A portrait of the bride and groom with Shendish Manor in the background

Jenny & Scott’s Wedding at Shendish Manor

From Watford church vows to relaxed Manor House celebrations

Jenny & Scott’s wedding day began with a heartfelt ceremony at St Andrew’s Church, Watford, before celebrations continued at Shendish Manor. With classic black tie styling, sunshine in the gardens, relaxed portraits around the Manor grounds, and a quiet night-time moment at the gazebo, their day felt elegant, personal, and easy-going from start to finish.

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  • A bride and groom exit St Andrew's Church Watford at the end of their wedding ceremony.
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  • A group photo of the bride and groom together with their bridal party.
  • Shendish Manor wedding photography.
  • A portrait of the bride and groom with Shendish Manor in the background
  • The bride and groom cut their wedding cake. Shendish Manor wedding photography.
  • A portrait of the bride and groom at night-time I'm standing under the gazebo at Shendish Manor.

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The Wedding Day

  • Documentary wedding photography the Bride gets ready in the bridal suite.
  • The mother of the bride helps a flower girl put on her shoes.
  • A wedding ceremony at St Andrew's Church in Watford.
  • A groomsman walk down the aisle with a flower girl.
  • The groom looks emotional as he awaits the arrival of the bride.
  • The Bride walks down the aisle at St. Andrew's Church in Watford.
  • The bride and groom during the wedding ceremony at St Andrew's Church in Watford. Watford wedding photographer.
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  • The flower girl walks through a pool of light at a church wedding in Watford.
  • The bride and groom walk up the aisle at the end of the wedding service at Watford church.
  • The bride and groom exit the church with their guests blowing bubbles
  • The bride and groom walk through a tunnel guests as their guests blow bubbles
  • The bride and groom walk through a tunnel guests as their guests blow bubbles
  • A wedding guest congratulate the Bride
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  • A candid wedding photo, documentary wedding photography in Watford
  • A wedding guest looking excited at the end of the wedding ceremony
  • The groom looking chilled out after the wedding ceremony.
  • Shendish Manor candid wedding photography of wedding guests enjoying the drinks reception.
  • A girl playing near the mountains in the Apsley Suite garden at Shendish Manor.
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  • Natural portrait of the bride and groom holding their daughter.
  • A group photo of the bride and groom together with their bridal party.
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  • Shendish Manor wedding photography.
  • Shendish Manor Hotel wedding photography.
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  • A portrait of the bride and groom with Shendish Manor in the background
  • The grooms speech at a Shendish Manor wedding
  • The Bride listening to the grooms speech
  • The bride and groom listen to the best man's speech at in the Apsley suite at Shendish Manor
  • The groom laughing during the best man's speech.
  • The bride and groom cut their wedding cake. Shendish Manor wedding photography.
  • Wedding guests on the Dancefloor at Shendish Manor.
  • The bride and groom dance with their young daughter on the dance floor at Shendish Manor Hotel.
  • A portrait of the bride and groom at night-time I'm standing under the gazebo at Shendish Manor.


Jenny and Scott’s wedding at St Andrew’s Church in Watford was a beautiful and timeless affair. The couple exchanged vows in front of their closest family and friends, with the bride’s daughter Marley as the adorable flower girl.

The groom and his groomsmen were dressed in black tie, with Scott standing out in a stylish burgundy blazer. The day was blessed with beautiful sunshine, which made for the perfect backdrop as we captured portraits of the happy couple around the stunning gardens of Shendish Manor.

After the ceremony, the newlyweds and their guests headed to Shendish Manor for the reception. The venue was the perfect setting for the celebration, with its beautiful gardens providing the perfect backdrop for portraits. The couple was a joy to photograph, and I captured many beautiful shots of them together.

One of the highlights of the day was the night-time shot I took of the newlyweds at the Gazebo. .

Jenny and Scott’s wedding was a true joy to photograph and I feel honored to have captured these precious memories for them. I wish the happy couple all the love and happiness in the world as they start their new journey together.

  • Made everyone feel comfortable, capturing the essence of the day

    Andy was absolutely fantastic, and we would recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. He was so friendly and made us and our whole wedding party feel comfortable, which meant he captured amazing candid photos that caught the essence of the day perfectly.

    He knew our venue, Shendish Manor, really well and recommended the best locations around the grounds that we wouldn’t have thought of without him. We’re especially grateful that Andy went above and beyond to create unique pictures we’ll cherish forever.

    We can’t thank Andy enough for making the most special day of our lives complete.

    Jenny & Scott

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Dream Team of Suppliers

Wedding Venue
Shendish Manor Hotel
Church
St Andrew’s Church (Watford)
Bridal Shop
David’s Bridal Instagram
Florist
Maples Flowers
Photographer
Andy Sidders Photography Instagram

Recommended photographer at Shendish Manor

Experienced with church & venue weddings

Experienced with church & venue weddings

FAQs

Yes. I’m a recommended photographer at Shendish Manor and have photographed many weddings there, including Manor House and Apsley Suite celebrations, with both indoor and outdoor elements.

Absolutely. Jenny & Scott’s wedding is a great example, with a church ceremony followed by a reception at Shendish Manor.

The gardens are perfect during the day, and the gazebo is ideal later on for a relaxed night-time portrait without taking you away for long.

Yes. Evening coverage is great for capturing atmosphere, and I often take a short moment for a night-time portrait if the couple would like one.

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