I couldn’t think of a lovelier way to end the week than this beautiful sunny wedding. The groom and bride are Mike and Roksana, the venue is St Tewdrics and the day was photographed so beautifully by Martin Dabek Photography in South Wales. For the gorgeous couple, their ceremony was a really important part of their day, a blending of cultures and incorporating Polish traditions as they made their vows. As the story of their day unfolds, the sunlight turns golden and the images in fields of yellow flowers are absolute bliss. This is an unforgettable wedding – as always, I’ve saved some favourite images to share on instagram – follow @englishweddingblog for more!

Wedding photographer’s website

We chose Bristol wedding photographer Martin Dabek

Wedding photographer review

Martin was absolutely phenomenal in capturing the magic of our wedding day. From start to finish, he brought creativity, warmth, and professionalism that made the entire experience seamless and joyful. His ability to put us and our guests at ease meant he could capture countless candid, heartfelt moments that we’ll treasure forever. The photos were stunning—each one a beautiful reflection of the emotions and energy of the day—and he delivered them to us incredibly quickly. We had so much fun reliving every moment through his lens. Thank you, Martin, for going above and beyond. You truly nailed it!

Your best wedding moment or memory

Roksana: For me the best wedding memory was doing the first look with the groom before the wedding ceremony, seeing my husband to be just before the ceremony was a very special and private moment for us.

Mike: My favourite moment was walking down the aisle with my soon to be wife and sitting by her side during the church ceremony. These moments felt incredibly intimate, whilst also having the love and support of our friends and family.

Tell us about your wedding ceremony / celebrant / readings?

Our wedding ceremony took place at Parafia w Bristolu, and it was truly unforgettable thanks to the wonderful members of the parish. From the priest to the organist and the church decorator, everyone played a part in making the day feel incredibly special. Their warmth, care, and attention to detail created a beautiful and meaningful atmosphere that we’ll always cherish. We’re so grateful for their dedication and support, it meant the world to us.

Tell us anything you did differently – we love hearing about NEW traditions (or none at all!)

We did a few things differently to incorporate some Polish traditions (bride is Polish): – Bride and groom did fist look before the ceremony followed by blessings from the brides parents – Bride and groom walked down the church aisle together to symbolise unity and equal/ voluntary entry to the marriage – Before the wedding breakfast bride and groom were welcomed with a tray of bread, salt, and shots of vodka by brides parents, each of these items have their own symbolic meanings.

Videographer name + review

KB Wedding Videography

We’re thrilled with the final videos! Kien’s work has allowed us to relive the day in such a meaningful way. He captured so many special moments with care and precision, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. We actually hadn’t planned on having a videographer originally, but we’re so glad we changed our minds and booked KB Wedding Videography. The videos not only helped us revisit the day but also brought everything together beautifully, giving us a real sense of closure. Fantastic job, and we’re incredibly grateful.

Venue name + review

St Tewdrics House

St Tewdrics House was the perfect choice for our wedding—an absolute gem from the moment we first visited. The venue looked breathtaking on the day, and so many of our guests commented on its charm, especially the stunning wildflowers blooming throughout the garden. A special shoutout to our incredible wedding coordinator, Eliza. Her support, organisation, and unwavering dedication were truly invaluable.

We faced a major challenge on the day that could have derailed everything, but thanks to Eliza and the amazing team at St Tewdrics, the issue was swiftly handled with professionalism and care. They went above and beyond to ensure our celebration stayed on track and felt just as magical as we’d hoped. Beautiful venue, exceptional team, thank you to all at St Tewdrics House for delivering an unforgettable experience.

Tell us a little about your outfits – both of you!

Groom: Navy three piece suit from Moss along with a champagne tie. The suit jacket was bespoke with custom lining, lapel, button holes, and embroidered message.

Bride: V neck white fitted dress with long train. The veil had small flowers and roses. Shout out Jade from Abigail Westrup Bridal who worked tirelessly to alter the dress and make sure it fit perfectly on the day.

Hair + makeup name + review

Hair: Natalie at Beau Bridal

Natalie at Beau Bridal did an incredible job styling the bride’s hair into elegant Hollywood waves that looked flawless and held beautifully throughout the entire day and night. From the trial to the wedding morning, Natalie was professional, kind, and reassuring.

Natalie’s calming presence was especially appreciated when nerves started to kick in—she offered gentle support that helped the bride feel more relaxed and confident. Natalie’s talent and easy going nature made her great part of the team, and the final result was everything the bride had hoped for.

Makeup: Kirsty Rowlands Makeup

Kirsty Rowlands did a fantastic job with the bridal makeup. It looked flawless, felt comfortable, and stayed perfect throughout the entire day and night. She was calm, professional, and reassuring during the morning preparations, which helped create a relaxed atmosphere. Kirsty took feedback from the trial and tailored her approach beautifully, showing real attention to detail. Her organisation and warm presence made a big difference, and the final result was stunning.

Florist name + review

Catherine Gray

Catherine Gray did an absolutely beautiful job with our wedding flowers—they looked stunning and brought our whole day to life. During the planning stage, we visited her workshop, which was such a fun and inspiring experience. Catherine instantly understood the look and feel we were going for and offered brilliant suggestions to help shape our vision. Her guidance throughout was thoughtful and creative, and she struck the perfect balance between what we dreamed of and what worked within our budget. Communication was smooth and reassuring, and we always felt in safe hands. We’re so grateful for her talent and care—she and her team truly helped make our day unforgettable.

Cake maker name + review

Chars cakes and bakes

Charlotte did a great job to create a gorgeous two tier (one Gluten free layer) cake for our wedding. The piping and the decorations looked gorgeous and just as we imagined!

Stationery maker’s name + review

Groom’s feedback: “my beautiful wife working tirelessly on the stationery after work”

Any crafty projects or homemade styling touches?

Instead of a guest book we had guests write us messages on a deck of cards.

Entertainment

Marcus at Speaker box was an excellent DJ, he understood the vibes very well and kept all the guests on the dance floor