Winters Barns Wedding Videography – Capturing the Heart of Your Day
An Introduction to Winters Barns and My Cinematic Approach
There’s something truly special about Winters Barns in Kent. Nestled just outside Canterbury, this award-winning venue is the definition of rustic elegance. Its vaulted oak beams, softly lit interiors, and charming courtyard create a warm, inviting atmosphere that seems purpose-built for telling love stories through film.
Every time I film a wedding here, I’m reminded of why I fell in love with this craft in the first place. The way light filters through the barn’s large windows, the gentle glow of fairy lights reflecting in champagne glasses, the laughter that carries easily across its open spaces—these are the details that make a Winters Barns wedding film timeless.
I actually filmed my very first wedding here when I first became a wedding videographer and it is a venue that will always hold a very special place in my heart. I am lucky to be trusted by the venue and it’s planners, and I am a recommended wedding videographer by Winters Barns. As a UK & Destination wedding videographer I am fortunate to travel all over the country to capture the beautiful love stories of my clients, however being based in Kent and having a special affiliation with Winters Barns means it’s somewhere I have always loved to film at.
My approach is all about creating a cinematic record of your day that is both authentic and elevated. I work discreetly, letting moments unfold naturally while still knowing where to be, when to be there, and how to frame your memories so that they feel just as vivid in 30 years as they do today.
Winters Barns has a rare ability to feel both grand and intimate at the same time. Its character-filled spaces—like the oak-beamed ceremony room and the airy, modern reception space—offer the perfect backdrop for a fine art wedding film. The rustic textures lend themselves beautifully to editorial-style compositions, while the layout flows in a way that allows me to move seamlessly between different parts of your day without ever missing a moment.
In the summer months, the surrounding gardens come alive with colour, giving me endless opportunities to work with natural light and capture sweeping cinematic shots. In winter, the barn transforms into a warm, glowing haven, where the firelight and soft uplighting make every scene look like something out of a movie.
This adaptability means that no matter the season, your Winters Barns wedding film will carry the same emotive depth and visual richness that define my work. Couple this with the friendly, knowledgeable and reliable staff and planners at the venue and you’ll quickly find that every wedding hosted here is a well oiled, stunningly beautiful and relaxed day.
Why Winters Barns Inspires Emotional Storytelling
“When we received our video from Luke, I sobbed like a baby. It was romantic, magical and overall just pure love. We feel so honoured to have Luke at our wedding and would recommend him at any chance we get.
It really is over and above what we expected and we feel so much love being able to share Luke's work with our nearest people
Thank you for making it possible to relive the love from our day, over and over again.”
Alana & Carl, Winters Barns
I’ve filmed at venues across the UK and Europe, but Winters Barns holds a unique place in my portfolio because it aligns perfectly with my creative style. My work is rooted in crafting emotive, cinematic, and fine art wedding films that reflect not only how your day looked, but how it felt.
When you book me for your Winters Barns wedding, you’re not just hiring someone to record events—you’re inviting me to interpret your story through my lens. I know how to work with the venue’s lighting, space, and natural flow to bring out the best in every shot. It’s the canvas on which to tell your story, which is what makes a wedding film uniquely yours.
My couples often tell me they barely noticed I was there, yet their film feels as if I was everywhere at once. That’s the balance I strive for—being present without intruding, capturing every laugh, tear, and stolen glance without ever making you feel like you’re on camera. With years of experience filming hundreds of weddings all over the UK & Europe I have developed a mantra, a belief of how I should approach creating my editorial wedding films- it’s putting people first, cameras second.
Why Choose Me for Your Winters Barns Wedding Videography
From the moment we connect, I want you to feel completely at ease. My role is to take the pressure off so you can simply enjoy your day, trusting that I’ll preserve every important detail. At Winters Barns, I know exactly where to position myself to catch those magical moments—your partner’s expression as you walk down the aisle, your guests’ reactions during speeches, and those quiet little in-between moments that often go unnoticed.
I work closely with the venue’s team and planners, ensuring our timelines align perfectly so nothing feels rushed or staged. I’ll also liaise with your photographer to make sure we work in harmony, so your film and photos complement each other without competing for your attention. For couples looking for a cohesive and seamless experience, I also offer photo and film teams that can handle everything for you.
My aim is simple- to give you the very best experience of working with me as your wedding videographer or photographer before, during and after your wedding day. By gaining your trust and building a rapport, you’ll feel like you have just another friend with you on the day and you won’t even notice the cameras- the bonus of this approach to my wedding videography work is that it allows me to unlock deeper, more meaningful part of your story. When these moments are captured in my signature fine art and editorial style, it culminates in an epically beautiful wedding film that is truly, uniquely yours.
By the time you receive your wedding film, I want you to relive not just the events of your wedding, but the emotion of it.
The Couple’s Experience – What It’s Like to Have Me at Your Wedding
“Luke has really made the way we will look back on that day so much more meaningful to us. His unique way of story-telling and working with the speeches and candid moments throughout the day is fantastic.
I have had countless friends and family say that ours is the best wedding video and that they’ve never seen anything like it.”
Kirsty & Stan, The Orangery
My style has been described by previous clients as cinematic, fine art, and editorial, with a strong focus on authentic emotion. My belief is that each wedding film should be as unique to that couple as it can be, and my adaptable wedding videography approach and the bespoke nature of my work places an emphasis on that- if the films vicariously fall into one of the aforementioned categories then that’s a bonus rather than an aim.
For Winters Barns weddings, this means making the most of the barn’s rustic charm while layering in an elegant, timeless feel that reflects the significance of the day. It’s about telling your story against the backdrop of a beautiful venue and working closely with you to turn your vision for your wedding film into a reality.
I pay close attention to composition, movement, and sound design. The way the camera glides across your first dance, the gentle fade between your vows and the moment you walk out into the courtyard as newlyweds—these aren’t just edits, they’re decisions made to evoke a specific emotional response.
My Cinematic Style – Fine Art, Editorial, and Emotive
While videography is my primary service, many couples choose my combined photo and video package. Having one cohesive team means your visuals are captured with the same creative vision and workflow, ensuring consistency in style and storytelling.
At Winters Barns, this is especially valuable because the venue’s flow can present challenges for separate teams. A single, well-coordinated photo and video team moves fluidly between the ceremony, reception, and evening celebrations without duplicating work or missing key moments. It also means less intrusion for you—you’re not juggling instructions from two separate suppliers.
I work with a hand-selected wedding photography associate and together we have captured so many wonderful moments together. We integrate ourselves into your day seamlessly, working closely with the venue and planners to create the best experience for you both and to extract the maximum we can for you both. My photo and video team operates under my editorially-inspired style and direction, and after your wedding day all the films and photos are edited together by myself, creating a visual and aesthetic synergy that is unparalleled.
If you are looking for the very best experience and quality from your wedding photography and videography, look no further than my very experienced team.
The Benefits of Choosing a Photo and Video Team
If you’re drawn to venues that combine historic character with modern comfort, Winters Barns might be the perfect fit. It’s ideal for couples who want a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, somewhere their guests can feel instantly at home. It works beautifully for intimate gatherings as well as larger celebrations, and its flexibility makes it suitable for any season.
From a filmmaking perspective, it’s perfect for couples who value emotion as much as aesthetics—people who want their wedding film to feel deeply personal while also looking like it belongs on the big screen.
Who Winters Barns Weddings Are Perfect For
Your Winters Barns Wedding Film Awaits
If Winters Barns is where you’ll begin your married life, let’s create a wedding film that does justice to your day. My role is to capture the emotion, atmosphere, and beauty of your celebration so you can relive it for decades to come.
Let’s talk about bringing your Winters Barns wedding story to life.
Featured Wedding Films From Winters Barns
The best way to understand the power of cinematic wedding storytelling is to experience it for yourself.
Below, you’ll find a selection of my wedding films from The Orangery, as well as some others from my wedding film portfolio.
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About Luke
I’m Luke Batchelor, a wedding filmmaker passionate about creating timeless, emotive, and editorial wedding films. My background in visual storytelling means I’m not just documenting what happened—I’m curating a visual narrative that captures the true atmosphere of your day. I blend technical precision with an instinctive feel for moments, producing films that resonate for a lifetime.
As a recommended wedding supplier to Winters Barns, it’s one of my favourite wedding venues to film and photograph at. The stories I have been lucky enough to capture here over the years have been truly incredible.
I am based in Kent, and I travel all over the UK & Europe to capture and tell the intricate, timeless and very special stories of my client.
My Process
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Fill out my contact form & tell me all about your wedding plans, vision for your big day & a little about yourselves. I'll check my availability for your wedding date & will be back in touch with you as soon as I can to answer any questions you may have.
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I'll send you my wedding brochure for you to peruse over & we'll organise a video call to talk everything through. You can ask any questions you have & I'll walk you through my process, how I approach a wedding day & what you can expect from your experience with me.
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It's time to commission your wedding film! I will send you a link to my online booking portal where you'll be able to select the options you feel suit you best, sign the contract & pay the retainer fee- securing your wedding date & of course, your beautiful wedding film!
FAQs - Winters Barns Wedding Videography
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Yes. I am recommended by Winters Barns to all of their clients and I have filmed many weddings here in my career as a wedding videographer. From the ceremony room’s vaulted beams to the romantic courtyard, I know exactly where to capture the venue at its best in every season.
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Unfortunately Winters Barns does not allow drone footage. If this important to you then forward these concersn to the team at the venue.
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Collaboration is key. I work in harmony with photographers so we’re never in each other’s way, ensuring both your photos and film are equally strong. I also offer photo and film combination options for those clients looking for a seamless experience with both crafts.
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Yes—and winter weddings here are magical. The cosy lighting and warm interiors make for an intimate, cinematic feel. I have filmed weddings at Winters Barns in every season.
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I recommend enquiring as early as possible, as prime dates at both the venue and in my diary are often booked over a year in advance.