Laid back wedding couple stood smiling in a Brighton garden.

Brighton Wedding Photographer

I love shooting natural and relaxed weddings so when Rebecca and Andrew got in touch saying they were planning a laid back summer garden wedding in Brighton and wanted me to be their wedding photographer, I couldn’t have been happier! I love to show off peoples personality through candid and documentary style images, whilst keeping my photos vibrant and full of life! This is exactly how I think of Brighton! it’s such a cool city bursting with personality and individuality 🙂 It’s the perfect place for a wedding celebration!

Brighton Unitarian Church Wedding

Rebecca and Andrew’s wonderfully laid back summer wedding began at Brighton Unitarian church. A light filled space with such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I can see why Rebecca and Andrew chose to have their wedding ceremony there.

It was a beautifully warm day. Andrew waited outside the church greeting guests who gathered on the steps. Making the most of the sunshine and blue skies!

Unitarian wedding venue in Brighton on a sunny day
Wedding guests stood outside The Mash Tun in Brighton
Guests arriving at wedding on a sunny day in Brighton
Laid back guests socialising at a summer wedding in Brighton
Wedding program on red bench at Brighton Unitarian Church
laid back guests laughing during wedding ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
Groom and Usher smiling at the alter  at Brighton Unitarian Church

Rebecca arrived in a classic VW campervan. Very fitting for Brighton! As she made her way down the aisle both her and andrew were beaming. There was non stop smiles throughout the ceremony.

The ceremony was lovely, full of laughter and emotion. I loved the personal vows that Andrew and Rebecca read to each other before lighting a unity candle together.

VW camper van arriving at Brighton wedding venue on sunny day
Happy bride stepping out of VW camper van on her wedding day in Brighton
Groom smiling as he waits at the alter in Brighton Unitarian Church
Groom smiling at his bride during ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
wedding ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
Bride and Groom laughing with celebrant at Brighton Unitarian Church
happy bride and groom singing vows at Brighton Unitarian Church
wedding guest giving a reading  during ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
Laid back wedding couple laughing together during ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
bridesmaids laughing during wedding ceremony sing-a-long in Brighton
Bride smiling during wedding ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
Bride and groom smiling during wedding ceremony in front of friends and family.
Bride laughing as she exchanges wedding rings with groom at Brighton Unitarian Church
Happy bride and groom exchanging rings at Brighton Unitarian Church
Bride and groom kissing during laid back wedding ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
Wedding guest signing during wedding ceremony at Brighton Unitarian Church
Bride and groom holding hands during laid back wedding ceremony in Brighton
Bride and groom walking back down the isle during wedding ceremony in Brighton
Bride and groom celebrating as they exit Brighton Unitarian Church
Relaxed Bride and groom smiling as they exit Brighton Unitarian Church
Happy old lady exiting Brighton Unitarian Church

They emerged from the church into a cloud of colourful confetti and to cheers from their guests before jumping into the campervan to head to their garden party wedding reception.

Bride and Groom walking through confetti outside Brighton Unitarian Church
Bride and Groom walking through confetti outside Brighton Unitarian Church
Bride and Groom laughing whilst confetti is thrown over them in Brighton
Bride laughing with her bridesmaids all wearing lilac dresses.
Bride and groom stood outside of Brighton Unitarian Church on a sunny day
Laid back Bride and groom stood outside of Brighton Unitarian Church

DIY Garden Wedding Reception

Queens Hall is in the centre of the pretty village of Ruckfield. A victorian building with huge windows and a small, but perfectly formed, garden . They’d gone all out with the decor. From wheelbarrows filled with beer bottles to a “disco hut” complete with glitter ball, colourful bunting and ribbons. It looked like the perfect DIY garden party.

The day was so relaxed and laid back. Everyone enjoyed drinks in the garden before making their way into the large airy hall for dinner and a dessert buffet, always a hit!

Guests enjoying summer garden party wedding reception in Brighton
Guest laughing during summer garden party wedding reception in Brighton
wedding guests laughing during summer garden party reception in Brighton
Bride and mum smiling together in Brighton garden on summers day
Wedding guests enjoying sunny weather during garden party reception
Wedding guest hugging child during garden party wedding reception
Bride and groom smiling together on summers wedding day in Brighton.
Empty wedding reception room at Cuckfield Queens Hall with disco ball decoration
rustic DIY wedding table details at Queens Hall in Cuckfield
DIY wedding table details at Queens Hall in Cuckfield
Bride and Groom entering their wedding reception at Queens Hall in Cuckfield
Groom giving his speech using a megaphone at Brighton wedding reception.
Wedding guests laughing during laid back wedding reception in Brighton.
Bride laughing during wedding speeches in Brighton.
laid back groom laughing during wedding speeches in Brighton.
Bride singing with her bridesmaid during speeches
Brides cool brother giving a speech at Brighton wedding reception.
Wedding guests laughing during speeches at a laid back Brighton wedding
Usher giving a speech during wedding reception in Brighton.
Guest laughing during wedding dinner speeches in Brighton.
Guest laughing during wedding dinner speeches in Brighton.
Bride and Groom laughing during wedding dinner speeches in Brighton.

After some hilarious speeches (I spotted a few people actually crying with laughter!) it was time for the disco. The garden was filled with people dancing away until the band took to the stage and the hall’s dancefloor became the place to be!

relaxed guests enjoying summer wedding party in Brighton
guests dancing in a garden at a summer wedding in Brighton
Musician playing guitar at wedding reception in Brighton
Wedding guests dancing together during evening party in Brighton
Wedding guests kissing during evening party in Brighton
Happy wedding guests dancing during evening party in Brighton
Happy wedding guests dancing during evening party in Brighton

What a perfect summer wedding! If you’re planning your own wedding at Brighton Unitarian Church then please do use my Contact Page to enquire about booking me as your Brighton Wedding Photographer.


Wedding Suppliers:

Photography: Weddings by Sally Rose

Wedding dress: White leaf, Brighton.

Ceremony: Brighton Unitarian Church

Reception: Queens Hall, Cuckfield


Brighton Unitarian Church FAQ

How many wedding guests can Brighton Unitarian Church host?

Brighton Unitarian Church can host up to 110 wedding guests and has disabled access. It’s a great Brighton venue for both large and small weddings.

Are same-sex weddings allowed at Brighton Unitarian Church?

Yes, same-sex weddings & people who are divorced are welcome to get married at Brighton Unitarian Church. They are also happy to marry people of different faiths and of none.

How much does it cost to get married at Brighton Unitarian Church?

Prices start from £775. Please check out Brighton Unitarian Church website for more details.


Brighton Unitarian Church Address

New Rd, Brighton BN1 1UF


Brighton Unitarian Church Phone Number

01273 696022