Elegant, Authentic Wedding Photography at one of Shropshire’s Most Romantic Venues
Hawkstone Hall is a stunner – an 18th-century mansion set in 88 acres of Shropshire countryside. With its grand interiors, sweeping gardens, and serene chapel, it’s a dream venue for couples wanting a luxury wedding that still feels warm, relaxed, and deeply personal.
I’m a Hawkstone Hall wedding photographer, capturing celebrations with a fine-art documentary approach: true-to-life colour, beautiful light, and the real moments as they unfold. I’ll blend into the day quietly, with gentle guidance when it helps (portraits, group photos, those “what do I do with my hands?” moments), so you can stay present – and your photos bring you straight back to how it felt.
I’ve photographed weddings here across the year, and what I love most is how relaxed the day can feel without losing that sense of occasion – everything flows beautifully.
Why I Adore Photographing Weddings at Hawkstone Hall
My connection to Hawkstone Hall began before I even worked here. For our birthdays in July 2020, my mum and I treated ourselves to an afternoon tea in The Saloon and spent time exploring the gardens. We were lucky enough to be offered a private tour and I remember being completely enchanted by the natural light, elegant architecture, and peaceful surroundings.
Since then, I’ve returned as a wedding photographer to Hawkstone Hall many times, and every visit reminds me why it’s such a special place to host your wedding day. It has that sense of occasion, but it still feels unhurried and relaxed, which makes a huge difference to how your photos look (and how the day feels).
The Grounds: Romantic and Full of Possibility
While the gardens are expansive, they’re also full of charming, tucked-away corners. Perfect for intimate, relaxed portraits. Whether you’re wandering hand-in-hand past the statues, stealing a kiss beneath the trees, or soaking in golden hour light, the setting creates magic.
As someone who’s always on the lookout for quiet moments, I love using these little hideaways to photograph connection in a way that feels totally you.
The Interiors: Light-Filled and Cinematic
One of my favourite things about Hawkstone Hall? The floor-to-ceiling windows. Natural light pours into almost every room, creating soft, romantic backdrops for portraits, ceremonies, and candid moments with your guests.
Even on rainy days, there’s no shortage of beautiful spaces to photograph indoors – perfect for couples who want a stress-free experience no matter the weather.
The Ceremony: Saying “I Do” in the Chapel
The Chapel at Hawkstone Hall is one of the most impressive ceremony spaces in Shropshire. With high ceilings, intricate detailing, and an almost regal atmosphere, it’s made for unforgettable vows. I always make sure to capture both the big venue scenes, small details and the quiet glances that tell the story of your wedding.
Real Weddings at Hawkstone Hall
I’ve photographed weddings here, and each one has its own vibe – from garden cocktail hours to floating balloons on the dance floor.
Here’s what Claire and Greg had to say:
“It’s so true that the day goes by in such a whirlwind to the point where your photos have reminded me of times during the day that I had completely forgotten and not just that, I can’t even remember you captioning the moment! You are a genius!”
— Claire + Greg, Hawkstone Hall Wedding
Read on the blog about Claire and Greg’s Hawkstone Hall wedding.
Real Weddings, not Styled Shoots
If you’d like to see how a full Hawkstone Hall celebration could together, head to my Real Weddings galleries. Every photograph across my website was taken at a real wedding, as it actually unfolded.
On the rare occasion I share a styled shoot, I’ll always say so. Styled shoots are brilliant for inspiration, but the pace is completely different, and real weddings come with real timings, real emotion, and all the in-between moments you can’t plan.
If you can picture yourselves in my work, you can check availability here.
Planning a Hawkstone Hall Wedding?
If you’re planning a Hawkstone Hall wedding and you want your photos to feel natural and unforced, I’d love to hear what you’re putting together.
My approach is relaxed and quietly observant, with gentle guidance when it helps – so you can stay fully present while I capture the real moments (and all the in-between ones you didn’t even notice happening). Expect true-to-life colour, beautiful light, and portraits that still feel like you.
Click here to check my availability
Wedding Venue Details
Where is Hawkstone Hall?
Weston, Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Postcode: SY4 5UZ
Visit the Hawkstone Hall website
How many rooms are there?
There are 36 beautifully styled rooms available for wedding guests.
What do weddings cost at Hawkstone Hall?
You can find full pricing details on their wedding packages page.
Other venues you might like (if Hawkstone Hall is your vibe):
Each link includes real wedding stories, galleries and planning notes – so you can get a feel for the venue before you book.
- Walcot Hall wedding photography: Characterful rooms, lakes and woodland walks.
- Davenport House wedding photographer: Elegant Georgian home with light-filled spaces and a statement staircase.
- Rowton Castle wedding photography: Romantic castle setting with landscaped grounds and historic interiors.
- Iscoyd Park wedding photography: Georgian country house on the Shropshire border.
West Midlands venues I also feature:
- Hampton Manor wedding photographer: Arts and Crafts house with woodland and walled garden settings.
Welsh Wedding Venues I adore:
- Garthmyl Hall wedding photographer: Eclectic, design-led spaces and a beautiful walled garden.
Wedding planning resources
If you’re in the planning thick of it (or still deciding what matters most), here are a few practical reads from the blog – the kind that help things feel simpler, not more overwhelming:
Planning the flow
- https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/why-time-important-wedding-day/
- https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/best-advice-for-planning-a-wedding/
Photo moments made easy
- https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/do-need-group-photos-wedding/
- https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/tips-perfect-wedding-confetti-photos/
- https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/need-book-second-photographer-wedding/
Choosing your photographer
- https://lauramayphotography.co.uk/how-choose-your-wedding-photographer/
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