Micro Wedding & Elopement Photography in Derbyshire & the UK

Natural, documentary coverage for intimate celebrations, registry office weddings and relaxed small days.

If you’re planning a small wedding or elopement, you probably care more about real moments than formal stiff posing. I photograph intimate celebrations in a relaxed, unobtrusive way, capturing genuine emotion, connection and the story of your day as it naturally unfolds.

Three men and a little girl, all dressed in formal attire, in a decorated room with chairs, a chandelier, and a round wall mirror.
A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet, standing between two men in suits, in a room with a mirror and chandelier.
A bride and groom holding hands and looking at each other during a wedding ceremony in a warmly lit room with guests seated behind them.
Newlywed couple holding hands and smiling as friends and family celebrate with cheers and confetti outdoors.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing outdoors on a grassy area, holding a bouquet of flowers, and smiling at each other, with a stone railing and trees in the background.
A couple dressed in wedding attire hugging in front of ornate gothic cathedral entrance with intricate stone carvings and statues.
A couple sharing a joyful hug, smiling, with the man hugging the woman from behind and both holding her hands, in an indoor setting with ornate architectural details.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand on a city street, smiling at each other, with a historic cathedral in the background; the bride holds a bouquet of flowers.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a romantic moment on a city street, with people walking past in motion blur.
A bride and groom are exchanging vows outdoors, with a woman holding a microphone and reading from a paper, and a man standing beside them, all smiling amid lush greenery.
A couple getting married outdoors in front of friends, with a man reading vows or a speech, and a woman in a white wedding dress standing across from him. The setting is decorated with flowers and greenery, with a brick and wooden fence background.
Bride and groom exchanging vows during outdoor wedding ceremony with seated guests and green foliage in background.
Bride and groom walking through a shower of confetti during their outdoor wedding, surrounded by friends and family.
Bride holding a floral bouquet and raising a cocktail glass, smiling during her wedding celebration, with a dark outdoor background.
Group of people at an outdoor gathering raising their cocktails for a toast.
A group of people in formal attire walking on the sidewalk in front of a large brick house with greenery and parked cars.
Group of six men in suits celebrating outdoors, one being carried on others' shoulders, holding drinks, in front of green bushes.
A bride and groom sharing an intimate moment outdoors with lush green foliage and white flowers in the background.
Two men in suits standing at the doorway of a building, one smiling at the camera and the other holding a gift bag, both wearing boutonnieres, during a formal event.
Older woman wearing a large white hat, pink jacket, pearl necklace, and glasses smiling at a formal event next to a young man in a tuxedo, with other guests seated nearby.
A wedding ceremony with guests seated and standing in a decorated hall. The bride is smiling and holding a bouquet of flowers, and the groom stands at the front.
A couple during their wedding ceremony, with the groom placing a ring on the bride's finger, both smiling happily with guests in the background.
A group of people sitting in a wedding ceremony, including women with bouquets, a young girl in a white dress, and several men in suits.
A newlywed couple walking hand in hand down the aisle of a wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests. The bride is holding a bouquet and smiling, while the groom is dressed in a suit and also smiling. Guests are clapping and celebrating in a decorated i
A woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of white flowers, smiling, as a man in a dark suit with a boutonnière adjusts her hair. Two women stand behind them, one with reddish hair and the other with brown hair, in an outdoor setting with trees and
Group of five women and one girl smiling at a wedding, holding flowers, outdoors in front of a flower bed and trees.
A bride and groom standing in front of an ornate gothic church door with statues and intricate metalwork, on their wedding day.
A woman in a wedding dress standing in a room with floral patterned wallpaper and a table with toiletries. She is smiling and looking to the side, with a person helping her in the background.
A young woman with dark curly hair is looking at a small bottle, possibly perfume, while touching her neck with her other hand. She is wearing a white lace strapless dress and small earrings. She is in a softly lit bedroom with floral wallpaper and p
A wedding ceremony taking place indoors with a bride and groom standing before an audience, facing each other. The bride is in a white lace wedding dress, and the groom is in a dark suit. An officiant and guests are present, with some seated and one
A bride and groom kiss during their wedding ceremony in a richly decorated room with antique wallpaper, a large framed painting, and a marble fireplace. The bride is holding a bouquet of flowers, and a woman in blue stands nearby holding a folder, sm
A wedding ceremony in an elegant, richly decorated room with large windows, red and gold drapes, a chandelier, and ornate wall sconces. The bride, dressed in a white gown, and the groom, in a dark suit, are holding hands. Several seated guests, inclu
Group of people, including bride and groom, standing outside a building with columns on a wedding day. The bride is holding a bouquet up in the air and the groom is smiling.
A bride and groom embracing and sharing a kiss outdoors on a wedding day, with a scenic garden background and classical columns.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand through a lush garden, with trees and shrubs in the background, celebrating their wedding day.
A bride and groom holding hands on a grassy field, with trees in the background, surrounded by blurred purple and white flowers.
A couple holding hands during their wedding ceremony, with the bride wearing a vintage-style dress with long sleeves and the groom in a dark suit, with floral decorations visible in the background.
A woman in a white dress holding hands with a man in a black suit during a formal or wedding ceremony, with another woman seated behind them and a window in the background.
A couple is at the center of the room, with the man wearing a suit and the woman wearing a white dress, sharing a kiss on the cheek during a wedding ceremony. Two people seated in the background are smiling and looking at the couple, the man with cla
A joyful man in a black suit with a teal tie stands next to a seated woman wearing a white blouse, both smiling during a wedding celebration. The man has a boutonniere on his suit lapel, and there are flowers on a table in front of them. The backgrou
A newlywed couple standing on the steps of a building with an iron gate, holding hands and celebrating. The groom is in a black suit with a blue tie, and the bride is in a white dress with her arm raised, holding a bouquet of flowers.
A group of five people taking a selfie outdoors in front of a historic building and Christmas tree.
A newlywed couple walking hand in hand outside in a city square, with Christmas trees in the background.
A young man in a black suit and a woman in a white blouse are facing each other, smiling, in front of a brick and stone building.
A happy couple celebrating their wedding outdoors, with the groom in a black suit and the bride in a white dress, both showing off their engagement rings.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of white and peach flowers, standing inside a room with red chairs and large windows.
Group of people attending a wedding ceremony, sitting on red chairs. The groom, wearing glasses and a checked suit with a white flower on his lapel, is covering his mouth and appears emotional. The bride, sitting next to him in a white dress with flo
A couple getting married in a small ceremony with guests seated behind them in a room with beige walls and a clock on the wall.
Bride and groom walking through a celebratory crowd throwing confetti and showering flower petals during their wedding ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire standing in a decorated room, holding hands and smiling, with white curtains, red and gold chairs, and a large mirror in the background.
A newlywed couple is hugging and smiling outdoors in front of a brick building. The woman is holding a bouquet of white and blush roses, and the man is wearing a beige checked suit with a boutonniere. They look happy and affectionate.
A bride and groom walking together in a park during rain, with the groom holding a white umbrella. The bride wears a white wedding dress and holds a bouquet, while the groom is in a beige suit with a boutonniere.
A bride and groom sitting together, smiling and laughing during their wedding ceremony. The bride is holding a bouquet of white flowers, and the groom is wearing a beige suit with a white shirt and a boutonniere.
Close-up of a bride and groom holding shot glasses during a wedding celebration, with focus on their hands, floral wedding bouquet, and formal attire.
A woman with red hair in a white strapless wedding dress holding a veil, smiling in a warmly lit room with wooden and dark decor elements.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand indoors, smiling, with the bride holding a bouquet of pink and yellow flowers. The bride is wearing a white strapless dress and white heels, and the groom is wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and a brown ti
Group of smiling people at a celebration or formal event, with a woman holding a bouquet of pink flowers in the foreground, and three men dressed in suits and ties.
Close-up of a bride holding a wedding ring, with an “I do” gesture, during a wedding ceremony.
A wedding ceremony with a couple standing before an officiant, with guests seated and paying attention in the background, indoors with floral decorations.
A joyful man in a tan suit hugging a woman in a white dress at a celebration, holding a glass of champagne, with other people in the background.
Cream-colored, heart-shaped wedding cake with white icing and decorative piping. The top of the cake has a message that reads "Just Married" in cursive writing.
A newlywed couple standing on a quiet street with their dog, the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and leaning on the groom, who is holding the dog's leash, in front of a stone wall and rustic houses.
A bride and groom smiling at each other outdoors near a pond with ducks, with trees in the background.
A newlywed couple walking hand in hand, smiling and waving as they leave a wedding venue. The groom is dressed in a dark suit and the bride in a white wedding gown and veil. Several guests are in the background, some taking photos.
A wedding scene with a bride in a strapless white gown holding a bouquet of flowers, standing in the center surrounded by guests, in a room with light-colored walls and dark patterned carpet.
A diverse group of people seated and watching an event, including two young women in the foreground, one with long wavy hair wearing a U.S. Army jacket, and the other with shoulder-length hair in a black floral dress.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony in a decorated room with guests, including a bride with a bouquet and men in suits, engaging in conversation and greeting each other.
A bride and groom leaving a building, celebrating with guests throwing colorful confetti in the air.
People embracing and smiling at a wedding outside a historic building.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing close together in front of a large decorative fountain in an urban park, with people in the background and a historic brick building.
A newlywed couple walking hand in hand on a city street. The bride is wearing a white strapless wedding gown and holding a bouquet, while the groom is dressed in a dark suit and tie, smiling.
A group of friends at a celebration, laughing and smiling, with a woman in a white lace dress in the center and floral arrangements in the background.
A man in a gray suit giving a speech at a wedding reception, standing next to a woman in a white lace dress who is holding a piece of paper, with seated guests listening. There are plants and a black wall in the background, and a table with a white c
A bride and groom cutting a wedding cake on a table decorated with flowers, under a green leafy canopy.
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WHY MICRO WEDDINGS WORK BEAUTIFULLY FOR DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY

Smaller celebrations create space for genuine emotion. With fewer distractions and a more relaxed pace, your day can unfold naturally and that’s where meaningful photographs happen.

Micro weddings are perfect for couples who:

  • prefer authentic moments over lots of staged photos

  • want a calm, personal experience

  • are planning a registry office, town hall ceremony or outdoors in the hills, lakes and mountains

  • value storytelling over tradition

  • want photography that feels honest and unobtrusive

My role is simple: observe, anticipate and document the atmosphere of your day as it really happens.

COVERAGE OPTIONS FOR SMALL WEDDINGS

Micro weddings don’t need full-day coverage and that’s completely fine.

Typical coverage includes:

  • 2–4 hour options

  • Ceremony + portraits + relaxed celebration

  • All week availability

  • Registry office and town hall weddings (not forgetting those beautiful spaces outdoors)

  • Flexible timelines

Starting investment: from £600 (for full pricing options, please click here)

Extra note for couples:
When guest numbers are small and coverage is shorter, we often have time for a relaxed wander together no awkward posing, no pressure. Many couples just chat, laugh, explore or dance and I quietly capture those natural moments and your connection. Sometimes I give a little gentle direction to spark a reaction but mostly couples just forget I’m there, enjoying each other, their day and the small details. Oh and if it rains, we just embrace it and grab a brolly.

WHAT DOCUMENTARY STYLE MEANS FOR YOU

No forced posing. No interruptions. No pressure to perform.

I work quietly and attentively, focusing on:

  • natural interactions

  • emotional reactions

  • atmosphere and environment

  • storytelling across the whole experience

You get photographs that feel like memories not a photoshoot (as such). The time allows for more couple time together.

AREAS COVERED

Based in Derbyshire, I photograph micro weddings and elopements across the East Midlands and surrounding counties, including:

  • Nottinghamshire

  • Leicestershire

  • Staffordshire

  • Warwickshire

  • Scotland

  • North Wales

  • West Midlands

  • Gloucestershire

  • Cotswolds

  • Oxfordshire

  • Cheshire

  • Yorkshire

  • London

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What counts as a micro wedding?
Typically celebrations with around 2–30 guests, but the focus is intimacy rather than numbers.

Do you photograph registry office weddings?
Yes, registry office and town hall ceremonies are a big part of the small weddings I photograph.

We hate being photographed is that okay?
Absolutely. Documentary photography is ideal for couples who feel uncomfortable posing but don’t mind being themselves.

Can we book short coverage?
Yes, flexible coverage is available for smaller celebrations.

Do you travel?
Yes travel details are discussed when you enquire. I will travel anywhere in the UK to photograph your elopement love story - some travel fees may apply

If you’re planning a small wedding or elopement and want natural, honest photography:

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