A romantic scene by a lily pond in a garden with autumn foliage creating a warm, ethereal atmosphere.

Chycara, Cornwall


Chycara in Cornwall offers serene countryside charm, lush gardens, and rustic elegance. Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, Chycara offers a blend of natural beauty and intimate spaces, perfect for capturing unforgettable moments.

Chycara occupies 14 beautiful acres of the Bissoe Valley. This tranquil setting is home to an abundance of Trees, plants, ponds, streams & wildlife – providing a stunning backdrop for a fun and relaxed wedding day.

An outdoor wedding venue with a white tent and wooden gazebo overlooking a serene pond during sunset.

Samantha Masters

Are you looking for a photographer who has worked in some of the best UK Wedding Venues?
I provide wedding photography in Shropshire, Staffordshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and beyond.

I'm a weddimg photographer with 11 years of beautiful weddings behind me. I am a Recommended Photographer for Chycara Cornwall and 10 other beautiful venues around the UK.

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Being a recommended photographer for Chycara in Cornwall is a rewarding role that blends artistry with local expertise. As someone familiar with the venue’s unique charm, you gain the trust of couples seeking someone who knows exactly how to capture their day at this idyllic location.

Outdoor wedding reception setup with a white tent and wooden gazebo near a pond on a sunny autumn day.

The Wedding Ceremony...


Chycara's wedding gazebo sits quietly on an island, connected to your guests by a wooden bridge, giving you a sense of serenity and privacy, whilst friends and family watch nearby.

Two people sit together on a porch with white columns on a sunny day.
Guests sit under a white outdoor tent at a garden event during sunset.
A group of people seated under a canopy at a formal event listening attentively.
A luxury Hyundai car parked next to a white outdoor event tent with palm trees in front on a gravel path.

Katie & Gilbert's beautiful wedding...


Katie arrives by car as Gilbert waits for her at the gazebo bridge.

People gathered around a black car outdoors on a sunny day with trees and foliage in the background.
A joyful moment captured outdoors next to a car, showing heartwarming emotional expressions between two people.
Two people stand on a wooden boardwalk by a covered gazebo near a pond on an autumn day.

Katie's Dad walks her over the bridge to Gilbert.

Wedding party in coral pink bridesmaid dresses walking across wooden bridge towards garden gazebo.

I embrace the natural beauty of Chycara by blending storytelling with landscape photography — Cornwall’s charm lies in its organic, picturesque surroundings. Couples will love seeing their love story unfold against such a timeless backdrop.

A wooden gazebo overlooks a serene pond surrounded by autumn trees at dusk creating a romantic setting.

Katie & Gilbert's wedding ceremony...

Three people in pink formal dresses sit together during a special occasion against a light-colored backdrop.
People sit in an audience watching attentively during an indoor event with warm lighting.
A couple stands in a rustic wooden gazebo decorated with hanging white flowers and candle lanterns for an intimate ceremony.
A wooden gazebo overlooking a serene pond surrounded by bare trees in autumn creates a romantic setting.
Wooden gazebo with rustic railing on a deck surrounded by autumn trees during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A couple stands under a rustic wooden gazebo decorated with delicate white floral arrangements.
Wedding guests in pink and gray attire applaud during an outdoor tent ceremony.
A couple shares a romantic moment in a wooden gazebo surrounded by autumn trees.
Outdoor wedding ceremony under draped fabric with guests seated on chairs along a white aisle runner at rustic venue.
Wooden gazebo decorated with floral arrangements during an intimate outdoor wedding ceremony.
People sit together in vintage attire on wooden chairs at an outdoor event, bathed in warm sunlight.
A couple exchanging vows in a rustic wooden gazebo during an intimate outdoor wedding ceremony.
A couple exchanges vows during an intimate outdoor wedding ceremony under a wooden gazebo decorated with white flowers.
A couple shares a candid moment at their wedding reception while seated at a rustic wooden table with elegant decor.
A romantic couple embraces in a wooden gazebo decorated with white floral arrangements in a serene forest setting.

As guests look on Katie & Gilb take their first steps as man and wife.

A romantic outdoor wedding ceremony taking place on a wooden bridge under a gazebo with guests watching from both sides.

Time for the drinks reception...

A couple stands on a rustic stone bridge in an autumn garden during golden hour at a romantic outdoor wedding.
Candlelit pathway leads guests along a rustic garden setting at an outdoor evening wedding ceremony.
An elegant white wedding welcome sign with floral accents stands on an easel near wooden stairs outdoors.
Wedding guests gather on a gravel path surrounded by autumn trees at an outdoor ceremony venue on an overcast day.

Guests gather infront of the Wedding Barn for drinks with the new Mr & Mrs!

A wedding reception gathering takes place at a rustic barn venue at dusk with bare tree branches overhead.
People outdoors greeting a black dog on a driveway near a rustic cabin in a wooded setting.
Three people in formal attire pet and interact with a black dog on a gravel path surrounded by trees.
Couple in wedding attire stands on garden path with black dog at rustic venue.
Group stands together outdoors in rustic garden setting with wooden structures and desert plants in warm sepia tones.
A candid moment at an outdoor wedding reception on a wooden deck surrounded by lush greenery.
People gather around wooden outdoor furniture with a fire pit at a rustic backyard event setting.
Dog and person share a tender embrace on outdoor bench during an autumn photoshoot.
A social gathering in a garden setting features people interacting outdoors against a backdrop of autumn foliage.
A happy black dog stands among people wearing colorful dresses and shoes on a gravel surface outside.
Happy black dog jumps up to greet couple at casual outdoor gathering on gravel path.
A group stands on a curved wooden bridge in a forest setting during autumn.
Wedding guests in formal attire gather outdoors for a social reception in a natural setting.
A professional networking event shows people engaged in conversation wearing business attire.
Wedding guests mingle and chat during an outdoor autumn reception with warm fall colors in the background.
Wedding attendees embrace and celebrate during an intimate outdoor autumn celebration.
An emotional candid moment shared between a bride and wedding guests at an outdoor celebration.
An elegant rustic wedding reception venue with white tablecloths, chiavari chairs and a wooden beam ceiling.

The Wedding Barn...


The wedding barn at Chycara offers a modern approach to a barn style wedding, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the lush gardens surrounding it.

The venue is a blank canvas. Katie & Gilb's wedding decor looked beautiful on their day.

Elegant wedding seating chart with blush pink rose and floral design details displayed on white easel.
Glowing neon sign reading 'Love You to the Moon and Back' displayed in cursive against a blurred natural background.
Elegant wedding reception venue with rustic wood ceiling, white tables and chairs, and warm ambient lighting.
Long reception table with white linens and wooden chiavari chairs decorated with romantic peach floral arrangements.
Elegant white table setting at a wedding reception with chiavari chairs, wine glasses and place cards arranged neatly.
An elegant rustic wedding reception venue with white tablecloths, chiavari chairs and wooden beam ceiling.
Elegant wedding reception venue with white chiavari chairs and table settings under a draped ceiling with twinkling lights.
A vintage-style table setting with place card, glass vase and dried fall leaves in warm peach tones.
An elegant table setting with eucalyptus garland, wine glasses, and place settings for a formal dinner or wedding reception.
Elegant four-tier semi-naked wedding cake decorated with blush pink roses and greenery on a rustic wooden backdrop.
A large group of wedding guests gather outdoors for a photo in front of trees and a rustic pavilion.

Group shots taken in Chycara's beautiful gardens...

Three women in pink and white dresses pose together outdoors in a garden setting.
A wedding party stands together on a garden path with blooming trees in the background.
Two men wearing formal suits and ties stand together smiling on a garden path surrounded by trees and greenery.
A group of people walking together on a grassy area decorated with small candles or lanterns on the ground.

Lawn Games...


Whilst taking the group shots, the rest of Katie & Gilb's guests could play garden games and enjoy their drinks.

People enjoying an outdoor picnic with lawn games and blankets spread out on green grass during a social gathering.
Two friends playing a game of Connect Four outdoors in a park setting with people visible in the background.
People enjoy a relaxing outdoor gathering with blankets on grass while someone operates a music device in the foreground.
People in flowing pink dresses dance on a patchwork picnic blanket at an outdoor garden party.
Wedding party in coral and floral dresses gather on a picnic blanket during an outdoor celebration.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a rustic outdoor dance floor near a barn venue at sunset.
Couple playing outdoor lawn games with giant Jenga blocks at sunset during a rustic wedding event.
Two people play a life-sized Jenga game outdoors while dressed in formal attire and laughing together.
A group gathers around a giant Connect Four game at an outdoor event with rustic decor.
A lively outdoor wedding reception features guests playing Connect Four on the lawn during a sunny afternoon.
Wedding guests play outdoor lawn games at a rustic venue during a sunset reception celebration.
A group gathers outdoors in a garden setting during autumn, engaged in lively conversation and celebration.
People gather for drinks and conversation at a wooden outdoor table in a lush garden setting on a cloudy day.
A couple shares an intimate moment in a lush garden setting during autumn with warm lighting and trees surrounding them.

Perfect spots for couple portraits...


Knowing the best spots for portraits — such as the tranquil lake, lush gardens, or wooded pathways — allows me to guide couples effortlessly through their photo sessions.

A bride and groom share an intimate moment outdoors during their wedding ceremony next to a large tree trunk.
Two people share a romantic moment by a lily pond surrounded by autumn trees in a tranquil garden setting.
A romantic garden scene beside a lily pond with blooming trees and stone pillars in warm autumn colors.
A loving couple embraces under blooming spring trees during a romantic outdoor wedding photoshoot.
A romantic outdoor wedding scene in a rustic garden setting with blossoming trees and warm vintage tones.
A couple walks together in formal attire through an apple orchard on a sunny autumn afternoon.
A couple stands on a rustic wooden bridge near a garden shed on an overcast autumn day.
A couple in wedding attire share an intimate moment among the rustic stone and lush greenery at their outdoor ceremony.
Romantic couple in white embracing in a dreamy autumn garden setting with rustic stone pillars.
A couple shares a romantic moment in front of vibrant pink azalea bushes near a rustic wooden structure in a garden setting.
A wedding couple shares a joyous moment together against a backdrop of vibrant red bougainvillea flowers.
Wedding party shares joyful laughter in hallway while holding elegant white floral bouquet.

The new Mr & Mrs welcommed into their wedding breakfast room...

A sepia-toned view of guests dining in an elegant wedding reception venue with wooden ceiling beams and round tables.
Wedding reception celebration in warm lighting with guests gathered around dining table during speeches and toasts.
Intimate indoor wedding reception at a rustic venue with wooden beams and large windows overlooking a winter landscape.
Wedding guests gather around an elegant banquet table decorated with floral arrangements at a rustic indoor venue.
Wedding party members stand at a decorated head table with floral garlands inside a rustic wooden event venue.
Wedding guests enjoying a relaxed reception dinner with natural lighting at long banquet table with wine bottles and floral decor.
Wedding guests share laughter and conversation during a reception dinner at an elegant table setting with wine bottles.
Wedding guests enjoying conversation and drinks at an elegantly set round table during an indoor reception celebration.
A group of people enjoying conversation and laughs at an evening social gathering with warm lighting and festive decor.
A warm-toned reception party scene with guests gathered in conversation under soft lighting and decorative elements.
Guests in formal attire gathered at a wedding reception with twinkling lights in the background.
Wedding guests sit at a dinner table with glowing string lights in the background during an evening reception.
Wedding guests smiling and enjoying conversation at a reception dinner table with wine glasses and candlelight.
Wedding guests enjoying a candid moment at a reception gathering, laughing and smiling around a dining table.
People engage in conversation during a social gathering at a dining event.
Wedding guests enjoy a rustic reception venue with wooden beams and glowing pendant lights overhead.

Time for the speeches...

Wedding reception at head table with floral garland decorations and guests giving speeches.
Wedding guests seated at tables during reception in rustic wooden venue with natural lighting.
Wedding guests seated at an elegant reception table with floral decorations while someone delivers a speech.
Wedding reception guests enjoy dinner and conversation at tables in a rustic wood-paneled venue with skylights.
Wedding guests seated at an elegant reception dinner table while someone gives a speech during the celebration.
Guests seated at a round table with drinks share laughter during an elegant indoor event with warm lighting.
Wedding reception guests seated at long white-clothed table with wine glasses during dinner toasts and speeches.
Wedding reception guests laughing and smiling at decorated tables during an indoor evening celebration.
Guests applauding at a wedding reception with twinkle lights and pink floral decorations.
Wedding guests seated at an elegant head table with formal place settings and glassware during reception festivities.
Candid moment of laughter and joy during wedding reception toasts and speeches.
Emotional wedding reception moment captured during dinner speeches with guests seated at decorated banquet table.
Reception guests with microphone share joyful laughter during wedding toasts at an indoor venue.
Wedding reception guests seated at round tables in a rustic wooden barn venue with warm lighting and elegant decor.
Wedding reception guests seated at tables enjoy dinner and speeches at a rustic barn venue with wooden beams.
People seated in a row at an event share laughter and joyful reactions while in formal attire during a gathering.
A speaker delivers a toast during an elegant wedding reception with sparkly lights and decorative table settings.
Guests at an elegant dinner reception raise their glasses in a toast during a warmly lit indoor celebration.
Guests seated at long wedding reception tables in rustic wooden venue with exposed beams and soft lighting.
People gather around a table during a social event creating a warm atmosphere with soft lighting and smiles.
Celebratory moment during a wedding reception in a rustic wooden barn venue decorated with twinkling lights.
Three people in matching pink dresses share a joyful moment together while being photographed at a rustic venue.

Time to relax after the wedding breakfast...

A photographer captures two women in white dresses laughing together during a photo session at a rustic venue.
Four women stand together at an event venue with a decorative floral arch and wooden details in the background.
Three people engaged in casual conversation at an outdoor event in warm sunlight.
Two students study at outdoor picnic tables on a sunny day in a park with autumn trees in the background.
A person in a flowing pink dress walks across a sunny park lawn with autumn trees and other people in the background.
A group plays lawn games at an outdoor party with people in formal attire and colorful dresses.
A group of friends share an emotional embrace outdoors during golden hour, wearing elegant formal attire.
A person in a beige dress and sunglasses holds a croquet mallet while playing on a sunny lawn in autumn.
Guests share animated conversation during an outdoor party, with one wearing a pink dress and another in a white shirt.
People sharing laughter and joyful moments during an outdoor wedding celebration with red foliage in background.
Three people laugh together while standing on a wooden deck with autumn trees in the background.
Wedding guests in formal attire share a lighthearted moment during an outdoor celebration.
A group of wedding guests share a candid laughing moment together at an outdoor garden celebration.
Romantic wedding couple share an intimate moment under floral arch with neon sign saying 'Love you to the Moon and Back'.
Wedding guests gather in a rustic sunroom venue with wood paneling and natural lighting during a celebration.
A group of people enjoying wine while dining outdoors at a wooden table in a garden setting.
A group gathers on wooden steps outside a rustic cabin with a terracotta roof during a social event.
Wedding party members in formal attire share a joyful moment amid tropical plants at an outdoor venue.
People sitting on wooden benches at an outdoor gathering with drinks enjoying laughter and conversation together.
People sitting at outdoor furniture enjoying a casual gathering in a garden setting.
A group of people sharing laughs and conversation on a patio outside of a rustic building.
A couple shares a warm moment on a wooden deck in front of a rustic building with terracotta roof tiles.
A relaxed indoor gathering in a sunlit wooden room with multiple guests enjoying conversation.
A wooden gazebo surrounded by autumn trees on a boardwalk over water during a peaceful sunset.

Golden Hour Couple Portraits...

A rustic wooden gazebo in a garden setting at sunset with silhouettes visible inside the structure.
A couple stands on a wooden gazebo bridge over a tranquil pond at sunset, creating a romantic reflection in the water.
A couple stands together on a lakeside wooden deck with a gazebo and tent canopy at sunset.
A wooden gazebo reflects in a tranquil pond at sunset with autumn trees and lily pads creating a peaceful setting.
A couple shares a romantic moment at a decorated wooden gazebo during their wedding ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire embrace on a wooden bridge over water, creating a romantic reflection in the pond below.
A romantic couple shares a tender kiss in a dreamy sepia-toned setting amongst tree branches.
A romantic couple shares an intimate moment among willow branches in warm sepia tones during a sunset photoshoot.
A couple shares an intimate joyful moment at their wedding ceremony, wearing a white gown and black suit.
Romantic couple sharing an intimate moment in a golden sunlit garden setting during their wedding day.
Close up shot of couple holding hands with engagement ring in warm golden light during sunset outdoors.
Newlywed couple shares a joyful moment together during their outdoor wedding celebration.
A joyful couple shares a candid laugh together during their outdoor wedding celebration.
A couple shares their first dance under twinkling lights at an elegant indoor wedding reception.

Katie & Gilb's First Dance...

A couple shares an intimate first dance at their wedding reception while guests watch from the edges of the dimly lit venue.
Modern DJ setup with pink illuminated columns and customized neon signage in a rustic industrial venue space.
Two people share a romantic dance at a wedding reception with neon lights and floral decor in the background.
A romantic first dance captured at a wedding reception with a glowing neon sign in the background.
A couple shares their wedding dance under wooden beams in a warmly lit rustic venue.
Wedding guests watch as a couple dances in the glow of string lights and neon signage.
A couple shares their first dance as newlyweds on a dimly lit dance floor while guests watch from the sidelines.
Couples dancing at a wedding reception with colorful pink and purple heart light projections on dance floor.
People dance together at a wedding reception with colorful pink and purple lighting creating an ambient atmosphere.
Wedding guests dance at an evening reception under a wooden beam ceiling with pink ambient lighting in a rustic venue.
Wedding guests socializing and mingling on the dance floor inside a rustic venue with string lights overhead.
People dancing at a dark reception venue with a person in a pink dress in the foreground amid red lighting.
People dance and celebrate at an indoor wedding reception with rustic wooden beams and decorative lighting overhead.
People dancing and enjoying themselves at a nighttime party event with dark ambient lighting.
Party guests dancing and mingling on a rustic dance floor with wooden beams and atmospheric lighting at an indoor venue.
People dancing and celebrating at a nighttime party with string lights and a warm glowing ambiance.
People dance and socialize in a warmly lit rustic hall with wooden beams and large windows.
Wedding guests dance and socialize at an indoor reception venue with mood lighting and a festive atmosphere.
Wedding guests sharing a joyful laugh together inside a rustic barn venue with string lights overhead.

With its peaceful countryside charm and vibrant summer landscape, Chycara offers a dreamy canvas for capturing the joy, love, and beauty of a summer wedding.


Thank you to Katie & Gilbert for booking me to capture thier wedding day at Chycara!

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