Lisa and James' magical autumn wedding at Wentworth Church and Rotherham Golf Club
Late November sunshine! Who could want more for their wedding? Lisa and James had the most beautiful of wedding days at three spectacular venues. The Rockingham Arms Hotel in Wentworth was the scene of an early start for the bride and bridesmaids with their fabulous hair and makeup artists - the low sunshine coming through the trees set up some lovely bridesmaid portraits. Off then to one of England's finest churches at Holy Trinity in Wentworth for a ceremony with a wonderful choral rendition of Ave Maria and some fun photos outside - check out the wild confetti shots in this blog - even the normal reserved James was smiling! The whole party was then moved to Rotherham Golf Club for a splendid meal and evening party. The grounds at Rotherham Gold Club were perfect for lots of evening light portraits. Thank you for inviting me to photograph you wedding, and I hope you enjoy the photographs as much as I enjoyed taking them.
Photography: Chris Loneragan Photography (me!)
The dress: Blessed Bridal
Flowers: Millies Floral Boutique
Makeup: Niomie Maiden
Hair: Natalie Gill
Suits: Bliss Bridal
Wedding car: Fairytale Wedding Cars
Videography: One Digital Image
Preparation location: The Rockingham Arms Hotel, Wentworth
Reception venue: Rotherham Golf Club
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Laura and Jason's inner city wedding
Remember remember the 5th of November! Laura and Jason will never forget their wonderful wedding day on bonfire night in Sheffield City Centre. The day was blessed with amazing weather and gorgeous autumn light from getting ready at St Paul's Mercure Hotel, through the beautiful ceremony at St Marie's Catholic Cathedral, until our little walk around the city centre capturing some beautiful bridal portraits in the city lights.
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park engagement shoot with Nicole and Mark
Autumn sun, golden leaves, cute couple. I'm really loving Autumn pre-wedding shoots this year, and I'm looking forward to photographing Nicole and Mark's Christmas wedding at Ringwood Hall in a couple of weeks - it's going to be awesome!
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Recommended wedding photographer for Kenwood Hall Hotel
Kenwood Hall Hotel is without doubt one of Sheffield's most prestigious wedding venues. From the glorious opulence of Kenwood House to the stunning grounds and lake there is an amazing backdrop for any wedding, and the staff are excellent and attentive to ensure every wedding is the perfect occasion for all wedding couples. I am honoured to be working with them as a preferred supplier and recommended photographer, and look forward to photographing many weddings there.
The stunning album featured in this post has a real oak cover with leather back and spine, and is available to view at Kenwood Hall.
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Amy and Scott's gorgeous autumn wedding at Ringwood Hall Hotel
Amy and Scott are one of those perfect couples that are meant to be together, something that was obvious when I first met them for a pre-wedding shoot at Surprise View in the Peak District. Their wedding can be summed up in three words - fun, romantic, and family. Fun was injected in barrel loads by the groomsmen, the romance was made by Scott and Amy and accentuated by Amy's stunning Essense of Australia dress, and they were surrounded by family from as far away as Australia. Ringwood Hall is always a wonderful place to shoot weddings at, and this one was no exception despite the added challenge of night falling a bit too early - but challenges are opportunities and I think the night time portraits of Scott and Amy have a beautiful painterly look about them. A perfect day was finished beautifully with a sparkler serenade under the big old oak tree. Thank you Amy and Scott for inviting me to share your special day with you, and I hope you enjoy the memories in these images.
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Katie and Michael's beautiful Ringwood Hall wedding
Katie and Michael are one of the loveliest and most genuine couples you would ever want to meet, and their warmth of personality really shows through in their wedding photographs.
Autumn at Ringwood Hall is a special time in the beautiful and extensive gardens. Trees bathed in golden light turn orange, brown and yellow. Low sun enhances every view. And people get married - well not quite at Ringwood Hall in this case as Katie and Michael did everything there apart from the wedding ceremony which they dashed back to St James Church in Norton for. This set of photographs tells the story of their day and I hope you enjoy looking at them as much as I enjoyed taking them.
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Adele and Andrew's golden sunset and fireworks wedding at Peak Edge Hotel
Adele and Andrew's wedding was full of surprises for the guests and photographer, the biggest of which was the spectacular firework grand finale. The nicest surprise though was reserved for the photographer in the form of beautiful evening light and a stunning sunset. A perfect day!
Beautiful evening light and fireworks wedding photography.
Venue: Peak Edge Hotel, Derbyshire.
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Megan and Andrew's classical English wedding at Ringwood Hall
Megan and Andrew were married in a beautifully English wedding at St James Church in Norton and Ringwood Hall Hotel. Megan looked absolutely stunning in her 1920s inspired vintage dress by New York Bride, and the classic English theme was perfectly accessorised by the groom's men's navy morning suits and the bridesmaid's gorgeous green dress. But that's enough of what everyone looked like, the emotions and characters of the day are always far more memorable, and there was certainly plenty of them! The outstanding character of the day award, if there was one, would go to the best man who gave one of the most entertaining speeches the guests had ever heard - just check out the emotions in this blog. The only downside to the day was that the weather was so wonderful, and Ringwood Hall's gardens are so beautiful, that the DJ would have been very bored had it not been for the few die hard ravers sweating through the tunes.
Church: St James, Norton
Reception venue: Ringwood Hall Hotel, Brampton
Dress: New York Bride
Flowers: Classy Weddings
Hair: Wesley (La Coupe, Sheffield)
Makeup: Becci (Monroe's, Dronfield)
Cars: Peak Wedding Hire
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Lisa and James engagement shoot in the autumn heather
I love the Peak District in its autumn colours, and I know I'm going to love photographing these two when they get married in a couple of weeks!
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Amy and Scott's pre-wedding shoot in the Peak District

A beautiful late summer evening in the glorious Peak District was the perfect setting for Amy and Scott's pre-wedding shoot. The scheduled hour was such fun with these two that almost two hours flew by without us noticing - and that was despite Amy and Scott having to get a train back to London. Capturing the 'click' between two people is one of the best parts of my job as a wedding photographer, and there is nothing but 'click' in these images. Watch out for their wedding photos in a few weeks - I can't wait to photograph this couple again.
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Charlotte and Luke's gorgeous wedding at Whirlowbrook Hall

July was a special month in Sheffield - amazing weather, Tramlines music festival, Cliffhanger outdoor festival, oh and Charlotte and Luke got married! This wedding was a festival of love, and when two people love each other like these two then nothing can stop them having the most perfect wedding day.
Whirlowbrook Hall is a gem of a venue with it's rolling parkland and Georgian interiors. Charlotte got ready in the Sycamore room with her four bridesmaids and best friends since childhood. When the time came for Charlotte's dad to see her there was a definite tear in his eye. Off in a vintage roller to St John's Church in Ranmoor and a beautiful ceremony in what is probably one of Sheffield most stunning churches. Ceremony, confetti, and some beautiful doorway portraits of the newly weds all done and it was time for drinks and canapés back at Whirlowbrook. After the wedding breakfast and speeches, I joined Charlotte and Luke for a short walk to capture some intimate moments in the grounds before they returned to their guests and the party which by now was in full swing. It was a wonderful day and I was made to feel like one of the guests, so I would like to thank Charlotte and Luke for inviting me to share their special day.
Venue: Whirlowbrook Hall
Dress: Emily Bridal Wear
Flowers: Sarah's Florist
Hair: Danielle Cheston
Makeup: Sam Holloway
Car: American Pie Limousines
Photography: Chris Loneragan Photography (me)
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Erin and Jodi's wedding love story at Kenwood Hall
Two beautiful brides, a lovely hotel, and summer weather at its best! Erin and Jodi's wedding day at Kenwood Hall was one of the most romantic weddings I have photographed. Erin's attention to detail, artistic colour coordination, and makeup artistry was just the start of a day made eternally special by her and Jodi's families and friends. The grounds of Kenwood Hall are spectacular and provide the perfect setting for some stunning wedding photography. I loved taking every picture, but my personal favourites are the pre-Raphaelite portraits in the woods. I want to thank Erin and Jodi for inviting me to share their special day, and I hope you enjoy the blog - the love between these two is evident in every picture.
Erin's Dress: Wed2b
Jodi's Suit: A Suit That Fits
Makeup: Erin Nina
Venue: Kenwood Hall Hotel Sheffield
Florist: Monica Hewitt
DJ: Darren Fiddler
Cars: Cupid's Carriages
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Jennie and Mark's fun fun fun wedding at Wortley Hall
You can tell a lot about a couple at the first meeting. Some couples invite you to their homes, some choose cafes and nice coffee, Jennie and Mark chose a pub and a pint! They turned out to be one of the most fun, sociable and genuinely down to earth couples I have ever worked with, and I think it shows through in the fun and emotional photos from their wedding day. Wortley Hall is a great venue for a wedding photographer and Jennie and Mark are a great couple so sit back and enjoy this selection of images from their wedding.
Harriett and Chris' glamorous wedding at Kenwood Hall
Stunning, beautiful, fun and full of excitement from bridal preparation through to the first dance. It was a complete privilege to photograph Harriett and Chris' wedding at Kenwood Hall last month.
The day started with bridal preparation at Harriett's nan's house. The girls had a lovely time that not even a stuck door, with the wedding dress on the wrong side, could spoil thanks to Harriett's dad's skills with a well timed shoulder barge. Then it was off to St Joseph's RC church in Handsworth for a traditional catholic ceremony in a stunning church, followed by a good dumping of confetti over the happy newly weds. Kenwood Hall was the wedding breakfast and party venue, and as we got there the heavens opened. It took a very well timed and slightly risky dash to the grounds for a portrait session, but Harriet managed to look radiant despite the rain and the wedding party and toast master were on hand with lots of umbrellas to keep her dry. Speeches done, cigars smoked, and then it was time for the cake causing and first dance. Harriet and Chris are a beautiful couple and I wish them every happiness with married life.
Amy and Jonathan's intimate wedding at Baslow Hall
Amy and Jonathan are one of the nicest couples you could wish to meet, and I had a wonderful day photographing their wedding at the stunning Baslow Hall.
The theme for the day was simple and intimate, something Baslow Hall is extremely well suited to. However Amy ensured the attention was on her with her stunning fifties dress, and Jonathan livened things up with his blue striped linen suit and bow tie.
The day started with some reportage shots of Amy getting ready with her sister and niece, before moving to Baslow Hall to capture the guests happily chatting with Jonathan. A quick trip outside produced some cool images of Jonathan just before Amy arrived to accept his hand in a ceremony filled with love and humour. A few drinks, a brilliant confetti shot, and it was off to the woods for some romantic images of the married couple. Some more shots of the guests, a beautiful meal, and then all too quick it was time to say congratulations and goodbye. Thank you to Jonathan and Amy for inviting me to be part of your special day.
Charlotte and Luke's pre-wedding shoot at Padley Gorge
Another beautiful pre-wedding shoot at Padley Gorge, one of my favourite locations in the Peak District. It's only a few weeks to Charlotte and Luke's wedding and I can't wait to photograph them again.
Kristina and Alasdair's transatlantic love story at Mosborough Hall
This was the perfect transatlantic love story, and a lesson in how to keep a long distance relationship alive. Kristina braved the chilly sunshine of springtime Yorkshire - a stark contrast to the sweltering heat of southern California - to marry Alasdair in a beautiful ceremony at Holy Trinity Church in Harthill. Kris's day began in a hair salon with her sister, bridesmaids, and Al's mum. From there it was off to Mosborough Hall to finish getting ready before travelling in Rolls Royce luxury to Harthill. Fortunately this was the only rainy part of the day, and the return to Mosborough Hall for the reception was greeted with warm sunshine. Mosborough Hall has some wonderful photo opportunities and once the group photos were over we took full advantage of them. On next to the wedding breakfast, cake cutting and speeches before a few more photos in the dark, and finishing with a cracking disco. A perfect wedding!
Photography: Chris Loneragan Photography
Flowers: Julie at First 4 Flowers
Hair: Gillian at Another Level
Make up: Klair Whitworth
Cars: Cupid Carriages
Children's photo shoots
My daughter is the perfect in-house photoshoot model, and always gets put in front of the camera when trying out new studio gear. The rustic background is such a refreshing change from plain old white and black studio backgrounds. If you fancy a studio shoot for your own children get in touch via the enquiry page.
Jess and Craig's Easter wedding
If you want dramatic wedding photography then you need to invite a storm, and Storm Katie turned up at just the right moment. Jess and Craig's wedding on Easter Sunday at Peak Edge Hotel was a beautiful day filled with fun, romance, hail stones, dark clouds, and brilliant sunshine. Even with the storm, Jess's spring flowers and the men's blue suits made sure there were never really any dark moments at all.
Fine art and documentary wedding photography by Chris Loneragan LSWPP
Jess and Craig's Valentine's Day pre-wedding shoot at Padley Gorge
Jess and Craig decided to make Valentine's Day something extra special this year. They had their engagement shoot in the snow at Padley Gorge in the Peak District, but there is so much warmth between them that I was the only frozen one (Jess's wellies helped warm the day up too). I am really looking forward to photographing their wedding on Easter Sunday.
Fine art and documentary wedding photography by Chris Loneragan LSWPP
What an achievement....
Today I am celebrating a massive personal achievement in my photography career as I have just received my Licentiate qualification from the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers.
Gemma and James engagement shoot at Locke Park in Barnsley
Gemma and James were the winners of an engagement shoot competition I ran last year. After several rained off attempts, we finally got out to Locke Park in Barnsley for a fun hour with the happy couple and their dogs. The wedding is booked for August 2017 and I cannot wait to photograph these lovely people again
Award winning Yorkshire wedding photography from 2015
My favourite images from 2015. Enjoy!
A big thank you to the following venues:
Ringwood Hall Hotel, Chesterfield
The Leopold Hotel, Sheffield
Whitley Hall Hotel, Sheffield
Wortley Hall Hotel, Penistone
Kenwood Hall Hotel, Sheffield
Halifax Hall Hotel, Sheffield
Hilton Hotel, Sheffield
Garrison Hotel, Sheffield
Totley and Dore Golf Club, Sheffield
The Wig and Pen, Sheffield
Peak Edge Hotel at The Red Lion, Chesterfield
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