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A laid-back (and wet) wedding at Teybrook Orchard, Browning Brothers in Essex.

Helen
2 days ago
3 min read

A relaxed, rainy (and glorious) Browning Brothers Teybrook Orchard Wedding. Full of music, ice cream and ping pong!

If you’re dreaming of a fun, festival-style wedding with total chill vibes, then Browning Brothers Teybrook Orchard might just be your perfect match. Hidden away in the Essex countryside, this woodland wedding venue is full of character, and Helen & Paul's wedding was a perfect example of how relaxed, joyful and utterly them your day can be here.

Guests seated under umbrellas at a woodland wedding ceremony at Browning Brothers' Teybrook Orchard in Essex, with the couple standing beneath a flower-adorned wooden arch surrounded by tall trees and fairy lights. — A wedding day that basically said “British weather? We’ll take it all, thanks.”

Chilled morning vibes getting ready with friends, a celebrant led woodland ceremony where the rain almost behaved, and then the skies really let loose during the drinks reception. Did that stop anyone? Absolutely not. The ice cream was still flowing, umbrellas popped up, and everyone just laughed through it.

By the afternoon the sun made a comeback, and the rest of the day was all street food, ping pong, live music and belly laughs.

Oh, and not one, but two first dances. One with the band, one with the DJ. Because why not?

A woodland ceremony under the trees at Browning Brothers...

If you're dreaming of something a little wild and wonderfully untraditional in Essex, Browning Brothers offers the perfect setting. Think tall trees, natural light, and that peaceful forest vibe that instantly makes everyone slow down and soak it all in.

Helen & Paul first met through their shared love of climbing, so it was only fitting that their wedding ceremony included a nod to how their journey began. Tucked into the colourful floral arrangements on their wooden mountain-shaped ceremony arch were carabiners, a subtle but meaningful detail that brought their story full circle. The vibrant flowers, mixed with personal touches like these, made the whole setting feel completely “them”, adventurous, joyful and full of love.

This particular ceremony was celebrant-led by Shelia from Spotlight Ceremonies, which meant it was entirely personal to the couple, filled with their story, their people, and lots of emotion. There’s something really magical about saying your vows under a canopy of leaves, surrounded by nature and the people you love. Even when the light rain began to fall, it only added to the atmosphere. Guests snuggled under umbrellas and embraced the elements, proving once again that a little weather never dampens the joy.

A rainy drinks reception (with ice cream, obviously!)

That’s the beauty of a Browning Brothers wedding, it’s not about perfection, it’s about personality and presence. The guests grabbed their drinks, found shelter under the stretch tent, and carried on celebrating with muddy shoes and happy hearts.

Even in the rain, the ice cream was a total hit, because when you’ve just seen your mates get married in the forest, you deserve a celebratory scoop (or two). The whole vibe was relaxed and joyful, with guests chatting and laughing while watching the weather do its thing. It’s a perfect example of how this venue really works with nature, not against it. Nothing feels forced or too polished, just real, beautiful moments come rain or shine.

As the clouds began to clear, the energy lifted even more. Everyone spilled back outside for the next chapter of the day, full of yummy street food, ping pong, and some seriously good music.

My favourite moments from this Teybrook Orchard wedding...

A few of my highlights from this soggy but relaxed, outdoor celebration at this Browning Bros day. From the woodland ceremony to relaxed festival vibes, live music and golden-hour portraits. A dreamy venue for fun, nature-filled weddings!

Thinking about tying the knot under the trees at Browning Brothers?

Hey, I’m Helen – the face behind Pinky Promise Photography. I specialise in photographing colourful, relaxed and joy-filled weddings for fun-loving couples. I was born and raised in Essex and now based in Norfolk but always happy to travel – especially for woodland, outdoor or festival-style weddings like this one! If you’re planning something a bit different, I’d love to hear about it.

Drop me an email and lets chat!