My 2008 season started off early with bookings at two venues that were new to me. Both couples were looking for a photographer in Derbyshire and my friendly and unobtrusive approach won them over.
Eyam Hall would be called a Manoir in France 
and this is the perfect word to describe this charming and intimate period venue not far from Chatswoth House. The property has been owned by the Wright family for many generations and was perfect for Clare and Mark’s mid-January wedding.
Clare got ready in the beautiful Tapestry bedroom with its four poster bed. We had lovely bright winter light which was great for both interior and exterior shots. Have a look at their album to see how good this venue is for smaller weddings.
Bramall Hall is a superb example of a ‘Cheshire Black and White’ 
timber framed manor house, with origins dating back to Medieval England. This was the perfect setting for Catherine and Lee’s wedding on 1st March.
It may have been cold and wet outside but the warmth of the atmospheric Tudor interiors made up for that. The house overlooks 70 acres of beautiful parkland which has been landscaped in the style of Capability Brown. I look forward to shooting a summer wedding at this attractive venue.
Samantha and Stephen were married at Cressbrook Hall, a hidde
n gem not far from Matlock and a venue new to me. I think it fair to say that Cressbrook Hall is grand in style but not overpowering in scale.
Again we enjoyed the bonus of warm, bright March sunshine which added an extra sparkle to this winter wedding. Sam and Steve chose a 10×10 album but this venue would look even better with the extra breadth afforded by the 12×10 album format.