ANGUS & AKUA

Sant Ffraed House, Abergavenny

A bride and groom are walking across the lawn towards a white house on a sunny day, with a classic car parked close by.
  • A bride is walking down the aisle with someone accompanying her, holding a bunch of flowers, in a church. There are two people sitting at the front, and another person standing behind them.
  • A bride wearing a white dress walks down the aisle with her dad in a church, carrying some flowers. The guests are all watching them.
  • A bride wearing a white dress is holding flowers next to a groom in a suit and checkered pants at their wedding ceremony.
  • A couple is standing at the front during their wedding ceremony, surrounded by their guests who are sitting in a bright, decorated room.
  • A couple hugs during their wedding ceremony in a church, with guests sitting around and clapping.
  • Two women in bright dresses are sitting on chairs, holding flowers and smiling, in a well-lit room.
  • A bride and groom are walking on the sidewalk. The bride is holding a bouquet, and there's an old-fashioned car behind them. The photo is in black and white.
  • A bride in a long dress gets out of a classic car with help from a man in a suit on a city street.
  • Someone wearing a white outfit is sitting in the back seat of an old car with the door open. You can see a bus with "Est. 1971" written on it in the background.
  • A couple dressed in wedding clothes is walking hand in hand outside a big house, both smiling.
  • A couple is standing outside near a garden arch. They're dressed up nicely—the woman in a white dress and the man in a green plaid suit.
  • A bride and groom walk together holding hands along a garden path, with lots of plants around them and a clear sky above.
  • A woman in a wedding dress carrying a child walks through a garden under an arch on a sunny day.
  • A couple dressed up nicely is walking hand in hand down a garden path; the woman is wearing a white dress and veil, and the man is in a suit.
  • A bride and groom are walking together in a garden. The groom is wearing a green jacket and red plaid pants, while the bride has on a white dress and veil.
  • A couple dressed for their wedding is sitting in a wooden gazebo, surrounded by plants and trees. The groom has on a gray suit with red plaid pants, while the bride is wearing a white dress with puffed sleeves.
  • A bride wearing a white dress and a groom dressed in a green jacket with red plaid pants are standing together under a tree, holding hands and smiling.
  • A smiling couple is standing together in front of some green plants. The woman is wearing a white dress and a veil, while the man has on a green jacket and red plaid pants.
  • A couple is standing close together in front of tall bamboo plants; the woman is wearing a dress, and the man is in a suit. They're sharing a sweet moment.
  • A couple in wedding clothes is holding hands as they walk on the grass. There are lots of trees and bushes behind them. The photo is in black and white.
  • A bride and groom are walking together, holding hands, across a grassy field. There are trees and a building in the background. The bride's long veil is flowing behind her.
  • A bride and groom walk together in a park, holding hands. The bride is carrying a bouquet and wearing a white dress with puffy sleeves. The groom is dressed in a green jacket and red plaid pants.
  • A bride and groom, dressed in their wedding outfits, walk across the grass toward a big house. The bride is carrying flowers and has a long veil flowing behind her.
  • A bride and groom are walking across the lawn towards a white house on a sunny day, with a classic car parked close by.
  • A couple is walking on the grass in front of a big white house with trees around it on a sunny day.
  • A person wearing a kilt is playing bagpipes as they walk along a path near an old car and a pond in a grassy park.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom wearing a green jacket with red plaid pants are standing next to an old-fashioned car, while someone is holding the car door open for them.
  • A newly married couple walks along an outdoor path while guests toss confetti around them. The bride is in a white dress, and the groom is dressed in a green jacket with plaid pants.
  • Seven people in fancy clothes are happily hugging and smiling outside, with trees behind them.
  • A bride and a woman guest are happily hugging outside. Another guest is holding a bouquet of flowers. In the background, two people can be seen, with one holding a basket.
  • A bride in a white dress and veil is walking on the grass while holding a bouquet. In the background, you can see guests in fancy clothes under a clear sky.
  • A woman wearing a yellow dress is laughing while sitting at an outdoor table with two other people. There are drinks on the table and trees behind them.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom wearing a green jacket and plaid pants happily walk down a garden path, each holding a drink.
  • A bride wearing a white dress and veil is outside chatting with guests who are dressed up, at a sunny garden wedding reception.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom wearing a green jacket with plaid pants are happily walking down the steps outside on a sunny day.
  • A wedding photo shows the bride, groom, and all the guests standing outside in front of a big tree. Everyone is dressed up nicely in fancy clothes.
  • A well-lit banquet hall is set up for an event with round tables. Each table has a white tablecloth, wine bottles, glasses, and some basic floral arrangements. Big windows let in plenty of natural light.
  • A bride and groom walk hand-in-hand through some curtains, smiling, while their guests clap in the background.
  • A dining table set with silverware, wine glasses, a white napkin, and a name card on a white tablecloth.
  • A bright dining room with round tables ready for an event, complete with nice glasses and table settings. There are tall windows that offer a view of some trees and a brick building outside.
  • The wedding reception was arranged with round tables and black chairs. Each table had a wine bottle, glasses, and a floral centerpiece. The room was bright and sunny because of the large windows.
  • A three-layer cake with flowers is sitting on a round table. It's surrounded by lots of plants and flowers, and placed in front of a big window with sunlight coming through.
  • A woman in a beautiful white wedding dress with a long veil is walking down some outdoor steps, surrounded by plants and trees.
  • A bride in a white dress with a long veil is walking outside on a sunny day.
  • A bride stands outside with her ten bridesmaids, who are all wearing colorful dresses and holding bouquets. Behind them, there are trees and a wide grassy area.
  • A group of people are standing together outside, smiling and holding flowers. One person is in a wedding dress and another is wearing a suit.
  • A man wearing a suit is smiling and holding hands with a woman in a flower-patterned dress, who is making gestures with her free hand. They are inside, and there are curtains behind them.
  • A woman in a patterned dress is smiling outside while holding her phone. There's greenery and a stone building behind her.
  • The bride and groom are walking into a glass building on a sunny day, where their guests are waiting for them.
  • Two people are standing close together, holding hands. One is wearing a patterned outfit that flows, and the other is in a wedding dress with puffed sleeves and a veil.
  • A sunny garden get-together with people chatting and hanging out. You can see the reflection of glasses and some plants in the background.
  • Two people are sitting close together, holding hands on a wooden surface. They're wearing clothes with patterns, and you can see their shadows in black and white.
  • Three guys in suits are laughing together in a busy indoor place with other people around.
  • A group of people dressed up nicely walks into a place through big double doors. There's a seating chart on the right side.
  • A woman wearing a flower-patterned dress smiles while sitting at a table with silverware and glasses.
  • People at a formal event are sitting and chatting around a table with drinks. A woman is standing close by, and big windows in the background are letting in natural light.
  • A wedding welcome sign for Angus Grant and Akua Obuobi, dated October 14, 2023, is set up on an easel indoors and surrounded by plants.
  • A wedding guest book labeled "Guest Book," adorned with floral designs and customized for Angus and Akua's special day at Sant Ffraed House on September 11, 2023, is sitting closed on a chair.
  • The restaurant has a classy look with hanging lights, green plants, brown leather seats, and a wooden table with small flower vases.
  • A chic chandelier with gold rectangular panels is hanging from the ceiling, casting a warm glow in a brightly lit room.
  • A bride in her wedding dress is happily holding hands with an older man wearing a suit and hat in a bright, modern room.
  • A group of people are sitting at a dining table, smiling and chatting. There are plates, wine glasses, and silverware on the table.
  • A bunch of nicely dressed people walk into a room, with a man in a blue suit and a woman in a yellow dress at the front. They're both smiling and look excited.
  • A bride and groom walk into a room, smiling and holding hands. Two people are holding the curtain open for them, while another person is standing close by. It looks like they're at a wedding venue.
  • A bride in a white dress holds a bunch of flowers and smiles as she happily walks hand in hand with the groom, who is wearing a suit and tie.
  • A comfortable restaurant with dark wooden tables and leather booths, decorated with green plants and flowers. There are hanging lights above.
  • A modern chandelier with rectangle-shaped pieces is hanging from the ceiling. In the background, there's a tall cake placed between two bunches of flowers in front of big windows.
  • There's a seating chart set up on an easel inside, surrounded by a fancy black frame. On the floor beneath it, there's a bunch of colorful flowers arranged nicely.
  • A welcoming display at the entrance features a floral sign saying "Welcome Ayana and Akeem's Oneida" on an easel, with flower arrangements and a stylish divider around it.
  • You’re invited to the wedding of Angus Grant and Akua Obuobi on September 14, 2024, at City Church in Cardiff. The invitation includes floral designs and shadow patterns.
  • A modern indoor area features a decorative wooden screen, some potted plants, and a welcome sign with the names "Agnes Gray" and "Alex Drake." Sunlight streams in through big windows.
  • A three-layer cake decorated with pressed flowers is sitting on a round table, with lots of green plants and trees in the background.
  • A round building with lots of big windows sits in the middle of a grassy area with trees. One tree has bright autumn-colored leaves, and the sky is clear and blue.
  • A big brick house with lots of windows, set in a yard with grass and trees, on a sunny day.
  • An outdoor patio with black chairs that have a crisscross design and white cushions. It's surrounded by plants and trees, set on a paved surface beneath clear skies.
  • Sunlight shines through the green leaves, creating shadows on a brick building and the trees nearby in a peaceful outdoor area.
  • A garden with white flowers blooming and some spiky green plants under a clear sky, with tall trees and bushes around it.
  • A group of people are sitting at a dining table, chatting and smiling with drinks and empty glasses in front of them.
  • A group of well-dressed people are smiling and posing around a table at an indoor event.
  • A woman is smiling while holding a wine glass at the dinner table during a social gathering. There are people sitting around her, chatting with each other.
  • A couple dressed up in fancy clothes is walking on the grass in front of a brick building. The man is wearing a green jacket with checkered pants, and the woman is wearing a white dress.
  • A couple dressed in wedding clothes is posing outside, with trees and a field in the background.
  • A couple is walking together, holding hands on the grass beneath some trees. The man is dressed in a green blazer and red checkered pants, while the woman is wearing a white dress.
  • A man in a suit and a woman in a wedding dress are walking on the grass. The picture is in black and white.
  • A couple walks into a building with big glass doors, one wearing a white wedding dress and the other in a green jacket with plaid pants.
  • Four people are sitting at a table, talking, with glasses and bottles around them.
  • A bunch of people are sitting around a nice dinner table, smiling and chatting with each other.
  • A woman wearing a light blue dress is smiling as she holds a microphone and a phone. She's in a room where there's a dining table set up, and there are people sitting or standing in the background.
  • A man gives a woman a kiss on her forehead while they're seated at an elegant dining table; another man nearby is applauding.
  • A man and a woman are sitting at a dining table, talking. The woman is laughing, and the table has glasses, plates, and a gold bucket on it.
  • Three people share a group hug indoors, smiling happily. In the background, others are sitting at tables.
  • Two people are hugging each other at a fancy event with guests sitting around them. The tables have glasses and plates set out, and one person is holding a microphone.
  • People are having fun at a party. A woman in a yellow dress excitedly raises her arm, while others hang out and talk around her.
  • A dressed-up couple is holding hands and walking on the grass at night.
  • A bride and groom walk through a bunch of guests who are holding sparklers at night to celebrate their wedding.
  • A couple is dancing in their wedding clothes while a group of people inside watches and claps for them.
  • A bride and groom danced together in a big room while their guests clapped for them.
  • A couple is dancing together in fancy clothes at an indoor event, and there are other people in the background.
  • A bunch of well-dressed people are smiling and celebrating at an indoor party.
  • A bride wearing a white dress dances with an older man in a white shirt at a lively indoor party, surrounded by guests.
  • A woman in a yellow dress is happily dancing in a crowd, with her arm raised. The people around her are celebrating too.
  • A woman wearing a flower-patterned dress is dancing energetically at a party, with her arm stretched out. Beside her, a man in a suit is holding a drink.
  • A bunch of people having fun at a party, with a woman smiling and reaching out in front. Others are laughing and chatting in the background.
  • A woman in a strapless dress is dancing with lots of energy in a place that's not very well lit.
  • A group of people having fun and smiling at a party, with one person holding a wine glass. The photo is in black and white.
  • A fun party where people are dancing and hanging out in a packed area.
  • A bunch of people in fancy clothes are dancing and chatting in a room with low lighting.
  • A person sitting at a table is wearing a hat and a dress with patterns, and they're making a peace sign with one hand.
  • A woman in a black dress is singing her heart out with a band. She's holding a microphone, and there's a guy playing the keyboard behind her while another guy plays the guitar. A disco ball is hanging above them.

Sant Ffraed House in the Summer? Akua & Angus's Day

So, thinking about Sant Ffraed House near Abergavenny for a summer wedding? Good choice.

I’ve seen this Monmouthshire venue shine in all seasons, and summer brings its own advantages – mainly long, light-filled days and those amazing grounds in full bloom. Akua and Angus had their wedding here on a gorgeous summer day, and it really highlighted what the venue offers when the sun is out. (You can find my main overview of the venue here: Sant Ffraed House Wedding Photography guide).

Making the Most of Summer Days

The best thing about summer here? Probably the light and the outdoor space. Those long daylight hours mean everything feels a bit more relaxed, with more time for mingling outside and enjoying those views towards Sugar Loaf mountain. For Akua and Angus, we could grab portraits in the gardens without feeling rushed before the evening kicked off. The light in the K Room is fantastic year-round, but in summer, it just feels extra bright and airy.

Even though it’s summer, having options is key – especially with Welsh weather! Sant Ffraed gives you that. If it gets too hot (or if there’s a quick shower), the main house offers roomy, good looking spaces for photos too. The aim, as always, is to get you great, natural photos that capture the feel of the day without taking you away from your guests for ages.

Honestly, Sant Ffraed House is a stunning spot for a summer wedding, offering loads of variety. Akua and Angus’s day was a perfect example of that relaxed, light-filled summer vibe. It offers a completely different, but equally magical, feel in the colder months too – you can see that perspective in my Sant Ffraed House winter wedding post here.

A big brick house with lots of windows, set in a yard with grass and trees, on a sunny day.
A newly married couple walks along an outdoor path while guests toss confetti around them. The bride is in a white dress, and the groom is dressed in a green jacket with plaid pants.

Thinking it might be for you?

If a summer wedding at Sant Ffraed sounds right, check out the main Sant Ffraed House Wedding Photography page for more details, or drop me a message via my Contact Page to check my availability.

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