Aughton, near Ormskirk, Lancashire

West Tower
wedding photography


West Tower’s country house and hilltop setting give a wedding a strong sense of place. Samantha and Adam’s celebration is a real example of Tom’s photography at this Aughton venue near Ormskirk.

West Tower exterior and setting
West Tower official website · Image source
Photography guide by Tom Groves

Planning wedding photographs at West Tower

A country-house wedding in Aughton

West Tower is an exclusive-use wedding venue in Aughton, Lancashire, with landscaped gardens, a terrace and countryside views. Inside, the Ballroom, staircase and Cellar Bar offer different settings for the day. Photography can draw on that variety while still feeling like one coherent story, from the quieter preparations to the evening celebrations.

Portraits with the house in the background

Samantha and Adam’s opening image places them on the lawn in front of the house. It shows how a recognisable building can frame a portrait without becoming its main subject. For your wedding, we can make a short route through the available grounds and choose backgrounds that work with the light, your clothes and the flow of the reception.

The wedding morning and the moments between

The preparations in Samantha and Adam’s gallery bring another side to the story: make-up, time with friends and natural expressions before the ceremony. I look for those interactions as well as the planned events. Let me know where each of you will be getting ready so the coverage and any travel can be planned realistically.

Photographing a spring celebration

Light and weather influence which outdoor locations work best, especially when the day moves between the house and gardens. We can agree an initial portrait window and keep a little flexibility for later. Family groups are easier with a clear list and someone who knows the guests. Once those photographs are complete, the focus returns to the celebration around you.

Questions about your West Tower wedding photographs

Where is West Tower?

West Tower is in Aughton, near Ormskirk in Lancashire. Use the venue’s official website for current visiting and wedding information.

Have you photographed at West Tower?

Yes. Tom photographed Samantha and Adam’s wedding here, and their featured story is linked below.

Can we book Tom or a team photographer?

Yes, subject to availability. Every final wedding gallery is personally edited by Tom. Share your date and plans so we can discuss the options that fit your day.

Explore the venue and check your date

For venue visits, current wedding arrangements and availability, visit West Tower’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

Samantha & Adam at West Tower

Samantha and Adam married at West Tower on 1 May 2026. Their 359 colour sneak peeks follow the wedding morning, portraits and the celebrations around them.

Samantha and Adam laughing together outside West Tower in Aughton

Explore Samantha & Adam’s wedding story

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