Samantha Gilchrist is the CEO of The Gilchrist Collection.

Samantha started her career in weddings as a photographer in 2007, having graduated from the London College of Fashion. Fuelled by her creative vision, she quickly found herself globetrotting as a sought-after wedding photographer, shooting over 500 weddings in some of the world’s most iconic venues. In 2017 Samantha teamed up with her business partner, Stuart Guy, to invest in her first wedding venue.

Through a loving restoration, each area of the venue was carefully curated to seamlessly harmonize on the special day, providing an exquisite backdrop for breathtaking wedding photography. Samantha’s formula for success was soon replicated with the acquisition of a further 11 venues thus becoming The Gilchrist Collection. Samantha remains a very hands-on CEO, her success stemming from her genuine passion for weddings, revelling in the excitement of every couple that says “I Do” at her venues.