Christian & Jason’s Summer Wedding at The Faversham, Leeds
Sunshine, warmth, and the easy confidence that comes from being surrounded by people who know you well — Christian and Jason’s day at The Faversham was open, generous, and full of joy. A relaxed summer wedding in the heart of Leeds, shaped by connection, laughter, and moments that unfolded naturally.
Sunshine, Laughter & Togetherness — A Summer Wedding at The Faversham
The sun was shining as guests began to arrive, more than a hundred friends and family gathering to celebrate together. Conversations started easily, glasses clinked, and the atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming from the start. Thoughtful details quietly set the tone — polaroids pegged to the walls, a chocolate-and-strawberry naked cake waiting nearby, and a typewriter inviting messages to be left behind.
Christian and Jason entered the conservatory together, greeted by cheers and applause that instantly lifted the room. Surrounded closely by the people who mattered most, the ceremony felt intimate despite the numbers — vows shared with ease, rings exchanged with unguarded smiles, and a first kiss met with laughter and celebration. As the day continued, bubbles drifted through the sunshine outside, conversations flowed across the lawn, and the celebration settled naturally into speeches, shared food, and a close, joyful first dance.

A sense of anticipation builds at The Faversham.
Arrivals, Details, and a Room Full of Anticipation at The Faversham
Guests began to arrive at The Faversham as the afternoon settled in, more than a hundred friends and family gathering to celebrate Christian and Jason’s wedding. Conversations started easily, glasses clinked, and the room filled with a gentle mix of excitement and quiet nerves.
Before the ceremony, there was time for a few thoughtful moments apart. While anticipation built, I photographed the small details that help shape the atmosphere of a day like this. The wedding breakfast room, already prepared and waiting, felt like a pause — calm before the celebrations gathered pace.
Polaroids hung from the wall lights, a chocolate-and-strawberry naked cake waited nearby, and a typewriter invited guests to leave messages behind. Reserved seats, a simple “choose a seat, not a side” sign, and bold CJ letters against the wall all hinted at what was to come — a celebration centred on togetherness, not tradition for tradition’s sake.
As the room filled, smiles followed. Once people noticed the camera, the mood only grew warmer — a relaxed welcome to the celebration ahead.

Thoughtful details worn close.

Pensive, present, together.

A toast before the moment arrives.

Simple and elegant.

Chosen for togetherness.

One smile caught mid-moment

Timeless and tender.

Memories lining the walls.

A cake made to be enjoyed.

Messages saved for later.

Unscripted and beautiful.

One more quiet toast.

Nothing posed, everything real.

The room slowly fills with warmth.

Texture, colour, care.

A lovely moment between ages.

Love spills into every corner.

As always.

Soft smiles all round.

Light pours through tall windows.

Shared joy from every angle.

Everyone belongs here.

The room holds its breath.

A pause before the ceremony.

Waiting for nightfall.

All eyes forward.

Cheers lead the way.

Hands clapping, hearts full.


Emotion in monochrome.

The ceremony begins.

Shared happiness.

The room listens.

Taking it all in.

Every word lands.

Everything else fades.

Eyes locked.



Equal and sure.

The room disappears.

Joy erupts.

It feels real now.

Love echoed back.

Unnoticed, except here.

Relaxed and happy.

Laughter takes over

Nothing too serious.


Moments evolve.

The story moves on.

Surrounded and supported.




























































Venue Details: The Faversham, Leeds
Documented by a Leeds-based wedding photographer at this relaxed, light-filled venue in the heart of the city. The Faversham offers open spaces for both ceremony and celebration, making it ideal for expressive, inclusive weddings — with more real stories featured in my LGBTQ+ weddings portfolio.
