Get inspired by this beautiful fall wedding at Gibbet Hill in Groton, MA. Photographs by Chiha Studios.
The Venue
A highlight for couples at Gibbet Hill is the beautiful farm. There are rolling hills with cows out in the fields. The whole property has a wonderful vibe of modern rustic. The barn at Gibbet Hill is located in Groton, MA. The wedding venue is less than an hour outside of Boston.
The First Look
The first look is when the bride reveals her bridal look to the groom before the ceremony for the first time. It’s a great opportunity for an intimate moment just between the couple. The first look allows them to enjoy each other’s presence without their guests, before the main events begin to happen.
Couples Portraits
The first look segways into an opportunity for couples portraits and family portraits. Fall weddings in New England are so popular because the foliage is so beautiful. It makes for a perfect background for couples portraits.
Wedding Party & Family Portraits
Scheduling your wedding party photos and family portraits before the ceremony allows you to have much more time during cocktail hour to relax. There’s usually the most free time before the ceremony. If you decide to do a first look, then you can take advantage of doing all of these group photos before there ceremony as well.
Ceremony
At Gibbet Hill, you can decide to have an indoor or outdoor ceremony for your wedding. Couples typically want an outdoor ceremony at this venue, if the weather permits. The outdoor ceremony is on the open field below the barn and has great views of the whole property. As a fall wedding, there was a lot of scenic fall foliage in the background.
Reception
The wedding reception at Gibbet Hill is typically inside the main barn. If you’re having a fall wedding – you would want an indoor space for the reception anyways so that you and your guests can be warm and comfortable. A highlight of this venue space is the modern rustic decor. There are cathedral ceilings, large chandeliers hanging from above, and beautiful wood tables and details all around.
