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University Alumni Wedding | St. Andrews
Check out Georgia & Julian's beautiful and relaxed St. Andrews wedding. It was such a privilege to capture their special day.
St. Andrews University’s most famous couple may be William and Kate but Georgia and Julian also met at the university and not being royals they could have a super fun wedding with all their mates. They had their ceremony at the exclusive St Salvator’s Chapel followed by a fun filled reception at the Old Course Hotel.
To get married at St. Salvators you have to be affiliated to the university so as alumni Georgia and Julian got to use the chapel and the adjacent quad area for their photos.
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It’s a short distance to the Old Course Hotel which is one of my favourite venues with a brilliantly attentive team, stunning views, multiple beaches and a famous mini bridge to explore for photographs.
They loved their time in St. Andrews so when it came to choosing where to get married, they wanted to bring everyone back to the town to celebrate. For many of their friends, who they’d met at University it was also a chance to have a bit of a reunion and The Old Course Hotel was the perfect setting for a very good party and bouncing ceilidh.
St. Andrews has many famous landmarks but the little cute stone Swilcan Bridge is possibly the most famous so Georgia and Julian wanted to head there for photographs, especially as they could also get their university halls and the hotel in the background. The hotel organised a car to take us along but you can easily walk there if you fancy a wander. Georgia and Julian got a lift along to the bridge and they chose the pretty hotel garden and the university quad for pictures but I would also highly recommend a trip along to the beach if you have the time!
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The Fantastic Team
Venue: The Old Course Hotel
Chapel: St. Salvator’s, St. Andrews University
Floristy: Stucio and Waow
Dress: La Novia
Hair: Sophie Butler
Make Up: Vintage Beauty Box
Ceilidh Band: Skyrie
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Pratis Barns - Wedding Photography Guide
2025 Pratis Barns Wedding Venue Guide: What's it like? Where to stay? Check out what past couples have done to make their wedding day magical at this award winning wedding venue near Cupar in Fife. Guide by Ali Jay Photography.
Hi, I’m Ali, I’ve been lucky enough to photograph beautiful weddings at Pratis Barns since 2015.
My job isn’t just about taking photos—it’s about making sure you feel relaxed, enjoy every moment, and end up with photos that bring all the joy and emotion of your day flooding back.
7 Reasons to love a Pratis Barns Wedding?
Pratis Barns is nestled just outside Cupar in Fife, with breath-taking views over the Forth Estuary, it’s a rustic and romantic dream. It’s also wonderfully convenient—just 25 minutes from St. Andrews and an hour from Edinburgh.
Here are 7 reasons I think you may love a Pratis Barn wedding:-
So Much Space: With six barns spread across 30 acres, you’ve got endless room to create a day that’s completely yours.
All-Inclusive Convenience: Everything’s on site—guest accommodation, catering, and a “Wonder Room” packed with props for those personal DIY touches.
Romantic Ceremony Barn: The rustic charm of this barn, with its exposed beams and twinkling lights, reminds me of Ross & Emily’s candlelit wedding in F.R.I.E.N.D.S. It’s truly magical.
Perfect Flow: With separate barns for each part of your day, there’s no need to shuffle guests around while spaces are reset. Everything feels seamless and easy.
Incredible Backdrops: The barns, the fields, the views over the Forth—Pratis is packed with spots for gorgeous, natural photos.
Family Fun: Lawn games, secret hideaways, and so much space make it an amazing place for kids to run around and have a blast.
Something for Everyone: Whether your guests want to dance the night away in the party barn or relax by the firepits under the stars, they’ll have the best time.
“Balled my eyes out! You’ve captured our day perfectly”
Claire & Ross
Layout of Pratis Barns
No matter the weather or the time of year, there are endless places at Pratis for stunning photos.
I’ve created a map to help you visualise the space, I hope it helps with your planning, perhaps Pin It for later!
The Ceremony Barn: Romantic and rustic with twinkly fairy lights, exposed beams and pretty stonework, it’s a perfect setting to say “I do” and the paved walkway outside is fantastic for fun confetti shots and links to ceremony barn to the other spaces.
The Day Barn: Bright and airy, it’s a lovely spot for guests to relax and soak in the views across the Forth. During the evening party, it’s the ideal breakout area with cozy seating and fire pits just outside, perfect for laughter and drinks as the sun sets.
The Party Barn: Linked to the day barn, the party barn is big and ready for meals, ceilidhs, first dances, and epic parties—it’s where the magic happens after dark.
The Grounds: The walled garden, the fire pits or the driveway surrounded by fields. I love exploring the outside spaces around Pratis.
Flexible, Tailored Photography Packages
Your wedding is as unique as you are, so I’ve designed my photography packages to fit around you. Whether you need just a couple of hours of coverage or a full day of storytelling, I’ve got you covered.
What makes my packages different?
You Choose What You Need: Add just the hours you need with hourly rate pricing from 2-10 hours.
Personal Planning: I’ll help you create a photography plan that suits your day perfectly.
Next-Day Previews: Because I know you’ll be desperate to see those first photos right away.
Little Extras: Like a free mini shoot with 8+ hours of coverage or 10% off albums when booked in advance.
For all the details, head over to my weddings info page.
Favourite Pratis Barns Memories
Every wedding at Pratis Barns has its own magic, and I’ve been lucky to capture some incredible moments:
Claire & Ross stealing a quiet moment in their campervan to enjoy wedding treats.
Mairi & Joe bringing along Mairi’s horse, Cuddles, for some unforgettable photos.
Claire & Sam getting everyone on the dancefloor for a massive Strip the Willow ceilidh.
Krissa & Gordon nailing an incredible jive that had their guests cheering.
Every couple makes their day their own, and it’s such a joy to be part of it.
Pratis Barns Accommodation
Pratis Barns now offers Pratis House, a stunning farmhouse that’s been beautifully renovated. With space for 15 people, it’s perfect for getting ready in the morning or relaxing with your nearest and dearest.
There are also some brilliant options nearby, including:
Montrave House: The closest accommodation to Pratis this characterful converted stable accommodation for 7 people, also includes 8 luxury wigwams with hot tubs. Although next door, both venues have long driveways so it’s a long walk.
Dairsie Castle: A quirky 12th-century castle, full of character from it’s modern renovation, it sleeps 14 people and is just 16 minutes away.
The Old Manor Hotel: A classic, cozy option just a 10-minute drive from Pratis.
Or, why not look for a holiday cottage in one of Fife’s picturesque East Neuk fishing villages?
Let’s Chat About Your Wedding!
If you’re planning your wedding at Pratis Barns, I’d love to hear all about your ideas. Pratis is one of my favorite places to work, and I’d love to help you create beautiful memories of your day. Get in touch or head over to my weddings info page to find out more about how I can help.
Low Light Wedding Photography
When you’re shooting in a dark space you could whack on an obtrusive flash and use it in every shot but I love the challenge of using the natural light at Pratis.
With the limited light, you have to plan the light in every shot to perfectly capture the atmosphere but the result is beautiful!
Get In Touch
Pratis Team
Nicola, Patrick & Louise are fantastic, contact them at:
Pratis Barns, Leven, Fife, KY8 5NX
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