Ben & Nicola's Wedding at Parley Manor, Christchurch

My Wedding Photography started at Parley Manor with the Groomsmen.  They all seemed to be on top form, and there was a great level of excitement!  The guests all appeared at the same time and descended on the Groomsmen who were waiting to greet them at the front of Parley Manor.  This gave me some great opportunities for some natural photographs.



The Bride arrived with her Dad and Bridesmaids, whilst her Mum and Brother stood regally at the front door. Meanwhile, the boys were clock watching in the ceremony Marquee!

The Civil Wedding Ceremony commenced, and with readings from Nicola’s Mum and Ben’s Grandad to add a nice personal touch, the couple were soon Mr & Mrs!

It was a ceremony of joyous tears and laughter which I think is a great combination for those Wedding memories. 

There was a mix up with the first kiss and the newlyweds never got their chance!! So after the signing of the register, Ben & Nicola had their opportunity.

Just 10 minutes following the marriage ceremony, two guests flew in through the gates after mixing Brighton up with Bournemouth, so following a good 5 minutes of mickey-taking (and rightly so!!) they were forgiven.

The weather always looked like it might rain, but throughout the group photographs the skies held for us, although a few ‘just-in-case’ umbrellas were to be seen. Loving the poses pulled by one of the Ushers here – just had to capture this!

Ben & Nicola were after a more relaxed approach to their photography, which suited both my Documentary Style of photography, and also their Wedding atmosphere – this meant that I was able to get a few sneaky shots of the Bride & Groom over the course of the day that they didn’t know about, for example whilst everyone was milling around waiting for dinner ... that Ben & his Best Man took time out to say hello to!

As ever, the Parley Manor team had done an amazing job inside the Wedding Marquee, and Ben & Nicola’s theme & colour scheme looked fab. Ben’s Usher had organised all the stationery and the table seating plan, which were all first class.

After the Wedding Breakfast, Ben & Nicola spent some time alone outside, whilst inside the marquee the groomsmen hit the cocktail bar in preparation of the party night ahead.

Congratulations Ben & Nicola – thank you for asking me to photograph your wedding! I wish you both bucketfuls of happiness for your future together!