Hirst Priory wedding photographer
Outdoor ceremonies, elegant rooms & secret vaults
Hirst Priory is a stunning venue with so many options for every part of your day – it’s easy to see why it’s so popular. I’m lucky to photograph weddings here often, and it’s the perfect place on the edge of Yorkshire to photograph all year round.
Why couples love it
Top 5 things about Hirst Priory
1
So many ceremony options – in the house, in a tipi, in the vaults or in the woodland.
2
The outdoor ceremony deserves a mention of its own – a gorgeous spot between the trees.
3
Perfect rooms for getting ready – bright and welcoming, with space for everyone.
4
Rooms to stay over for the main bridal party. No late-night taxis!
5
A fantastic team, headed up by the powerhouse that is Hazel.
★★★★★
“Aden went above and beyond – testing out ditches, holding leaves to get the perfect shot, using his own jacket to sit on – and he’ll only go home once you tell him, very late into the night.”
Mr & Mrs Aung, 2021
Local knowledge
I know all the secret spots
I shot my first Hirst Priory wedding when Hazel first began renovating the priory. You could see the potential, and in a few short years it’s been transformed into a stunning, bright venue.
It’s a venue full of history, and every wedding adds to its story. The grand main entrance is a favourite for photos – but whatever the season, I know where to find the best light for timeless, natural shots of you and your family.
The morning
Relaxed, contemporary & full of light
The rooms are decorated beautifully and create a relaxed atmosphere – exactly what you need the night before. The bright light is perfect for getting-ready photos, from hair and make-up to first looks with your bridesmaids, family or dad.
Something different
Outdoor tipi weddings
You can also have an outdoor tipi wedding – divine for photos and perfect in summer. Your ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception can all happen in one place, with the luxury of Hirst Priory and as much DIY as you like.
Real weddings
Hirst Priory love stories
Woodland ceremony
Lauren & Richard
Married in the woodland next to the venue – followed by an awesome first dance and party.
In the vaults
Abbie & Miles
An intimate, candlelit ceremony in the vaults, with confetti and speeches by the Christmas tree.
Summer wedding
Charlotte & Andrew
A fun, relaxed ceremony – Charlotte was nine months pregnant and full of energy!
Portraits in the vaults
Julia & Alex
Photos were a key part of their day – the dream phrase for any wedding photographer.
The evening
I stay way past the first dance
I stay until the end of the night as standard. Most photographers leave after the first dance, but that’s when the mood changes again – so I’m on the dance floor and wandering outside, catching everyone letting their hair down.
Good to know
Your Hirst Priory questions, answered
Ceremony options, staying over, winter weddings and the secret spots for photos. What Hirst Priory couples ask me most.
Updated November 2026
Still got a question?
Where can we get married at Hirst Priory?
You’ve got 4 options: in the house, in a tipi, in the candlelit vaults or outdoors in the woodland between the trees. Lauren and Richard chose the woodland and it was stunning.
Where is Hirst Priory?
At Crowle in North Lincolnshire, right on the edge of Yorkshire and a short drive from Scunthorpe.
Can we stay over at Hirst Priory?
Yes. There are rooms for the main bridal party, so you can get ready in bright, welcoming rooms in the morning and skip the late night taxis.
Is Hirst Priory good for a winter wedding?
It’s gorgeous in winter. Abbie and Miles had an intimate candlelit ceremony in the vaults, then confetti and speeches by the Christmas tree.
How long have you photographed at Hirst Priory?
I shot my first Hirst Priory wedding when Hazel first began renovating the priory. I’ve watched it become the bright, stunning venue it is now, so I know where the best light falls in every season.
How much does a Hirst Priory wedding photographer cost?
The Day Package is £1,650 and covers bridal prep to the first dance. The Big Package at £1,900 has no time limit, so I stay right to the end of the night. A £400 deposit secures your date.
Getting married at Hirst Priory? It’s one of my favourite North Lincolnshire venues, along with Elsham Hall. It’s a short drive from Scunthorpe too.
Let’s chat
I’d love to hear about your plans – send me a quick message and I’ll get right back to you.