Why Photographers Love the Secret Back Forty at Willowbrook Weddings
When couples arrive at Willowbrook Weddings, they are first drawn to the obvious photo spots. The Willowbrook Pond reflects the light beautifully, the waterfall creates intimate ceremony moments, and the formal gardens offer classic backdrops for any wedding style. Beyond the ceremony spaces and reception hall, the property opens into the hidden “back forty.”
This area offers 20 acres of rolling Delaware countryside, natural fields, and open skies that change with the seasons. Photographers love it because it feels like a destination shoot while staying on-site. With golf cart access and professional coordination, you enjoy effortless transitions from elegant pavilion portraits to stunning countryside shots, all in one location.
Golf Cart Access to Delaware Countryside Photo Locations
Most venues stick to their manicured spaces, but we've opened up acres of natural Delaware countryside that photographers can reach with our onsite team's golf cart support. When you're ready for portraits beyond the traditional shots at our Willowbrook Pond or Willowbrook Waterfall, we'll transport you there without the trek.
The terrain shifts from our formal gardens to open fields, creating backdrops that feel completely separate from your reception space. Photographers consistently tell us they value this contrast, especially when they need couple portraits with different energy than what our intimate Willowbrook Courtyard or structured Willowbrook Pavilion provide.
From Waterfall Ceremonies to Open Field Portraits
Your photo timeline doesn’t have to stay limited to our six ceremony locations. Our newest space, Willowbrook’s Walk In the Park, features handcrafted black iron doors that open to a serene garden walkway, perfect for capturing that unforgettable bridal entrance. The Willowbrook Waterfall sets the scene for intimate micro-ceremony moments, while the Willowbrook Woods offers a soft, natural canopy that photographers love. And for couples dreaming of something completely untouched, the back forty unfolds into rolling fields and authentic Delaware scenery.
Photographers often use golden hour across these spaces, taking advantage of the open sky and natural light that span our 20-acre property. The result is a gallery that feels beautifully diverse, like it was captured across multiple destinations, all within one place.
Bridal Suite Professional Lighting Plus Natural Outdoor Settings
Our Bridal Suite features six hair and makeup stations with professional lighting, but photographers also capitalize on the abundant natural light throughout the space. The private back staircase adds interesting architectural elements, and when combined with our outdoor settings, gives you both polished preparation shots and organic countryside moments.
The Groom's Room provides a completely different atmosphere with its lounge area and pool table, perfect for those relaxed getting-ready shots that balance the more formal ceremony images you'll capture at our various outdoor locations.
Onsite Team Golf Cart Support for Remote Photo Locations
Our on-site team coordinates golf cart transportation to reach back forty locations on request. Instead of walking across fields in wedding attire, you arrive ready for photos. This logistics support means photographers can plan comprehensive shot lists without transportation concerns.
During your tour, specifically request to see these extended photo areas. Most couples don't realize how much photographable space extends beyond our main Willowbrook Hall and pavilion areas.
Year-Round Garden Blooms and Seasonal Back Forty Landscapes
Our gardens bloom throughout all seasons, creating different photo opportunities based on your wedding date. The back forty transforms with Delaware's seasons too, from spring growth to autumn fields. Photographers can work with these natural changes rather than depending on extensive decoration.
The pairing of formal spaces like our Willowbrook Courtyard and Willowbrook Pavilion with the unstructured beauty of the back forty means your photographer captures multiple aesthetics without traveling between venues or losing valuable timeline minutes.
Conclusion
We've seen wedding albums that rival destination photography, all shot right here on our 20-acre property. When photographers have room to work and scenic variety to choose from, the creative results expand dramatically.
Ready to see what draws photographers to our back forty locations? Schedule a tour and ask specifically about our photo areas and golf cart access coordination. Our team will walk you through the logistics and explain how these diverse spaces integrate into your wedding day timeline.
Contact us at info@willowbrookde.com or 302.228.0787 to schedule your tour and discover why photographers consistently select Willowbrook for Delaware wedding photography.
FAQs
How do we access the back forty areas during our wedding?
Our on-site team provides golf cart support for photo locations upon request. During your tour, we'll discuss timing and logistics for accessing these extended photo areas as part of your wedding day timeline.
Can we visit the back forty during our initial tour?
Yes, when you schedule your tour through our tour form, ask specifically about seeing our photo locations, including the back forty. We want you to understand the full scope of your photo opportunities before booking.
What photo locations are included with our booking?
All six ceremony locations (Willowbrook Hall, Courtyard, Pond, Waterfall, Woods, and Pavilion) plus access to our gardens, fields, and back forty areas are included. Our team can coordinate golf cart transportation to these extended locations.
Do photographers need special permission to use these areas?
No additional permissions needed. The back forty access is part of your venue rental. We simply coordinate with your photographer and our on-site team to ensure smooth logistics on your wedding day.