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What Actually Happens If It Rains On Your Wedding Day?
There’s a very specific moment that happens during wedding planning. Someone checks the weather forecast.
Jono Purday
May 103 min read


Bourton Hall Wedding Photography | What the Day Actually Feels Like
If you’re getting married at Bourton Hall and looking for Bourton Hall wedding photography that feels natural and relaxed, you’ve probably already noticed it’s not your typical venue. Everything about it feels a bit more considered. The layout, the space, the way it all opens up. It’s got that big, clean, modern feel to it, but without losing the atmosphere you actually want on a wedding day. It’s not stuffy, it’s not overcomplicated, it just works.
Jono Purday
May 32 min read


What It’s Like Getting Married at Ansty Hall
If you’re getting married at Ansty Hall, you’ve probably already had that moment where you thought, “yeah… this just feels right.”
Jono Purday
Apr 262 min read


How Much Does a UK Wedding Cost in 2026?
One of the first things couples ask when they start planning is usually some version of this. “How much does a UK Wedding cost in 2026?”
Jono Purday
Feb 153 min read


Supplier Sundays: Twinkles and Tiaras
Kelly at Twinkles and Tiaras is one of those people who makes you realise just how much impact the right supplier can have on a wedding day.
Jono Purday
Feb 16 min read


Supplier Sundays: Bethany T MUA
After photographing weddings for years, you start to notice patterns. Not just in how days run, but in who makes them easier, calmer, and actually enjoyable to be part of.
Jono Purday
Jan 257 min read


How to Save Money When Planning Your Wedding (2026 Edition)
Planning a wedding has a funny way of creeping up on you. You start with excitement, ideas, big smiles and a vague sense that you’ve got time. Then one day you’re deep into planning and suddenly everything has a price attached to it. Some expected. Some… not so much.
Jono Purday
Jan 113 min read


Reflecting on 2025: an Amazing Year of Weddings with Jonathan David Photography
Grateful, knackered, inspired, and ready for what’s next. As the year winds down and my inbox finally quietens a bit, it feels like the perfect time to stop, breathe, and look back by reflecting on 2025, which has just flown past.
Jono Purday
Dec 28, 20252 min read


Ceremonies: Faces Not Phones
Why your aisle moment deserves a real connection, not a screen grab. Picture this. You take that first step down the aisle. Your heart’s thumping. Your partner’s trying not to ugly cry. It’s the moment you’ve waited for. You want to remember exactly how they looked right then. The nerves. The smile. The love. The everything.
Jono Purday
Dec 14, 20252 min read


The Honest Guide to Group Photos: What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why Uncle Dave Always Wanders Off
Let’s talk about group photos! They’re one of those parts of the day that everyone knows are coming. Everyone knows they matter. Yet, somehow, they still have the potential to descend into mild chaos if they’re not handled right.
Jono Purday
Nov 23, 20253 min read


How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?
One of the biggest surprises couples have when they start planning their wedding is just how early photographers get booked. You secure your dream venue, start getting excited about outfits, décor and the general vibe, and then suddenly you realise suppliers are disappearing faster than the last roast potato at a Sunday dinner. And honestly, I do not blame you for being surprised. Nobody tells you this stuff until you are already knee deep in Pinterest boards and timeline str
Jono Purday
Nov 2, 20253 min read


A Couple’s Guide to Rainy Wedding Days (And Why Your Photos Will Still Look Incredible)
If you’re planning a wedding in the UK, let’s be honest: rain is basically a guaranteed guest. But before you panic about soggy dresses and ruined hair, let me reassure you — rain on your wedding day doesn’t mean your photos are doomed.
Jono Purday
Oct 19, 20253 min read


Just Engaged? 5 Tips to Start Planning Your Dream Wedding
First of all, congratulations! If you're reading this, chances are you've just said "Yes!" and are basking in that post-engagement glow. But now that the initial excitement is settling, you're probably wondering, "Where do I even start?".
Jono Purday
Mar 23, 20252 min read


The National Wedding Fayre 2025
This past weekend, the Jonathan David Photography team packed up our cameras, albums, and maybe a sneaky bag of snacks and headed to the National Wedding Fayre for the very first time at the NAEC Stoneleigh
Jono Purday
Jan 21, 20253 min read


5 Reasons To Consider an Independent Wedding Planner...
We've got the fantastic Charlotte at Big Occasion Events in for a guest blog on why you should absolutely be considering an independent wedding planner for your big day!
Jono Purday
Jun 9, 20243 min read


Matt and Corin...
I wanted to take some time to talk about the wedding of Matt and Corin, which I attended last week at the stunning Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel in Kidderminster.
Jono Purday
Nov 19, 20234 min read


Stephen and Craig...
Get ready to hear the story of an amazing couple, Stephen and Craig, who said their "I do's" last weekend at the stunning Sandwell Registry Office.
Jono Purday
Jul 9, 20234 min read


Vanessa and Simon...
Find out what happened at Vanessa's and Simon's Wedding.
Jono Purday
Apr 2, 20233 min read


Destination weddings, the do's and don'ts...
Congratulations, you're getting married! And not just any wedding – you're planning a destination wedding. You've decided to throw...
Jono Purday
Mar 26, 20233 min read


What to do when your Venue cancels...
Now, this isn't a blog that's comfortable to write in any way shape or form, but I was gutted to learn that there have been a number of...
Jono Purday
Feb 26, 20233 min read
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