Rogerthorpe Manor Wedding Photographer | Hayley and Nathaniel's Wedding

A mega busy week and one where we were so lucky to have decent weather for the majority of the time, saw us with the wonderful Hayley and Nathaniel for wedding number three in three days, and another trip to take wedding photographs at St Wilfrid's Church, Brayton, where we've had the pleasure of being Selby wedding photographers on several occasions.  After capturing the relaxed bridal preparations at the couple's home it was on to the church to wait for Nathaniel, who arrived in a beautiful vintage car, at the exact time we'd arranged, giving us plenty of time to capture groom portraits and lots of other photos before Hayley arrived with her proud dad. The resident vicar, Pete, a hilarious Scotsman and definitely one of the residents of our favourite vicars' list, wasn't present that day but the vicar who married the couple was lovely and allowed us to get on with the job of capturing Hayley and Nathaniel's wedding vows as they tied the knot in this spectacular church.  Everyone headed out into the sunshine to shower them with confetti and then make the journey to the reception. We're regular Rogerthorpe Manor wedding photographers and always feel very much at home at this venue.  We knew though that we were on a tight timeline, as there were two weddings being hosted that day, not surprising on a Saturday in August, but Hayley, Nathaniel and their guests were absolute stars who arrived at Rogerthorpe Manor as quickly as possible and stayed close by so that we can could complete the group photos fast, leaving us a few precious minutes for couple photos in the beautiful, picturesque main garden.  Fifteen minutes before the guests began to sit for the wedding breakfast was our cue to scoot inside and photograph the room, this time the Lawrence Suite, and some of the details couples put some much time and effort into choosing.  After the speeches we made use of the other areas around the grounds for Hayley and Nathaniel's photographs. This time is a complete contrast to the faster pace we inevitably have to work at earlier in the day and it's always a time we really enjoy, as we get to slow things down and the couple can relax and spend time together.  We love being able to chat with them more and get some romantic images for them.  Thank you so much Mr and Mrs Reeson for booking us.  Your wedding had so many of the things that make for a fabulous day - a couple whose joy at becoming husband and wife you could see in their faces, lots of laughter, an accommodating vicar, great weather, beautiful locations, friendly guests, and some gorgeous twilight photos, the perfect final chapter of a spectacular wedding album. Congratulations and our very best wishes for a long and happy life together!

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Rogerthorpe Manor Wedding Photographer | Rebecca and Wayne's Wedding

When we first met Rebecca and Wayne and they booked us over two years before their big day we just hit it off and we knew we'd have a fantastic time as their Rogerthorpe Manor wedding photographers.  We've loved getting to know them during the run up to their wedding and we've shared Rebecca's planning challenges along the way.  She and her girls got ready in the party room, one of the venue's Courtyard Suites, perfect when there is a make-up and hair styling production line going on, as there is plenty of space.  There were some gorgeous details to capture, and Vicky, one of her friends, did a stunning, professional make-up for Rebecca, as well as helping her to relax and enjoy being pampered.  It was really windy and continuing with the trend we've had this year, it rained after the ceremony, meaning group photos in the Rose Room, assisted by Maid of Honour, Jill, who did a cracking job.  Things improved later, allowing us outside again, with the advantage of beautiful, soft and even light, a wedding photographer's dream.  There were so many lovely things about this wedding; Rebecca's bridesmaids each with a sign spelling out the words "just wait till you see her", to be sent as a teaser to Wayne, her giggles as she dropped his ring, a personalised aisle runner, the amazing cake designed and made by our friend, Karen, the Vintage Cake Fairy, who comes highly recommended, the couple's wonderful kids, Jade, Emily and Thomas, a fabulous, fun bridal party and a couple who were an absolute joy to be with.  As there was only one wedding being hosted that day we had a little extra time outside once the rain disappeared, enjoying the locations you have for Rogerthorpe Manor wedding photography before the time came to get those important shots of the Lawrence Suite, decorated in soft pink. There have been a few secrets during the planning for this wedding and we had been primed by Rebecca about her surprises for Wayne, which were announced during the speeches, a poem written and delivered by his bride, and Wayne thought they were going to a log cabin for a mini moon. Wrong!  A week in the sun in Zante, booked and paid for by Rebecca.  His face was a picture when he asked how many people knew about the deception and many hands went up, including ours, and Lee, the toastmaster's! Days are lengthening now and after dinner the couple joined us again for a bride and groom portrait session which was finished before their evening guests started to arrive, allowing them to enjoy greeting them and mingling before the first dance. We set up for twilight photos on the main lawn and we've never seen a bride and groom move as fast when Janet went inside to ask them to come out.  We knew how much Rebecca wanted them and we are delighted that everything came together to get a set of images that will make the most spectacular end to their wedding album.  A massive thank you for booking us and for your friendship and laughter.  Congratulations Mr and Mrs Lee!

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