Caer Llan Wedding Monmouth – South Wales Destination Wedding Photographer Cardiff
Caer Llan Wedding in Monmouth, South Wales
A Destination Wedding Across Continents + Colorado Mountain Elopement
Some love stories have one beginning.
Others have several.
For Becca and Sean, their story unfolded across oceans, mountains, and two places they both called home.
From a countryside wedding in Wales surrounded by family and friends, to an intimate Colorado mountain elopement with their beloved pup, Milo, their marriage began exactly the way their relationship had always existed:
with adventure, connection, and a deep appreciation for the people and places they love most.
Their Love Story
October 4, 2013.
Becca had no idea that attending a birthday party would introduce her to the person who would become her forever.
She almost didn’t go.
She had class the next morning and wasn’t sure she wanted to spend her Friday night celebrating with people she barely knew. But something told her to go—and that simple decision changed everything.
At the party, she met Sean.
Afterward, Sean called, and the two spent weeks getting to know each other through conversations, texts, and phone calls before their first official date.
And fittingly for Sean, their first date was at a brewery.
They talked for hours.
From the very beginning, there was an undeniable connection.
The first year wasn’t easy.
They lived an hour apart, both had demanding schedules, Sean was building a business, Becca was finishing her degree, and life brought unexpected challenges along the way.
But they chose each other.
Again and again.
Eventually, Becca moved closer, Sean proposed, and together they bought their first home.
The proposal was perfectly them:
A camping trip.
A kayak.
Their dog.
Lake Estes.
The Rocky Mountains surrounding them.
And a question that changed everything.
Planning Their Dream Destination Wedding
Long before the wedding day arrived, Becca knew one thing:
Photography mattered.
She wanted someone who would capture not just what the day looked like, but what it felt like.
That person was me.
Having met through the Colorado brewing community, our friendship had grown through shared passions—photography, travel, tea, European roots, and adventure.
When Becca and Sean began planning their wedding, they knew it wouldn’t be traditional.
Becca grew up in Colorado but was originally from England, and her heart belonged to both places.
So the question became:
Do they celebrate in the mountains they call home?
Or travel across the ocean to the country where her story began?
The answer became clear.
They chose England so Becca’s grandmother could be there.
Because at the heart of every meaningful wedding is the people who make it matter.
A Weekend Wedding at Caer Llan
After searching through castles, hotels, and countryside estates throughout Wales, they discovered Caer Llan.
From the first conversation with the venue, Becca felt something different.
The warmth.
The personal connection.
The attention to detail.
The feeling of home.
Caer Llan wasn’t simply a venue.
It was a place where their closest family and friends could gather together, stay together, and celebrate an entire weekend of memories.
Every detail reflected them:
Handmade decorations.
Meaningful flowers.
Personal touches.
A ceremony officiated by someone they loved.
Nothing felt borrowed.
Everything felt intentional.
Their Wedding Day
The day arrived surrounded by the rolling Welsh countryside.
Family.
Friends.
Love.
And countless little moments they will remember forever.
Becca’s favorite memories included:
Getting ready surrounded by the people she loved most.
Standing on the balcony listening to distant sheep in the fields.
Walking into a ceremony space transformed with handmade details.
Spending quiet moments with Sean.
The heartfelt speeches.
The laughter.
The overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by everyone who helped shape their story.
One of the most meaningful details was having their close friend officiate the ceremony.
It wasn’t just a ceremony.
It was a reflection of their lives and relationships.
Their Colorado Mountain Elopement
Because their wedding celebration in Wales was surrounded by family, Becca and Sean also wanted something quieter.
Something that felt like them.
Something adventurous.
So they created a second experience—a Colorado mountain elopement.
Originally, they imagined taking this adventure in Wales.
But life had other plans.
Just weeks before their wedding, they received heartbreaking news about their beloved dog, Milo.
Knowing time was precious, we created a mountain experience close to home where they could celebrate their marriage, their love, and their sweet pup.
They signed their marriage license surrounded by breathtaking Colorado scenery.
They celebrated with close friends and family who couldn’t attend their Wales wedding.
And most importantly, they created photographs with Milo that became priceless memories.
Two Places. One Love Story.
Becca and Sean’s story reminds me why I love documenting intimate weddings and elopements.
The most meaningful celebrations aren’t defined by tradition.
They’re defined by intention.
By choosing the people who matter.
By choosing places that hold meaning.
By creating moments that feel completely like you.
Whether it’s a castle in Wales or a mountain overlook in Colorado, the heart of the story remains the same:
Two people choosing forever.
And creating memories they will carry for the rest of their lives.
Planning your own destination wedding or Colorado adventure elopement?
I’d love to help you create a day that feels intentional, meaningful, and completely yours.
Let’s set up an adventure.
Our Love Story Through Sean’s Eyes
Caer Llan Wedding in Monmouth, Wales | A Destination Wedding Across Continents
Every great adventure begins with a single moment.
For Sean, that moment happened in 2013 at a birthday gathering with friends.
He had recently moved back from California and wanted to celebrate with people he cared about. Rebecca was invited by their mutual friends, Catherine and Eric, and although they didn’t spend much time talking that night, something about her stayed with him.
Before leaving, Rebecca had to head home early because of school the next morning.
Sean’s friends encouraged him to reach out.
So he did.
What started with a phone call turned into weeks of conversations, endless texts, and getting to know each other one message at a time.
Eventually, Sean knew it was time to ask Rebecca on their first date.
Their First Date
Sean nervously drove an hour to pick Rebecca up.
As they were leaving her house, he noticed movement in the upstairs window.
Rebecca laughed and explained:
“That’s my mum and sister trying to get a good look at you.”
The perfect introduction.
Their first date was exactly what you’d expect from Sean—a local brewery.
Over drinks and hours of conversation, they discovered how naturally they connected.
By the end of the night, Sean already knew he wanted to see her again.
Building a Life Together
Over the years, Rebecca became more than his partner.
She became his biggest supporter.
She encouraged him through challenges, pushed him to grow, and believed in him through every season of life.
Together, they navigated career changes, bought their first home, and built a life centered around adventure, family, and friendship.
Sean knew long before the proposal that Rebecca was the person he wanted beside him.
They fit into each other’s worlds effortlessly.
Two people who could take on whatever life brought their way.
A Wedding Weekend in Wales
Their wedding journey took them across the ocean to Monmouth, Wales, where they celebrated surrounded by their closest family and friends.
The venue overlooked the beautiful Wye Valley, creating the perfect setting for a weekend filled with connection and celebration.
Friday evening began with welcoming guests, sharing stories over a traditional roast dinner, and enjoying the rare opportunity to have everyone together in one place.
The next morning, Sean woke up to a very Welsh welcome:
Fog.
Mist.
And rain covering the valley.
But instead of worrying, he immediately knew one thing:
The photographs were going to be incredible.
The atmosphere was magical.
The landscape was dramatic.
And it was exactly the kind of weather that made the day feel like an adventure.
The Moment Everything Became Real
After getting ready with his best man, Blake, and enjoying a traditional English breakfast, Sean waited for Rebecca to walk down the aisle.
When she finally appeared, everything else disappeared.
Their close friend Sam officiated the ceremony, adding personal touches and even a few subtle Friends references that perfectly reflected their personalities.
Then came one of the moments they had been looking forward to most:
Exploring the grounds and creating photographs together.
Embracing the Adventure
The rain had transformed the grounds of Caer Llan into something wild and beautiful.
The paths were muddy.
The landscape was soaked.
Rebecca’s dress collected the evidence of the adventure.
And while everyone else worried about the mud and water, Sean and Rebecca knew something important:
The photographs would tell the story.
Because their wedding was never about everything being perfect.
It was about experiencing it together.
The laughter.
The unexpected moments.
The adventure.
The memories.
The day continued with heartfelt speeches, a beautiful vintage afternoon tea, and dancing late into the evening surrounded by the people they loved most.
A Love Story Worth Traveling For
Sean and Rebecca’s wedding was more than a destination wedding.
It was a celebration of everything that brought them here:
A chance meeting.
A brewery first date.
Years of choosing each other.
A life built together.
And a promise to continue the adventure side by side.
Some stories take you across oceans.
Some take you into the mountains.
But the best ones always lead you home.
Planning your own destination wedding or adventure elopement?
From Wales to Colorado and beyond, I would love to help you create a celebration that feels completely yours.
Let’s set up an adventure.
These photos hit me hard in the feels. You captured this so magnificently!
Oh my gosh these are SO dreamy!!! The rainy weather gives it such a cozy romantic feel. Absolutely beautiful photos, you captured their story and connection perfectly!
Absolutely stunning location, elegant photography, and a wonderful couple. The mist and fog definitely add to the mood!
Holy smokes what an absolute fairytale day! So beautifully captured
What a beautiful marriage of both a big wedding day and a smaller, intimate session (especially since they were able to get precious photos of their pup❤️). I love the warmth and emotion in all of the images – stunning job!
This is such a dream! All about couples doing things their way. Love this spin on a wedding! You’ve captured the beautiful essence of Wales in these images. Gorgeous!
This wedding looks like it was an absolute blast and you documented it so well! Love it!
This looks like so much fun! Love these photos!
Soooo good! I love the whole story of this wedding!!
Oh my goodness this is so wonderfully moody and dreamy! Love the location and the couple is stunning!
These are so beautiful! Amazing