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Darren Cartledge Photography

Hull & Yorkshire Wedding Photographer Portfolio

Your wedding day isn’t a photoshoot – it’s a story unfolding in real time. As a Yorkshire wedding photographer, I focus on capturing the day naturally as it happens. No awkward posing, no constant interruption – just genuine moments, real emotion, and everything in between.


From relaxed mornings getting ready, through to the energy of the dancefloor, this gallery gives you a feel for how your wedding could look when it’s photographed in a documentary, unobtrusive way.
If you’re planning a wedding anywhere in Yorkshire, this is exactly the kind of storytelling you can expect.

Bride and groom sharing their first dance at Cedar Court Harrogate during a Yorkshire wedding
Morning Preparations

The morning of your wedding has a completely different energy – a mix of excitement, nerves and anticipation. This is where the story begins. Quiet moments, laughter with friends, final touches… all captured naturally without getting in the way.

  • Portrait of groom during final preparations with window reflection at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Makeup artist applying lipstick to bride during morning preparations at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride sitting on bed surrounded by bridesmaids during morning preparations at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom portrait during preparation on the wedding morning in Lincolnshire
  • Portrait of bride after final preparations on the morning of a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride getting ready in mirror reflection during morning preparations at a Yorkshire wedding.
  • Groom getting ready in mirror reflection during morning preparations at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom ready for the day at Cleatham Hall wedding venue in Lincolnshire
  • Bridal prep at Bawtry Hall during a wedding morning in South Yorkshire
  • Groom making final adjustments before the ceremony at Danby Castle, Yorkshire
  • Bride portrait after preparations are complete at a wedding in Hull, East Yorkshire
  • Make-up artist applying finishing touches to the bride during morning prep at a Yorkshire wedding
The Ceremony

No two ceremonies are ever the same, but the emotions always are. From the walk down the aisle to that just-married moment, I photograph it all as it happens – without interference, so you can stay fully present.

  • Groomsmen taking a selfie with the groom before the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom looking sharp and ready just before entering the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Flower man throwing petals over the groom during a Yorkshire wedding ceremony
  • Groom waiting for the bride during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding venue
  • Nervous groom moments before the outdoor wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride arriving arm in arm with her father at Hackness Grange for a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom chatting with best man before the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom making his entrance during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
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  • Portrait of groom looking sharp just before the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom laughing and looking at the camera during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride laughing as groom looks on during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom kissing during a church wedding ceremony in East Yorkshire
  • Nervous groom waiting for the bride’s entrance during a Yorkshire wedding ceremony
  • Bride and groom leaving a woodland wedding ceremony hand in hand at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Nervous bride during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom kissing during a woodland wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride composing herself during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride subtly smiling at groom during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Happy groom smiling during the wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom sharing big smiles as the wedding ceremony comes to a close at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom sharing a light embrace at the end of their wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid moment of bride smiling during the wedding ceremony at a Hull wedding
  • Bride and groom holding hands during their wedding ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom holding bride’s hand during the ring exchange at a Yorkshire wedding ceremony
  • Groom delicately placing the wedding ring on the bride’s finger at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom exiting the wedding ceremony as newlyweds at a Yorkshire wedding
Real Moments & Candid Photography

This is where the day really opens up. Guests relaxing, hugs, laughter, kids running around – all the moments you don’t plan, but end up meaning the most. This is a huge part of my approach as a Yorkshire wedding photographer – letting the day breathe and capturing it honestly.

  • Groom having a playful sword fight at Bawtry Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid moment of a bride during a Hull wedding
  • Bride and groom sharing a kiss in confetti at Bawtry Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Intimate embrace between wedding guests at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid portrait of a bride at Cedar Court Harrogate during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bridesmaids taking a selfie at Bawtry Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid moment of groom and best man during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid moment of a wedding guest at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom surrounded by confetti at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest laughing at The Old Deanery in Ripon during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid portrait of a bride during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guests having fun at Bawtry Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest posing with giant champagne bottles during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Grandmother hugging the bride at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest celebrating at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid moment of a wedding guest at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest smiling at the camera at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom surrounded by confetti at Cedar Court Harrogate during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest taking a selfie with the bride at The Old Deanery in Ripon during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guests having fun at The Old Deanery in Ripon during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guests noticing the camera at The Old Deanery in Ripon during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bridesmaid relaxing on a swing at Clapham Holme Farm during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride playfully pouting at the camera at The Old Deanery in Ripon during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guests relaxing at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride being chased by bridesmaids at a wedding at Bawtry Hall, South Yorkshire
  • Groom and groomsmen skipping across the grounds of Bawtry Hall, South Yorkshire
  • Groom leading the bride through confetti at Cedar Court Harrogate wedding in Yorkshire
  • Bride looking surprised at Clapham Holme Farm during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Candid moment of bride hugging her father during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom together during a winter wedding at The Tempest Arms, Yorkshire
  • Groom laughing at Danby Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom celebrating with confetti cannons during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom greeting an old friend in an emotional moment during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom on a boat at Clapham Holme Farm during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom chatting with wedding guests at The Old Deanery in Ripon during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Father of the bride smiling at the camera during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Guest hugging the groom during a wedding at The Tempest Arms, Yorkshire
  • Guest hugging the bride after the ceremony at a Yorkshire wedding
Natural Couple Portraits

This is where the day really opens up. Guests relaxing, hugs, laughter, kids running around – all the moments you don’t plan, but end up meaning the most. This is a huge part of my approach as a Yorkshire wedding photographer – letting the day breathe and capturing it honestly.

  • Bride and groom embracing in the barn at Danby Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Close-up of bride and groom in the woodland at Hazlewood Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Close-up of bride and groom with foreheads touching during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom kissing in front of a VW camper during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom walking hand in hand over a bridge at Hackness Grange during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom by their wedding car with the bride’s veil flowing during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom standing under the iconic tree at Hazlewood Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom kissing the bride on the forehead during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom kissing in the grounds of Hackness Grange during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Portrait of the groom during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom gazing into each other’s eyes at Danby Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom sitting on a swing at Hackness Grange during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom walking hand in hand during golden hour at Danby Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Couple walking hand in hand during a wedding in Yorkshire
  • Couple portrait at The Croft wedding venue in Yorkshire
  • Couple sharing a kiss at The Old Barn at Esholt wedding venue in Yorkshire
  • Relaxed couple portrait with a camper van at Bawtry Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom standing on the steps at Hackness Grange during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom standing under trees at Hazlewood Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Couple outside Hazlewood Castle during a wedding in Yorkshire
  • Couple portrait sitting on a bench at Danby Castle barn wedding in Yorkshire
  • Couple sharing a kiss at Cleatham Hall wedding in Lincolnshire
  • Bride and groom kissing under the shade of a tree during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride sitting on a swing at Clapham Holme Farm during an East Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom standing under the arch at Hackness Grange during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom sharing a moment under the veil at Cleatham Hall during a Lincolnshire wedding
  • Bride and groom kissing under a weeping willow during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Portrait of the bride at The Croft during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom with their dog at Cleatham Hall during a Lincolnshire wedding
  • Bride and groom sharing a tender embrace at Whitley Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom walking hand in hand along a woodland trail at Hazlewood Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom showing their wedding rings during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom on the grand stairs at Allerton Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom standing outside a church with the bride’s veil flowing during an East Yorkshire wedding
Planning Your Yorkshire Wedding?

If you’re looking for relaxed, natural photography that lets you enjoy your day without constant posing, I’d love to hear more about your plans.

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Speeches, Evening & Dancefloor

As the day moves into the evening, the energy shifts again. From emotional speeches to the dancefloor chaos later on – this is where some of the most memorable moments happen.

  • Wedding guests chatting under fairy lights at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groomsman dancing with the mother of the bride at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest sticking their tongue out on the dancefloor at Clapham Holme Farm during an East Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride making a speech at Clapham Holme Farm during an East Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom sharing their first dance at Cedar Court Harrogate during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom leading a conga line at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom making a speech at Danby Castle during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guests with hands in the air on the dancefloor during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Wedding guest taking to the dancefloor at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride laughing during the maid of honour’s speech at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bridesmaid and groomsman dancing at Willerby Barn during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Best man taking over the DJ booth at Howard Court during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Father getting emotional during his speech at a wedding at Bawtry Hall, South Yorkshire
  • Bride playfully mocking the groom during speeches at Clapham Holme Farm wedding in Yorkshire
  • Bride and groom sharing a laugh during their first dance at Danby Castle, Yorkshire
  • Guest laughing during a wedding speech at Clapham Holme Farm barn wedding in Yorkshire
  • Wedding guest wearing funky glasses on the dancefloor during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Groom watching as his father gives a speech at Bawtry Hall during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bridesmaid laughing hysterically during a wedding speech at a barn wedding in Yorkshire
  • Bridesmaids laughing at photobooth pictures during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Best man giving his speech at a wedding at Danby Castle, Yorkshire
  • Bridesmaid and groomsman dancing at a wedding at Willerby Barn in East Yorkshire
  • Bride and maid of honour laughing during speeches at Clapham Holme Farm barn wedding in Yorkshire
  • Bride laughing during a speech at Willerby Barn wedding in East Yorkshire
  • Groom taking a shot during speeches at a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride having fun in the photo booth at Danby Castle barn wedding in Yorkshire
  • Bridesmaid taking a quiet moment during a wedding at Danby Castle, Yorkshire
  • Bride taking a quiet moment during a barn wedding in Yorkshire
  • Guests on the dancefloor at Willerby Barn wedding in East Yorkshire
  • Bridesmaid owning the dancefloor at a Bawtry Hall wedding in South Yorkshire
  • Guest dancing during a wedding in East Yorkshire
  • Intimate dance between bride and groom at The Croft wedding in Yorkshire
Signature Twilight Photography

Twilight is a magical part of the day. Using off-camera flash, I capture cinematic, romantic images — from couple portraits to champagne sprays, sunsets, and silhouettes. Couples who include this in premium packages get truly unforgettable evening photographs.

  • Couple under an arch at twilight during a wedding in Lincolnshire
  • Couple together at sunset in the grounds of Allerton Castle, Yorkshire
  • Couple sharing a kiss in a gazebo at sunset at Willerby Barn wedding in East Yorkshire
  • Couple spraying champagne at twilight at Bawtry Hall wedding venue in South Yorkshire
  • Silhouette of a couple at Allerton Castle wedding in Yorkshire
  • Twilight portrait of a couple during a wedding in Lincolnshire
  • Bride and groom captured in a romantic twilight portrait in York during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom under an umbrella at night during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Bride and groom together at dusk during a barn wedding at Clapham Holme Farm, East Yorkshire
  • Silhouette of couple at twilight outside The Tempest Arms in Skipton, Yorkshire
  • Couple together at twilight outside Bawtry Hall wedding venue in South Yorkshire
  • Bride and groom sharing a kiss in a romantic twilight portrait during a Yorkshire wedding
  • Silhouette of a couple at York Minster in Yorkshire
  • Couple portrait under an arch during a winter wedding at Whitley Hall, South Yorkshire
  • Bride and groom together at sunset during a wedding at Howard Court, Yorkshire
  • Silhouette of bride and groom during a wedding in Hull, East Yorkshire
  • Bride and groom together at sunset during a wedding in West Yorkshire
Let’s Chat About Your Wedding

Your wedding day will be full of moments you can’t plan – the laughter, the nerves, the in-between glances. My approach is all about capturing those moments naturally, so you can relive the day exactly as it felt. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’d love to hear all about your plans.

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About me - Darren Cartledge Photography

Darren Cartledge-Price is an award-winning Yorkshire wedding photographer based in Hull. Recognised by the Guild of Professional Photographers for a documentary approach and signature, story-driven portraits.

Address: 35 Richmond Street, Hull, East Yorkshire, HU5 3LD | Tel: 07795578242

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