Brockhampton Cricket Club wedding photography is a dream when the day is this romantic – sunshine, countryside calm, and a marquee celebration that feels effortless but still looks beautifully designed. This wedding had a very special detail: the bride is a designer, and she created a stunning copper and willow-green colour palette that made the whole day feel soft, elegant and summery.
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This romantic Herefordshire countryside wedding at Brockhampton Cricket Club was all sunshine, soft emotion, and a relaxed marquee celebration – with a beautifully designed copper and willow-green colour palette running through the day. If you want natural, documentary-style photos with a cinematic edge (without loads of posing), this wedding is a perfect real-life example of our DOCU-ART approach.
We’re Marta May Photography – also known as The Mays (Marta + Artur), a husband-and-wife photo + film team. We shoot in our DOCU-ART style: real documentary moments, plus cinematic portraits that still feel natural. We were TWIA National Winners (as “The Mays”) and we’re now TWIA judges, so you’re in very safe hands.
Planning your own marquee or tipi celebration? See more real examples here: Marquee and tipi wedding photography.
A romantic summer wedding day
You have to see this romantic Herefordshire countryside wedding – it’s the kind of day that makes you want to plan a summer wedding immediately. It was truly unique and such a joy to photograph.
The bride is a designer, and it shows in the best way. The copper and willow-green palette, the styling, the decorations – everything felt thoughtful, delicate and beautifully put together (not “Pinterest copy-paste”, but genuinely her).
And the weather… wow. We love rainy weddings (we really do), but we won’t pretend we weren’t delighted by the sunshine. In this light, the colours absolutely popped – and you can almost feel that warm, summery breeze running through the day.
KEY FACTS
Location: Brockhampton, Herefordshire
Venue: Brockhampton Cricket Club
Reception style: Marquee celebration
Styling: Copper + willow-green palette (bride-designed)
Vibe: Romantic, relaxed, countryside summer
Portrait approach: Short, natural, unforced moments
Style: DOCU-ART (real documentary moments + cinematic portraits)
Romantic Brockhampton Cricket Club wedding photography
Now you can simply enjoy the photos and step back into this beautiful summer wedding in rural Herefordshire – a Brockhampton Cricket Club day full of sunshine, colour, and relaxed moments.
We’ve shared a small, curated selection from each part of the day (so it still feels like a story, not an endless scroll). And if you want more, you’ll find a slideshow underneath with extra images and music — the full vibe, in motion.
Wedding photography slideshow
Here’s the slideshow (with music) and lots more images from this romantic Herefordshire countryside wedding – the full atmosphere, all in one place.
On the day, Lucy + Mark received over 1,000 photos in their final gallery… because honestly, we just couldn’t stop photographing. When the light is that good and the moments keep coming, we’re all in.
Herefordshire countryside wedding – photography
You’ve probably figured it out by now… we’re totally in love with this romantic Herefordshire countryside wedding. We adore relaxed summer celebrations in rural Herefordshire, especially when there’s a marquee, great light, and guests who actually enjoy the day instead of rushing through it.
If you’re planning something similar, here are a few extra ideas that always work beautifully: garden games (instant laughter and movement), and a more relaxed approach to food and drinks – street-food style, sharing boards, creative cocktails, whatever feels like you. One of the best things about a marquee wedding is that you can build the day around your people, not a fixed venue template.
And if you want more real examples (with different vibes and styling), start here: Marquee and tipi wedding photography.
You might also love Lucy + Mark’s colourful countryside wedding too – it’s another at-home marquee celebration with loads of personality.
Herefordshire countryside marquee wedding FAQs
Is a cricket club a good place for a wedding reception?
Yes, especially in the countryside. Cricket clubs usually have plenty of space, easy access, and that relaxed “summer party” feel. With a marquee, you can make it look as elegant (or as festival-fun) as you like, without losing the laid-back vibe.
How do you make a marquee wedding feel romantic, not “basic”?
Design + lighting. A clear colour palette (like the copper and willow-green styling here), thoughtful table details, and layered evening lighting (festoon + fairy lights + a few uplighters) instantly lifts the whole look and makes the photos feel cinematic.
We don’t want loads of posing -can we still get beautiful portraits?
Absolutely. We keep portraits natural and short – more like a quick walk and a breather together than a “photoshoot”. You’ll get a few gorgeous frames, then you’re straight back to your guests.
What are the best photo moments at a summer marquee wedding?
Golden hour is the obvious one (even 8–10 minutes is enough). But the real magic is also in the in-between moments: guests arriving, garden games, laughter at tables, speeches reactions, and the dance floor when everyone finally lets go.
How many photos do you usually deliver?
It depends on the timeline and what’s happening, but for this wedding the couple received over 1,000 photos, because the light was beautiful, the styling was full of detail, and the day was packed with real moments.
Planning your own romantic Herefordshire countryside wedding?
If you’re planning a Herefordshire countryside wedding (especially a relaxed summer marquee celebration) and you want photos that feel real, joyful, and beautifully put together, we’d love to hear your plans.
We’re Marta May Photography – also known as The Mays (Marta + Artur). We were TWIA National Winners in 2023 (listed as “The Mays”) and we’re now TWIA judges, so you’re in very safe hands.
Get in touch to check availability.
Planning your own marquee or tipi celebration? See more real examples here: Marquee and tipi wedding photography.
