Location: Eymet • Dordogne • Nouvelle-Aquitaine • South of France
Château Lacanaud, one of the most beautiful Chateau in the South of France provided the perfect backdrop for Victoria and Matt’s destination wedding. The British couple, who met in London and now call Switzerland home, chose France for its beauty, accessibility, and unmistakable sense of celebration. Approaching the 18th-century château in the Dordogne along a tree-lined drive, guests arrived to a scene of honey-coloured stone, shimmering light, and the sound of laughter from the gardens. The estate’s blend of original architecture and modern amenities complete with its own infinity pool and lake offered privacy and charm in equal measure, creating a timeless yet relaxed setting for their long-awaited gathering.
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An Outdoor Celebration Framed by French Light and Warm Hospitality
The day began under clear skies as the ceremony unfolded with views across the countryside. Afterward, champagne flowed beside the dream château with luxury interior’s terraces, where friends mingled to the sound of clinking glasses and easy conversation. Dinner followed under the evening sun, with fine French cuisine served in a garden setting that felt both sophisticated and heartfelt. Guests toasted the couple, laughed through speeches, and cheered as a champagne pyramid sparkled in the glow of candlelight. True to their spirit, Victoria and Matt added playful touches lawn games, caricature details, and inflatable swans by the pool that balanced the black-tie formality with moments of fun and spontaneity.
Captured with Warmth and Precision by Mark Ward of Awardweddings
The celebration was documented by Mark Ward, one of the talented destination wedding photographers in the South of France. His lens caught the laughter, the elegance, and the subtle emotion that filled each moment from quiet preparations to the energy of the evening dance floor. Working alongside Clémentine and the Awardweddings team, who also provided coordination support, he ensured the day flowed smoothly while keeping focus on the experience itself. The result was a wedding defined by sincerity and style, where heritage architecture, heartfelt connection, and effortless joy came together under the golden light of Dordogne’s countryside.
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