Jess & Keith’s Dream Wedding at Ashley Park House — A Family Affair Full of Sunshine, Showers, and Pure Joy
As a wedding videographer in Ireland, there are days when you get to witness something truly special — not just a wedding, but a heartfelt gathering of family, laughter, and a kind of quiet magic that stays with you long after the camera is packed away. Jess and Keith’s wedding at the breathtaking Ashley Park House near Limerick was exactly that.
It was the sort of day that makes you grateful for this job — and not just because it offered the rarest of things: a bit of Irish summer sunshine (though, true to form, it did manage to rain sideways at least once between the ceremony and the speeches — it wouldn’t be an Irish wedding without it, would it?).
The Setting: Ashley Park House Charm
Tucked away in the heart of County Tipperary and just over an hour from Dublin, Ashley Park House is one of those places that feels like it stepped out of a storybook. The lakeside setting, centuries-old trees, and that old-world charm wrapped in elegance make it a dream location for any couple — and a delight for a wedding videographer looking to capture something timeless.
For Jess and Keith, this venue was the perfect canvas to paint the story of their love — soft, serene, and full of heart. Every detail was thoughtfully chosen, from the soft blush tones in the flowers to the hand-painted signage welcoming their guests. But what truly stood out about their day wasn’t the decor — it was the people.
A Family at the Centre
Jess and Keith didn’t just tie the knot — they brought their two-year-old daughter Aoife right into the centre of the celebration, and it changed the whole tone of the day in the most beautiful way. Weddings often talk about “family,” but this one embodied it.
From the moment Aoife toddled down the aisle (with only a few pit-stops and detours — as you'd expect), to her proudly dancing with her parents during the reception, it was clear this was more than a wedding — it was a celebration of their family as it is and as it continues to grow.
As a wedding videographer in Ireland, it’s moments like these that are gold dust. They’re not staged. They’re not scripted. They’re real. And those tiny in-between moments — Aoife giggling during the vows, clinging to her dad’s leg during the speeches, or being scooped up by her mum for a sneaky snack break — those are the ones we love to capture. The unscripted things you’ll look back on years from now and feel all over again.
Ceremony by the Water, with Irish Weather Keeping Us Humble
The ceremony itself was held by the lake — soft ripples on the water, gentle breeze, a scattering of petals down the aisle. It was as close to serene as any wedding could be — until, of course, the rain rolled in with perfect comedic timing right after they said “I do.” Typical Irish summer — it gives you five minutes of golden light, then pelts you with sideways rain just to remind you where you are. One guest summed it up perfectly: “It wouldn’t feel right if we didn’t get drenched at least once!”
Fortunately, Ashley Park House is no stranger to Irish weather — and neither are Irish couples. A quick move indoors, a top-up of Prosecco, and the festivities never missed a beat.
The Celebration: Speeches, Songs & the Best Dance Moves
Inside, the reception room glowed with warm candlelight and the sound of laughter. The speeches were some of the most heartfelt I’ve ever filmed — Keith’s words to Jess had the whole room welling up, and Jess’s tribute to their daughter had even the best men pretending they “had something in their eye.”
One of the standout moments? Jess’s father surprised everyone with a song he’d written especially for the couple. These are the moments where being a wedding videographer in Ireland feels like more than just a job — it feels like being entrusted with something sacred.
And let’s not forget the dancing. Aoife may have been the youngest on the dance floor, but she was easily the most enthusiastic. From her early-evening twirls with her cousins to the full-on boogie during the band’s encore, she was pure energy and joy — and a reminder that the best weddings aren’t just about the couple, they’re about everyone they bring with them.
Capturing the Story
When I look back at the footage from Jess and Keith’s day, what strikes me most isn’t just how beautiful everything looked — though it truly did — it’s how much it felt. The emotion in their vows. The way Keith looked at Jess during the first dance. The small smiles exchanged between family members. These are the things we try to preserve when we create a wedding film — a living memory, not just a highlight reel.
As a wedding videographer based near Dublin, I’m always honoured when couples choose me to document their wedding day. But with Jess and Keith, and little Aoife dancing through it all, it felt like being part of something more — something real, grounded, and full of heart.
A Few Words for Future Couples
If you’re planning your wedding in Ireland and looking for a videographer, my advice is this: find someone who sees the story in the in-between moments. The glances, the laughter, the quiet hands held under the table. It’s not just about the dress and the venue (though Ashley Park House is one of the most stunning venues in the country) — it’s about preserving the feeling.
Jess and Keith, thank you for letting me be part of your day. It was a celebration full of warmth, humour, and the kind of Irish spirit that can take a rainy forecast and turn it into a sunny memory.
And to Aoife — I hope you look back on this film someday and see just how loved you were, even before you knew what a wedding was.