Real Wedding Blog | North Yorkshire & North East Wedding Photographer
Claire Hirst Photography
Welcome to my real wedding blog, home to genuine love stories, beautiful venues, and heartfelt moments from across North Yorkshire, County Durham, and the wider North East.
From grand country houses like Wynyard Hall and Middleton Lodge, to farm marquees in the Yorkshire Dales, historic castles, and intimate countryside venues, if you're planning a wedding in Darlington, Richmond, Northallerton, Whitby, or anywhere across the North East, you're in the right place.
Alex & Stephen | Middleton Lodge Wedding Photography
There are weddings that unfold with quiet grace — where every detail feels considered, every moment unhurried, and the love between two people fills the air before a single word is spoken. Alex and Stephen’s wedding day at Middleton Lodge was exactly that.
Samantha & Luke | Walworth Castle Wedding Photography, County Durham
Stunning summer wedding photography at Walworth Castle, County Durham. A Manchester couple, living in Shanghai, who chose the North East for their perfect day.
Keeley & James’ Bowburn Hall Hotel Wedding | Durham Wedding Venue
Bowburn Hall Hotel is a stunning Durham wedding venue for couples dreaming of relaxed outdoor ceremonies, beautiful gardens, and elegant celebrations. Its picturesque grounds make it a perfect choice for natural, timeless wedding photography in the North East.
Amy & Glen Wedding Day, The Manor House Hotel, Bishop Auckland
Amy and Glen celebrated their beautiful wedding day at the stunning Manor House Hotel & Spa, a historic wedding venue set in the countryside of County Durham. As a North Yorkshire and North East wedding photographer, it was an absolute joy to capture their day filled with emotion, laughter and unforgettable moments.
Hahley & Emma Wedding Day, Hardwick Hall
Emma’s black wedding dress was nothing short of iconic, elegant, powerful and completely unforgettable. Paired with dramatic florals in deep autumn tones, it brought a fashion-editorial feel to every portrait. The backdrop of Hardwick Hall meant this Wedding was setting quite the standard for a Halloween wedding.
Naomi & Daniel Wedding Day, Wynyard Hall Stockton On Tees
Naomi & Daniel chose to say “I do” at the breathtaking Wynyard Hall, just outside of Stockton, and honestly, it couldn’t have been more perfect. From the moment you arrive, the venue delivers all kinds of Bridgerton vibes, a dramatic stately frontage, a serene private lake, and those endless tree-lined avenues that feel like they’ve been designed purely for romance
Walworth Castle Wedding Venue, Darlington
Have you always dreamed of a wedding straight out of a storybook? Towering spires, elegant ballrooms, candlelit halls, and romantic gardens? At Walworth Castle, your fairytale wedding isn’t just a dream—it’s your reality.
Tucked away in the heart of County Durham near Darlington , a historic castle wedding venue is where timeless romance meets modern luxury. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, it’s the perfect place to begin your forever.