A Small, Intimate Wedding with Heart

Choosing a small, intimate wedding is often about intention. It’s about letting go of expectations and creating a day that reflects who you are, not what tradition says you should do.

Cat and John’s wedding was centred entirely around togetherness. Every guest played a meaningful role in their story, and every moment felt shared rather than observed. This wasn’t a performance, it was a gathering of people who love one another, coming together to celebrate the joining of two lives.

These are the weddings where emotion runs deep and connections are felt in every glance, smile, and quiet moment.

A Thoughtful Ceremony at Arnot Hill House

The ceremony took place within the elegant yet welcoming surroundings of Arnot Hill House. Its historic character offered a beautiful backdrop without overwhelming the intimacy of the day.

There was a calmness to the ceremony, a softness that comes when a couple feels truly supported by the people around them. The focus wasn’t on formality or tradition, but on meaning. On promises spoken in front of those who know them best. On the merging of families, friendships, and futures.

It was a moment that felt deeply grounded, emotional, and real.

A Wedding That Reflected Their Family

One of the most special aspects of Cat and John’s day was how fully it reflected their family as it already exists.

Their gorgeous little girl was at the heart of the celebration, not on the sidelines, but woven naturally into the day. The moments shared between the three of them were tender, joyful, and full of quiet significance, highlighting that this wedding wasn’t just about two people, but about a family.

Their dog also made an appearance for a few relaxed photographs, a small but meaningful detail that added warmth and personality to the story. Including children and pets in wedding days like this only deepens the sense of authenticity and connection.

A Relaxed Wedding Reception at Taquero, Nottingham

After the ceremony, celebrations continued at Taquero, where the atmosphere was relaxed, joyful, and completely unforced.

The reception was centred around non stop, delicious Mexican food and drinks, shared generously between close friends and family. Plates were passed, glasses were raised, conversations flowed, and laughter filled the space.

There were no rigid timelines or formal traditions, just people coming together to eat well, drink well, and celebrate the joining of two worlds. It was exactly what an intimate wedding reception should be: warm, communal, and full of life.

The Beauty of Intimate Weddings

Small weddings often carry a depth that larger celebrations struggle to match. With fewer people, there’s more time for real interaction. More opportunity for meaningful conversation. More space for emotion to unfold naturally.

Cat and John’s wedding was a reminder that intimacy isn’t about scale, it’s about connection. About creating a day where everyone present feels included, valued, and part of the story.

These are the weddings where memories linger long after the day ends.

Documentary Wedding Photography for Small Weddings

My approach to wedding photography is relaxed, documentary, and connection focused, which makes it a perfect fit for small, intimate weddings like this one.

Rather than directing or staging moments, I allow the day to unfold naturally, capturing:

• Genuine interactions between loved ones

• Quiet, emotional moments

• Children being themselves

• Pets as part of the family

• Shared meals, laughter, and connection

The result is a collection of images that feel honest, timeless, and deeply personal.

Planning an Intimate Wedding in Nottingham?

If you’re planning a small or intimate wedding in Nottingham, whether at Arnot Hill House, a restaurant reception, or somewhere completely unique to you, I’d love to hear about it.

Your wedding doesn’t need a long guest list to be meaningful.

It just needs to reflect your lives, your people, and your love.

Intimate weddings create space for real stories — and those are always my favourite ones to tell.