John and I travelled from Birmingham to Ponteland in Northumberland to photograph Deborah and Justin’s wedding at Horton Grange Hotel. It was a great opportunity to visit John’s mum and dad as well!

I loved Deborah’s hat and shoes!

Applying dramatic make-up:

Flowergirls are getting ready too:

Justin tries Deborah’s wedding gift - a new watch:

Justin and the boys outside before it started raining:

Deborah coming down the stairs before the ceremony:

The bridal party is ready for action:

The ceremony:

At the drinks reception:

Deborah with her flowergirls:

As it was raining outside we had a brief photosession with the bride and groom indoors at Horton Grange just before their speeches:

The speeches:

Cutting (slaughtering) the cake:

The rain turned into a light drizzle around 7pm and we braved the outdoors to explore the picturesque grounds of Horton Grange Hotel:

Guests waiting for Deborah and Justin’s first dance: