Arundel Town Hall Wedding Photography and Burlington Hotel Worthing

“Daren photographed our August 2026 wedding. We could not be happier with the way he captured the day. Not only is he a fantastic photographer, he was personal and warm, fitting in fantastically as we went about the day. He was very attentive throughout the process, diligently replying to emails and meeting with us in person to discuss everything. Thank you so much!”

Alex & Josh began their wedding day getting ready at home, with both enjoying the excitement and anticipation of the morning ahead. I had the pleasure of photographing both Alex and Josh during their preparations, capturing those special moments with family and friends before they made their way to Arundel for their wedding ceremony.

They chose to hold their ceremony at Arundel Town Hall, in the medieval town of Arundel, West Sussex. Arundel is perhaps best known for its magical castle, but the Town Hall has a magic all of its own.

The foyer, with its Gothic archways and stone pillars, provided a wonderful backdrop for photographing Alex and her bridesmaids as they arrived. Alex then made her way up the beautiful sweeping stone staircase before making her impressive entrance into the magnificent Atherley Chamber to meet Josh.

The Atherley Chamber is a wonderfully dramatic setting, featuring gold-painted cornices, imposing Gothic doorways and vibrant, richly coloured artwork. Its large south-facing windows provide beautiful natural light, while the impressive gas chandelier, centrally positioned within the room and featuring in many of Alex and Josh's ceremony photographs, is said to be the last working gas chandelier of its kind in the world.

The ceremony was beautiful, with both Alex and Josh overcome with emotion. There were plenty of smiles, a few tears and some lovely moments that made their ceremony so special.

Following the ceremony, the wedding party headed out onto the terrace to enjoy the summer sunshine, share in the celebrations and take some lovely family wedding portraits.

Alex and Josh had arranged a wonderful vintage green double-decker bus to transport their guests to and from Worthing. Their wedding reception took place at the Burlington Hotel, overlooking the Worthing seafront. Its fantastic coastal location provided the perfect opportunity for some relaxed bride and groom portraits on the beach, with Worthing Pier making a lovely backdrop.

"I absolutely loved being part of Alex and Josh's wedding day. From capturing their individual preparations at home to the beautiful surroundings of Arundel Town Hall and the relaxed seaside celebrations in Worthing, it was a real pleasure to document their day and capture so many special moments and memories for them. A wonderful day from beginning to end!"

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Coast Cafe - Worthing - Sussex

The wonderful Leigh and Robin chose Coast Café on Worthing beachfront for their special day, drawn to its laid-back atmosphere, sweeping coastal views and the calm, romantic feeling that makes a seaside wedding so special.

With the beach right on the doorstep and the beautiful Sussex coastline as a backdrop, Coast Café is a lovely choice for couples looking for something a little different from a traditional wedding venue. Its relaxed setting offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate with family and friends while enjoying the fresh sea air and the charm of Worthing’s seafront.

I love photographing weddings that reflect a couple’s personalities, and a seaside setting like this really lent itself to Leigh & Robin. Whether it’s those special moments shared between the newlyweds, laughter with family and friends or simply taking a little time together by the sea, there are so many opportunities to capture genuine memories.

Leigh and Robin were an absolute pleasure, and I’m so grateful they chose me to document their wedding day. It means so much when couples connect with my work and trust me to capture their memories in my own creative style.

Kind words from Leigh & Robin

“If you are looking to capture your special day you could not be in better hands. We have recently just got married and had no hesitation in using Daren from the very first meeting we had with him and seeing the quality of his work on his website. His passion and creativity is second to none and we are truly blown away with everything you have done. Thank you for being so truly amazing and capturing our special day, we simply could not have chosen anyone any better, you are simply the best. It goes without saying we will be recommending you to as many people as we can, best regards Robin and Leigh x”

Thank you, Leigh and Robin, for your lovely words and for trusting me to capture such a special chapter in your lives. It was a pleasure to be part of your celebrations, and I wish you both a lifetime of love, laughter and happy memories! x

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Highley Manor - Balcombe - Sussex

In July, I had the pleasure of photographing Yanna and Daniel’s beautiful wedding at Highley Manor, a charming country house nestled in the Sussex countryside near Balcombe and Haywards Heath. With its rich history, elegant architecture and beautiful gardens, it provided a wonderful backdrop for their special day.

Highley Manor has a fascinating past, with historic connections to the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and a role during the Second World War. Today, this beautifully restored country house is dedicated to hosting weddings, surrounded by landscaped gardens and lovely views across the Sussex countryside. It’s easy to see why Yanna and Daniel fell in love with this characterful venue.

Their outdoor ceremony took place beneath the romantic wooden pavilion, which was beautifully decorated with vibrant, rainbow-coloured wildflowers arranged by Karen from Blossom and Bee Floristry. The colourful flowers brought a wonderful sense of joy to the setting, while bubble confetti added a little extra magic as the newlyweds celebrated together.

Although the weather was slightly overcast, nature provided its own splash of colour. The striking yellow butterweed scattered across the surrounding fields created a beautiful contrast with the rainbow hues of the flowers, giving us some fantastic opportunities for colourful, natural wedding photographs.

Yanna and Daniel had booked me to photograph their wedding through to the reception, choosing to keep their evening celebrations more intimate, with just their family and closest friends. I love that every couple can shape their wedding day around what matters most to them, and shorter photography coverage can be a wonderful option for those who want to capture the key moments without having a photographer present throughout the entire day.

It was a real pleasure to capture Yanna and Daniel’s wedding, from their heartfelt ceremony to the little details that made the day uniquely theirs. The combination of Highley Manor’s beautiful surroundings, the vibrant flowers and those lovely bubbles made for a wonderful collection of photographs.

Kind words from Yanna & Daniel

“Thank you so much for the beautiful photos and for capturing our day—we absolutely love them! The bubble shots came out perfectly, and the yellow flowers added such a vibrant touch.”

Thank you, Yanna and Daniel, for trusting me to capture your special day. I’m delighted that you love your photographs and that the little details, from the bubbles to the beautiful yellow flowers, brought your wedding memories to life!

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