Photographer's Journal

My Wedding Photography Journal has real weddings, photographic tips, venue features, and inspiration.  If you are a couple planning their wedding you can use this resource to:

  • Learn more about the wedding photography experience
  • Find hints and tips 
  • See photos from real weddings from Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire and other great UK venues.

Use the filters and links below to explore the different topics. 

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Oxford Town Hall Wedding Photography

Oxford Town Hall is one of the most iconic wedding venues in the city, offering beautiful architecture, elegant interiors and a central Oxford location. As an experienced Oxford Town Hall wedding photographer, I capture natural, relaxed wedding photography that reflects the atmosphere and character of this historic venue.

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Bride and Groom Portrait at Ufton Court, Berkshire - Photographed by Matthew Ellacott Photography

Ufton Court Wedding Photography

Wedding Photography at Ufton court is full of stunning photo opportunities. Jess and Dan’s summer Wedding made the most of this unique venue. The wedding day was one of the hottest days of the year. For the couple photos we used the cool shelter of the manor house before exploring the beautiful grounds and gardens. Ufton Court is a Grade I listed Tudor manor set within

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Wedding Ceremony. Lapstone Barn Wedding Photography

Romantic October Wedding at Lapstone Barn

Lapstone Barn Wedding Photograpy My first visit to Lapstone Barn was for Yazmin and Nathan’s beautiful elegant Autumnal wedding. Lapstone Barn was a perfect choice for an October wedding with an elegant blend of seasonal warmth and Cotswold charm. Set among rolling countryside and framed by the venue’s signature honey-coloured stone, the autumn landscape provided a naturally stunning backdrop for the day. Lapstone Barn’s contemporary rustic

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Oxford University Weddings in 2026

Planning a wedding in one of the historic Oxford University Colleges is unlike any other experience. With ancient quadrangles, golden stone cloisters, grand dining halls and serene gardens, an Oxford College wedding offers a magical blend of romance, heritage and breathtaking architecture.

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Wedding Photography at Worton Kitchen Garden Oxfordshire

Worton Kitchen Garden – Wedding Photography

Natural wedding photography at Worton Kitchen Garden – If you dream of a sustainable wedding surrounded by wildflowers, rustic greenhouses, and intimate natural surroundings, Worton Kitchen Garden in Oxfordshire is a unique and enchanting venue. Nestled on a regenerative farm just outside Oxford, this unique venue blends sustainability, beauty, and intimacy. It is a paradise for natural wedding photography with Summer Wedding Photography at Worton Kitchen

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Cherwell Boathouse Wedding

Wedding Photography at the Cherwell Boathouse is always a special treat for me. The Cherwell Boathouse is one of my favourite restaurants in Oxford, when I am off duty and also one the nearest wedding venues to home. Nestled along the serene banks of the River Cherwell, the Cherwell Boathouse in Oxford offers a unique setting for a wedding celebration. With its picturesque surroundings, historic charm,

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Great Fosters – Stunning Surrey Wedding

Great Fosters Wedding Photographer Built in the 1550s and once visited by Elizabeth I, Great Fosters is a stunning Hotel near Egham and Windsor. With its stunning gardens, luxurious interiors, and rich history, Great Fosters has now become a much sought-after wedding venue. Whether you want a wedding in the grand hall, a beautiful outdoor ceremony by the lake, or an intimate celebration in a smaller,

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A Dream Wedding at Christ Church College and Isis River Farmhouse

Rachael and Andy’s stunning Christ Church College wedding combined a fairytale setting and rustic riverside charm and natural beauty. The historic Christ Church College and the picturesque Isis River Farmhouse were an enchanting contrasting combination. Both venues both have a typical Oxford style and history that fitted the occasion wonderfully. Christ Church College Wedding Rachael and Andy exchanged their vows in the breathtaking surroundings of the

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Lains Barn Wedding Photographer

I loved every moment of my first time as a Lains Barn Wedding Photographer. Nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside, Lains Barn is a stunning, beautifully restored wedding venue. The venue is full of wonderful original features and stunning backdrops including the grain store and views over the rolling Oxfordshire landscape. The barn’s timber vaulted roof has over 250 years of history. Although it holds 170 it

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