Leez Priory Wedding Photographer review
We photographed Charlotte & Kevin’s wedding a few weeks back at the beautiful Leez Priory. They sent us a lovely Christmas card.
Category: wedding
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Recommended Fennes Wedding Photographers
Recommended Fennes Wedding Photographers
Some lovely words from Katie & Dan and this was BEFORE they saw their pictures!
“Hi guys,
We just wanted to drop you a line to say thank you so much for all your hard work yesterday! You guys were absolutely amazing, helpful and blended in so well that you felt part of us. You were everything and more that we could of asked for, espically with our little ones.
The amount of comments on how professional yet friendly you were and just how well you work together has been amazing to hear from our guests.
We couldn’t of asked for better people to of been our photographers and just want to thank you from the bottoms of our hearts on being there capturing our day!!
Lots of love
Katie and Dan xxx”They also put it on our Facebook review page – Thank You Katie & Dan!
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Wedding Photography The Lawn Rochford – Tracey & John
Wedding Photography The Lawn Rochford – Tracey & John
Tracey and John booked us for their Wedding Photography The Lawn Rochford -. It was a nice day when we arrived at The Lawn on the morning of the Wedding. We went up to the Brides Room to see Tracey first of all. Preparations were in hand and although there were a lot of Bridesmaids and Flowergirls everything was under control. After taking pictures of Tracey’s Wedding Dress, Accessories and a few other pictures the Flowergirls got dressed.
John had arrived with his Best Woman in an old Police car while the guests arrived on a Routemaster bus. Together with the Ushers, John and Sue had some pictures taken before greeting the Guests. Upstairs Tracey was getting dressed initially in another room helped by her Mother and sister as lots was going on.
Returning to the Brides Room so Tracey could finish putting on her jewellery we then took a few pictures of them all including Louis, who was in charge of Ring security! He looked brilliant!The Ceremony
The Guests were seated for the Ceremony and the Bridesmaids and Flowergirls led the way downstairs. Tracey was escorted by her Father and Uncle into the Ceremony Room. Louis caused merriment handing over the rings as this was a surprise to everyone.
After the Ceremony it was time for the Drinks Reception. Tracey and John had time to socialise with their Guests for a little while before we got on with taking the requested family group pictures. The grounds at The Lawn are superb and later we took Tracey and John for a few minutes for a short walk around. 
Pictures taken we ended up by the steps for the confetti pictures. Everyone gathered round, showering Tracey and John with confetti.The Wedding Breakfast
The Wedding Breakfast was in the Orangery and during the meal a Singer performed a few song. The Speeches followed.
As there was time available we took some fun Bridal Party pictures and a few other pictures that Tracey and John wanted. Tracey tossed her bouquet just before the cutting of the Wedding Cake and the First Dance. A little later we finished our coverage of Tracey and John’s lovely Wedding Day. -
Moreves Barn Wedding Photography for Katy & Sean
Moreves Barn Wedding Photography for Katy & Sean
Katy and Sean booked us for Moreves Barn wedding photography. A perfect place for a summer country Wedding, we loved it! On the morning of the Wedding we travelled to The Case, Assington, which is where Katy, her Parents and Bridesmaids were staying and getting ready for the Wedding. Not only is The Case a wonderful place to stay but the food is absolutely fabulous!
Katy was enjoying her morning of getting ready and was so relaxed! Come to that so were all of them! Whilst the final preparations were taking place we took pictures of Katy’s dress and accessories. Leah, the Flowergirl looked lovely in her dress as did the Bridesmaids. Katy looked stunning in her Wedding Dress. Once her Father had come into the room and seen her we got on with the pictures. We stepped outside and found a sheltered spot as it was a touch windy.
Moreves Barn
With a few pictures taken we left them to go to Moreves Barn for the Ceremony. Sean and his Groomsmen were there and quickly took a few pictures of them before they were needed for their duties. With the guests all safely out of the way Katy arrived and went up the outside steps into the Barn. A few minutes later Katy and her Father walked down the aisle. Katy’s Grandma was able to view the Ceremony from the ground floor which was perfect.
Following the Ceremony the Guests left by one entrance, then when they all gathered in the Courtyard, Katy and Sean came down the steps and once on terra firma were showered in confetti. Everyone enjoyed the Drinks Reception outside. Katy and Sean went for a short drive in the car before we got on with the requested family pictures. There are so many photo opportunities at Moreves Barn that you are spoilt for choice, so during the rest of the afternoon we used a few of these without taking Katy and Sean away from their Guests for too long.
The Speeches and Evening Celebrations
Time for the Speeches before the Wedding Breakfast. It was a nice evening so whilst waiting for the evening Guests to arrive and the evening celebrations to begin we took Katy and Sean for a few more pictures around the grounds. Katy and Sean cut their Wedding Cake before going onto the dance floor, not for their First Dance though!
A game took place between the two of them which was amusing. After their First Dance and when we had taken a few informal pictures to capture the evening, the sunset beckoned! A massive ‘thank you’ to Katy and Sean for that extra walk for the sunset picture, it was worth it!
Happy with our coverage of Katy and Sean’s Wedding we said our ‘goodbyes’. A fantastic Wedding and a pleasure to work with such a lovely couple! It was lovely to catch up Nicola (Sean’s sister) and Kris again, we photographed their Wedding at Crabbs Barn in 2013. It was also nice to see Katherine and Matt again whose Wedding we photographed at Haughley Park Barn in 2013. This was our first Moreves Barn Wedding Photography and we thoroughly liked it, we are looking forward to working there again. -
Fennes Outdoor Wedding for Kelly & Ben
Fennes Outdoor Wedding for Kelly & Ben
It was a beautiful day for Kelly and Ben’s Fennes Outdoor Wedding. Both Kelly and Ben were getting ready at Fennes so David and I went our separate ways to photograph the preparations. In both camps preparations were going well. The Flowergirl, Ophelia, was happy drawing and colouring whilst watching the preparations, waiting patiently for her turn to get dressed.
Once Ben and his Groomsmen were ready they came over to the House. After Ben had opened his present from Kelly he had a few pictures taken with his Best Man and Ushers. Upstairs, Kelly and her Bridesmaids were getting dressed with Mum assisting Kelly and were all soon ready for some pictures.
The Ceremony
Guests who had been socialising outside and others who were arriving made their way to the area for the Ceremony. Ben escorted Kelly’s Mother over to the Gazebo for the Ceremony as Kelly came down the stairs and was greeted by her Father. After seeing the Registrars, Kelly and the girls had a few minutes before leaving the Gold Room and going outside. Some lovely pictures against a wonderful backdrop as they joined everybody.
The Reception
After the Ceremony everyone enjoyed the Drinks Reception entertained by the String Quartet. Timings were fine allowing time for Kelly and Ben to socialise as well as taking their requested pictures. A nice relaxing afternoon gave us time to take a variety of pictures but without keeping Kelly and Ben for long periods of time away from their Guests. Before the Wedding Breakfast the Guests showered Kelly and Ben in confetti.
After the Wedding Breakfast it was time for the Speeches. Once these were finished as it was such a lovely evening, the light was good we went outside for a few more pictures. Finishing off as we returned to the Pavilion we took a couple of pictures in the house.
After the evening Guests had arrived it was time for cutting the Wedding Cake and the First Dance. Kelly and Ben were joined on the dance floor by their Guests. Our coverage of Kelly and Ben’s Wedding ended with a lovely sunset.
A great day and a lovely couple. It was good to work with Philip Smith Visuals as well. -
Wedding Photographer Fennes Estate for Beth & Alex
Wedding Photographer Fennes Estate for Beth & Alex
It was a nice day when we arrived to be Wedding Photographer Fennes Estate for Alex and Beth’s Wedding. We arrived early at Fennes as Beth was getting ready there before the Church Wedding at St Mary’s Church, Bocking. Beth was upstairs in the Bridal Changing Rooms with her Bridesmaids and all was calm and collected. We got on with taking pictures of Beth’s accessories and details whilst capturing images of the final preparations.
It wasn’t long before Beth and the Bridesmaids were dressed and ready for some photographs. After a couple of pictures upstairs we went downstairs and into the Gold Room. It is really nice when there are no Guests inside the House as we are able to take some pictures in the downstairs rooms before leaving for a Church Wedding. With the pictures taken we left Beth to go to the Church.
St Mary’s Bocking
Alex and his Groomsmen were there carrying out their duties we were able to interrupt them just for a few minutes to take a few pictures.
We took some Guests arrival pictures coming up the path and into the Church before Beth arrived. At the Church Tippi, the Flowergirl, joined Beth, her Father and the Bridesmaids.
Beth and her Father followed the Bridesmaids into the Church for the service. It was a nice service and when it was finished everybody exited the Church for a few quick family pictures. Beth and Alex then walked down the path being showered by confetti as they went. Returning to Fennes, we got on with the car pictures before the Guests arrived.The Drinks Reception followed outdoors with the weather holding. Alex and Beth wanted to have plenty of time to spend with their Guests and that is exactly what they had. During the afternoon we took a few smaller group pictures. We spent a few minutes with Beth and Alex taking their pictures as the forecast was not looking too good for later.
Then the rain came just before we could get the ‘everybody’ shot done. Thankfully Fennes has lots of space and with the help of the staff we managed to improvise just prior to the Wedding Breakfast.The Wedding Breakfast
The Wedding Breakfast was held in the Pavilion and this was followed by the Speeches. Afterwards there was Crazy Golf and other games in the Banqueting Hall to keep the adults and children entertained. Later Beth and Alex cut their Wedding Cake and then took to the dance floor for their First Dance. The weather prevented us taking Beth and Alex outside for some evening pictures so we made use of the steps and took the ‘heart’ picture.
Happy with our pictures we then said our ‘goodbyes’. It was a lovely day and nice to see Stephanie (Alex’s sister) and Tim, whose Wedding we photographed 21 years ago at Leez Priory! -
Wedding Photographer Hedingham Castle for Chloe & Joe
Wedding Photographer Hedingham Castle for Chloe & Joe
It was great to be asked to be Wedding Photographer Hedingham Castle by Chloe and Joe for their Summer Wedding. Hedingham Castle is the only active Norman Keep in Essex making it unique!
Preparations
At the Lodge by the entrance of the Hedingham Estate is where the girls’ preparations were taking place and where our day commenced. Chloe, had eight Bridesmaids, four Flowergirls and family members in the Lodge. There was a lot going on! Despite the numbers the preparations were going well.
Joe, his Groomsmen, Pageboys and family members were getting ready in the Cottage. We captured a variety of pictures of Chloe and Joe as the preparations stepped up a gear. David was with the men whilst I stayed with the girls. Once the girls all had their make up, hair finished and a couple of pictures taken they then got changed. Joe had a couple of pictures taken of himself and the men before they went up the drive to the Castle.The previous wedding at the Castle had overrun increasing the pressure on us to get the times back on track which we did! We managed to take the pictures Chloe requested as well as the more usual ones. As the Bridesmaids and Flowergirls were on their way unto the Castle there was a little time to take a few Bridal pictures of Chloe and some with her Parents. Time now for us to go to the Castle too! Soon Chloe and her Father arrived and went up the steps and into the Castle.
Candlelight Ceremony
The Guests were all seated in the Great Hall waiting for Chloe to make her entrance for the Candlelit Ceremony. A beautiful setting!
Afterwards the Guests made their way out of the Castle, down the steps and onto the lawn. Whilst this was happening Chloe and Joe had some pictures of them taken in the wonderful Minstrels’ Gallery.
After a few minutes they joined their Guests for some requested family pictures. Once these were completed the Guests lined the path over the Bridge and waited for Chloe and Joe to join them. As Chloe and Joe walked across the Bridge they covered them in confetti. Just as they reached the end of the bridge confetti cannons were let off, making for some fun pictures.
The Drinks Reception
The Guests made their way over to the House and Gardens for the Drinks Reception whilst we kept the Bridal Party back for a few pictures. They then joined the rest of the Guests after a few minutes. The weather was still holding and as usual we let the couple spend some time socialising before we we carried on with the arranged pictures. Chloe and Joe wanted a balloon ‘release’ in the garden so whilst the Groomsmen were collecting the balloons, Guests congregated by the lake.
We were lucky with the weather, just as we were returning to the House, it started to rain! It didn’t matter as it was nearly time for the Wedding Breakfast.
The Wedding Breakfast
Chloe and Joe greeted their Guests before they took their places at the tables in the Marquee. After the meal, it was time for the Speeches. The rain had not been too bad at all, so when the Speeches had finished, it was nice for everyone if they wanted to, to go outside. Garden games provided entertainment for both the adults and children. During the time before the cutting of the Cake we took some informal pictures.
Chloe wanted a picture with her Bridesmaids and ‘love’ sign on the dance floor which made a nice relaxed shot. After their First Dance, we took Chloe and Joe outside for a couple of night pictures with the Keep. This ended our day as Wedding Photographer Hedingham Castle . Thank you Chloe and Joe for the extra effort you put in to achieve your pictures. A lovely day! So nice to see Olivia and Jon again, we photographed their Wedding at Fennes a few years ago. -
Essex Wedding Photography for Lisa & Ross
Essex Wedding Photography for Lisa & Ross
It was a beautiful day for Essex Wedding Photography for Lisa and Ross. Lisa and Ross had a small Wedding with family members and a few close friends for their Church Wedding. St James The Less Church at Little Tey was where we started our coverage from, meeting the friendly Church Wardens. This picturesque Church is a gem and it looked even more beautiful today.
Ross got on with greeting the Guests after we took a couple of pictures of him with his brother Robbie. Leaving them to carry out their duties we waited for Lisa to arrive. The Bridesmaids, Sara and Monica and Lisa’s Mother Maria arrived first, followed by Lisa with her Father.After a few pictures and when the Guests were seated they walked down the path and into the Church. Being such a small Church, a small number of Guests it was just right for an intimate Wedding Service. During the signing of the Registers, Ross’ Brother Robbie sung for the congregation which was wonderful.
With the formalities completed Lisa and Ross exited the Church, spent a few minutes with their Guests before we got on with the requested pictures. These didn’t take very long, then the Guests lined the path to shower Lisa and Ross with confetti as they walked to the cars.
The Borage Field
Earlier we had spotted the fantastic field of Borage opposite the Church so before leaving we suggested to Lisa and Ross if they wanted some pictures taken in the field. It was worth doing some and we ended up with some lovely pictures. The Guests waved to Lisa and Ross as they left to go to the Barn Brasserie at Great Tey. The Drinks Reception was held in the Courtyard and Lisa and Ross enjoyed socialising with their Guests for a little while. Later we took Lisa and Ross for a short time to walk around The Barn stopping at various places to take some pictures.
Returning there was time to take a few other pictures before it was time for the Wedding Breakfast.
This was held upstairs in The Barn and it looked wonderful. When Lisa, Ross and their Guests sat down for the meal we left them. This was a beautiful Wedding and a privilege to be asked to photograph it, thank you Lisa and Ross. -
Fennes Wedding Photographers For Najette & Bobby
Fennes Wedding Photographers
The sun was shining brightly when we arrived to be Fennes Wedding Photographers for the the Wedding of Najette and Bobby. After saying ‘hello’ to Naj and Tors, Naj’s Matron of Honour. David went off to find Bobby and the men. Naj was getting ready in the Bridal Changing Rooms helped by her friends. Bobby was getting ready in the Cottage.
Preparations were going well for both of them so after capturing a flavour of these Bobby and his Groomsmen were soon ready for some pictures. Making the most of the summer sunshine these were taken outside although we love taking pictures inside at Fennes as well! When these were finished they all mingled with the Guests.
Meanwhile Naj was almost ready for her pictures. Her Father came upstairs to see her before we took a few pictures and then it was time for Najette to go downstairs heading to the Ceremony. Whilst this was happening the Guests were taking their seats outside for the outside Ceremony.The Ceremony
The weather was holding, just! Naj then took her Father’s arm and made her way out of the Gold Room and into the grounds of Fennes. The Ceremony started and the clouds gathered! A couple of claps of thunder in the distance followed but fortunately the rain held off!
As the Ceremony finished the sun re-appeared and everyone enjoyed the Drinks Reception in the grounds. After having a little time to socialise we then got on with taking the requested family pictures. Naj and Bobby’s ‘together’pictures were taken during the afternoon around Fennes. We did take umbrellas with us but only needed them when we finished their pictures. Good timing! 
The Wedding Breakfast
After the confetti it was time for the Wedding Breakfast and Speeches. Before the start of the evening celebrations there was time for everyone to continue with socialising in the Pavilion or take a wander around the gardens of Fennes. It was during this time and the weather was fine we took Naj andBobby for a few minutes for a few evening pictures around the Venue and Naj and Bobby were happy to try out a couple of different pictures that we had been thinking of.
Once the Evening Guests had arrived Naj and Bobby cut their Wedding Cake. Their First Dance followed before they were joined on the dance floor by their Guests. Our final pictures of Naj and Bobby’s Wedding Day was of the sunset. Naj and Bobby are a lovely couple and were great to work with. A wonderful day!
