DoubleTree Hilton Chester Wedding Photography

On Saturday I spent a rather excellent day with Candice & Paul. They gathered with their family and friends for their wedding ceremony at St Mary’s Church in Eastham before celebrating their marriage at the stunning DoubleTree by Hilton in Chester.

I began the day with Candice, her family and bridesmaids at their family home, there was a great sense of excitement bubbling under a calm and relaxed atmosphere in the house. On hand to make the girls look amazing were Hair Stylist Samantha Gannon and MUA Emma Richards. There was much laughter and a few glasses of prosecco to steady the nerves before everyone was dressed and ready to go.

A Wedding Ceremony At St Mary’s Church In Eastham

I raced ahead to meet up with Paul, who was at the church with page boy Lucas to greet family & friends and await Candice’s arrival. The bride arrived right on time in her Beauford Tourer. She made the short walk to the church and down the aisle, flanked by her very proud brother and dad, who gave her away. After a ceremony filled with happiness and some very heartfelt readings, the couple completed the formal part of their day and exited the church into the arms of their family and friends. Walking through the church lychgate, the newlywed couple was showered in confetti by their friends.

A Party At The DoubleTree by Hilton In Chester

Arriving at the DoubleTree, Candice & Paul enjoyed a drinks reception in the 19th-century, Grade II listed conservatory, chatting and laughing with their guests. We had a wander around the grounds of this 18th-century Manor House for some portraits before their meal. To much applause from their guests, the couple was welcomed into their wedding breakfast, where they enjoyed a delicious meal followed by a round of speeches. After dinner, the couple relaxed with their guests in the gardens of the hotel, enjoying a little evening sun before their evening party began. Their wedding band, Drive was set to provide the evening’s entertainment, so the couple cut their cake and took to the floor for their first dance.

So a Huge Congratulations go out to Candice & Paul, thanks so much for having me with you at The DoubleTree, I hope that you enjoyed it just as much as I did. Have an amazing honeymoon!

Why DoubleTree Chester Feels Like a Dream Wedding Venue

If you’ve been imagining your wedding surrounded by elegance, history and lush gardens, DoubleTree Chester might be exactly what you’re dreaming of. It blends 18th-century manor charm with modern comforts in a way that gives warmth, grandeur and plenty of photo-worthy moments.

Set just outside historic Chester in Hoole, the hotel sits on 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, including a Victorian walled garden and a restored Ha-Ha wall. Everywhere you look, there’s character: original manor architecture, exposed brick, classic beams and sweeping lawns which make for stunning ceremony backdrops and gorgeous couples portraits.

What Makes It Especially Magical in Photographs

For brides thinking ahead to photography, this venue delivers in spades:

• The gardens, walled gardens, pond features and green lawns offer varied backdrops—both formal and relaxed.
• The mixture of light & dark: conservatory with natural light, manor house architecture for dramatic shots, ballroom for evening glamour.
• Outdoor ceremony options like the pagoda, or using garden corners during drinks reception provides contrast and beautiful light.
• The atmospheric rooms (barn-style suites, beams, high ceilings) all add layers to your wedding photos.

Contact DoubleTree Chester

Here are the essentials you’ll want to know:

• Address: Warrington Road, Hoole, Chester, CH2 3PD
• Phone: 01244 408 800
• Wedding enquiries: The hotel has a dedicated weddings/events team, who can help take you on venue tours, discuss packages & menu options.

If your wedding vision includes elegance, gardens, comfort, flexibility—and stunning photography—DoubleTree by Hilton Chester combines all the ingredients. If you’d like, I’d love to walk you through how your wedding photos could look in their spaces, help you plan your timeline, or even show examples of weddings I’ve shot there.

If you enjoyed this wedding blog, I’d love to hear all about your wedding plans! Please check out my About Me page for information about who I am and why I do this with my life. Then if you like the sound of everything, simply get in touch via the Contact page.