Didsbury Parsonage Wedding
It’s always a true privilege to photograph the wedding of a fellow wedding supplier. I was beyond excited when my friend Hannah, a talented wedding florist, asked me to capture her special day. Hannah and her husband Joe’s Didsbury Parsonage wedding was relaxed, joyful, and full of thoughtful details from start to finish.
Getting Ready in Manchester
The day began with Hannah getting ready at Whitworth Locke in Manchester. Not only that, the hotel offers the most incredible pink rooms, making them ideal for bridal prep photos. The morning felt calm yet full of excitement! Afterwards, we headed to the ceremony venue to continue the celebrations.
A Ceremony at Didsbury Parsonage
Hannah and Joe held their wedding ceremony at Didsbury Parsonage, a venue known for its beautiful gardens and quirky charm. From the moment guests arrived, the setting felt intimate and welcoming, which suited them perfectly.
Following the ceremony, we took photographs in the Parsonage Gardens. These gardens provided the ideal backdrop for their portraits!
Spring Florals and Thoughtful Styling
As expected from a florist of Hannah’s talent, the flowers were absolutely stunning. FROG Flowers created a gorgeous spring florals theme that brought colour and life to the day. Because of this, Didsbury Parsonage felt even more vibrant and personal.
The reception venue, Platzki on Deansgate, looked equally beautiful. With help from stylist Kate at Florence and Vera Events, the space felt warm, relaxed, and full of character.
For couples looking for a wedding that feels laid-back yet full of charm, a Didsbury Parsonage wedding is a perfect choice. It’s such a hidden gem, quietly tucked away from the busy centre of Manchester.
Didsbury Parsonage Wedding
A few words from Hannah & Joe:
How did you two meet?
We met on Tinder. At the time, we were both a bit fed up with dating apps! However, we were very pleasantly surprised when we met at the Dockyard in Media City. We hit it off straight away and stayed until closing time.
After that, everything came easily. We spent the summer of 2018 having the best time in and around Manchester.
Describe the proposal!
Firstly, Joe proposed on the Isle of Skye. To celebrate my birthday, he surprised me with a trip and booked a gorgeous little Airbnb. During the trip, he proposed while we were hiking around the Fairy Pools beneath the mountains.
It was just the two of us, surrounded by incredible scenery. Afterwards, we celebrated with corned beef and onion butties and Irn-Bru. Naturally, I quizzed him on how he’d managed to keep it a secret. It was perfect!
What is special about your venue?
When we talked about our wedding day, we wanted something intimate and relaxed. Initially, we explored venues in the North East. However, after a lot of thought, we decided to come back to Manchester.
In the end, Didsbury Parsonage was the first venue we visited, and we fell in love straight away. We loved how tucked away it feels and its old-world charm. The dark wood, green exterior, and stained glass felt very “us.”
Although we’re outdoorsy, we also love the buzz of the city. You’d never know you were only a stone’s throw from the city centre when standing in the gardens or inside the house.
Any details of note about your big day?
We don’t have a set theme. Instead, we focused on what felt natural, relaxed, and true to us. Naturally, spring played a big part, especially as we’re getting married on Easter Saturday.
As a wedding florist, I’ve been lucky to work with incredible suppliers. Because of that, being able to ask friends to help made the planning even more special.
We love food and drink. For that reason, we chose an intimate wedding breakfast at Platzki, one of our favourite Manchester restaurants. Importantly, it’s also a lovely nod to Hannah’s Polish heritage.
For the evening, we wanted a space where we could chat, dance, and properly celebrate. As soon as we saw it, Whitworth Locke felt like the perfect fit. With disco balls, great music, and all our favourite people, we can’t wait to dance the night away!
Venue: https://www.didsburyparsonagetrust.org.uk/
Person #1 outfit details: https://feathersandflorence.co.uk/
Person #2 outfit details: https://dooleyandrostron.com/
Hair : www.facebook.com/christinabarlow.hairstylist/
Makeup : https://www.oramakeup.co.uk/
Flowers: https://frogflowers.co.uk/
Styling: https://www.instagram.com/floveevents/
