When I was last at the majestic Sherbrooke Castle Hotel on Glasgow’s south side, I commented on the autumn colours, the clocks going back, and how the Sherbrooke was the perfect place for a warm and comforting autumnal celebration. I returned this week, funnily enough just one week after the clocks went forward, with the sun splitting the sky and the temperatures soaring, and guess what – it turns out the Sherbrooke is the perfect place for a warm (very warm!), and comfortable, spring celebration! It was one of the most pleasant Easter Sundays I can remember and Alan and Amanda were married in a beautiful and relaxing ceremony at the hotel. Rumour has it that a couple of less relaxing moments were caused by a pair of missing socks for the best man and a slight hitch with the dress immediately before the service, but you would never have known! Alan and Amanda are the most laid back couple I’ve met. The beaming smiles all day long were 100% genuine – they were a perfect bride and groom and they looked absolutely stunning. They have been together for 8 years and have a beautiful little daughter called Mia – they make a perfect family. They met on a blind date and have been blissfully happy ever since.
They were helped by a bunch of good-looking attendants – one of which was the aforementioned best man, Brian. He is my nephew and his good looks and charm come very much from his Wilson genes! His talent for comedy may sometimes come from a distant planet but you will always laugh in Brian’s company – always!! Alan cringed as Brian reminded us of the last time Alan and Brian were so smartly dressed and then described the guy who had forsaken his “plus one” invitation for the hope of grabbing an old auntie on the dance floor! He had the room roaring with laughter!
The girls were calmer but even prettier! Take a bow Lauren, Danni, Samantha and little Lilly and Mia. All five of them combined to form a very beautiful and easy going wedding party and it was a pleasure to be part of the day.
Once again the Sherbrooke Castle staff had everything timed to perfection – they always seem to host the most relaxed weddings ever. We even had time to watch a set of Andy Murray’s Miami final in the restaurant as we tucked into the most fantastic meal ever. Thanks to William and his team for looking after everyone but special thanks must go to Alan and Amanda for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day. It was a lovely day all round and I wish you both all the happiness in the world as you start on your new journey together. It was great to meet both families and all of your friends but special thanks must go to Lauren, Suzanne, Dani, Lilly Mia, Brian, Ian, Stuart, Zac, Ian, Isobel, Jane and John. You were all brilliant and I’d like to thank you all for your help and patience. Here are a few reminders of a really fantastic day……
Gerry Wilson Photography 
