Nothing could have prepared me for my first sighting of Allington Castle.  Tucked away in a quiet corner of Maidstone, the only entrance is by a private gate and a winding drive through the trees.  When you come out into the open, you are at the top of a hill, and before you lies a stunning castle surrounded by a moat and beautiful gardens.  As a private residence, it is a venue that appears to shy away from the spotlight.  What this means is that Anne and Michael have found a hidden gem of a venue at which to hold their wedding ceremony this coming September.   After a walk around the courtyard and historic interior of the castle, we ventured out into the grounds for some relaxed portrait shots.  Here are just a few.  The rest of the images can be viewed here.   I hope you like the images guys.  Really looking forward to creating some beautiful wedding photography for you both this autumn.