I’m not overstating this at all: Linzi and Gaz had the most elegant, classy, beautiful wedding at Lartington Hall. The look was black tie, elegant and timeless. Everything about this beautiful wedding day is sophisticated, but also fun!
The stunning images are by North East and Yorkshire wedding photographer Joss Denham, who gets a lovely review from the happy couple, along with the Lartington Hall team and other fabulous suppliers.
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Wedding photographer’s website
Wedding photographer review
AMAZING, we bloody love them!! We were also so shocked at how quickly they came back! It was actually really lovely though as we got to look through them all relaxing round the pool and having a drink whilst doing it.
We loved Joss, he was great!! We didn’t even know he was there half the time, he is like a silent ninja!! Looking back over them though, we were like I didn’t even know Joss was there, which makes them even better as we always wanted a candid vibe!
Venue name + review
Lartington Hall
We got married in the chapel. As soon as we walked in to the venue, the entrance had me completely sold! it is stunning, beautiful and so elegant. It was exactly what we envisioned, and it was truly perfect. I would recommend the venue, it was faultless, and I cant thank Jamie and Elle enough, they were my dream team alllll day, I loved them, the day wouldn’t have been the same without them.
Tell us a little about your outfits – both of you!
Gaz didn’t want to get married in uniform, he choose a Tux and to also display his medals, this tied in with our theme and looked stunning! Personally, we think it looked better than the military uniform.
My dress was everything I wanted. I tried on a few, there was two I was on the fence about, then I actually saw my dress on a photo and I messaged the photographer to ask where the dress was from, I instantly knew it was the one. I went to try it on, it was over my budget, but I didn’t care, this was my dress and I had zero regrets. so moral of the story is just buy the dress ha!!!
Florist name + review
I am very lucky, Natalie at Sweet William is a really good long term friend of mine, so I showed her my vision, my table centre pieces and top table vision and I left it totally up to her, I had 100% faith in her and we were not disappointed, the flowers were absolutely stunning!!! She created my bouquet as well without any input from myself, and it was beautiful, but I never had any worries, her and her sister Kat are amazing!!!
Cake maker name + review
Again, we were extremely lucky, my bridesmaid Kelly, her mam makes cakes, and she is amazing, Kelly gifted us our wedding cake, and I had zero input in that, as I know how amazing her mam is at creating cakes, and the cake was absolutely stunning!!
Entertainment on the day
We had Lady V sax alllll day, which was always a non-negotiable, she is amazing, and she absolutely smashed our day! We also had Luke Magician all day too, as soon as we had our very first meeting with him, again we just knew he had to be a crucial part of our day, and we thought he was phenomenal.
We also had Barrie, a caricature artist, he was a huge hit and the kids loved him! We had The Beat Boutique for our DJ, I have been to many of their events so I knew this is who we needed at the wedding, they were amazing and everyone was buzzing as they are such a huge name in Teesside. I also booked the Surprise Waiters, as a surprise for Gaz, everyone loved them, everyone was raving about them all day.
If you’re looking for a little joy in the world today, we have it for you. A quiet elopement in Devon, set in a 20th century mansion which offers intimate weddings for 2 as well as celebrations for over a hundred guests. Lucy and Lewis chose to elope, as they have two young children and in Lucy’s words, “we wanted to be in the moment and enjoy it together.” The beautiful images prove they did just that. They celebrated three weeks later with friends and family with a wedding in Plymouth – but it’s their elopement story we’re sharing on English Wedding today.
The images are timeless as the couple’s elegant attire; the backdrop is exquisite and the day looks magical. Lucy told English Wedding, “Ewelina (OTEM Photography) fitted in with this vibe perfectly and was irreplaceable.”
“Ewelina at OTEM photography is the most incredible, amazing, talented photographer you could ask for. She cares so much about your vision and what you want from your photos. She has gone above and beyond more than I ever could have asked for. Her work is INCREDIBLE. It’s better than I could have dreamed of. She’s captured my vision perfectly and she was such a huge part of our wedding.”
More recommended Devon wedding suppliers
Venue: Bovey Castle
Stunning! Chic, luxury, secluded.
Nouveaux hair and beauty
They went above and beyond. Helped me into my dress and walked with me to the ceremony. More than I ever could of asked for with hair and makeup.
UK wedding superbrand MOSS have been in touch with English Wedding to share the news that the classic tux is making an exciting comeback for weddings! A pretty stable trend in the US since forever, the wedding tux is a look I love, perfect for a city chic reception!
MOSS say, “While tuxedos have long been a popular choice for a variety of occasions – from black-tie events to red carpet appearances – this wedding season is seeing more couples embracing the classic look for their big day, often adding a contemporary twist.”
While barn and festival weddings seemed to rule the world in 2023, classic celebrations are making a big comeback. Elegance, minimalism and chic styling make weddings feel really special – and the tux is a perfect fit.
Moss Hire’s Tailored Fit Tuxedo is designed to accommodate all body shapes with its slightly looser fit. It provides a fresh take on the classic tux while remaining faithful to its roots. They say the tailored fit has proven especially popular for its comfort and versatility, allowing grooms and their groomsmen to move effortlessly through every stage of the day, from ceremony to celebration.
?“The tailored fit is ideal for weddings because it’s both sharp and comfortable. It’s traditional enough to respect the occasion but modern enough to suit today’s evolving taste.” ~ Moss
Whether you’re after a classic black tuxedo or a more modern style, Moss offers a wide range of options to ensure the groom and his party look their best. To secure your perfect tuxedo for the big day, visit Moss. Available to buy, hire or have custom-made.
A super sophisticated Manor House wedding with bridesmaids in black and the most incredible chandeliers! This beauty of a day was sent in by Yorkshire wedding photographer Joss Denham. Groom and bride Adam and Jessica call him a wizard – “He is a master at what he does and as a result, the outcome is unbelievable.”
I’m blown away by how beautiful Jessica and Adam’s wedding is. The flowers are stunning; the couple’s outfits are gorgeous and they both look amazing. Jessica wears a Halfpenny wedding dress from The White Closet. And the candles lining the wedding tables in Manor House Lindley‘s Coach House create the most enchanting atmosphere!
“We wanted the day to be elegant, classic and chic. We had a black tie theme for the whole bridal party so the men all wore bow ties and the bridesmaids wore black. Our flowers were white roses. In the wedding breakfast, we kept the flowers to a minimum and instead went for large collections of candles on the tables. This helped us to create the intimate, romantic and chic feel we wanted for the day. This looked even better on all the photos!”
Wedding photographer’s website
Manor House Lindley wedding photographer Joss Denham – https://jossdenham.co.uk
Wedding photographer review
The images are incredible. There is no other word for it. We had preview images within 3 days of getting married (some of these were bank holidays!!). These helped us to live in the moment that little bit longer. The images themselves are perfect. Joss has managed to capture all the key moments of our day – we have stories we talk about when we see particular images and this is exactly what we wanted. The photos tell the story of our day. They are natural and candid in the best way. They have managed to capture all of the love and joy we felt on the day and we couldn’t be more grateful. We love them and so do all our families. My mum has watched them countless times!
Joss is a wizard. He is a master at what he does and as a result, the outcome is unbelievable. Having watched him work at Jess’ sister’s wedding, we knew he was the photographer for us. Joss was relaxed, funny and managed to seamlessly blend into our families. The biggest compliment we can give him is that so often we didn’t realise he was there whilst shooting photos, but felt part of the family in between! We’d both been to weddings where the bride and groom disappear for a long photoshoot in the middle of the day or people’s views of key moments are obscured by photographers and we knew this was not what we wanted. We wanted to spend our day with the people we loved. With the people we had invited to spend the day with us. Joss ensured we could do this whilst also capturing the ‘Vogue’ style shots that everyone wants. He is amazing. We are now desperately trying to convince our parents to have a vow renewal so we can have him back – he really feels like part of the family!
Venue name + review
We got married at Manor House Lindley. It was completely perfect and we would recommend it to absolutely everyone. The venue felt intimate and chic which was everything we wanted for our wedding. The fact that the hotel only has a small number of rooms meant that our favourite people could stay with us and debrief the entire day over breakfast. All the staff at the venue were incredible from start to finish – nothing was too much trouble, they ensured the day ran seamlessly and felt like part of our wedding party celebrating with us.
The venue made their own macaroons which we’d had when we stayed before the wedding. They are amazing so we ensured they were a part of the day! We had arancini balls and lamb skewers for our other canapes. For the main meal, we had apple sorbet to start followed by pork belly (so so good!) For the main, we had a chicken dish which was one of the best things we’d ever eaten! For dessert (the best part), we had the Lindley lemon tart. All the food was absolutely amazing – we had so many compliments about the food throughout the day! For evening food, we wanted to go for a fast food theme so we had truffle dogs, mini burgers and cheesy churros.
Dress or suit shop name + review
I visited ‘The White Closet’ to try to find my perfect dress.
I chose a two piece from Halfpenny London which just felt like me but more me. I’m not a super girly girly and it’s hard to explain but the dress made me feel extremely comfortable and special all at the same time. It was the only dress I tried on which made me cry (and most of my family!). It was the dress I could see myself getting married in and I just knew it was the one. It was the dress I left excited to try on again.
Florist name + review
The florist came recommended by our wedding venue and as soon as we saw photos of their work, we knew they’d be perfect for us. We chose white roses and gypsophila for our flowers. We wanted them to be entirely white so they would look elegant and chic. We couldn’t have been happier with the flowers on the day – they looked simply incredible. Everyone commented on how incredible they looked in the venue.
Cake maker name + review
We love cake! This was a hugely important detail for us! We wanted the decoration of the cake to fit with the theme so it was entirely white with a black bow and our initials written on the lower tier. On the bottom tier, we had bramble and orange. The middle tier was red velvet (which looked incredible with the white icing) and the top tier was sticky toffee pudding. Everyone at Where The Ribbon Ends was so brilliant with the design of the cake and it was so delicious!
Any crafty projects or special styling touches?
We used wedding newspapers to give people key information including the seating plan and who was in the wedding party. We loved these and they gave the guests a little momento from the day! Jess also had her mum and dad walk her down the aisle giving them both the credit they deserve!
Beautiful wedding music
During the day, we had Rhian Evans on the harp. She is so incredibly talented and was the perfect accompaniment for our ceremony and drinks reception. She was able to play a selection of classical and more modern songs. Having live music during the ceremony and drinks reception was so special. The DJ was absolutely brilliant and really kept everyone on the dancefloor for the whole evening. We had guests bargaining with him at the end to play just one more song!
We fell in love with this gorgeous couple and they’re snowy(!) spring wedding pics as soon as we saw them! Jordan and Laura were wed at Middleton Lodge and chose Joss Denham Photography to capture their day. Now, I feel I should apologise to all of you lovely people planning your spring weddings… snow might not be what you’re planning for. But oh my, isn’t it beautiful?!
“We got married on 11th March 2023. We chose this date to try and avoid any inclement winter weather but much to our surprise, we were treated to a dusting of snow which amplified the beauty of the Fig House and Walled Gardens.”
Joss Denham Photography
From the preview of images we have seen so far, we have been blown away by how they have captured the joy, love and happiness expressed by both ourselves and our guests on the best day of our lives. The images tell a story of the day from start to finish capturing both the big moments, from saying “I do”, to the speeches and first dance, to the more intricate moments such as the tears and laughter of our ourselves and our guests. This has allowed us to relive the day in the finer details that otherwise wouldn’t be possible if we had opted for a formal approach.
Selecting Joss Denham Photography was one of the earliest and easiest decisions we made in the planning. His relaxed and non-cheesy style appealed to us a couple as we were determined to capture the day in a way that was both authentic and natural. On the day, Joss delivered beyond our expectations. His unobtrusive and professional approach was recognised by all of our family and friends.
Wedding days are made up of lots of intricate and subtle moments, many of which would go untold without an experienced and skilled photographer. On the day, you can’t possibly experience it all – which is why documenting the emotions, reactions and stories on film is so crucial to providing a lifetime of memories to cherish forever.
Joss was present at every moment, and yet seemed invisible to us and our guests – meaning that the raw emotions of the day could be captured in their truest form. To say that we would recommend Joss would be an understatement. If you are looking for a photographer to truly capture your day in its most joyous and honest form, Joss is the only photographer for you.
A wedding at Middleton Lodge
We got married at the Fig House, Middleton Lodge. Laura’s dream was always to get married in an orangery and the Fig House provided a spin on this that we had never seen before. Passing through the archway, you experience the dramatic transition from the intimate and cosiness of the Boiler Bar where the ceremony takes place, to the bright and spacious Fig House where the guests are seated for the wedding breakfast. For us there was no other venue that could match up to Middleton Lodge.
Wedding style
The theme for our wedding day was chic but timeless. We were determined to stay away from anything trend driven that may date over time, instead making choices that were classic but modern with a luxe theme through out. The outcome was beyond our wildest dreams.
Our colour scheme started with whites and some very pale nudes but as time went on this developed into a wider palette of sands, peaches and pinks. The colours felt soft but romantic and paired with the greenery in the Fig House worked perfectly.
Dress by Jesus Peiro from The White Closet
When I went to the White Closet in Didsbury I had a very clear image in mind of the dress that I would be leaving with. This dress was halter neck, satin, slinky and form fitting. After trying on many dresses in this style although I appreciated the beauty of each and every one I knew none of them were mine. This is when I tried on the Jesus Peiro dress. As soon as I put on the dress and looked in the mirror I knew this was the one. The dress was effortlessly chic, understated but dramatic and had a back that was to die for. The dress made me feel like a bride and although it’s never what I imagined I would get married in, now I cannot imagine anything but the Jesus Peiro dress.
Flowers by The Wilde
Flowers were a hugely important part of the day for us. The way that they can make a space feel is transformational. For us, we wanted flowers that were both wild but refined with irregular arrangements that owned the space in which they took up. We opted for 2 large urns at the bottom of the aisle as our focal point, these were then replicated on the long tables in miniature form with long stem candles to finish off the look. Our florist was Kirsty at The Wilde who we found through Middleton Lodge. Kirsty saw our vision immediately from the bouquets to the smaller arrangements at the start of the aisle – everything was perfect.
Cake by Where The Ribbon Ends
Where the Ribbon Ends were the only cake choice for us and boy did they deliver. We chose a three tired, vintage style cake with frilled piping and pearls. To us this cake resembled the timelessly romantic vibe that we were going for and on the day we were over the moon with how it turned out. The flavours were biscoff, lemon and poppy seed and white chocolate and raspberry.
Special, personal touches
We are lucky enough to have an incredibly talented friend, Laura Hampson who specialises in illustration but does not usually do wedding stationery. Laura designed everything from our invitations to our wedding day creative including the welcome signs, table plan, place settings and even turned her hand to book binding for the creation of our guestbook. Laura poured her heart and soul into every minor detail of our wedding day and it massively paid off in the perfection of each and every element she touched.
Another talented friend to mention is Jessica Cutler who specialises in weave and made us a pair of custom blankets in our wedding colour palette to act as a finishing touch to the fire pits that were lit in the early evening.
Wine is something that is very important to us and it on the day we chose to have our favourite Amié wines for all of our guests. This wine is one that we have enjoyed countless times as a couple and it was amazing to share it with our family and friends on our special day.
We would also like to mention La Maison Guimauve Marshmallows who provided our favours: a mix of affogato; and raspberry and prosecco marshmallows. Not only did these taste delicious but they were the perfect addition to our table dressing with the colours complimenting our overall look and feel.
Entertainment from day to night
The day was punctuated by performances from a string arrangement for the ceremony and drinks reception; a magician during the transition from day to evening and a band to fill the dance floor. We chose Aurora Strings for our ceremony music. They were available in a 2, 3 or 4 piece offering. We opted for a 3 piece offering and they played Canon in D as Laura walked down the aisle. They played This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) as we walked up the aisle. They have an enormous and versatile repertoire of music from classical to modern, and brought real a touch of class to our wedding.
The magic was provided by the brilliant Paul Lytton. We discovered Paul just a few weeks before our wedding during a showcase at the Fig House. Paul is unlike any magician we have encountered. His credentials and past audiences speak to his incredible talent. Our guests were mesmerised by his tricks and showmanship. Not least he provided some fantastic reactions and was perfect for filling that ‘lull’ period before the evening got underway.
Filling the dance floor was the 3 piece band, The Overthinkers. With vocals led by David Aryn, they learned and delivered a beautiful rendition of our first dance song, Can’t Help Falling in Love.
The band was fun, energetic and got our guests up dancing the night away. As a bonus, they also a offer a DJ service, where they hang around until the end of night, playing a pre-curated list of some of our favourite hits.
