Simon & Jeff Wedding Day, Walworth Castle Hotel, Darlington

Simon & Jeff's Same-Sex Wedding at Walworth Castle Hotel, Darlington — Wedding Photography by Claire Hirst

Walworth Castle Hotel in Darlington is one of the North East's most breathtaking wedding venues, and on this beautiful day it provided the most perfect backdrop for Simon and Jeff's same-sex wedding. From the moment these two incredible men said their vows within the castle's stunning surroundings, the day was filled with the kind of raw, genuine emotion that makes wedding photography so incredibly special.

As an LGBTQ+ friendly wedding photographer in the North East, I feel so lucky to document love stories like Simon and Jeff's. Walworth Castle Hotel has everything — sweeping grounds, elegant interiors, and a team who pour their hearts into every wedding they host. It's always an absolute pleasure to work alongside them, and this gay wedding was one I will treasure forever.

Whether it was the quiet moments of anticipation before the ceremony, the joy on their faces as they said I do, or the celebrations that followed, every moment told a story. That's what wedding photography at Walworth Castle is all about — capturing the real, unscripted magic of your day so you can relive it forever.

To Simon and Jeff — congratulations. You two are very special humans and I loved every single moment of being your wedding photographer. Here are a few teasers from your day, and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for you both.

Planning an LGBTQ+ wedding at Walworth Castle Hotel? If you're looking for a gay-friendly or LGBTQ+ wedding photographer in Darlington, County Durham, or across the North East, I'd love to hear from you. Get in touch to check availability.