Gretna Green

Debs & Neal | Smiths Hotel Wedding Photographer Gretna Introducing the gorgeous Debs and Neal! This lovely bride and groom decided to elope in a secret wedding to Scotland. They chose the iconic Smiths Hotel as their venue, in the historical town of Gretna Green. Gretna is world famous for their history of weddings, and for elopements. Debs and Neal had their ceremony on the balcony of Smiths Hotel - a perfect backdrop with the vast fields of Scotland behind them. It was a cosy and intimate ceremony! After the legal part, a realistic replica of an anvil was used to wish the couple well....


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Wedding Photographers Near Me Gretna Green The Fascinating History of Gretna Green Elopements Nestled in the picturesque Scottish Borders, Gretna Green has earned a reputation as the ultimate elopement destination. Known for its romantic allure and rich history, this quaint village has been a haven for couples seeking to tie the knot in secret. But what exactly makes Gretna Green so special? A Brief History of Gretna Green Gretna Green's story begins in the 18th century when England's Marriage Act of 1836 imposed strict regulations on marriage. These laws required couples...


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Wedding Photos Original Marriage Room Gretna Green Nestled on the border of Scotland and England, Gretna Green is one of the most iconic wedding destinations in the United Kingdom. With its rich history, enchanting landscapes, and charming venues, it's no wonder that couples from around the world flock to this quaint Scottish village to tie the knot. In this blog post, we'll explore the allure of weddings at Gretna Green. A Brief History of Gretna Green and The Original Marriage Room Gretna Green's wedding legacy dates back to the early 18th century when the Marriage Act of 1753 made...


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Debra & Neil | The Coach House Wedding Photographer Gretna Green Meet the lovely Debra and Neil! I popped up to Gretna Green to join them for their intimate wedding ceremony at the gorgeous Gretna Hall. They chose to have their official ceremony in the Coach House which is very famous and packed with history. They were celebrating with a few close friends and family, afterwards they enjoyed a meal at Smiths Hotel. The day was very wet, typical of Scotland but that never takes away from the beauty! We did a few group photos inside The Coach House before the bride and groom portraits...


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Jazz & Ste | Gretna Hall Wedding Photographer Meet the gorgeous Jazz and Ste! This couple were SO much fun to photograph! The day started at Gretna Hall and was incredibly wet (hello, Scottish rain!) with their ceremony taking place in the Historic Coach House. We managed to get some photos in the grounds at Gretna Hall - a few shots in the gardens which are just starting to come to life with the hint of Spring. The natural photos and scenery were most important to this bride and groom, and despite getting rather wet they were up for the challenge. This made my job easier... and that...


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Rebecca & Chris | Dumfries Wedding Photographer Gretna Green Meet Rebecca and Chris! I popped up to Greta Green for a flying visit to capture some photos of their very special wedding. They travelled from Ireland to get married in Gretna with their parents, choosing to celebrate with their closest family in a place packed with so much history. They had their ceremony at the Gretna Green Registry Office and we popped over to the centre afterwards for some photos in the fields. It was such a pretty day, the weather couldn't have been nicer for them! Rebecca and Chris, it was lovely to meet...


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Bob & Susan | Gretna Hall Wedding Photographer Meet the lovely Susan and Bob! This amazing couple have been through so much together, and yet as the years go by their love just grows stronger. They were married a few days ago at the wedding venue Gretna Hall Hotel in Gretna Green, Scotland. They were joined by a few of their closest loved ones for their intimate wedding. Although I was only with them for a short time, it was such a pleasure to get to know them a little and learn more about how they met. The ceremony took place in the Coach House, and afterwards we were able to get some photos...


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Jemma & Lenny | Wedding Photographer Scotland Meet the gorgeous Jemma and Lenny! Their day was wonderfully unique, and it was certainly a special wedding. I've never been asked to surprise the bride and groom before... it was such a pleasure to see the excitement (and shock!) on Jemma's face as I walked through the door on the morning of her wedding. She found out in that exact moment that she had an official photographer for the day. Lenny and Jemma were married at The Mill Forge in Gretna Green, Scotland. They were joined by their closest friends and family who all contributed to the relaxed...


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Andrea & Adam | The Gables Hotel Wedding Photography Gretna Meet Andrea and Adam! This gorgeous couple were married a few days ago at the beautiful Gables Hotel in Gretna Green, Scotland. I popped up for a couple hours to join them for their ceremony and portraits along with family pictures. Despite torrential rain on the way up the day was dry, much to our relief! Smaller weddings are always a pleasure to photograph. The ceremony for Andrea and Adam was an emotional one and out of their 15 guests there were not many dry eyes! It was very touching and intimate - exactly what a smaller...


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Matty & Lyndsey | Gretna Green Wedding Photography Scotland Recently I had the pleasure of running off to Gretna Green, Scotland to shoot a stunning wedding.  The day was an incredible one, my little family and I enjoyed a weekend away where we were able to join in with the festivities as I was working as their wedding photographer. The day felt like it had so much more meaning as it was a family wedding, I am always attached to my brides and grooms as I get to know them before the big day, but when it's family... it's a whole different level! Despite torrential rain for a majority of the morning...


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