Wedding photographers at Orange Tree House, Greyabbey
Orange Tree House Wedding Photographer
Tommy and Laurene are award winning husband and wife photographers based in Northern Ireland. Relaxed, natural photography from a team who know this loughside venue in Greyabbey inside out.
- Based inLisburn, Co. Antrim
- TeamHusband and wife
- CoverageTwo photographers
- Gallery deliveredWithin six weeks
- Packages from£1,375
Lisburn · Husband and wife team
Photographers who know Orange Tree House inside out
Orange Tree House is one of the most beautiful and intimate wedding venues in Northern Ireland and one of our favourite places to spend a wedding day. Set on the shores of Strangford Lough in the pretty village of Greyabbey, we have worked here in every season and in every quality of light the lough and its surroundings have to offer.
We know the grounds that stretch down to the water's edge and how to use the shoreline, the mature trees and the natural landscape to their full potential. We know the main function room with its stone walls, vaulted ceiling and original exposed beams, and how this extraordinary space, originally built as a church in the 1820s, works in photographs. We know how the light falls across the gardens in the evening and exactly where to position you as the sun drops over Strangford Lough.
The result is a wedding gallery that makes full use of everything Orange Tree House has to offer, without you having to think about any of it. Still deciding on the venue itself? Our Orange Tree House weddings guide covers the advantages, the disadvantages, the best photo spots and the questions couples ask us most.
Relaxed, natural photography, planned around the light.
Recognition
Award winning wedding photographers
Photography at Orange Tree House
Every corner of Orange Tree House, captured
Orange Tree House gives us a wonderful variety of settings across its historic grounds, gardens and stunning loughside location. Here are the locations we use on your wedding day and why each one matters.
The Loughside and Beach
Nestled in Greyabbey Bay, the shoreline at Orange Tree House is one of the most spectacular natural backdrops at any wedding venue in Ireland. With the light and tide constantly changing, the water, the sands and the views across to the Mourne Mountains give us something different every single time. We know exactly when the evening light over the lough is at its most beautiful and we always make sure you are outside for it.
The Main Function Room
Originally built in the 1820s as a church, the main function room at Orange Tree House is full of character and atmosphere. Stone walls, a vaulted ceiling and original exposed beams give every image a timeless and dramatic quality. Whether it is your ceremony, your dinner or a quiet moment between the two, this room is a genuinely beautiful space to photograph in.
The Raised Terrace and Lounge Bar
The lounge bar and raised terrace offer panoramic views over Strangford Lough towards Whiterock and the Mourne Mountains and are a wonderful setting for your drinks reception photographs. The combination of the terrace, the light off the water and the natural social energy of a drinks reception gives us some of the most relaxed and genuine images of the whole day.
Greyabbey Ruins
One of the things that makes Orange Tree House so special is its setting in the pretty village of Greyabbey. The historic abbey ruins and the wider landscape of the Ards Peninsula are right on the doorstep and give us a completely different mood to the venue itself. Very few wedding venues in Ireland have a location like this within a short walk of the front door.
Real weddings at Orange Tree House
See our work at Orange Tree House
No two wedding days at Orange Tree House ever look the same. Some couples head down to the lough for the evening light, others make the most of the stone walls and vaulted ceiling inside, and many walk to the Greyabbey ruins for portraits. These are six days we photographed here, so you can see how we work.
Each one is a full day, with the getting ready, the ceremony, the portraits around the venue and the party in the evening, all edited in the same natural, true to life style. Click any photo to see the whole day.
Long summer evenings with the light over the lough, golden autumn tones, fresh spring gardens and a cosy, intimate winter. We have worked here in every season.
The Greyabbey abbey ruins are a short walk from the front door and give us a completely different mood to the venue, so your gallery has real variety.
The main function room with its stone walls and vaulted ceiling is a stunning wet weather option, and some of our favourite loughside images were taken on grey days.
What our couples say
Kind words from Orange Tree House couples
What couples who married at Orange Tree House say about having Tommy and Laurene photograph their day.
We had a wonderful experience with Pure Photo N.I. We really loved the quality and variety of photographs that Tommy and Laurene were able to capture for us on our wedding day. Across the planning, photography and delivery of our photographs, Pure Photo N.I were exceptionally professional, accommodating and a joy to work with.
Absolute pleasure to work with you both. And when I say work I really mean have the best fun ever!! It was such a relaxed day no pressure and I feel you captured our hearts and personality beautifully. No over rated poses!!! Just us. Our smiles. And our friends and family in their element. Thank you.
Frequently asked questions
Your Orange Tree House questions answered
The things couples ask us most about photography at Orange Tree House. If yours is not here, send us a message, read our Orange Tree House weddings guide or have a look at our wedding FAQ.
Are you experienced photographers at Orange Tree House?
Yes. We know Orange Tree House well and have photographed weddings there across different seasons and in every space the venue has to offer. From the loughside and beach to the main function room and the raised terrace, we know where the best light falls and how to make the most of everything this beautiful County Down venue has to offer on your day.
What is the best time of year for an Orange Tree House wedding?
Orange Tree House is beautiful in every season. Summer brings long evenings with the light over Strangford Lough at its most spectacular. Autumn gives the surrounding landscape rich golden tones. Spring is fresh and full of colour in the gardens. Winter gives the venue an intimate and cosy quality that photographs wonderfully. There is no bad time of year to get married here.
Do you know the best spots for photos at Orange Tree House?
Absolutely. The loughside, the beach, the raised terrace with its panoramic views and the Greyabbey ruins are all locations we plan around carefully. We know how the light moves across the venue and the surrounding area throughout the day and we always get you to the right spot at the right time without you having to think about any of it.
How far in advance should we book for Orange Tree House?
Orange Tree House is one of the most popular wedding venues in Northern Ireland and peak dates go quickly. We would strongly recommend getting in touch as soon as your date is confirmed. For summer Saturdays couples are often booking 12 to 18 months ahead. The sooner you reach out the better the chance we have of being available for your day.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day at Orange Tree House?
We have photographed weddings in all kinds of Northern Irish weather and we are completely prepared for it. The main function room with its stone walls and vaulted ceiling is a stunning wet weather option and the covered areas of the venue work beautifully whatever the conditions. Soft overcast light is genuinely wonderful for portraits and some of our favourite images from loughside venues have been taken on grey days.
Is there accommodation near Orange Tree House?
Yes. There are over 100 bed spaces within a five minute radius of Orange Tree House, many within easy walking distance in the heart of Greyabbey village. Options range from luxury self catering cottages to charming country house bed and breakfasts and local hotels, so there is something to suit every guest.
Can we bring our dog to our Orange Tree House wedding?
We love it when couples include their dog on their wedding day and Orange Tree House is a wonderful setting for it. The loughside grounds and the village surroundings in particular make for beautiful natural portraits with a four legged guest. Just let us know in advance so we can factor it into the plan for the day.
Wedding photography packages
Pricing for your Orange Tree House wedding
Every package includes two photographers, travel throughout Northern Ireland and your full gallery delivered within six weeks.
- Getting ready to the call for dinner, speeches included if they are before dinner
- Album available to add later
- Getting ready to first dance and 2 songs
- Album available to add later
- Getting ready to first dance and 2 songs
- 30x20 Storybook album
- Getting ready to first dance and 2 songs
- 40x30 Storybook album
- 2 parent book albums
- Engagement session included
- Two photographers
- Private online gallery
- In gallery print shop
- Delivered within six weeks
How booking works
Three simple steps to secure your date
Tell us your date
Send us your wedding date and a little about your day at Orange Tree House, using the enquiry form or a quick message on WhatsApp.
We get back to you
We reply as quickly as we can, usually within a few hours, to let you know if we are free and to answer anything you would like to ask.
Secure your date
Once you are happy, booking is simple and hassle free, and then you can relax knowing your photographers are sorted.
Dates fill up fast. We only take on a limited number of weddings each year so every couple gets the time and care they deserve. Dates are confirmed on a first come, first served basis and cannot be held in advance.
Your date might still be available
We only take on a limited number of weddings each year. Send us your details and we will check your date straight away, or message us on WhatsApp if you would rather chat.
- One wedding a dayOrange Tree House hosts one wedding a day, so we can use the grounds, the shoreline and the terrace without working around another wedding
- We know every cornerThe loughside and beach, the stone walled function room, the raised terrace and the Greyabbey ruins, and exactly when the light is best
- Two photographersTommy and Laurene, a husband and wife team, photographing weddings since 2014
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