A Rainy Autumn Farm Wedding at Ferme du Moulinat

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La Ferme du Moulinat lies in Gironde, in the village of Loubens. Let me take you back to this wedding at an authentic family farm, where a love of the land and of family heritage goes hand in hand with the love of our newlyweds and their families.

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Getting Married on a Family Farm in Gironde

The history of Ferme du Moulinat goes back to the 19th century. The farm is known for raising quality poultry, above all ducks for the foie gras of south-west France.

Bride and groom under a clear umbrella looking up at the rain, in black and white

Wooden signpost pointing the way at the entrance of Ferme du Moulinat

Large oak tree at the end of a green path at Ferme du Moulinat

Old stone farm building surrounded by greenery at Ferme du Moulinat

Ferme du Moulinat opened its doors to the public in 2001 to sell its fresh produce. It is run by the Fazembat family: parents and children have worked together on the farm since 2013. The children brought a fresh eye to the environment and to farming, and the cereal crops are now exclusively organic.

Stone barn with a wooden door and porch at Ferme du Moulinat

Welcome sign made of wooden planks resting against a stone wall

After 2015, Ferme du Moulinat changed once again and began welcoming couples to celebrate their weddings there.

Small wooden sign set in the grass before a stone wall

Green-edged path running alongside a stone tower on the farm

White hearts on stems lining a gravel path

I discovered a place that won my heart instantly. This family farm is run by a close-knit, warm-hearted family with a passion for what they do and for people.

Weathered wooden picket fence under a tree in the farm garden

Numbered red bedroom door in the farm's guest house

The Newlyweds of Ferme du Moulinat

Amandine and Jérôme were married at Ferme du Moulinat in October 2020.

Wooden ring box lined with moss resting on a white sheet

Lit brick niche with a decorative hen and walnuts

They chose me as their wedding photographer for my Fine Art photography style. As luck would have it, Amandine and Jérôme work together in their own video and photography company, Nwes. What an honour to be trusted with the wedding photos of two image professionals!

Engagement ring in a blush pink velvet box

Bride having mascara applied while getting ready

Bunch of wheat ears in a blue and white earthenware teapot

Silhouette of the groom brushing his teeth by the window, in black and white

Naturally, they surrounded themselves with event suppliers they had long admired, for their outfits, the music and the planning alike.

Ornate oval frame with a bow holding old family photographs

Bedroom at Ferme du Moulinat with a wall of books and a large bed

They also wanted to add their own personal touch to the beautiful decoration of the day.

Groom's white sneakers, wedding ring and bow tie on a wooden table

Groom in a navy suit by a French window beneath a vine

Bride and groom under a white umbrella in front of a stone farm building

Bride and groom embracing under an umbrella on a wooden footbridge

I was also glad to see that the couple had made their celebration safe, with a strict health protocol that let everyone enjoy the party without taking any risks.

Bride in a ball gown and white wrap standing before an old wall

Portrait of the smiling bride with a flower crown and pink bouquet

A rainy wedding, a happy wedding at Ferme du Moulinat

Stéphanie Denis of Célébrons l’Amour planned Amandine and Jérôme’s wedding, as well as their humanist ceremony, held outside the farm under a marquee because of the weather.

Bride and groom embracing and gazing at each other by an ochre farm wall

Groom leaning against an old wooden barn door

The preparations took place in the farm’s annex building, which houses its bed and breakfast.

Bride leaning into the groom against the wooden barn door

Groom kissing the bride's cheek in front of a stone wall

Bouquet of pink and white roses resting on a stone

Smiling bride and groom side by side before an old wooden gate

This grand, imposing stone house is entirely covered in ivy. Its mix of shimmering green and reddish-orange, together with the damp weather, gave the wedding an autumnal mood. Absolutely beautiful!

Groom resting his face against the bride, in black and white

Bride and groom under an ivy-covered porch in the farmyard

The couple photos were taken at the Moulin de Loubens, next to Ferme du Moulinat. I particularly loved this place the couple had chosen: despite the heavy rain, it was truly magical.

Laughing bride and groom embracing under an arch of greenery

Bride and groom before a wall covered in red and green Virginia creeper

Groom kneeling before the bride at the foot of a leafy stone stairway

Bride and groom on stone steps framed by autumn Virginia creeper

Amandine wore a winter bolero over her bridal outfit to cover and warm her shoulders, and carried a clear umbrella. Both came in handy, whether for getting around outside or for the couple photos at the mill! In fact, she arrived at her ceremony on her father’s arm with her umbrella open.

Bride and groom face to face under an umbrella on a small wooden bridge

Smiling bride and groom under a clear umbrella in the garden

A rustic, countryside wedding reception

After the couple photos, family and friends made their way to the reception hall to enjoy the wedding dinner and the dancing.

Guest book corner with an antique desk and camera against a stone wall

Reception hall under exposed beams in the barn at Ferme du Moulinat

The wedding hall is none other than the farm’s former tobacco-drying barn!

Wedding menu on a table glowing with string lights

Antique white dresser marked La Ferme du Moulinat against a stone wall

White plates and tied napkins on a linen tablecloth, seen from above

Napkin tied with twine and a small pink favour on a plate

Once again, I found myself in an exceptional space, with its volume, its height, its stone walls and the timber framework beneath the roof. Incredible!

Seating chart of hanging place cards on a stone wall

Bride, groom and two guests under a large oak in the farm grounds

The reception hall at Ferme du Moulinat can seat 150 guests. Of course, Amandine and Jérôme’s wedding was a much smaller gathering. Even so, everyone took care to respect their neighbours at the table, with joy and good humour!

Bride and groom on a swing flanked by their witnesses under an oak

Bride and groom kissing between the ropes of a swing

Wine and champagne bottles stacked in a wooden rack

Masked guests writing a message on a black sphere, in black and white

The tables had been beautifully decorated and set by Stéphanie and the bride, and the guests took their seats to wait for the newlyweds. Amandine and Jérôme opened the dancing with a flawless choreographed first dance!

Bride and guests dancing with raised arms under pink lights

Croquembouche decorated with sparklers during the dinner

Then came the wedding dinner, prepared by the in-house caterer with produce from the farm. The guests wore masks, and the evening was full of joy, with everyone on top form!

Bride and groom kissing during their first dance under pink lights

The Fazembat family, hosts of Ferme du Moulinat, on the wedding night

Wedding suppliers

Here are the wedding suppliers Amandine and Jérôme chose to have by their side for their wedding.

Venue: La Ferme du Moulinat
Wedding planner: Stéphanie Denis (Célébrons l’Amour)
Wedding gown: Eglantine
Suit: Blandin & Delloye
Flowers: Nature & A
Caterer: La Ferme du Moulinat
DJ: David FMA

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Ferme du Moulinat?

In Loubens, in the Gironde.

How many guests can the Ferme du Moulinat’s hall welcome?

The reception hall, set in the former tobacco-drying barn, can seat 150 guests.

What happens if it rains?

For Amandine and Jérôme, the secular ceremony took place under a marquee, and the couple photos were taken at the nearby Moulin de Loubens, in the rain.

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