From Essex & Maldon wedding photographer. A black and white landscape photograph of a view over Bradwell Road and Maldon Road looking towards Southminster. From Highfields wedding venue in Bradwell-on-Sea.

Maldon & Dengie Wedding Photographer

The Maldon area & the Dengie Peninsula.
Almost an island.

For a rural wedding in a part of Essex rich with history and nature.

There is so much to say about this area of Essex, especially considering that this county is often misunderstood. From the stark, breathtaking wilderness of the farthest-reaching salt marshes, which hold the status of an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,’ to the rich historical landmarks, there’s a wealth of interesting details to explore.

Bride and groom with one of their dogs in their garden near Maldon in Essex.

One notable example is the Chapel of St. Peter-on-the-Wall in Bradwell-on-Sea, dating back to 654 AD, which makes it one of the oldest Christian churches in England. It’s a fascinating piece of our local history, and it’s definitely worth mentioning on our website.
Additionally, you can find a write-up about this historic chapel in a blog post by Gillian Darley on The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings’ website.

Anyway, I should be focusing on my Maldon wedding photography, so let’s get back on track. There’s another church in Bradwell-on-Sea where I’ve had the pleasure of photographing weddings.

Just a short distance away, there’s a new venue called Highfield, which recently opened its doors. I had the honour of photographing the owners’ wedding many years ago, and I’m looking forward to the weddings I have booked in the coming years.Highfield offers rare views over the River Blackwater, which is famous for being the home of Radio Caroline. This makes it a truly unique venue in Essex.

I live right on the border of the Dengie area in South Woodham Ferrers by the River Crouch. Maldon is just 20 minutes away and North Fambridge just down the road, both filming locations for The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry on Apple TV+.

My documentary wedding photography style seems to suit these very relaxed weddings out in the country, in small rural churches, on vineyards, and farms.
And followed up by the most amazing parties!

  • Two bridesmaids cross the road outside St Peter's Church in Great Totham. A blonde bridesmaid is laughing, they are wearing navy blue long dresses.
  • A woman at a wedding crouches down to fuss two dogs. The wedding is in Essex.
  • Scenes from St Peter's Church near Maldon. There are children smiling in the pews.
  • Bride putting on shoes with help from her sister
  • Wedding at The Church of St Mary & St Margaret in Stow Maries, near South Woodham Ferrers. Guests chat while bride, illuminated by sunlight, looks at camera. She wears a bespoke long lace wedding dress with sleeves by Louise Sullivan (Louise Bridal) dressmaker.
  • Groomsmen in the The Green Man Inn in Bradwell-on-Sea. One man is drinking a pint, the other is fixing his buttonhole, which is made of ears of wheat. They have sunglasses on their heads.
  • A bride is sat in the window of the Purleigh Bell in Essex looking out of the window. She is wearing a Galia Lahav dress. The groom is sat opposite his new wife and is drinking a pint.
  • A bride wearing Miss Bush greets her dog in the garden.
  • A transparent marquee surrounded by trees on the morning of a wedding. In a garden in Stow Maries near South Woodham Ferrers.
  • Essex wedding photography testimonial picture. The bride is in a field looking back at the camera and smiling. A wedding marquee is in the distance.
  • People leaving the church after a wedding walk across Woodham Road in Stow Maries. It's a sunny day and they cast shadows on the road.
  • Newly married couple smiling in front of some birch trees at home in Maldon. Bride is wearing Miss Bush.
A smiling bride with long dark hair walks down the gravel path to the All Saints church in Purleigh Essex.

Bride arriving at the All Saints Church, Purleigh for her wedding.

Planning a

Dengie Wedding?

I live in South Woodham Ferrers and have been capturing weddings both locally and throughout the UK for the past fourteen years.

During this time, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with numerous outstanding wedding suppliers.

If you visit my pricing page, you’ll find a list of recommended suppliers to help you with your wedding plans.

Pricing
The white bridge over the pond at High House wedding venue in Althorne near South Woodham Ferrers, with sunlight streaming through the trees. High House Weddings Old Heath Road, Althorne, Essex, CM3 6EW

High House Wedding Venue

Althorne

The number of vineyards in Essex, particularly in the Crouch Valley, has surged in recent years. Neighbouring one of these vineyards is the High House wedding venue in Althorne.

It’s already a beautiful venue, known for its bridge over the tree-lined pond and the views of the Essex countryside. But they have exciting plans for the future, including new accommodation, a bar, and a wedding orangery. I look forward to seeing the venue evolve over the coming year!

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Bride and groom holding hands during their wedding ceremony outdoors under the thatched gazebo. Essex registrar in the background. Green foliage decorating the pergola framing them. Bride wearing a lace dress by Demetrios J’Adore Bridal Wear. Groom wearing Moss herringbone tweed waistcoat and jacket in sage. Samantha May Floristry. High House Weddings, Old Heath Rd, Althorne, Chelmsford CM3 6EW.