Kat & Jamie’s October Wedding Photography at the Trafalgar Tavern, Greenwich

Emotive, timeless photography filled with warmth and light — captured by a documentary wedding photographer based in Leeds with a love for real, unposed stories.

Kat & Jamie’s autumn wedding day was bathed in soft October sunshine and set against the timeless charm of the Trafalgar Tavern in Greenwich. With the River Thames glittering nearby and the grand architecture of Greenwich University just steps away, the scene was full of atmosphere and personality.

Their celebration flowed easily — laughter echoing through the historic rooms, the light shifting beautifully throughout the day. We wandered along the river, the sun low and golden, capturing portraits that felt natural and full of connection. Every image reflected their calm, joyful energy and the simple magic of a day well lived.

Black and white photo of three elderly guests looking out across the River Thames from the Trafalgar Tavern, Greenwich.
Three figures by the Thames, quiet and thoughtful. The river moved slowly, like time itself.

Arrivals and Ceremony — Light, Laughter, and the Thames Beyond

The Trafalgar Tavern’s riverside charm framed the morning beautifully — soft
October light spilling through tall windows, the air filled with
conversation and warmth. Guests gathered by the Thames, laughter rising
above the tide. Inside, a calm anticipation grew as Jamie waited, the murmur
of voices and gentle piano notes carrying through the room.

The couple’s young son looks toward his grandmother as guests gather inside the Trafalgar Tavern before the ceremony.
A glance shared between generations. Family warmth before the vows begin.
Guests mingling in the warm interior of the Trafalgar Tavern, filled with soft light and laughter.
Golden light, low chatter, glasses raised. Every smile became part of the story.
The groom’s mother chatting with friends and family before the ceremony at the Trafalgar Tavern.
Old stories retold, laughter blooming again. The calm before emotion took centre stage.
A guest outside in the Trafalgar Tavern courtyard smiling toward the camera as others mingle nearby.
A glance caught mid-laughter in the courtyard. Candid joy, unposed and true.
Black and white image of guests mingling outside with the Trafalgar Tavern plaque visible in the background.
Beneath the plaque, the chatter rose. History met the hum of celebration.
The best man whispering into the groom’s ear as they wait for the ceremony to begin at the Trafalgar Tavern.
Quiet words shared, steadying nerves. A friendship in focus before the moment.
The bride arrives smiling, her father proudly walking her down the aisle toward the groom.
Her smile said everything words could not. A proud father, a waiting heart.
A guest reading during the ceremony, captured in black and white at the Trafalgar Tavern.
A voice carried softly through the room. Each word a promise in motion.
The second reading in colour — the reader smiling as she speaks during the ceremony.
Light on her face, joy in her voice. The room listened, still and full of warmth.

After the Ceremony — Family, Laughter, and the Thames Light

Just beyond the ceremony room, white walls and paintings made the perfect
backdrop for relaxed family groups. The air was full of warmth and laughter
— every frame natural and easy. Nothing posed, nothing forced. Afterwards,
we stepped out into the cool afternoon at Greenwich University, where Kat
and Jamie braved the breeze for portraits among the grand stone arches and
riverside views. Every direction offered something timeless — a calm,
elegant close to a day filled with joy.

If you’d like to explore more weddings photographed away from home, you’ll find a wider
selection in my Destination Wedding Portfolio.

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