Esme & George’s Holmewood Hall Wedding – Music, Sunshine & a Surprise Dance Routine


Every so often, a wedding comes along that reminds me—again—how lucky I am to do what I do. Esme & George’s wedding at Holmewood Hall in August was exactly that. They’re young, full of life, effortlessly photogenic (though they’d never admit it), and genuinely two of the kindest people you could hope to meet. And, like so many of the couples I’ve worked with, they made me feel like a friend with a camera—not just a photographer.


The day? A dream. Blue skies, sunshine, and that golden glow that makes everything feel just a little more magical. Holmewood Hall looked as beautiful as ever, and the atmosphere was buzzing with energy, joy, and the kind of relaxed laughter that only happens when people feel completely at ease. There were stand-out moments: a groomsman stepping up to play and sing the first dance live, filling the room with a mix of nerves and pure emotion. And just when everyone thought they’d seen it all, Esme and her bridesmaids broke into a surprise dance routine that had the whole place cheering. It wasn’t just a wedding—it was a day full of heart, music, sunshine, and joy shared between good people. And honestly, that’s all you ever need. Esme & George, thank you. For being brilliant. For letting me in. And for making this one to remember.

Holmewood Hall a stately red brick Victorian mansion with gabled windows and dormer sits behind a manicured lawn on a sunny day.
Elegant wedding ceremony at Holmewood Hall with white chairs and pink walls illuminated by crystal chandeliers and natural light.
Elegant wedding reception at Holmewood Hall with crystal chandeliers and round tables set with white linens and classic table settings.
Two women in matching pink robes share a laugh while holding drinks during a wedding preparation moment.
Woman in white silk robe smiles while getting ready in elegant dressing room with mirror.
Smiling bride at Holmewood Hall wearing a white robe stands by a window with gold curtains in a bridal prep setting.
Makeup artist applying cosmetics to a client wearing a white robe during wedding preparations.
Two people in white robes share a celebratory moment with champagne during wedding preparation.
A person in a white robe smiles while holding champagne with blue bridesmaid dresses visible in the background.
Group wearing matching white robes gather for a celebratory moment during wedding preparation.
A person in a navy blue suit and tie stands pensively in an elegant room with a fireplace and soft lighting.
A wedding party group walks along a gravel path while wearing navy suits with a young ring bearer in suspenders and shorts.
Ethereal morning scene with someone in a white robe by a window framed with lush green vines.
Bridesmaids in light blue dresses help adjust the flowing white wedding gown in an elegant room at Holmewood Hall, Peterborough.
Bride in elegant white gown with illusion neckline holds cascading bouquet of white roses by sunny window with ivy.
A bride in a white lace wedding gown holds a cascading white floral bouquet near sunlit windows and cream curtains.
A tender moment at a wedding as a bride in a white lace gown shares a special moment with someone special.
Bride and her father descends grand wooden staircase at Holmewood Hall with red carpet and chandelier in vintage mansion interior.
A wedding ceremony at Holmewood Hall takes place in an elegant room with white chairs and floral arrangements by a fireplace.
A wedding venue interior with hardwood floors, mirrors, and floral arrangements as attendees gather before the ceremony.
Two young figures in traditional attire sit in a doorway while wedding guests gather in a bright indoor venue.
A wedding party member in a flowing blue gown walks down the aisle during a ceremony surrounded by guests.
An elegant wedding ceremony processional in a bright room at Holmewood Hall with white chairs and decorative floral arrangements.
A black and white photo capturing an intimate moment during a wedding ceremony in a bright indoor venue.
A bride and groom share a joyful moment during their wedding ceremony in an elegant indoor venue.
A couple exchanges rings during their wedding ceremony while guests look on in a bright, elegant venue.
A wedding ceremony at Holmewood Hall takes place in an elegant room with ornate ceiling details and white chairs lining the aisle.
Wedding ceremony participants gather around a decorated table during the marriage signing in an elegant hall.
A bride and groom walk down the church aisle lined with guests, as natural light fills the ceremony space.
Guests gather outdoors at a rustic wedding celebration as newlyweds celebrate under clear skies and string lights.
A wedding couple stands together on dried grass in front of a grand red brick Victorian mansion on a summer day.
A wedding celebration outside Holmewood Hall a grand Victorian red brick manor house with guests gathered on the grounds.
A large Victorian red brick mansion of Holmewood Hall with guests gathered outside on the lawn on a sunny summer day.
Wedding party members share a candid moment outdoors with elegant white floral bouquet arrangements.
Wedding guests laughing and holding drinks at an outdoor garden reception with flowers and brick backdrop.
Wedding guests in elegant floral dresses and fancy hats sharing a joyful moment at an outdoor celebration.
Wedding ceremony attendees exchange rings outdoors on a sunny day surrounded by floral arrangements.
Wedding celebration with guests enjoying drinks and laughter at an outdoor garden reception.
A wedding party in dusty blue bridesmaid dresses and white bridal gown pose together holding floral bouquets.
Wedding party poses outdoors at Holmewood Hall in elegant attire with bridesmaids in light blue dresses and groomsmen in dark suits.
Couple in wedding attire laughing together outdoors while holding elegant white and green floral bouquet.
Newlyweds share a joyful moment outdoors with the bride holding a bouquet of white flowers.
A joyful wedding couple laughing together outdoors while holding a white and green floral bouquet.
A dreamy black and white wedding scene shows a dancing couple in formal attire twirling on an outdoor patio.
A wedding couple stands on stone steps in front of a white wooden gazebo in a garden setting.
Couple stands on manicured lawn near white wooden gazebo at Holmewood Hall and garden benches during outdoor wedding ceremony.
A wedding reception celebration in a grand wood-paneled hall with guests seated at round tables for dinner.
Wedding guests laugh and enjoy themselves during speeches at an elegant reception in a black and white photograph.
Two children in vintage style outfits play with old-fashioned tools in a sunlit field during summer.
Bride in a flowing white wedding dress stands on a grand wooden staircase at Holmewood Hall, elegant historic building.
Four bridesmaids in matching powder blue floor-length gowns stand together in a wooden-paneled room.
A wedding couple shares a joyful moment while cutting their semi-naked wedding cake in an elegantly decorated venue.
Wedding performer plays acoustic guitar and sings into microphone during indoor reception.
Wedding celebration with guests on wooden staircase watching as confetti falls around flowing white wedding gown in rustic venue.
A couple shares their first dance together at a rustic indoor wedding venue with twinkling lights in the background.
A couple shares their first dance at a rustic wedding reception venue with wooden walls and polished hardwood floors.
A couple celebrates at Holmewood Hall during their first dance as confetti falls around them in an elegant indoor venue with a staircase.
Guests enjoy dancing and celebrating at a wedding reception on a wood dance floor with flower petals scattered about.
Wedding guests sharing an animated laugh together during a reception celebration.
A tender moment shared between a couple during their first dance at a wedding reception while guests look on.
A couple dances together at their wedding reception in an indoor venue with a vintage clock on the wall.
A couple laughs together while walking across a dry lawn in front of a red brick building on their wedding day.
A couple shares a romantic moment at sunset in a grassy field during their wedding celebration at Holmewood Hall.
A couple takes a romantic stroll through a sunlit field during golden hour at their outdoor wedding celebration.
A couple shares an intimate moment at sunset on their wedding day at Holmewood Hall, with golden light illuminating the scene.
Wedding party stands in formation on wooden dance floor under elegant chandelier during formal ceremony.
Bridesmaids in flowing blue dresses help a bride with her white wedding gown on a polished hardwood floor.
A wedding party dances joyfully in a wood-floored room, with bridesmaids wearing blue gowns surrounding a bride in white.
Two elegantly dressed guests in matching patterned dresses celebrate joyfully on a wooden dance floor at an event.