SARAH & JOSH

Bride sitting on Aston Martin DB7 whist groom kisses her. Blue wedding suit and cathedral length veil

Sarah & Josh 

A wedding extravaganza at Norwich cathedral 

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Norwich Cathedral – A venue draped with history

Sarah & Josh chose a Norwich Cathedral wedding for their sunny celebration in late June. Sarah, with a strong connection to the venue is one of a select few who are lucky enough to be allowed to marry inside this magnificent building. 

Nestled in the heart of Norwich, Norwich Cathedral is the perfect wedding venue for couples seeking a blend of history and romance. With over 900 years of history, this magnificent Norman cathedral offers a breathtaking backdrop for weddings in Norwich. Constructed in 1096, the cathedral’s stunning Romanesque architecture and intricate Gothic additions create an enchanting atmosphere for your special day. Located within the serene Cathedral Close, Norwich Cathedral is a tranquil oasis amidst the city’s bustle. To marry here, couples must meet specific criteria set by the Church of England, including a connection to the parish or regular worship attendance. For those dreaming of a Norwich wedding, Norwich Cathedral provides a unique and unforgettable setting, combining rich heritage with beautiful gardens and majestic interiors. 

The wedding day itself was blessed with stunning sunshine and an abundance of guests. With over 170 people invited, I was busy working all day long. We started at Ashby Hall, Sarah’s parents house for the bridal preparations before driving to the Cathedral. With six bridesmaids I had a very busy preparation room to photograph. After the dress was steamed, details photographed, Sarah was ready to slip into her dress. As she made her way to the chosen car for arrival, an Aston Martin DB6 for pictures I then left to photograph her arrival. 

The Cathedral and following drinks

The ceremony was very beautiful, with acknowledgement of people who couldn’t be in attendance and also the lighting of the wedding candle. Lasting around fifty minutes the ceremony was filled with hymns, readings and emotions. I chose to photograph around the exterior aisles of the venue making sure to capture everything without being seen. Once the ceremony was concluded guests were invited to the Cloisters for welcome drinks. This gave the bride and groom an opportunity to slip away for a few pictures around the cathedral before we left. Upon leaving the couple chose the Aston Martin DBs, where Sarah had arranged to be taken to the local airfield. This was a complete surprise for Josh as they boarded a helicopter to be returned to Ashby Hall for the reception. 

With drinks and canapes on the lawn this allowed time for group photographs and candid before moving to the barn. The barn, decorated exquisitely was dress in white with gold detail with an abundance of flowers. Speeches were emotional with times of humour but generally very upbeat and heartfelt. Cocktail hour soon landed with Espresso Martini’s being the chosen drink for sharing before the first dance. The dance floor was busy, until Sarah & Josh went out to cut their ‘Cheese cake’ before socialising. Sarah then had a change of dress and introduced a cardboard cut out of  a missing usher. This allowed the others to feature him in a couple of compromising positions. 
 

 

Venue – Norwich Cathedral 

Reception – Ashby Hall

DJ – DJ Gordon G

Catering – Brasteds Catering

Dress – Eva Lendel from Boutique of Dreams Bridal

Bridesmaid Dresses – Lipsy

Brides Shoes – Daniels

Make up – Gemma Holiday Hair And Makeup Artistry

Hair – Hairsmiths Norwich

Nails – Princess Nails Fulham

Second Dress – Oceanus

Veil & Gloves – Etsy

Hair Colour – Dejavu Salons by Claudia Webb 

 

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