Middleton Tyas, North Yorkshire

Middleton Lodge
wedding photography


Looking for a Middleton Lodge wedding photographer? Becky and Alex’s April celebration gives you a real example of my work at this North Yorkshire estate, with natural moments, garden portraits and photographs that bring the setting into their story.

Becky and Alex on the lawn in front of Middleton Lodge’s arched garden windows
Photograph by Tom Groves Weddings
Photography guide by Tom Groves

Planning wedding photographs at Middleton Lodge

A countryside wedding near Richmond

Middleton Lodge is in Middleton Tyas, near Richmond in North Yorkshire. The estate offers the Main House and Garden Marquee, or the Fig House and Walled Gardens, with arrangements for using both spaces. Your chosen setting shapes the route and timing of the photographs, so share those details when enquiring. Check current venue options directly with Middleton Lodge; the photographs below show Becky and Alex’s own spring wedding.

Making the gardens part of your story

Their gallery includes garden paths, stone walls and the distinctive arched windows behind the confetti photographs. These details help place the wedding without needing every photograph to be a wide view. For portraits, I look for backgrounds that complement the couple and light that suits the moment. Sometimes a short walk or a place to sit is all that is needed for a relaxed photograph together.

Ceremony photographs and real reactions

Becky and Alex’s ceremony photographs include their expressions, guests watching and the first kiss. I aim to connect the important moments with the quieter reactions around them. Before your wedding, we can discuss the ceremony time and any guidance from the venue or officiant. That preparation helps the photography fit naturally around the service rather than interrupt it.

Confetti, groups and time with your guests

Their confetti exit shows how much energy there can be in a single part of the day. For your wedding, confirm the venue’s current confetti arrangements and we can plan a suitable place for guests to gather. A concise family group list helps keep photographs organised afterwards. The aim is to cover the people who matter to you while leaving room for conversations and celebrations.

Planning North Yorkshire wedding photography

Send your date, chosen venue spaces and a rough outline of your plans when you enquire. We can discuss preparations, travel between locations and where couple portraits fit. Spring weather can vary, so the final portrait route is chosen with the conditions on the day in mind. Explore Becky and Alex’s gallery to see the mix of directed portraits and documentary moments, then check the photography packages for coverage options.

Questions about your Middleton Lodge wedding photographs

Have you photographed a wedding at Middleton Lodge?

Yes. I photographed Becky and Alex’s Middleton Lodge wedding on 14 April 2025. Their featured wedding links to a full sneak peek blog showing the day from preparations to the celebrations.

Where is Middleton Lodge?

Middleton Lodge is in Middleton Tyas, near Richmond in North Yorkshire. Share your preparation, ceremony and reception locations when enquiring so the coverage can be planned accurately.

Can we have relaxed photographs in the gardens?

Yes, with the route and timing planned around the areas available to you, the light and the weather. I offer gentle direction and keep the session comfortable, so you can enjoy being together.

How do we book you for our North Yorkshire wedding?

Send your date, venue and plans through the contact page. I can confirm availability and discuss photography coverage, whether you are planning at Middleton Lodge or another North Yorkshire venue.

Explore the venue and check your date

For venue visits, current wedding arrangements and availability, visit Middleton Lodge’s official website. For photography, tell us your date, ceremony plans and what matters most to you.

Explore photography packages or ask about your wedding date. You can also explore our wedding films if you would like photography and film together.

A real wedding photographed by Tom

Becky & Alex at Middleton Lodge

Becky and Alex married at Middleton Lodge on 14 April 2025. Explore their complete sneak peek blog for preparations, ceremony photographs, confetti, portraits, speeches and the evening celebration.

Becky and Alex sitting together on a stone wall in Middleton Lodge’s gardens

Explore Becky & Alex’s wedding story

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