Stelios’s friends and family had come over from Cyprus for the big day and were treated to some of Cambridge’s most stunning sights as well a lovely  afternoon tea in the college grounds.

We then all moved onto the absolutely jaw dropping Longstowe Hall. Without doubt the gardens at Longstoweare some of the most breathtaking gardens of any wedding venue I have seen. There the relaxed wedding reception got into full swing. The speeches were tear jerkers like I have never heard before, I don’t think there was a dry eye in the house! Elizabeth’s dad had learnt a speech, off by heart, in Greek, for Stelios’ family and although I have no idea what was being said, the passion and ease with which he delivered it brought a tear to my eye.  Afterwards the party really started with lots of dancing, sadly they saved the Greek dancing until after we had left, but I hear it was a rather fabulous demonstration.

Elizabeth wore a pre season Alan Hannah wedding dress, that was customised with a delicious coffee coloured sash.

I was thrilled to be joined by the amazing James Pearson as second photographer. Thank you James for all your hard work and great images.

So without further ado here are some images from their big day: (It’s a long one so get comfy with that cup of coffee!)

Claire and Dave have been together for 11 years and wanted to have a nice relaxed  day with close family and friends, and that’s exactly what they achieved at The Maltings in Ely.

After a lovely personal service they shared champagne with their guests in the lovely sunshine along the river bank and with an excellent band danced the night away.

Here are a few of my favourite images from their day:

Claire made the necklace herself and I think it’s rather stylish.

Claire’s friend made the cake, one very talented friend don’t you think?

Some men get all the love!

And then finally some more rather unusual funky dance moves, seems this summer is full of them and I love it!

Here are some of my favourites from the day.

When I pulled up at Carley’s Mum and Dad’s house I was greeted by a a very happy bride peeping out the window.

Carley had chosen some lovely boots and all the village had given their sweet peas for decorating the church and The Bluebell Inn, Carley had a few left over in her room. What a gorgeous smell.

I was sat having a lovely lunch that Carley’s mum had made from the salad she had grown in the garden when a door opened and I caught sight of this lovely candle holder and thought of those lovely boots again!

These two can make each other laugh with just a look, a sign of a really close friendship.

A special moment between mother and daughter.

Ian’s son Ben was in charge of handing out the order of service and that included to the vicar.

The first look at his beautiful bride.

No pictures were allowed during the service, but the happy couple bounced down the aisle with huge smiles.

The Bluebell Inn is a very special place for Ian and Carley, it’s where they met and it’s where they spend a lot of time with their musician friends. Rod the best man is also the landlord. Now here is a little piece of history for you. The Bluebell Inn is the birth place of Dick Turpin and if you want to find out all about him you need to pop inside enjoy a pint and read all about his life on the walls.

Ian and Carley are accomplished musicians and wanted to kick off the evening party themselves. It was amazing to see so many friends and family joining in, and just fabulous to see a tea chest and the spoons being played so brilliantly!

Ian and Carley thank you for letting me share in your special day, I wish you both a lifetime of happiness and music together.

Kelly and Ben had planned a really relaxed wedding, centered around the lovely gardens at The Temple, with plenty of time to mix and mingle with their guests and for everyone to have drinks on the lawns.

With glorious sunshine and a beautiful apple tree outside we decided to have a little fun with the dress and shoes and hang them in the tree. This also afforded us a little shade, as the sun shining was so brightly everywhere.  

Kelly got her lovely Maggie Sottero dress from Fleur De Lys Bridal in Saffron Walden

Kelly wore her grandmothers pearls.

These beautiful flowers were made by a friend and they were absolutely stunning, smelt delicious and lasted all day!

Ben’s wedding ring is extra special as the gold band was actually his dad’s wedding ring.

Two best men, who each gave a fabulous speech, were there to support Ben.

Ben’s not keen on America’s next top model but we told him watching it would come in handy, so we had a little fun with some portraits.

And then we had some more fun..

The Speeches were really special, full of gorgeous sentiments as well as humour.

Ooh and then we had the funkiest dance moves I have ever seen….. can you move your legs like this?

It was a really great day, fabulous weather and fabulous people. Thank you Kelly and Ben for letting me capture your day, it was great fun. 

Another big thank you needs to go out to my friend and fellow photographer, Gail Jarman, who came along as a second shooter, thank you Gail!

Here are a few more from their day.

 One of Jamie’s Favourites.

 A very proud Dad, who walked through this very door to get married. Before Michelle was even a twinkle in his eye.

 Behind that door is this beautiful surprise entrance hall, you don’t find many like this!

 Waiting……. patiently.

 The two little bridesmaid’s didn’t want to stand for their photos but preferred to lounge around in the sun.

 At the pre-wedding shoot 4 weeks before, Jamie was able to get his hands around the baby bump, boy those babies grow quick as he couldn’t get anywhere close on the wedding day!

 This tree is very special, Michelle’s Mum sat in the tree for some of her wedding pictures, but we decided maybe not the best idea to be manhandling Michelle up into the tree so we did our own version.

This sneaky peek was taken at 7.30pm and as you can see the sun was still ever present!

Kelly and Ben are off to Thailand for a couple of weeks, I hope you both have an amazing time, I can’t wait to show you the rest of your images when you get back.

More photos to follow when Michelle and Jamie have seen all their images.

Because time was tight before their big day we only got to do their Pre Wedding Shoot a few days before, and I am so glad we did. Rob announced that he hates having his picture taken and they were always forced, so we spent some time showing him it doesn’t have to be that way. I was absolutely thrilled when he said at the end of the session, ” I love having my picture taken, that was loads of fun!”

So with great weather and a groom who now loves having his picture taken, oh and not to forget a Vera Wang Wedding dress, it was always going to be a fun day and it really was. Thanks Liz and Rob, for letting me be part of your big day!

Wedding Details:

Dress: Vera Wang
Venue: Gosfield Hall

Wedding Details:

Flowers: Mulberry Flowers
Dress: Ella BridalMulberry Flowers
Hair and Make Up: Lisa Waller and Michelle Wayland
Church: St Marks, Newnham
Honeymoon: Was a secret but as they have now gone and come back I can reveal was Barbados
Rebecca Honeywell came to second shoot with me, thank you Rebecca it was great working with you as always!

Thank you Rebecca for this one.

Holdenby House is a stunningly beautiful venue, perfect for intimate winter weddings with, gorgeous large open fires and a cosy atmosphere. As Lucy and Alex were married at 3pm we didn’t get chance to use the beautiful grounds as the light had completely gone by the time the ceremony was over, but I did have a sneaky peek when we arrived and they are lovely.

Lucy and Alex had a real country theme to all the details of their wedding, with feathers of all kinds including some beautiful peacock feathers.

Here are a few images from the day:

The stunning Holdenby House

How inviting is that chair by the fire place??! It has a really intimate homely feel with all those photos on the book shelves don’t you think?

Some details from the day:

The bridal preparation room is also stunning, with a beautiful white wrought iron four poster bed, and white floor boards:

I love the crystal buttons! If you have little loops to go over buttons on your wedding dress, invest in a crochet hook it really helps!

Lucy, so beautiful, radiant and full of excitement.

Lucy and her Dad, pause before walking into the warm, intimate ceremony room

And here is the stunning ceremony

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