Disney’s Tangled Themed Wedding at Moddershall Oaks

July 30, 2025 In blog

When Natasha and James first thought about their perfect wedding day, they envisioned something straight out of a Disney fairytale – and Moddershall Oaks provided a magical setting.

Set in the Staffordshire countryside with its private lake, ancient oak trees, and newly built woodland pods, this exclusive wedding venue became the real-life version of Disney’s Tangled for their special day. From the carefully chosen purple and gold colour scheme to the lantern decorations and even their dog Flynn (named after the film’s dashing hero), every detail told their unique love story. As their wedding photographer, I had the privilege of capturing all the laughter, happy tears, and unforgettable moments that made this celebration so extraordinary.

Glamming Up in the Prep Pod

The morning bridal preparations unfolded in Moddershall Oaks’ stunning new Bluebells Prep Pod, part of their exclusive woodland pod collection. These luxurious private spaces, tucked away among the trees, provided a serene setting for Natasha and her bridesmaids to get ready in style with their make-up artist. The atmosphere was electric with excitement as Natasha stepped into her Romantica of Devon gown – a dress she’d nearly passed over until her maid of honour Kayleigh insisted she try it. The moment she saw herself in the mirror, with its delicate lace details and soft pink hue (appropriately named “Rumpink”), any doubts vanished. “I feel like a real princess,” she whispered, her eyes shining. Meanwhile, my good friend and second shooter, Adrian from Will Hey Photography was documenting James’ preparations with the groomsmen, capturing all those candid moments of pre-ceremony anticipation.

A man with glasses meticulously tying a purple necktie in a well-lit room, during groom preparation at Moddershall Oaks.
Two men laughing while one helps the other with his purple tie, a grey suit jacket hanging nearby, during groom preparation at Moddershall Oaks.
A modern wooden cabin with large windows and outdoor seating, surrounded by lush green foliage and stone landscaping, part of the bridal prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
A busy bridal preparation room in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks, with several women doing hair and makeup at large vanity tables with illuminated mirrors.
A close-up of a bride with intricate braided hair receiving a final spray of hairspray in front of an illuminated mirror, in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
Two women in black and white, one with braided hair, embracing warmly and smiling, in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
A bride in a white robe kneeling to pet a small, fluffy dog through a glass door, both showing affection, during bridal prep in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
A black and white image of a bride with an elegant braided updo, fastening an earring while looking in a mirror, during bridal prep in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
A woman wearing glasses and a purple robe applying makeup with a brush, reflected in an illuminated circular mirror, during bridal prep in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
A black and white image of a bride in a white shirt helping an older woman fasten a bracelet on her wrist, during bridal prep in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.
A close-up, black and white image showing hands tying the wedding dress before the ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
dad reveal before the ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
A black and white image of a the father of the bride hugging the bride in a wedding dress, holding a bouquet of flowers, during bridal prep in the prep pod at Moddershall Oaks.

Outdoor Ceremony in the Oak Gazebo

There were a couple of ceremony options thanks to some nerve-wracking rain showers that threatened to move proceedings indoors to a primed ceremony room. I reassured Natasha that this was good luck in France, but the clouds parted just in time for their outdoor civil ceremony. The oak pagoda, adorned with breathtaking floral arrangements by Dean Sharpe, looked like it had been plucked straight from a storybook. Natasha’s grand entrance was nothing short of magical – walking down the aisle on her father’s arm with Flynn proudly trotting alongside, his little tail wagging away. The ceremony itself was deeply personal, with vows that referenced how they first met (through mutual friends at a pub quiz) and sweet nods to Natasha’s much loved Disney films. Flynn contributed his own vocal endorsements at key moments, much to everyone’s delight. The whole ceremony was full of laughter, emotion and dog woofing!

An outdoor wedding ceremony setup at Moddershall Oaks, under a green archway with white chairs and a central aisle leading to an oak gazebo, surrounded by trees.
guest licking the gift envelope before the wedding ceremony
A woman in a patterned dress and hat, seen from behind, embracing someone, at Moddershall Oaks.
A groom in a grey suit and purple tie walks outdoors at Moddershall Oaks, looking down at his wrist, surrounded by guests during the outdoor ceremony.
A groom in a grey suit and purple tie looks upwards, with guests and greenery in the background, awaiting the bride at the outdoor ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
A bride in a white gown walks down a green aisle with her father and dog, towards the wedding arch at Moddershall Oaks, carrying a bouquet during the outdoor ceremony.
The bride, viewed from behind, walking down the aisle towards a decorated gazebo at Moddershall Oaks, with guests seated on both sides during the outdoor ceremony.
A close-up of a bride in her white gown, walking down the aisle with a small dog on a leash beside her, during the outdoor ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride, looking happy, walks down the aisle arm in arm with her father, while the groom awaits at the outdoor ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
A smiling bride is handed over by her father to the waiting groom at the end of the aisle, during the outdoor ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride and groom stand facing each other under the Oak Pagoda at Moddershall Oaks, with a registrar to the right and guests in the background during the outdoor ceremony.
The bride and groom stand smiling at each other during their outdoor ceremony at Moddershall Oaks, surrounded by greenery and guests.
The dog photographed through the groom's legs
A black and white image of the groom smiling at the bride during the outdoor wedding ceremony at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride and groom share a joyful laugh during their wedding ceremony at Moddershall Oaks, with guests blurred in the background.
The bride and groom share their first kiss as a married couple, surrounded by applauding guests outdoors at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride removing her lipstick from the groom's lips after the first kiss at Moddershall Oaks
The happy couple exits the ceremony, walking down the aisle at Moddershall Oaks, with guests throwing confetti on them.

Drinks, Woodland Walk, and Magic

The drinks reception was a great celebration. Guests enjoyed exquisite canapés and drinks while being entertained by AC Magic performing mind-blowing close-up magic – I spotted several guests looking completely astonished at card tricks happening right before their eyes which made for some fab group shots. Shortly after, I stole the newlyweds away for a relaxed portrait session around the lake. Flynn joined us for these photos, proving to be the most natural model of the day, posing like a pro against the stunning backdrop of the water and woodlands.

A wide shot of two people and a small dog, acting as dog chaperones, sitting on the grass under large green trees, in a relaxed outdoor setting at Moddershall Oaks.
A close-up of a groomsman embracing the bride warmly, both smiling, surrounded by a green outdoor setting at Moddershall Oaks.
Two women embrace at Moddershall Oaks, with one laughing joyfully, against a backdrop of greenery and other guests.
The bride kissing her dog
The bride and groom stand facing each other under a canopy of green trees, holding hands, in a romantic relaxed portrait photo around the lake at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride and groom walk hand in hand down a path, looking at each other and smiling, surrounded by green trees, during relaxed portrait photos around the lake at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride and groom walk hand in hand on a paved path, with their small dog leading the way on a leash through a natural setting, during relaxed portrait photos around the lake at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride and groom, viewed from behind, walk away from the camera on a paved path, with a pond and distant building in the background, during relaxed portrait photos around the lake at Moddershall Oaks.
A wide shot of Moddershall Oaks, featuring a tranquil pond reflecting the surrounding green trees and the building in the distance, during relaxed portrait photos around the lake.
a magician shuffling cards
Three guests, including the groom in his grey suit, are seen from the chest up, laughing together outdoors in the sun, entertained by close up magic at Moddershall Oaks.
A woman with vibrant pink nails throws her hands up and shouts with excitement, captured in a candid, high-energy moment during close up magic entertainment at Moddershall Oaks.
A man in a suit, wearing sunglasses and a card in his mouth, performs a magic trick for guests outdoors at Moddershall Oaks, with trees in the background, during close up magic entertainment.
A man in a purple suit and sunglasses smiles broadly, interacting with laughing guests, as part of the close up magic entertainment at Moddershall Oaks.

Heartfelt Speeches and a Showstopping Surprise

The wedding breakfast in Moddershall’s elegant dining room was a feast for all senses. Beth from Venue Perfection had transformed the space into something out of Rapunzel’s wildest dreams – hanging lanterns, floating candles, and that spectacular “Best Day Ever” neon sign behind the top table. The emotional speeches had everyone reaching for tissues, particularly when James spoke movingly about his late mother. Then came Natasha’s jaw-dropping surprise: as dessert was being cleared, the screens behind them lit up with a pre-recorded ice skating routine she had choreographed and performed specially for James. The room erupted in applause as Natasha, a talented figure skater, glided and spun across the ice on screen – a breathtaking personal touch that left not a dry eye in the house.

A beautifully decorated wedding reception room at Moddershall Oaks with white chairs, tables set with white tablecloths, and green floral accents, showcasing Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
A wedding table centerpiece at Moddershall Oaks featuring a slice of wood, green foliage, red flowers, and an illustrated place card of a couple, reflecting Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
A close-up of a wedding table setting at Moddershall Oaks with a white menu card, surrounded by green leaves and pink and orange floral arrangements, showcasing Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
A wedding table setting at Moddershall Oaks with champagne flutes, plates, and orange napkins, ready for guests, with Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
A wedding cake stand at Moddershall Oaks with a tall, multi-tiered purple cake, adorned with delicate flowers and ribbons, consistent with Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
Close-up of Funko Pop figures of the bride and groom, and other characters, displayed as part of the wedding decorations at Moddershall Oaks, consistent with Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
A perfectly set round wedding reception table at Moddershall Oaks with white tablecloths, green and purple floral centerpieces, and place settings for guests, reflecting Disney's Tangled-themed wedding details.
The bride and groom make a grand entrance into the reception room at Moddershall Oaks, with guests blurred in the foreground.
A black and white image of the wedding party seated at the head table at Moddershall Oaks, with a floral archway behind them, during the speeches.
A black and white image of the groom speaking into a microphone, with the bridal party seated at the head table behind flowers, during speeches at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride playfully hides her face while the groom laughs and speaks into a microphone during his speech, surrounded by flowers and greenery, at Moddershall Oaks.
The groom speaks into a microphone during his speech at Moddershall Oaks, with a glowing neon sign in the background, visible through a floral arch.
The bride and groom are laughing heartily at the head table at Moddershall Oaks, with guests blurred in the background, during the speeches.
Bride laughing and hiding her face during the speeches
The groom speaks confidently into a microphone at the head table at Moddershall Oaks, with a vibrant floral arch behind him and guests seated, during his speech.
A black and white image of the groom speaking at the head table at Moddershall Oaks, looking out at the guests during his speech.
A close-up of the bride smiling shyly, wiping her tears, during the speeches at Moddershall Oaks.
A guest holds up a small photo showing the groom in an embarrassing position, during the speeches at Moddershall Oaks.
A black and white image of the bride and groom standing together, holding a microphone and smiling, watching the bride's ice skating routine at Moddershall Oaks.

Party All the Way

The evening kicked off with a Tangled-themed first dance to I See the Light—except this was no awkward swaying. Natasha, an ice figure skater, had choreographed a full routine complete with a lift by James at the end (just like a Disney prince!). DJ Dave Dee Disco (a personal favourite for keeping dance floors packed) kept the party going late into the night.

From the emotional moments to the hilarious ones (we’ll never forget Flynn’s enthusiastic howls during the ceremony), Natasha and James’ wedding was a masterclass on how to personalise your big day.

Cutting of the cake at Moddershall Oaks
Dave Dee Disco at Moddershall Oaks
The bride and groom, along with guests, dance and cheer with their arms raised, celebrating on the dance floor during the first dance at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride and groom dance and smile with their arms raised, surrounded by cheering guests on the dance floor, during their first dance at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride is lifted up by the groom during a dance, with guests cheering around them on the dance floor, during their first dance at Moddershall Oaks.
The groom carries the bride in his arms while dancing, with colorful lights and guests in the background, during the first dance at Moddershall Oaks.
Bride and groom kissing on the dancefloor
The bride and groom share a tender moment, embracing on the dance floor at Moddershall Oaks, bathed in party lights during the evening party.
A man spinning his wife on the dancefoor
Woman dancing with a cowboy hat at Moddershall Oaks.
A blonde woman dancing at Moddershall Oaks.
A woman shaking her head on the dancefloor at Moddershall Oaks.
The bride wearing a tangled-themed headpiece at Moddershall Oaks.
Guest taking a selfie on the dancefloor at Moddershall Oaks.
Evening party at Moddershall Oaks.
Bride dancing on the dancefloor at Moddershall Oaks.
Two guests singing out lout to each other at Moddershall Oaks.
A woman with pink hair dancing at Moddershall Oaks.
a woman smiling and dancing at Moddershall Oaks.

Wedding Photography at Moddershall Oaks

1. A Natural Setting for Authentic Wedding Photos

Moddershall Oaks provides a straightforward yet striking backdrop for wedding photography. The venue’s 72-acre countryside setting offers clean, uncluttered scenery—lakeside views, wooded pathways, and an oak-framed ceremony space that works in any season. The indoor area is equally practical, with large skylights ensuring good lighting even for late-afternoon or winter weddings. It’s a functional space that doesn’t force artificial setups, letting candid moments and portraits feel natural rather than staged.

2. The New Woodland Pods: Functional and Photogenic
Moddershall Oaks recently added a set of purpose-built Woodland Pods, designed to streamline the wedding day. The Prep Pod is a practical space for bridal preparations, with ample room for hair and makeup stations, while the Honeymoon Pod offers a quiet retreat post-ceremony. Both are well-designed—not just for comfort, but also for photography. Large windows, neutral interiors, and private outdoor areas mean less time arranging shots and more time capturing genuine moments as they happen.

3. A Practical Venue for Consistent Results
Moddershall Oaks works well for photographers because it eliminates common logistical headaches. The layout is compact but flexible, with easy access to outdoor and indoor areas including multiple ceremony spaces — useful when the weather changes last minute. The staff and wedding co-ordinator are efficient, keeping the day on schedule so there’s no rush to get key shots. And because the venue is used exclusively for each wedding, there are no distractions or awkward background interruptions. It’s a reliable choice for couples who want the photos to reflect the story of your wedding day without unnecessary fuss.

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