Client Feedback & Testimonials

    Last update: November 2025

Trusted by Couples Across Manchester & the North West

Choosing the right Manchester wedding photographer is a decision rooted in trust. Below, you’ll find verified feedback from real couples who invited Cherished Images to document their wedding day. Their words reflect the service excellence, reliability, and storytelling-focused photography we deliver at every celebration — whether intimate, cultural, traditional, or modern.
Explore their experiences, understand our approach, and feel confident about partnering with a photographer who’s committed to getting it right.

Why Couples Trust Cherished Images

For more than a decade, couples have turned to Cherished Images for a consistent, dependable, and unobtrusive photography experience. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:
● 5.0 ★ Average Rating Across All Platforms● 18+ Years of Professional Wedding Experience● Trusted Across 30+ Venues in Greater Manchester & the North West● Calm, organised, and unobtrusive on the day● Professionally insured with secure delivery workflows● Fast turnaround times with consistently high-quality storytelling

Spotlight Stories: Real Weddings, Real Experiences

To help you get a feel for the full journey — from first enquiry to delivered gallery — here are a few short case studies based on weddings we’ve photographed.

Spotlight Story: Scarlet & Graeme — A Relaxed, Joyful Wedding at Runcorn Town Hall

When Scarlet first reached out through Bark, she was simply looking for a photographer who could cover a small, intimate wedding at Runcorn Town Hall. With three young children and a clear vision for natural, honest imagery, she wanted someone who could keep things relaxed, flexible, and family-friendly — without heavy editing or overly formal posing.
From the very first messages, it was clear that Scarlet knew exactly what she liked (and what she didn’t). She’d done photography herself, so she had a sharp eye for tones, composition, and authenticity. After sharing a few examples of the warmer, natural edits she preferred, we spent time discussing style, expectations, and what mattered most to her: capturing the real moments, the kids, the walk down the aisle, the ceremony, and a handful of meaningful family portraits.
In the lead-up, we kept communication open and easy. We talked through her list of must-have shots, shared a few laughs about managing energetic little ones (with both of us having children of similar ages), and even exchanged ideas from TikTok to bring some fun into the group portraits. Scarlet sent photos of the kids so I’d know exactly who to look out for — a lovely personal touch that made the day even smoother.
On the wedding day, everything clicked. Their family dynamic was full of warmth, humour, and genuine affection, and the small guest list meant we had time to capture each moment without pressure. Scarlet and Graeme were a dream to work with — relaxed, trusting, and more focused on enjoying the day than staging anything. The result was a gallery full of laughter, connection, and natural storytelling.
That evening, I began reviewing their images straight away. The energy from the day made it impossible not to dive in early, and by the following week, their full gallery was ready. When I shared the finished images, Scarlet messaged back:
“They are amazing. So much laughing in them — it was so much fun!”
Moments like that are exactly why I love photographing weddings. Every couple’s story is different, and with Scarlet and Graeme, it was a joy from start to finish — a small wedding full of personality, colour, warmth, and the kind of natural moments that define what documentary wedding photography is all about.

Explorer Runcorn Town Hall

Spotlight Story: Annette & Martin — The Lodge, Mesnes Park, Wigan

On 8th July 2025, Annette and Martin celebrated a beautifully understated wedding at The Lodge in Mesnes Park, the kind of day that flows so naturally you almost forget you’re working behind the camera. They’re a quiet couple, thoughtful and softly spoken, but the kind of pair who open up quickly, especially once they realised I wasn’t there to stage-stress them — just to help them feel comfortable and let the day unfold.
Their families, on the other hand, brought the noise in the best possible way — lively chatter, warm northern humour, and the occasional kid tearing across the room like it was their personal racetrack. It created a lovely balance: the calmness of Annette and Martin paired with the joyful chaos only family can provide.
The ceremony was held indoors at The Lodge, which is perfect for an overcast Wigan day. Soft natural light filtered through the windows, giving everything a gentle glow despite the drizzle outside. It was emotional in a quiet, honest way — the type of atmosphere where you can feel how much the moment means to everyone in the room. No drama, no hiccups. Just a smooth, textbook ceremony full of little glances and held hands that said everything without a single word spoken.
Once the formalities were done, we ventured into the park between pockets of rain. Mesnes Park is incredibly photogenic — especially the stretch between the lodge gates and the Victorian bandstand. Even under grey skies, the colours popped and the architecture held its own. The couple warmed to the camera almost instantly, settling into that natural flow that makes documentary-style photography really shine. They trusted the process, trusted me, and it shows in every frame.
Kids darted in and out of shots, families laughed their way through the group photos, and Annette and Martin held on to each other like the rest of the world had slowed down just for them. The day had a lovely rhythm to it — calm where it mattered, lively where it counted, and heartfelt throughout.
For me, this wedding really highlighted why I love being a Manchester wedding photographer. It’s the blend of personality, place, and genuine human moments that make each celebration unique. Annette and Martin didn’t need extravagance or theatrics — their day was beautiful because it was theirs, shared with the people who mattered most, captured exactly as it happened.

Bride standing with her father and bridesmaids inside The Lodge at Mesnes Park, captured in a natural documentary style by a Manchester wedding photographer.
Confetti shower as newlyweds walk out of The Lodge in Mesnes Park, with candid smiles and lively reactions captured in a relaxed, documentary approach.
Bride and groom embracing in the pathways of Mesnes Park, with soft overcast light creating a calm, romantic moment photographed by Cherished Images.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand toward the Victorian bandstand in Mesnes Park, captured in a natural, storytelling style by a Manchester wedding photographer.
Explorer The Lodge, Mesnes Park

Verified Google Reviews

Real reviews. Real couples. Pulled directly from Google & Facebook.

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James did an outstanding at Scarlet and Graeme's wedding. He managed to capture lots of natural shots, as well organising group photos including perfect photos of the service itself.Certainly a masterclass of photography

Ron

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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Very punctual, friendly, knows his stuff and great photos. Would recommend

Martin

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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Would recommend cherished images to anyone wanting to get high quality photos for their special day. Very professional and very reasonable james looked after us and his pictures made the event

Sully

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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James is absolutely fantastic, he always seems to capture the perfect moment and balances the colours perfectly. He's very patient, friendly, and listens to what you want to achive in order to deliver outstanding images. I couldn't recommend him enough."He's an artist with the camera"
Here's to many more times using your services!

Brad

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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Wonderfully and professionally captured images. Thank you!

Steph

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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Perfect pictures, thank you so much - we love them!

Jane

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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James is an extremely professional photographer who gave us a very personal and unique service for our wedding day. From our first meeting with James to the end of the wedding day, we can’t recommend him enough.

Adam

Source: Google 5-Star Review

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James made us us very comfotable and nothing was too much for him. Our photos were everything we asked for and the whole process for our wedding photography at Flixton House was made so easy and stress free.

Alex

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Thank you SO much! I could not recommend Cherished Images enough. You were absolutely incredible James, it was a pleasure to have you at our wedding. And we could not be more pleased with our beautiful photographs. Thank you! ❤️"

Scarlet

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James captured our day perfectly , the pictures show the love we have for each other and how happy everyone was for us . I felt really relaxed with him , no awkward poses and he was great with the children . Thank you James for the wonderful pictures x

Jacqueline

Source: Facebook

These verified testimonials highlight what couples valued most — from smooth communication and on-the-day professionalism to the natural, candid look of their final gallery.

Our Review Policy (Trust & Transparency)

To strengthen trust and transparency, we operate a clear review policy:
● All testimonials are from real clients whose weddings we have photographed.● No reviews are paid for, incentivised, or AI-generated.● Google reviews are replicated directly and unedited.● Direct testimonials are published with permission from the couple.● Text from social media are recreated as clean, on-brand cards for readability.

Why Couples Choose Cherished Images

Wedding photography isn’t just about images — it’s about confidence in the person behind the camera.
Couples book Cherished Images because they value:
● Clear communication and a practical, organised approach● A calm presence during high-pressure, high-emotion moments● Professionalism from planning to delivery● A documentary style that captures real emotion, not staged moments● Deep knowledge of Manchester venues and North West wedding timelines
It’s wedding photography… without the stress.

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We’d love to capture your day with the same level of care, professionalism, and storytelling that these couples experienced.

    Cherished Images - Manchester Wedding Photographer10 Chadwick RoadUrmstonManchesterM41 9RH

    tel: 07990 155860

Manchester & Greater Manchester Areas I Cover

I’m based in Urmston (M41) and regularly photograph weddings across Manchester and the wider North West, including:

● Central Manchester (city-centre venues, town hall, hotels & restaurants)● Salford and Trafford, including Urmston, Flixton and surrounding areas● Stockport, Bolton, Bury, Tameside and Wigan● Cheshire and further afield across the North West

All Content © 2025 | Cherished Images | Manchester Wedding Photographer

    Cherished Images - Manchester Wedding Photographer10 Chadwick RoadUrmstonManchesterM41 9RH

    tel: 07990 155860

Manchester & Greater Manchester Areas I Cover

I’m based in Urmston (M41) and regularly photograph weddings across Manchester and the wider North West, including:

● Central Manchester (city-centre venues, town hall, hotels & restaurants)● Salford and Trafford, including Urmston, Flixton and surrounding areas● Stockport, Bolton, Bury, Tameside and Wigan● Cheshire and further afield across the North West

All Content © 2025 | Cherished Images | Manchester Wedding Photographer

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