I photographed this wedding in November 2012 and it was superb day and venue for photography. Both the bride and groom spent the night at the venue the night before and were there first thing for some shots of them getting ready. The day went through perfectly and even for November, it was a very mild day.
Earlier this month Nicki & Adam got married at the amazing Town Hall in Manchester. At about 9 am I met Adam at the Gentry Grooming Co in Didsbury village and then followed him and his mate for a glass of champagne at the venue for the reception, ’11 Didsbury Park’. Once they had started their day with a cold glass of bubbles they cycled back to Adam’s. I had a chance to take several shots in the morning of Adam, his sister and future brother in law getting ready.
Although by the time couples book me they have usually booked their venue. However here is a list of my favourites in the city centre. There are several fabulous venues across Cheshire and Lancashire that are unbelievable about which I’ll post another time..
1: Midland Hotel Manchester- This is a top hotel in the centre of Manchester and has one of the finest old buildings in the city. Its easy to get to for guests and all the rooms are fantastic.
2: Town Hall Manchester – Another stunning building in the city centre of Manchester. Loads of easy transport links for your guests and has been established as a wedding venue for some time now.
3: Manchester art Gallery – Also situated in the city centre and is close to many hotels. This is another gorgeous building that allows weddings.
4: Old Trafford Football or Cricket Grounds – I have put these together as you can choose which one you prefer according to your sport. Both hire rooms for weddings.
5: Ordsall Hall – Situated in Salford, about 5 minutes in the car is this little gem. Superb looking building with very helpful staff.
6: Great Jon Street Hotel : This has superb views of the city centre from the fabulous roof garden. A lovely hotel on a quiet street minutes walk from the city centre.
7: Monastery in Gorton – This is a few minutes drive from the city centre but is one of the most popular venues.
These were venues situated in the city or close by. There are several Wedding venues situated in the countryside which is only a few minutes drive by car or on a train.
Here is a list of more venues –
http://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/200067/marriages_and_civil_partnerships/3724/venues_available_for_your_wedding_or_civil_partnership/1
http://www.hitched.co.uk/wedding-venues/manchester.htm
I will be visiting more venues in the next month or so and be updating this page more regularly.
