Welcome to The Wedding Guide — a helpful planning space for couples getting married in the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Bristol and further afield.

After photographing weddings across Cheltenham, the wider Cotswolds, the South West and beyond for nearly two decades, I’ve seen what works beautifully, what creates unnecessary stress, and the small decisions that make a big difference to how your day actually feels.

Inside, you’ll find practical advice tailored to local venues, unpredictable UK weather (because… obviously), timelines that flow naturally, and tips to help you enjoy your wedding rather than manage it. It’s real guidance from someone who has quietly documented hundreds of weddings — watching each story unfold naturally wherever it’s held.

Have a read, take what helps, and use it to shape a wedding day that feels relaxed, personal and completely yours — whether that’s in the heart of the Cotswolds or somewhere a further afield.