Claire & Joe planned a London church wedding at the St John’s Church in Buckhurst Hill where Joe’s father is the rector and so was able to conduct their wedding ceremony. This winter wedding was really special to capture, the ceremony was so important to both Claire & Joe – in the church that they both spend lots of time in. The service was made even more meaningful through the involvement of family and friends – Joe’s brother was playing guitar, friends sang and led prayers, and provided lots of cakes for guests to enjoy after the ceremony.
Claire got ready at home with her family, bridesmaids and dogs, choosing a gorgeous long-sleeved lace wedding dress from Betty McCaul one of my favourite bridal stores. She had chosen a mix of pink and maroon wedding flowers which were just stunning and really gave warmth to this winter wedding.
The evening reception took place in a marquee in the Rectory garden just a few minutes walk away. The weather was cold and wet, but the marquee was warm and welcoming. Before the speeches Claire & Joe headed back to the empty church with me for wedding portraits in the beautiful building. And the evening ended with everyone crammed onto the dancefloor – as well as the service the music and dancing was of top importance for them!
You can see more from this beautiful church wedding in their wedding slideshow:
If you love the look of this London church wedding, you might like to see the photos from this intimate London church elopement or this summer church wedding with a festival feel. If you’re planning a winter wedding then my top tips for winter wedding planning might be helpful – and if you’d like to, you can see more of my wedding photography here. If you’re planning a London wedding – whether it’s a church wedding, a civil or celebrant ceremony, I’d love to talk to you about how I can tell the story of your wedding day – please send me a message.
Thanks to the team of talented London wedding suppliers who created this church wedding:
- Church St John’s Church Buckhust Hill
- Wedding dress by Kelsey Rose from Betty McCaul
- Shoes Anna Field
- Earrings Mappin and Webb
- Rings Blue Angel Jewellers
- Flowers One Six Queens
- London wedding photographer Hannah Larkin
