Lottie & George | A Relaxed Summer Wedding at Lewes Castle & The Gun Brewery
It’s easy to think a wedding needs every minute planned. A full schedule. Constant entertainment. A feeling that something always has to be happening. Lottie and George’s wedding was a reminder that it doesn’t. From the ceremony at Lewes Castle to the evening at The Gun Brewery, the day was given space to breathe. Drinks lasted as long as they needed to. Conversations weren’t interrupted by the next item on the timetable. Nothing felt hurried or over-produced. It all seemed to unfold naturally. I think that came down to Lottie and George themselves. They’re incredibly easy-going people, and the atmosphere of the day reflected that from beginning to end. Lewes Castle was the perfect place to start. Sitting above the town, it’s one of those venues that feels both historic and surprisingly relaxed. After the ceremony, guests stayed in the castle grounds for drinks while we took a few family photographs and some portraits before everyone made the short journey to The Gun Brewery. I love this combination of venues. They couldn’t be more different, but they work so well together. The castle brings centuries of history and incredible views across Lewes, while The Gun Brewery has a completely different feel; contemporary, welcoming and effortlessly relaxed. Rather than feeling like two separate celebrations, moving between them simply felt like the next chapter of the same day. One thing I don’t say often enough is how much good food shapes a wedding. Field Food served, without question, one of the best meals I’ve had in over a decade of photographing weddings. Beautiful, seasonal food that people genuinely talked about afterwards. Pat’s Pizza was also the perfect pairing! As the light began to soften, we stepped outside for a few final photographs before everyone headed back inside. The evening light around The Gun Brewery is always worth making time for. It doesn’t need much—just good light, a relaxed couple and ten quiet minutes away from the party. A few notes if you’re planning a wedding at Lewes Castle & The Gun Brewery If you’re looking for two venues that complement each other beautifully, I’d happily recommend this combination. Lewes Castle offers an unforgettable setting for a ceremony and drinks, while The Gun Brewery creates a relaxed, modern space for the evening celebrations. They’re close enough that the day flows naturally, but each has its own distinct character. And if you book Field Food… trust me, you’re in for a treat. The team behind the day Ceremony & Reception Drinks: Lewes Castle Evening Reception: The Gun Brewery Catering: Field Food Stretch Tent: Eden Stretch Tent Beer: Beak Brewery Music: Paul Richards Evening Pizza: Pats Pizza Bridal Bouquet: Bulb Reception Flowers: Riverside Flowers
Albums
I really believe printing your photographs is one of the best decisions you can make. There’s something different about seeing your images away from a screen. A printed photograph becomes part of the house somehow. It sits on a shelf, gets picked up, passed around, left open on a table. Quietly there. The photographs that mean the most are often the ones we end up returning to again and again, which is why I offer a small collection of carefully chosen prints and books. The Coffee Table Book The coffee table book is a more relaxed alternative to a traditional wedding album. Less formal, a little lighter, and designed to be part of everyday life rather than tucked safely away. Made through Folio Albums, a UK company known for beautifully handcrafted products created for professional photographers, each book is printed on beautiful fine art paper and finished with carefully selected cover materials and details. It’s designed for real use — left on a coffee table, shared with friends, picked up on a Sunday morning, or rediscovered years later. The Design Process Once you place your order, I’ll guide you through everything. Together we’ll narrow down a selection of images from your online gallery and I’ll then carefully design your book, thinking about the flow of the story, the quieter moments, and how the photographs sit together naturally. You’ll receive a preview of the design and have time to make changes if you’d like to. We can swap photographs, move things around and make sure everything feels right before it goes to print. You’ll also choose your preferred cover finish and details to make it feel personal to you. Ready whenever you are If you’d like to create your coffee table book, you can have a look at prices and options below. https://app.thealbumlink.co/l/xtmuktk9/coffeetable-table-book
Ben & Jenny’s Folly Farm Wedding in Somerset
Ben and Jenny got married at Folly Farm Centre on one of those days where the light just kept getting better. Sun all day, warm air, everyone outside with drinks for most of the afternoon, and fields surrounding the venue that completely glowed by the evening. Folly Farm is such a lovely place for a wedding if you want things to feel relaxed and connected to the landscape. The old stone buildings and huge Somerset views somehow manage to feel both dramatic and very calm at the same time. As the sun started dropping, we wandered out into the nearby fields for a few quiet photographs together. No big production, just the two of them walking through long grass in that soft golden light photographers constantly bang on about for good reason. A really beautiful day from start to finish. If you’re planning a wedding at Folly Farm Centre and looking for relaxed documentary wedding photography, I’d love to hear more about your plans.
Micro Wedding at Southover Grange, Lewes
A relaxed micro wedding at Southover Grange, Lewes. See how 2-hour photography coverage can beautifully capture a small, intimate ceremony.
A Laid-Back Summer Wedding at Pelham House, Lewes
There was a quiet confidence to this day at Pelham House — the kind that comes from not trying to impress anyone. A traditional wedding, yes, but one that felt easy and unhurried, with time to linger, talk, and actually enjoy being there. Pelham House provided the perfect backdrop: elegant without being formal, central without feeling busy — exactly the right setting for a laid-back celebration in the heart of Lewes.
An Autumnal Wedding at Brighton Town Hall
A small autumn wedding at Brighton Town Hall, centred on family, familiarity, and unhurried moments shared in the heart of the city.
Harry & Sophie | A Spring Wedding at St Mary’s Church, Barcombe & Gote Barn
Harry and Sophie’s wedding began at St Mary’s Church in Barcombe before moving to Gote Barn near Ringmer for a relaxed spring celebration. Thoughtful details, soft Sussex light and one of those days that simply felt effortless from beginning to end.
Emily & Alex | A Joyful Celebration in Walthamstow
I absolutely loved Alex and Emily’s wedding. I knew from our initial chat that they wanted to make sure to do it their way and not give in to any pressures! And it was exactly that, they got married in the Engine House at Walthamstow Wetlands which is a s super cool venue. They decorated it with flowers from tomatoes cans they have salvaged from their local restaurant and it looks amazing. They greeted their guests together and the ceremony was fun but moving. After the confetti we went for a walk and found a few idyllic spots for the couple photographs. It was perfect with an overcast sky and autumnal colours – the lighting was unreal! They opted to not do any formal group photographs and so we just did one big group photographs of everyone and then throughout the day I captured some candid photographs of the ‘VIP’s’. Emily and Alex gave each of their closest family member a boutonnière so I knew who to capture. Everyone then headed to the pub and before the meal we nipped to the coffee and doughnut shop across the road for a few extra couple photographs which was so much fun. Later they had BINGO, Colin and Connie Caterpillar as their cakes and they even did a DJ set together. It was epic. I was so pleased to be there to photograph it all!
Kirsty & Hugh | An Elegant Country Wedding
Kirsty and Hugh’s wedding was a day of simple elegance and relaxed charm. Set at Cuckfield Church, followed by a marquee reception in Kirsty’s parents’ garden, it was a celebration full of personal touches. Before the ceremony, I captured smaller family group photos in a relaxed and fun way with each side of the family. Later, we kept formal family shots brief to allow Kirsty and Hugh more time with their guests. After the ceremony, the couple returned to Kirsty’s parents’ house for their portraits, enjoying a quiet moment together in the beautiful garden. As the couple finished their portraits, guests began to arrive at the house, transitioning seamlessly into the marquee reception. The garden provided the perfect backdrop as guests mingled under the September sun, enjoying the warm and inviting atmosphere. To prioritise Kirsty and Hugh’s time with their loved ones, we scheduled photographs during natural pauses in the day. Golden hour provided a few more quiet moments to capture intimate, timeless shots of the couple. My approach to photography was natural and unobtrusive, aligning with Kirsty and Hugh’s focus on spending quality time with their guests. The day unfolded with laughter, heartfelt conversations, and meaningful details, all captured authentically without interrupting the flow of the celebration.