This Didsbury House Hotel wedding was full of personal details, relaxed moments, and a celebration that felt completely true to Katy & Jake. Located in the leafy village of Didsbury in Manchester, this charming venue blends timeless Victorian character with modern, boutique style – perfect for an intimate wedding celebration!
A Beautiful Autumn Didsbury House Hotel Wedding
A Didsbury House Hotel wedding is always a joy to photograph, and Katy & Jake’s autumn celebration was no exception. Set on a crisp, golden day, this boutique venue looked especially beautiful. Even better, it’s only a five-minute drive from me, which feels like a real luxury as a local Stockport wedding photographer!
Because of its size and atmosphere, Didsbury House Hotel is perfect for couples planning a small, intimate wedding. It feels elegant without being stuffy and relaxed without losing its sense of occasion. As a result, it suited Katy & Jake’s vision perfectly.
An Intimate Ceremony with Thoughtful Details
Katy & Jake chose to keep their ceremony small and meaningful. They were surrounded by their closest friends and family, which created a warm, emotional atmosphere. Everything felt unhurried and personal, which I loved.
The flowers, created by another brilliant local supplier, Blue Door Flowers, added so much character to the day. Their autumnal colour palette complemented the venue beautifully. Because of this, the rooms felt even warmer and more inviting.
Autumn Portraits in Didsbury Parsonage Gardens
Thankfully, we were blessed with wonderful autumn weather. After the ceremony, we headed just down the road to Didsbury Parsonage Gardens. It’s a peaceful spot and ideal for wedding portraits.
While Katy & Jake enjoyed a relaxed stroll, I captured natural, autumn-filled images among the changing leaves. Meanwhile, the soft seasonal light gave everything a romantic, calm feel. It was the perfect pause in the day!
A Wedding That Truly Reflected Them
One of my favourite things about this Didsbury House Hotel wedding was how personal it felt. Instead of a traditional dancefloor, Katy & Jake opted for a pub quiz and board games. As a result, guests mingled, laughed, and genuinely connected.
Since Katy & Jake met playing Dungeons & Dragons, this choice felt especially fitting. It reflected who they are and how they fell in love. Ultimately, it was a reminder that your wedding doesn’t need to follow tradition to be meaningful.
If you’re planning a Didsbury House Hotel wedding and want something intimate, relaxed, and full of personality, this venue is a beautiful choice.
A Few Words from Katy & Jake
How did you two meet?
We met playing Dungeons & Dragons at The Crosse Keys in the City of London – I was a halfling ranger, and he was a gnome wizard. At first, we played in a group as friends for just over a year. Eventually, things naturally changed and we started dating!
Describe the proposal!
The day before Jake’s 30th birthday, we were on holiday in North Wales and decided to climb Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Even though it was the middle of August, the weather was absolutely atrocious.
From halfway up the mountain, we were stuck in the middle of a cloud and were totally soaked through. At every turn, we were nearly bowled over by high winds. Meanwhile, every sheer drop seemed to plummet into a white void, which was terrifying. As a result, I was scared to death.
However, Jake encouraged me all the way to the top. When we finally reached the summit, he waited for me to stop crying from relief. Then, he got down on one knee and produced my late grandma’s engagement ring. It was safely secured in its box and wrapped in a sandwich bag so it would stay dry.
I didn’t even need to think before I said yes. That said, I had to wait until we got back to the bottom to put the ring on, because my fingers had swollen in the cold and rain.
What is special about your venue?
We chose Didsbury House Hotel because it has a lovely, cosy atmosphere. For that reason, it was exactly what we wanted for our Didsbury House Hotel wedding.
In addition, we have family, both young and old, travelling quite far for the day. Because of this, it was really important to us that everyone felt comfortable and at home during the reception.
Any details of note about your big day?
For our Didsbury House Hotel wedding, we’re foregoing a DJ and dancing. Instead, we’re opting for a pub quiz organised by our good friend Alex. In particular, it’s based on our guests’ chosen specialist subjects, which should be great fun.
Afterwards, there will be board games for everyone to enjoy. Additionally, we’re hoping to stock the bar with our own favourites. This includes beer from our two home counties, Essex and Surrey, as well as cider from Wales, where we got engaged.
Venue: https://didsburyhouse.co.uk/
Person #1 outfit details: https://honeyblossombridal.co.uk
Hair & Makeup: https://jodiemakeup.co.uk/
Flowers: https://bluedoorflowers.com
If you’re planning a Didsbury House Hotel wedding and want relaxed, honest photography that captures every genuine moment, I’d love to hear from you.
