Durham Castle wedding photography. Off to Durham this weekend for the wedding of Lara and Simon. Familiar territory for Lara as she was at university here. It meant a trip down memory lane for a lot of the guests opening the betting on what state they will end up at the end of the night re-living old memories!) Lara looked flawlessly beautiful and was graceful throughout the day. A few morning nerves were quickly dispelled as the day got underway. No such nerves for Simon, calm and confident, quintessential army officer – I think the only moment the cool, calmness looked like faltering was when the guests got handed a photo from the stag party … and I think the less we say, the better (except possibly nice gloves …)!

Durham University wedding photos

One of the great joys of being a wedding photographer is seeing familiar faces at weddings. None more so than Simon’s brother whose wedding I photographed a while back at Stoke Park. Vicky and Ian were there with their latest addition to their family. I always have to do a little double take when I see couples again. The last time I saw them they were suited and booted and looking incredibly glamorous for their wedding day; the next time I see them, they are beaming with pride whilst cuddling their newborn but looking a little sleep worn!