Gretna Green Wedding Photography

Alex & Ola | Blacksmiths Shop Wedding Photography Gretna Green Meet the gorgeous Alex and Ola! They had their wedding ceremony at Gretna Green, Scotland. Alex and Ola had their closest family with them, including their absolutely adorable baby girl! They had such a relaxed wedding, with the bride and groom prep taking place at Ancrum House. It's a perfect location to get ready as they have plenty of space to enjoy with others. Ola created a lovely spread for their guests to enjoy later on in the evening, with many foods arranged in a pretty display. It was clear they had put a lot of thought...


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Lauren & Macauley Smiths Hotel Wedding Photography Gretna Green Introducing the gorgeous Lauren and Macauley! They were married in an intimate ceremony at the Famous Blacksmiths Shop in Gretna Green in Scotland. Choosing to prepare for the wedding at the popular Smiths Hotel, they got ready with their closest loved ones. It was such a relaxed morning, and once everyone was ready they walked over to the ceremony venue the Blacksmiths Shop. After the lovely ceremony we took some photographs outside with their guests, then made the most of the Scottish scenery for their portraits....


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Kerry & Steve | Gretna Wedding Photography Scotland Introducing the gorgeous Kerry and Steve! They were married in an intimate ceremony with their closest loved ones at The Famous Blacksmiths Shop in the centre of Gretna Green, Scotland. Despite the typical Scottish weather (hello, drizzle!) it didn't put a dampener on their lovely day. I only popped in to capture some special moments for them from the ceremony onwards but it was clear to see how loved they are. Kerry and Steve had put some beautiful little touches into their day - such as personalised bunnies for the page boys, gorgeous...


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Laura & Tom Gretna Hall Wedding Photography Meet the gorgeous Laura and Tom! This beautiful couple were married a few days ago at Gretna Hall Hotel in Gretna Green, Scotland. A very popular destination for weddings, I've had the pleasure of working at Gretna Hall a number of times now. I always enjoy popping in to this lovely little venue! Laura and Tom had their ceremony in the famous Coach House, which is always a favourite location with many couples for their ceremonies. With the stagecoach as the backdrop during the ceremony, the hall also has white flowers hanging down from the ceiling...


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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 Photographer The Famous Blacksmiths Shop Gretna Green Photography One very special location with an incredible amount of history is the Original Marriage Room in Gretna Green. Located in the Famous Blacksmiths shop, it's a location where couples used to (and still) elope to get married in a shotgun wedding. Gretna is full of quirky charm - but it's a quick step out into the fields of Dumfries and Galloway. Nature is always my preferred backdrop for any photoshoot or wedding, you can't beat a bit of natural beauty! Couples often find me on Google as they see I've photographed weddings...


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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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Neal & Francesca | Gretna Green Old Blacksmith's Shop Photographer Meet the stunning Francesca and Neal! This photogenic pair were married in a romantic elopement to Gretna Green in Scotland. They had an intimate marriage ceremony at the Famous Blacksmith's Shop, with the ceremony taking place in The Original Marriage Room. Accompanied by two of their closest friends, the five of us had a laugh during the photos. It's always refreshing to join couples for an elopement, it's such a special time and we can focus on what weddings are all about - the bride and groom and their love! The...


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Wedding Photography Packages The first thing people usually ask me when they get in touch is what are my prices and packages. Obviously a very important part of booking a wedding photographer! My main package is a full day package. Most couples prefer to have someone cover photography from bride prep (sometimes groom prep too if he's nearby!) the ceremony, wedding breakfast and the evening reception until just after the First Dance. I do get variations on this package though which is why I'm always happy to tailor a package to suit each couple. Some brides and grooms have requested:...


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