The Maryborough Hotel hosts both intimate civil ceremonies and grand-scale weddings in Cork. As part of our new "Weddings With:..." series, every month we are going to speak with a new Wedding Supplier who has worked/frequently works at our opulent wedding venue in Cork!
To begin our wedding series, we spoke with Laura and Benny, a couple of photographers who often work at our luxury hotel in Cork. We asked them questions about their top tips for wedding shoots, favourite memories, and best experiences in our wedding venue in Cork. Keep reading to learn more about Laura and Benny and why The Maryborough is one of their favourite wedding hotels in Cork!
About Laura and Benny:
Laura and Benny Photography are Wedding Photographers in Cork but cover the whole of Munster. Laura and Benny are award-winning photographers and are highly regarded in the wedding industry. Laura and Benny share their knowledge daily on Instagram as well as in Audio Podcasts and Video Interviews. Photographing in The Maryborough more than 10 times every ever, Laura and Benny know the hotel very well. They assure us they are big fans of The Maryborough, not only from a photography standpoint but they highly commend the service they witness, the food which is always excellent, and they genuinely recommend The Maryborough as one of the top venues for weddings in Cork and Munster.
Hi there Laura and Benny and thank you so much for taking the time to speak with us! Our first question for you today is - what do you love most about shooting at The Maryborough?
The drinks reception is always excellent, the spacing of people is just right. That means guests are comfortable which gives us lots of chances to capture wedding guests naturally enjoying the wedding day. The full bar and food spread keeps the guests in the Orangery, holding the buzz and atmosphere of the party!
What do you think makes the Maryborough one of the best wedding hotels in Cork?
Whatever the Irish weather the Maryborough has you covered. We never fear taking photographs at the Maryborough. Indoor and Outdoor options, and indoor options that feel like outdoors! The main garden is unbeatable on a sunny day, front of house is a great entrance and photo location, the dry ice champagne welcome is pure class and genuine, the service and food are always excellent, never waivers!
What is your most memorable Maryborough moment?
We have seen so much at the Maryborough, from epic piano playing in the Orangery at ceremonies, wild dancefloors under the fantastic banqueting lighting, flying down the grand staircase with excited bridesmaids, surprising couples with the secret garden to the most spectacular bathroom window bride portrait in the bridal sweet.
What do you love most about shooting at The Maryborough?
The drinks reception is always excellent, the spacing of people is just right. That means guests are comfortable this gives us lots of chances to capture wedding guests naturally enjoying the wedding day. The full bar and food spread keeps the guests in the Orangery, holding the buzz and atmosphere of the party!
What are some top tips you have for couples who hold their special day at our luxury hotel in Cork?
No matter what the location don't try to micromanage the day, but particularly at the Maryborough there is no need. The staff and multiple managers at your disposal are excellent in all situations. Do time your day to make the most of all parts of the day at the Maryborough but don't get to hung up on precision, let the day flow, be flexible, relax, enjoy!
Learn more about the Maryborough’s incredible Wedding Packages here. For more information, please contact our Wedding Co-Ordinator HERE or by calling 021 491 8309.
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