Phill and Amanda were married on a soft, golden afternoon in late June at Leez Priory, a beautiful Tudor priory wrapped in its own moat in the heart of the Essex countryside. From the moment we arrived, the whole place felt like it was holding its breath for them: red brick gatehouses catching the afternoon light, gardens in full bloom, water shimmering on every side. It was, quite simply, the perfect setting for two people so clearly, quietly in love.
A Priory Made for Love Stories
Leez Priory gave us so much to fall in love with ourselves: the moat and its dreamy reflections, an old stone gatehouse standing like something from a fairytale, and hidden corners of the garden where Phill and Amanda could steal a few private moments together. It is the kind of place that wraps a love story in beauty, without ever stealing the spotlight from the two people at its heart.
The Little Moments That Made the Day
The moments we treasure most from a day like this are rarely the big, planned ones. It is the soft smile shared on the walk to the ceremony. The way Phill looked at Amanda during the speeches, like he still could not quite believe his luck. The quiet, tender minute just before it all began. Phill and Amanda gave us so many of these little moments, and all we had to do was stay close enough, and quiet enough, to catch them.
Planning your own wedding at Leez Priory?
If Leez Priory is on your shortlist, a few things from Phill and Amanda's day are worth knowing. The best portrait spots are the Tudor gatehouse and brick courtyards, the moat and lakeside paths, and the quieter corners of the gardens away from your guests. In summer the light by the water is lovely in the early evening, so it is worth leaving 15 to 20 minutes free in your timeline for a second short portrait walk. Family groups work well on the lawns, and we plan the list with you beforehand so they move quickly and you can get back to your guests.
We have gathered what we know about the venue on our Leez Priory wedding photographer page, including photo spots, timings and how travel from our Telford base works. If you are comparing venues around the county, our Essex wedding photographer page covers the rest of Essex.
Full-day wedding photography is £1,600, a cinematic wedding film is £1,600, and our Photo & Film Combo is £3,000 with an engagement session included. You can compare every package on our pricing page.
If you are dreaming of a wedding at Leez Priory, or anywhere across Essex, we would love to hear your love story. get in touch and let's start planning something beautiful together.