South Causey Inn Wedding Photography | Dawn & Trevor

Durham Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | South Causey Inn

Wedding Location | Durham

Couple Getting Hitched | Dawn & Trevor

It’s funny as the day started and finished weather wise, exactly the same as their pre wedding shoot at Finchale Abbey. Raining cats and dogs all morning then coming out for a beautiful sunny night.

South Causey Inn wedding venue is a perfect location to host a wedding and Dawn & Trevor’s day was perfect. It was a lovely intimate day, relaxed with a good chilled out atmosphere.

Dawn looked gorgeous in her dress, finished off with some cute shoes, her Nana’s pearls and a veil bought from her mam.

Mata Ki Chowki | Anjali & Rajan

Newcastle Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Mata Ki Chowki Location | Newcastle Hindu Temple

Couple Getting Hitched | Anjali & Rajan

It was great to catch back up with Anjali & Rajan, to capture the next part of their Asian Wedding. Mata Ki Chowki is the start of the wedding celebrations where the couple, family and friends pray to Mataji to bless the wedding.

Anjali & Rajan’s Mata Ki Chowki took place at the Hindu Temple in Newcastle and what a fascinating place it was. The whole experience was such a privilege to be a part of. The clothes, colours, and statues were just fantastic.

It was great to see everybody come together and share in the celebrations.

I’m looking forward to capturing many more special moments through Anjali & Rajan’s wedding celebrations.

Grand Hotel Tynemouth Wedding | Deby & Gary

Newcastle Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Location | Tynemouth | Tyne & Wear

Wedding Venue | The Grand Hotel Tynemouth

Couple Getting Hitched | Deby & Gary

It was so nice to be a part of Deby & Gary’s big day and the Grand Hotel Tynemouth. They are one of the nicest couples I have met so friendly and welcoming. It always makes the day go that much better.

Deby looked stunning in her gorgeous dress and Gary didn’t scrub up to bad either. I knew both Deby and Gary would be great to work with from their pre wedding shoot at Tynemouth.

The day ran so smooth with out any hiccups or at least none I don’t know about. A huge shout to the staff at the Grand Hotel who were also brilliant and Im sure played a part in the smoothness of the day.

A huge congratulation to them both and I wish them a lifetime of happiness.

High House Farm Brewery Wedding | Bev & Chris

Newcastle Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | High House Farm Brewery

Wedding Location | Newcastle | Northumberland

Couple Getting Hitched | Bev & Chris

A Valentines Day wedding at High House Farm Brewery what could be more romantic, I loved being a part of Bev & Chris’s Wedding. They were a lovely couple to work with and looked mighty fine as well.

High House Farm is a very intimate wedding venue and suited the two families perfectly, with Bev’s family coming down from Scotland it was also a beautiful spot in Northumberland to show off.

Every one was so welcoming and friendly which made the day run smoothly with plenty of laughs on top. Not forgetting a great tour round the brewery and topped off with a gorgeous hog roast, which went down a treat.

Check out Bev & Chris’s Pre Wedding shoot at Bamburgh Castle

Newton Hall Wedding | Rachel & Emma

Newcastle Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | Newton Hall

Wedding Location | Northumberland | Newcastle

Couple Getting Hitched | Rachel & Emma

As soon as I met Rachel & Emma I new instantly that there Newton Hall wedding was going to be an amazing wedding to photograph. They were both so easy to get along with and I loved the ideas they already had both for their wedding and their photos. I knew from their pre wedding shoot at Hawthorne Dene that they were also going to look fabulous in front of the camera and as you can see from their shots below they looked sensational on the big day. A Christmas wedding at Newton Hall what could be better, Newton Hall was the perfect venue from the mulled wine to the roasting of marshmallows and chestnuts on the fire, not forgetting an unbelievable shot of them both sitting on the fire place. Topped off with a lovely selection of friends and family. The weather didn’t play to our advantage but that made no effect on the day or the photographs. I wish Rachel and Emma a long and happy marriage.

Linden Hall Wedding | Natalie & Carl

Newcastle wedding photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | Linden Hall

Wedding Location | Northumberland | Newcastle

Couple Getting Hitched | Natalie & Carl

Well, it’s fair to say it’s getting to that time of year. Christmas is a magical time and I love it when the big venues get awesome big Christmas trees. Linden Hall did not disappoint here, sporting a very pretty Red and Gold theme. It would have been wrong not to include it in a few photos.

It was my second visit to Linden Hall for the marriage of Natalie & Carl. Linden Hall is such a stunning venue both inside and out. Luckily this time very spacious inside as the heavens opened and stayed open just about all day. This didn’t in any way dampen the day.

Linden Hall lighting a gorgeous fire, making the main hall warm and homely and Natalie & Carl also adding some great touches to the day also.

It was a beautiful day with a beautiful bride full of fun, happiness and lots of emotion. From almost forgetting a bridesmaid dress at the hairdressers, to guests running around taking pout and peace selfies.

This brought back lovely memories of my own big day, as we travelled to our venue and left a bridesmaid dress hanging in the wardrobe at home.

Enjoy taking a look at Natalie & Carl’s big day…

Rockliffe Hall wedding | Jill & John

Darlington Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | Rockliffe Hall

Wedding Location | Rockliffe Hall, Darlington

Couple Getting Hitched | Jill & John

Today I headed off for my first visit to a stunning wedding venue in Darlington, Rockliffe Hall, to photograph the wedding of Jill & John. If you have recently been through my blog you would have seen Jill & John’s family Pre Wedding shoot at South Shields beachfront.

Jill & John were a great couple to photograph and it was a magical day, bringing together the two families. I loved been a part of the day, even taking time out to play tag with boys (Andrew & Ben) Who I’m sure done their mam proud by looking super smart and being incredibly well behaved. We certainly can’t miss out the cutest little lady of the day, Sophie. She was amazingly cute in her dress especially when she walked down the aisle with her pushchair.

I couldn’t go with out mentioning the cake. Hands down one of the best and most original ideas for a wedding cake I’ve seen.

Ramside Hall Hotel Wedding | Vicky & Martin

Newcastle wedding photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding venue | Ramside Hall Hotel

Wedding Location | Ramside hall | Durham

Couple Getting Hitched | Vicky & Martin

What a crazy wedding day, weather wise. It was forecast for showers but this was torrential, but with in the space of 5 minutes it was sunny again. It was like this all day for Vicky & Martin’s Wedding at the Ramside Hall. With only small windows of opportunity for photos outside it was a mad rush to grab what we could before it started again! At one point we were all headed back in as the thunder roared.

Vicky & Martin were a great couple to spend the day with capturing all their special moments. As well as all the details of dressing the room up, which looked fantastic. Certainly a lot of blood and sweat went into it.

There were loads of great moments of Vicky & Martin’s wedding day but one of the key moments that stood out for me was the best men’s speeches, at the expense of the groom who really took a grilling.

The day was capped off with a stunning night shot showing off the Bride & Groom as well as the Ramside Hall’s stunning scenery.

Washington Old Hall Wedding | Rebecca & Keith

Newcastle Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | Washington Old Hall

Wedding Location | Washington | Newcastle | Tyne and Wear

Couple Getting Hitched | Rebecca & Keith

For my first trip photographing a wedding at Washington Old Hall, I was desperate for some great weather. Washington Old Hall has some stunning gardens, which is ideal for wedding photographs in Newcastle. My sister in law got married here a few years ago but it rained heavy all day so were unable to capitalize on these gorgeous grounds. The forecast was for bad weather on Rebecca & Keith’s wedding day, we were hugely lucky that the rain held off literally till they got into their wedding car.

Bless them! As I literally had them running around Washington Old Hall’s gardens grabbing some amazing shots as it was thundering above our heads (No exaggeration) The weather gods certainly stayed onside!

Rebecca & Keith were a fantastic couple to photograph, like everyone a little shy at first but once I relaxed them on there Pre Wedding Shoot in Jesmond Dene they were perfect. As a bonus realizing that they live in the next street from me, so no excuses for being late haha.

James their son also looked super smart in his custom made suit to look like his dads.

Hope you have just as much fun looking at Rebecca & Keith’s special day as much as I did photographing their wedding.

Langley Castle Wedding || Christina & Shaun || Newcastle Wedding Photography

Newcastle Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || Langley Castle

Wedding Location || Newcastle || Tyne and Wear

Couple Getting Hitched || Christina & Shaun

It seems like so long ago when I first met up with Christina & Shaun in Newcastle to chat about their wedding plans. We instantly hit it off it’s hard not to with Christina’s bubbly personality. They told me all about their plans for there Langley Castle Wedding.

We then met up the second time for their pre wedding photography in Jesmond Dene. I knew instantly they had great chemistry and I wasn’t wrong when I got home and uploaded the pre wedding photography, they were simply awesome. This had me looking forward to their wedding at Langley Castle.

On the day of the wedding I pulled up at Langley Castle and as it was my first visit photographing Langley castle, its beauty took me back. Langley Castle is a gorgeous wedding venue.

Christina looked stunning in her wedding dress and her make up (by Melanie Hedley) looked beautiful also. Shaun didn’t scrub up bad either. For their photos though they looked sensational together and we created some amazing memories that I’m sure will be cherished.

Woodhill Hall Wedding || Tina & Neil || Newcastle Wedding Photography

Newcastle wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || Woodhill Hall

Wedding Location || Otturburn || Northumberland || Newcastle

Couple Getting Hitched || Tina & Neil

It’s a gorgeous drive up to Woodhill Hall, with some stunning views of Northumberland. I headed up there today for the wedding of Tina & Neil.

I First met Tina & Neil in Hexham they were up here visiting family and checking out their venue for the big day. Tina & Neil are both originally from Newcastle but now live in gorgeous Buckinghamshire.

There was so many friends and Family making the huge journey to share in Tina & Neil’s big day, or to see Neil in his RAF uniform.

Neil had some of his RAF buddies perform the guard of honour, which was awesome to see and I even got goose pimples my self. I loved all the detail of the RAF attire, the like of the swords, medals and gloves to handle the swords.

Tina & Neil were an amazing couple to photograph their Newcastle Wedding.

Bede’s World Wedding || Hayley & Gary || Newcastle Wedding Photography

Newcastle Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || Bede’s World

Wedding Location || South Shields || Newcastle || Tyne & Wear

Couple Getting Hitched || Hayley & Gary

Bede’s World: what an unusual and cool place to have a wedding. Bede’s World is a museum with an Aztec village on the grounds. You can imagine how excited I was when Hayley & Gary told me about their plans. The only problem been was that the church doesn’t let photographers in to photograph the wedding.

It was a scorcher of a day with not a cloud in the sky. Both Hayley and Gary looked amazing and the grounds of Bede’s World were in full bloom. We even took the entire party down to the auditorium for a huge group shot. Which was worth all the agro from the guests about the walk, but it was the bride’s big day.

To end the reception, before the evening guests arrived Hayley & Gary arranged for a singer to perform which was a relaxing treat.

Why not have a look back at Hayley & Gary’s Pre Wedding photography at Jesmond Dene.

Dissington Hall Wedding || Rachel & Liam || Newcastle wedding photography

Newcastle Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || Dissington Hall

Wedding Location || Dissington || Newcastle || Tyne & Wear

Couple Getting Hitched || Rachel & Liam

It’s always a pleasure returning to Dissington Hall to photograph a wedding, even better when a gorgeous couple accompanies you. Rachel & Liam are that couple! They were magic together and was a treat to photograph them on their wedding day.

The sun certainly had his hat on and Rachel & Liam’s friends and family took advantage of the fine weather by chilling in the grounds of Dissington Hall.

The bride looked sensational, I suppose it helps been a beauty therapist 😉 What I loved most though was her hair and hair peace, it was so different and unusual but so beautiful.

Take a look back at Rachel & Liam’s Pre Wedding Photography shoot at South Shields Beach Front.

Linden Hall Wedding Photography || Jade & Scott || Newcastle Wedding Photography

Newcastle Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || Linden Hall

Wedding Location || Northumberland || Newcastle

Couple Getting hitched || Jade & Scott

Linden Hall was the venue for Jade & Scott’s wedding, after their disappointment of the closure of Longhirst hall.

I’m certain that had no impact of how perfect their Linden Hall wedding was. It was a gorgeous day and Jade was up extremely early setting up the room. Which looked sensational. Not to mention the opportunity to set up her own event styling business, after buying all the stuff.

Linden Hall has some stunning grounds for photographs and Jade & Scott were an amazing couple to photograph.

After you have a look at the best bits from the special day, why not have a look back at their pre wedding shoot at Jesmond Dene.

Naomi & Dave || Vintage Durham Wedding Photography

Durham Wedding Photographer | Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue | Seaton Holme

Wedding Location | Seaton Holme | Easington Village | Durham

Couple Getting Hitched | Naomi & Dave

A fantastic vintage styled wedding at Seaton Holme. Naomi along with her friends and family certainly worked hard to make the place look perfect, and perfect it certainly looked!
With croquet and other games on the lawn, homemade pims and a whole lot of bunting!

Naomi & Dave were fantastic and great to photograph. With their day been so fun and relaxed it made it easy to capture natural shots of their guests enjoying the day.

Why not take a look back at their pre wedding shoot at Crimdon Beach. The weather wasn’t on side that night but we made it work and got some great shots.

Sarah & Tom || Darlington Wedding Photography

Durham Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || All Saints Church, Bay Horse, The Grange

Wedding Location || Hurworth, Darlington, County Durham

Couple getting hitched || Sarah & Tom

What a fantastic wedding to be a part of!

Sarah and Tom were an amazing couple, with their super cute son William who looked very dapper in his suit! He certainly made it easy to get some awesome shots!
It feels like just yesterday that I met them and shot their pre wedding shoot and a photo shoot of there wood floor show room!
The day ran nice and smooth. Starting with bridal prep at the Blackwell Grange hotel, followed by a lovely ceremony at All Saints Church in Hurworth Village. Following on with an intimate reception at The Bay Horse just over the road and then finishing the night at The Grange Bar in Darlington Centre. We had a downpour of rain but that certainly didn’t dampen the day one bit!
I’m looking forward to editing the rest of the photos!

Lumley Castle Wedding Photography | Sandy & Ian

Durham Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge

Wedding Venue || Lumley Castle

Wedding Location || Durham

Couple || Sandy & Ian

What a gorgeous wedding, Gorgeous venue and most importantly a gorgeous bride.

Sandy & Ian’s Wedding was the very definition of elegant. Set at the outstanding Lumley Castle in Chester-Le-Street. From start to finish the day ran so smoothly, the wind could have been a bit kinder for the family shots but it didn’t put a dent in the day. Sandy looked sensational with a little help from her beautiful dress and make up artist. Her niece Robyn was with her overnight, helping to settle her nerves.

It was my first visit to Lumley Castle and I was really impressed. I got some sensational photographs in some of the old corridors, the main staircase and out front of the castle. Its certainly a venue that is bursting with character.

To view Sandy and Ian’s wedding photographs as a story please Click Here

Saltwell Towers Wedding | Alex & Lee

Newcastle Wedding Photographer || Leighton Bainbridge Photography

Newcastle Wedding Venue || Saltwell Towers

Wedding Location || Saltwell Park, Gateshead, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear

Other Locations || Holy Trinity Church, Usworth, Washington, Tyne and Wear

You may remember Alex & Lee from there Pre Wedding shoot at Finchale Priory or maybe it was that you seen them on Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway. Hats off to the bridesmaids for keeping that one quite.

Alex & Lee’s wedding was a beautiful day set in the stunning Saltwell Park in the gorgeous Saltwell Towers. It was my first time photographing at Saltwell Towers and what a pleasure it was. For pictures, the surroundings are out of this world and we were spoilt for choice. Topped off by a church service at the Holy Trinity Church in Usworth.

As for the bride and groom, Alex looked sensational and Lee didn’t look too bad either (coming from a man.) They were the perfect couple to work with. Very happy to walk around a busy park to create some stunning wedding photographs. Not forgetting there two wonderful kids Katie & Leighton.

To top my day off I was stand in grandma and was lucky enough to sit at the top table for a lovely three-course meal. It was very unfortunate on the day that Lee’s Grandma was unable to attend the wedding.

Hope you all enjoy looking through Alex & Lee’s wedding photographs as much as I enjoyed capturing this beautiful day.

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