Wedding guests, including a bride holding a bouquet, walking along a pathway beside Normanton Church, Rutland Water

Normanton Church wedding Photography

THE IDEAL SETTING FOR YOUR UNFORGETTABLE CEREMONY.

Normanton Church is one of Rutland’s most iconic places to marry, a small church sitting out on the edge of Rutland Water with sky, stone and water in every direction.

I offer Normanton Church wedding photography for couples planning intimate, ceremony centred weddings at this beautiful Rutland venue. It is a setting that combines natural beauty with a sense of history, which makes it a special place to say your vows and to photograph.

The church’s architecture, perched on the water’s edge, gives you a dramatic backdrop outside and an intimate, atmospheric space inside. Surrounded by calm water and wide views, Normanton Church is perfect if you are drawn to a romantic and very recognisable setting.

Every time I photograph a wedding at Normanton Church I am reminded how unique it is, and I fall a little more in love with what it offers.

  • Khalid & Marie, Normanton church

    We are so grateful we had Gina photograph our wedding. She took such incredible care over something so precious and has given us photographs that will stand the test of time.

    Beyond the photographs, Gina brought so much warmth and joy to the day. She made everyone smile, especially us, with her kind, vibrant presence. We will never forget how much she added to our wedding.

  • Jo & Zoltan, Normanton church

    The moment we met Gina we knew she was our photographer. On the day she was both invisible and incredible, exactly what we wanted with candid photographs, and she delivered on all of it.

    There are photographs of everyone at their best and it genuinely felt like having another guest in the room rather than ‘working with a photographer’.

  • Harriet & Nathan, Rutland

    Gina was the perfect addition to our day, she completely understood the vibe, read the room and created such a great atmosphere.

    Our photographs are stunning, but what feels most special is looking back and seeing such an honest reflection of the day, remembering each moment as it was.

    So many of our guests commented on how brilliant she was and it genuinely felt like the stars aligned for us to be able to book her.

While you Live the moments, I document them

THE DETAILS, THE PEOPLE, AND THE PLACE AS IT UNFOLDS

Photographing weddings at Normanton Church regularly means I know the setting well. That familiarity lets me work quietly and efficiently, adapting to the pace of the ceremony so you can stay present without worrying about the camera.

I know where the light falls inside, how the space feels when guests arrive and the best spots outside for natural portraits that make the most of the views. That means I can capture what matters quickly and unobtrusively, so you can spend more time with your people and less time being arranged.

My approach is documentary led, paying attention to the atmosphere, the small gestures and the way the day moves, with gentle guidance only when it genuinely helps.

Weddings at Normanton Church, Rutland Water

  • Normanton Church only offers a place to have your ceremony. Many opt to get ready at home or nearby in an air BnB or at the wedding reception venue. You can see reception venue options below.

  • Ceremonies at Normanton Church offer a truly unique and unforgettable experience. When getting married, you have exclusive use for the area during your time slot. Guests are welcomed into the tranquil surroundings, where they can enjoy the serene beauty of the water before entering the church for the ceremony. You can opt for registars or celebrants for your ceremony - though its a church, it is a deconsecrated church, so the services are not religious.

  • Normanton Church is a place to have your ceremony only. You can continue celebrations at the following nearby venues:

    Normanton Park Gardens

    Whitwell at Rutland Water

    Barnsdale: The Barnsdale Barns, Barnsdale Gardens

    Hambleton: The Finch’s Arms, Halfmoon Farm

    Exton: Exton Estates

    Uppingham: No23, The Falcon

    Stamford: William Cecil, Stamford Arts Centre,

  • The Rutland Belle offers a scenic cruise for weddings to take after your Normanton Church ceremony. It’s a great way to take in more of Rutland Water and a unique wedding experience that will wow your guests.

A man in a suit with a boutonniere and a woman in a white wedding dress holding shoes and a small bag, outdoors in sunlight. Normanton Church, Rutland Water

Normanton Church Wedding Photography £750*

Normanton Church lends itself naturally to intimate, ceremony focused weddings. From photographing many weddings there over the years, I know that couples often want the moment documented with care, without extending into a full day structure.

For that reason, I offer limited focused coverage option specifically for weddings at Normanton Church.

This coverage is designed for couples who want the arrivals, ceremony, a small number of group photographs, and a short portrait session, all documented calmly and unobtrusively. This real wedding showcases what two hour coverage at Normanton Church looks like: Intimate Wedding at Normanton Church.

Coverage includes: 

~ARRIVAL & CEREMONY COVERAGE

~GROUP PHOTOGRAPHS & PORTRAITS OF THE TWO OF YOU

~A CURATED SELECTION OF CAREFULLY EDITED IMAGES

~PRIVATE ONLINE GALLERY FOR VIEWING & DOWNLOADING

*This option is available only for ‘ceremony focused’ coverage taking place at Normanton Church. Availability is limited each year. Coverage cannot be extended.

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Choosing your Normanton Church wedding photographer.

Choosing a wedding photographer is about more than the work. You need to feel at ease with the person who will be in the room as you say your vows.

Once you get in touch to check availability, we can arrange a relaxed Zoom call to talk through your plans, how Normanton Church fits into the day and the atmosphere you are wanting to be documented.

If you are planning a full wedding day following a ceremony at Normanton Church, full day coverage can be included as part of my usual wedding photography options. For an overview of investment and what is included, you can view my pricing page, then we can talk through the details together.

I know the venue inside and out, allowing me to capture stunning, natural moments quickly and effortlessly so you can party without posing.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom outdoors, smiling and laughing. Hambleton Hall, Hambleton, Rutland