A winter wedding at the Parlour at Blagdon - Kerrie and Nick

Kerrie and Nick’s winter wedding at the Parlour at Blagdon was an intimate, heartwarming celebration that perfectly suited the rustic charm of this cozy venue, just a short drive from Newcastle. Kerrie got ready in the picturesque cottage with her bridesmaids, looking every bit the vision of elegance in her A-line gown. The emotion was palpable when her dad saw her for the first time, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the room. Nick was equally moved as he watched Kerrie walk down the aisle to join him for their ceremony in the charming Old Smithy.

After the ceremony, guests enjoyed drinks in the courtyard, where a magician entertained them with his impressive tricks, adding a fun and unique touch to the drinks reception. The celebration then moved to the Willow Room for heartfelt speeches and a delicious meal, followed by an evening full of dancing and live music. Despite the intermittent rain and chilly winter weather, the atmosphere all day was warm and inviting. Kerrie and Nick were such a joy to work with—genuine, kind, and full of warmth, making their wedding day a true pleasure to capture.

If you're planning your wedding at the Parlour at Blagdon, and are looking for a wedding photographer, please get in touch, we would love to hear from you.

A wedding at Lartington Hall - Shannon and Steven

Shannon and Steven's wedding at Lartington Hall, just outside Barnard Castle, was a real pleasure to be part of. The venue itself is stunning, with its blend of classic elegance and countryside charm. The onsite chapel provided a peaceful and intimate setting for the ceremony, making it feel so special. But what really made the day unforgettable was Shannon and Steven themselves—they were such a joy to work with, and it was an honour to be part of their beautiful celebration.

If you're planning your own wedding at Lartington Hall and are looking for a wedding photographer, please get in touch, we would love to hear from you.

Wynyard Hall - Rebecca and Michael

Wow, wow, wow! If you are going to have a black-tie wedding, this is how you do it! Rebecca and Micheal were one of the few lucky couples who were able to be married in 2020 without limitations or restrictions. Their elegant and sophisticated wedding took place at Wynyard Hall last February.

There was not a dry eye in the room as Rebecca walked down the aisle of the grand ballroom, following her and Michael’s daughter and escorted by her brother. There were smiles and one or two tears from the guests as they exchanged vows and rings, and joy spread through the room for the happy couple as they were pronounced man and wife. It was another extremely windy day, and the sky was desperately trying to rain so we stuck to sheltered areas for their pictures - but Wynyard Hall being what it is, is not short of wonderful places for photographs. After their meal and some fabulous speeches in the conservatory, they took to the dancefloor for their first dance as man and wife. They had told us before their wedding how much they liked our more dramatic artistic wedding portraits, and so as guests began to tuck into the evening buffet, we stole away with them to Wynyard Hall’s stunning Brooks chapel for a few more shots with one or two more outside in a similar style. It was a wonderful day with a wonderful couple. I just can’t wait to get back to shootings weddings like this again.

“THANK YOU! You were both so fantastic on our wedding day and we are so happy that we found you to capture our day. What can I say.... the pictures are amazing! You really did capture some amazing moments. We shed a few tears looking through them last night. You guys are fabulous and so talented at what you do. We can’t thank you enough!!

Rebecca and Micheal”

Healey Barn - Kirsty and Adam

Over two years ago Kirsty and Adam were searching for a venue for their wedding.  They wanted something a little different from the norm, stylish but relaxed, somewhere in the countryside and somewhere close to where they grew up.  During their search, they were told about Healey Barn, a brand new wedding venue - at the time still in it's planning stages.  The took a leap of faith and became one of the first couples to book.  

It felt like forever before the day finally arrived, a little grey and overcast but the day certainly didn't disappoint.  The beautiful ceremony at St Andrews church in Corbridge was followed by their relaxed wedding reception at Healey Barn, a few photographs in the nearby fields and woods, and some fantastic evening entertainment from the local boy band - the Boyz.  

It was a wonderful day with a truly fantastic couple and having previously photographed Adam's brother's wedding at Matfen Hall it was a joy to work with the family once again.

Here is their story...  

Wynyard Hall - Lauren and Mark

Lauren and Marks elegant wedding day at Wynyard Hall was a real treat to photograph.  It involved two beautiful wedding dresses, a vintage diamond tiara given to the bride from her father, designer wedding shoes, the most incredible wedding cake I have ever seen with it's own flower arch and a stunning venue, Wynyard Hall in the Tees Valley.  Their choice of colour theme, in pale gold reflected the elegance of the occasion and suited the venue perfectly.  The whole day was a treat for the eyes. 

The wedding ceremony took place in Wynyard Hall's chapel, moving on to the Statue Gallery for a drinks reception and the Winter Gardens for their wedding breakfast and evening reception.

Here are a few of the best from the day.