A bride and groom walking hand in hand on a paved path towards a dark, patterned building with white decorative elements, surrounded by greenery.

Samlesbury Hall Wedding

Caroline & Josh’s wedding at Samlesbury Hall was an absolute vibe. This place is steeped in history—stone walls, timber beams, and all the character you could ask for—and it made for a seriously epic backdrop. From the get-go, the day had this effortless energy: calm, relaxed, and full of little moments that felt completely them.

Caroline was looking amazing, every detail nailed but never overdone, while Josh had that quietly excited energy that made you smile just watching him. I love those pre-ceremony snippets—the moments no one’s expecting you to capture but somehow say everything about the day—and there were plenty here.

The grounds and interiors at Samlesbury Hall were made for wandering. We grabbed a few shots outside on the lawns and then sneaked into those dramatic old rooms with light streaming through ancient windows. It’s that mix of history and modern energy that I live for in weddings—old stone, new laughs.

Inside the Great Hall, the vibe stayed casual but electric. Guests mingled, danced, toasted, and all the while Caroline & Josh just soaked it up. My job? Blend in, stay invisible, and catch those unscripted, real moments. And honestly, that’s where the best images come from.

This day was a perfect reminder of why I love shooting weddings like this—stylish but relaxed, characterful but real. Caroline & Josh brought the energy and Samlesbury Hall brought the amazing backdrop.

Ribble Valley Wedding Photographer

A newly married couple walking joyfully through a confetti shower while guests celebrate in front of a black and white patterned building.
A group of people attending a conference or event, with some laughing and smiling, in a crowded indoor setting.
A group of people celebrating indoors, with a woman in a white dress singing or shouting joyfully, surrounded by others who are smiling and raising their hands.
A bride and groom kissing outdoors, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet of flowers.
A bride and groom standing closely together on a paved garden trail, surrounded by lush greenery and colorful flowers, sharing an intimate moment.
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A large formal gathering in a decorated hall with chandelier and string lights, filled with people seated at round tables enjoying a meal during an event or celebration.
A woman with long, wavy auburn hair wearing a floral headband and a floral robe, putting on an earring in her left ear.
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Four women at a celebration, wearing party accessories like unicorn horn headband and holding paper cutouts of mouths, posing with inflatable unicorns at a party.
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A woman with glasses and dark hair dancing with her arm raised, smiling, surrounded by men dancing and smiling at a lively indoor celebration or party.
A couple shares a tender moment, touching foreheads and smiling, in an outdoor setting with greenery in the background.
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A young boy aiming a bow and arrow at a wedding reception outdoors, with guests mingling in the background near a Tudor-style building.
A man in a light gray blazer and purple tie stands next to a woman in a blush pink dress at an outdoor celebration, both holding champagne glasses and smiling. The woman has dark, curly hair and is holding a bouquet of flowers.
A woman wearing a unicorn headband with pink ears and a white horn, smiling and pointing while holding a glass of beer, in a social gathering setting.
Three men wearing suits celebrating with raised fists at an indoor event, with dark background and deer head wall decor.
A man with a beard, wearing a beige suit with a white shirt and a floral tie, stands smiling in front of a wooden door surrounded by a black, ornate, Gothic-style frame. The setting appears to be outdoors. The man has his hands in his pockets.
A bride in a floral wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing in front of a large mirror, smiling.
A couple sharing a kiss at their wedding ceremony in a rustic venue decorated with hanging lights and floral arrangements, surrounded by seated guests clapping and smiling.
Group of people dancing and celebrating indoors.
A woman with long red hair, wearing a white dress and a floral headband, smiles while speaking into a microphone at a celebration or ceremony, with two men seated in front of her, and a painting visible on the wall behind.
A groom with a beard and dressed in a light-colored suit, standing at an indoor wedding ceremony, smiling and looking at someone. Guests are seated in the background.
Couple holding hands and walking outdoors on a paved path surrounded by trees and greenery, with the woman looking back and smiling at the camera.
A woman with long, curly red hair dancing at a celebration, wearing a white off-shoulder dress, with a man and other guests in the background.

If you are searching for a creative wedding photographer for your Samlesbury Hall Wedding in Preston or another awesome venue in Lancashire, contact me!