view, you could feel the anticipation building among the guests. It was such a beautiful moment and one that perfectly reflected the importance of family throughout the entire day.

Confetti, Couple Portraits and Making Time for What Matters

One thing I always tell nearlyweds is that your wedding day goes by ridiculously quickly.

One minute you’re getting ready and the next you’re being announced into dinner wondering where the day disappeared to.

That’s why I loved how Mitali and James approached their timeline.

Rather than filling every minute with activities, they built in time to actually enjoy the day. Time for hugs. Time for conversations. Time for celebrating with the people they’d travelled from all over to see.

After the Christian ceremony, we snuck away for a few portraits around Brympton House before they joined their guests for lunch. The grounds at Brympton House are absolutely gorgeous and there are so many beautiful spots for photographs without needing to disappear for ages.

One thing I loved about Mitali and James is how quickly they wanted to get back to their guests.

The photographs were important, but the people were more important.

And honestly, that’s always when the best photographs happen anyway.

Speeches, Traditions and a Packed Dance Floor

As the afternoon turned into evening, guests gathered together for dinner, speeches and the next stage of the celebrations. There was so much laughter throughout the speeches and it was obvious just how loved these two are. Every speaker had a story to tell and every story seemed to reveal something new about them.

One of my favourite things about photographing weddings is watching how different groups of people come together throughout the day.

Friends meeting family.

Family meeting other family.

People who have heard stories about each other for years finally getting the chance to meet.

By the evening it felt like one giant family gathering.

The dance floor opened and stayed busy for the rest of the night. Guests danced, celebrated and made the absolute most of every moment.

The Couple

One of the things I always say is that the best weddings aren’t necessarily the most expensive or the most elaborate.

They’re the weddings where you can feel how loved the couple are.

That’s exactly what Mitali and James’ wedding felt like.

Throughout the entire day there was such a strong sense of warmth. Whether it was family helping with final preparations, guests dancing during the procession or friends cheering during the evening celebrations, there was so much love everywhere you looked.

As a wedding photographer, there are some weddings where you’re very aware you’re there to do a job.

This wasn’t one of them.

By the end of the day, it felt less like I’d spent the day working and more like I’d been invited to celebrate alongside a group of friends.

Those are always my favourite weddings to photograph because when people feel comfortable, when they’re fully present and when they’re genuinely enjoying themselves, that’s when the magic happens.

Mitali and James created exactly the kind of wedding I love being part of. It was joyful, welcoming, full of personality and completely centred around the people they love most.

I left Brympton House with sore feet, a full memory card and a massive smile on my face.

Why Brympton House is a Great Place to Get Married

If you’re looking for a Somerset wedding venue that can effortlessly host a multicultural wedding, Brympton House is hard to beat.

The venue offers beautiful ceremony spaces, stunning gardens and enough flexibility to make the day completely your own. Whether you’re planning a traditional wedding, a fusion wedding or something totally unique, Brympton House provides an incredible backdrop.