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The Coach House, Derby This dinky little boutique guest house near the heart of Derby is the perfect setting for an elopement or intimate wedding. With luxurious gardens and super stylish decor it ticks all the boxes for an understated but stunning wedding. I’m shamelessly including this venue in my portfolio even though I’ve only …

Heathland Grove Heathland Grove is a purpose-built wedding and events venue that suits all styles of wedding. With years of experience in the sector, the team that set this venue up really knew what’s needed for a great space to host a wedding. If you visit the Heathland Grove website you’ll see lots of images …

Morley Hayes Just a short journey from the centre of Derby, Morley Hayes has lots of great indoor and outdoor spaces for all aspects of your wedding day. With a large hotel, three restaurants, gardens, bars and a choice of three outdoor ceremony spaces, you’re spoilt for choice at Morley Hayes. Starting life as a …

Derby Museum and Art Gallery Derby Museum and Art Gallery is situated in the centre of Derby and has everything you need for a quirky cultured urban wedding. If you’ve ever walked past the visitor’s entrance of Derby Museum and Art Gallery, you’d be forgiven for not being immediately charmed by the 1960s facade that …

Grangefields, Derbyshire I’ve yet to hear anyone say a bad word about Grangefields. This purpose-converted barn venue feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere. Surrounded by the beautiful Derbyshire countryside this is a idyllic setting for any country wedding. Run by the team at Cripps and Co. an awful lot of experience and thought …

The Kedleston Country House, Derby The Kedleston Country House is all that’s wonderful about the British Countryside, whilst only being a short drive from the centre of Derby. Set on the edge of the National Trust’s Kedleston Estate it has lovely views over parkland and fields as well as spacious grounds all around the building. …

The River Mill Derby The River Mill Derby is brought to you by the same folks as The West Mill wedding venue. Housed in the same mill complex, The River Mill is perfect for smaller weddings. A trendy and flexible space that you can host your whole day in. I love the intimacy of the …

Derby Museum of Making Derby Museum of Making resides in the Silk Mill which is part of Derwent Valley Mills Heritage Trail. This historic building makes a great backdrop for your photos with trendy industrial vibes and is a fantastic party space with easy access to the city centre and the river. If you choose …

Derby Cathedral Derby Cathedral is one of the oldest buildings in Derby City Centre and is a beautiful grade 1 listed space, sure to add a touch of drama and old fashioned style to your ceremony and photos. As a Church of England Cathedral, a wedding here comes with all the tradition and solemnity you’d …

The West Mill Derby The West Mill in Derby is one of my all-time favourite venues for many reasons, not least of which is that in 2016 I got married here and had the best day I could have imagined. I think I’m probably the closest wedding photographer to this venue as I live just …