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Natalie & jack // Shustoke Barn

Natalie & jack // Shustoke Barn

by Phil | Jan 31, 2023 | Wedding Stories

Natalie & Jack’s wedding was during the heatwave in 2022 and what an awesome day it was! I didn’t stop laughing the whole time and will never forget this magical day!

Christie & David // Davenport House Photographer

Christie & David // Davenport House Photographer

by Phil | Jan 27, 2023 | Wedding Stories

Christie & David’s Davenport House wedding was an absolute joy to photograph. Smiles all around with gorgeous weather and a sunset!

Charlotte & Josh // Kingston Country Courtyard

Charlotte & Josh // Kingston Country Courtyard

by Phil | May 23, 2022 | Wedding Stories

A day truly filled with emotion, a joy and pleasure to be part of. Charlotte and Josh had an outdoor ceremony. There was love, laughter and a few tears.

Things to consider when choosing your Wedding Venue – From a Photographers perspective!

Things to consider when choosing your Wedding Venue – From a Photographers perspective!

by Phil | May 17, 2022 | Venues

Choosing Your Wedding Venue! So you are embarking on one of THE most exciting parts, and likely the most expensive part of planning your wedding day! Choosing your wedding venue! Perhaps you have been dreaming of this day and know exactly where you want to be! Or...
Alrewas hayes – Emilee & Gary

Alrewas hayes – Emilee & Gary

by Phil | Jul 31, 2021 | Wedding Stories

Emilee & Gary exchanged vows in the gorgeous Alrewas Hayes wedding venue. The day was simply one to remember from start to end.

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Daisy & Michael here is your @copdock_hall sneak p Daisy & Michael here is your @copdock_hall sneak peek!⚡️

WOW… where do I even start, this was one of the most unforgettable weddings I’ve photographed this year! You guys were the best and what a VIBE!! 🔥

It was my first time at this incredible venue and I really hope to be back in the near future! Having a church on site too, is such an amazing touch! To top it off the weather was just perfect, I don’t think I stopped taking photos for more than five minutes all day, as something was always happening! 📸

Have the most amazing mini moon and I hope these pics keep you well and truly in the wedding bubble! More to come soon! 

Venue - @copdock_hall 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Bridal Boutique - @theweddingdressshop 
Wedding gown - @sophiatolli 
MUA - @makeupbylucyrose / @makeupbylaurenfaye 
Hair - @bridesbyrose 
Steel Drums - @kingdonsteeldrums 
Band - @boujeemusiclive 
Photo Booth - @the_photobooth_co 
Florist - @theorchidroomflowers 
Videographer - @luke_houghton_films 
Cake - @thehazleburykitchen 

#bridetobe2027 #copdockhall #suffolkwedding #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
Katie & Harry here is your @manorbythelake sneak p Katie & Harry here is your @manorbythelake sneak peek!⚡️

It was so GOOD to be back at this amazing venue, it has been quite a few years since my last visit and I’ve missed it! What a wedding to come back to as well, you guys were awesome! Vibes all day, my kind of wedding!🔥

You two were a dream to work with, honestly it was effortless on my part! Thank you for trusting me and going with the flow of things! I know how worried you both were about the weather, I was too lol! However it was incredible and we got all the pics! 📸

Have the most amazing honeymoon tomorrow and I hope this keeps you in the wedding bubble!

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Venue - @manorbythelake
Bridal boutique - @victorialoubridal 
Wedding gown - @blanchebridal 
Bridesmaid dresses - @victorialoubridal 
Mua - @makeupbybethyy 
Hair - @vivwoodfordhair 
Grooms suit - @kale.bespoke 
Videographer - @shaunholderfilms 
Second photographer - @chebirchhayes 
Saxophone - @djandronsax 
Shoes - @rainbowclubuk 
Flowers - @muckfloralweddings 
Light up letters/audioguest book - @sterlingsphotobooths 

#bridetobe2027 #manorbythelake #welshwedding #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
Becky & Adam here is your @clevedonhall sneak peek Becky & Adam here is your @clevedonhall sneak peek!⚡️
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Another incredible wedding and what a VENUE!! I honestly feel so blessed I get to work at these amazing places! You guys were a vibe all day and I just loved your energy! 🔥
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Weddings are about celebrating love and having a good time, you guys fully nailed both! Getting the weather too plus a drone shot over looking the ocean, it honestly it couldn’t have been more perfect! 📸
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Here’s a few of my favourites and I’ll be sure to post a few more soon! Have the most amazing honeymoon!
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Venue - @clevedonhall 
Bridal boutique - @allaboutevebridalwear 
Wedding gown - @justinalexander 
Hair & makeup - @eviesmithmakeupartist 
Florist - @verbena_floralstyling 
Videographer - @satyrweddings 
Suits - @mossbros 
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#bridetobe2027 #clevedonhall #bristolwedding #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
Lydia & Ioan here is your @tyndwrhall sneak peek!⚡ Lydia & Ioan here is your @tyndwrhall sneak peek!⚡️
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WOW.. my first time at this beautiful venue and I’m in awe! Such a stunning location for a wedding! You guys were the best and I just loved your energy!! From the moment I arrived until the dancefloor calmed down the vibe was on point! 
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Having met Lydia & Ioan before for their engagement shoot in Wales, I knew it was going to be an amazing day! It was so nice to hear some of the guests chatting in welsh with Ioan, thanks for translating some parts for me! 😀
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Can we talk about the weather? How amazing was that too! It couldn’t have worked out better and you guys deserved it! Here’s a few of my favourites, I’m excited for you to see the rest in the coming months! 📸
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Wedding venue - @tyndwrhall 
Bridal boutique - @natalie_ann_brides 
Wedding gown - @essenseofaustralia 
Videographer - @mathew_lloyd_film 
Florist - @goldenafternoonfloristry 
Cake - @lakeside.bakes 
Photo Booth - @__thecandidcompany 
Band - @colourbluemusic 
Hair - @hairbygro 
MUA - @annabaxtermakeupartistry 
Suits - @suitdirectuk 
Registrar - @denbighshirecc 
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#bridetobe2027 #tyndwrhall #welshwedding #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
Amy & James here is your @alrewashayes sneak peek! Amy & James here is your @alrewashayes sneak peek!⚡️
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Back at one of my favourites last Friday and what a DAY we had!! The weather, the people, the incredible setting and not forgetting two awesome people! 🔥
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You guys were amazing and I really loved the whole vibe of the day! I appreciate you giving me free rein with the photos, thank you for having that level of trust in me, you made my job effortless!! 📸
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Here’s a few of my faves and I literally cannot wait for you to see the full gallery! 
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Venue - @alrewashayes
Bridal boutique - @amare_bride 
Designer - @newhite_bridal 
Hair - @hollybennett_hairartist 
Makeup - @sophieedebridal 
Flowers - @flowerdesignlichfield 
Band - BigCityBeats
Tiramisu cake - @officialmangiamangia 
Suits - @marksandspencerstyle 
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#bridetobe2027 #alrewashayes #ukweddings #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
Grace & Sam here’s a few more pics! What a day at Grace & Sam here’s a few more pics! What a day at @thorpegarden 🔥
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Venue - @thorpegarden 
Venue chain - @crippsandco 
Bridal boutique - @veilandvowbridal 
Wedding gown - @madison_james 
Suits - @stringfellowsgentsoutfitters 
Hair - @charlotteboydbridal & @amyelliotthair 
Mua - @soiemakeupcharlotte 
Videographer - @chumleyfilms 
Bridal bouquet - @artificial_hannah 
Daytime DJ - @flatwhitechris 
Sax - @aliadairsax 
Evening DJ - @djwilkouk 
Cake - @bunnybakeryuk 
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#bridetobe2027 #thorpegarden #crippsandcowedding #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
Charlotte & James here is your @colshaw_hall_chesh Charlotte & James here is your @colshaw_hall_cheshire sneak peek!⚡️
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Where do I even begin with this wedding…. one of most incredible and unforgettable days for so many reasons! These two are accomplished photographers in their own right, so the pressure was on! James also brought his drone and a custom designed sign, which he flew above them for a portrait, that’s certainly a first for me!
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You guys are amazing, the energy you bring and the way you are with each other is infectious! Honestly the vibe was on another level from the moment I arrived, until the last photograph i clicked after the sun had gone down! 🔥
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Thanks for being a dream to photograph, you smashed it guys!! I love that you were up for anything I suggested!
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Have the most incredible honeymoon and I really hope this sneak peek keeps you well and truly in the wedding bubble! I’m genuinely so excited for you to see the full gallery! 📸 
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Venue - @colshaw_hall_cheshire 
Wedding gown - @allurebridals 
Dress - @tdrbridalbirmingham 
Registrar - @yourceremony001 
Second photographer - @chebirchhayes 
Catering - @the_cheshire_dining_experience 
DJ - @multiplexdecks 
Make up - @chelseamakeupartist 
Videographer - @spiceweddingfilms 
Cake - @boxofdelights2 
Floral Decor - @floraldecoratcolshawhall 
Florist - @country_flowers_florist 
Hair - @pinnedbyjenny 
Mini Golf - @crazy9golf 
Photo Booth - @iddybiddyphotobooth 
Magician - @themodernconman 
Suits @mossbros 
Groomsmen Suits - @peterposhsuit 
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#bridetobe2027 #colshawhll #cheshireweddings #editorialwedding #luxurywedding
Caitlin & Nathan here is your @alrewashayes sneak Caitlin & Nathan here is your @alrewashayes sneak peek!⚡️
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WOW… there’s weddings and then there’s this wedding! These two pulled out all the stops and absolutely smashed it! Alrewas Hayes is one of my favourites and I got to take photos in the exclusive gardens for the first time! Honestly it feels like you’re in the south of France, be sure to checkout those photos! 📸
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From the moment I arrived the vibes were on point and it’s safe to say this lasted the entire day! The weather was on our side and everything was seamless! We even had a guest appearance from their dog ‘Rio’ who fully stole the show in his tux! 🐶
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Guys thank you for having me along, I loved every second of it! Have the most amazing honeymoon in Bali and I hope these pics keep you in the wedding bubble! 
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More to come soon!
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Venue - @alrewashayes
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Wedding gown - @millanova 
Bridal boutique - @weddingbelles_4oaks 
Hair - oliviabryne
Wedding stylist - @sk_event_styling 
Videographer - @ourbigdayonfilm 
Suits - @peterposhsuit 
Music & singer - @twentyoneevents 
Flowers - @flowerdesignlichfield 
Dog chaperone - @eps_pet_services 
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#bridetobe2027 #alrewashayes #millanova #editorialwedding #luxuryweddings
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