Freya and Oliver’s Summer Wedding at Eastnor, Herefordshire

Freya and Oliver were married in the summer at the Church of St John the Baptist in Eastnor, Herefordshire. It was a personal ceremony in a setting that already meant a great deal to them, with the church sitting right next to Freya’s family home.

That closeness set the tone for the day from the start. Everything felt familiar, relaxed and centred around family rather than formality.

A Reception at Home

Following the ceremony, guests made their way into the gardens where a marquee had been set up for the reception. It had been positioned thoughtfully so it sat comfortably within the space rather than dominating it, allowing the gardens to remain very much part of the day.

With the house close by and plenty of space to move between areas, the reception had a natural flow. People drifted in and out, conversations carried on easily and the day never felt confined to one place.

Working With the Weather

Although the day stayed mostly dry, it was one of those summer weddings where the sky was constantly being watched.

There were moments when the light opened up beautifully, followed by darker clouds rolling through, and it became a case of working with the conditions rather than trying to force anything. Finding those small windows in the weather shaped how portraits and group photographs were approached.

Having that flexibility built into the day made all the difference.

Finding the Right Balance

Freya and Oliver’s wedding was informal and relaxed, which meant the photography needed to reflect that.

Much of the day was captured in a documentary way, allowing moments to unfold naturally without interruption. At the same time, it was important to create space for the more structured elements such as family groups and a small number of relaxed portraits.

Finding that balance is always key, particularly on days where atmosphere and connection matter more than formality.

A Day That Reflected Them

From start to finish, the wedding felt personal and unforced. It was shaped by familiar surroundings, thoughtful planning and a clear focus on the people who mattered most to them.

It was a genuinely enjoyable day to photograph and one that flowed naturally from one part to the next.

I hope you enjoy looking through this real wedding at Eastnor gallery as much as I enjoyed putting it together.

Russell