If you’re planning your wedding at Flixton House in Urmston, you’re probably looking for a photographer who already understands how the venue works — the flow between ceremony rooms, the conservatory and bar, and those beautifully kept secret gardens.
That’s exactly how we approach every Flixton House wedding — calm, organised and fully aligned to the venue’s timings and layout.
We’ve captured celebrations here that range from intimate daytime ceremonies to full evening receptions with a packed dance floor in the ballroom. Standout moments often include: outdoor ceremonies framed by the secret gardens, relaxed drinks on the terrace, confetti on the front steps, and golden-hour portraits on the lawns.
With 18+ years’ experience and over 200 weddings photographed across Greater Manchester and the North West, we bring structure, precision and a reassuringly calm presence to every Flixton House wedding.
As a Manchester wedding photographer, I deliver consistent, venue-aligned results across Trafford and the wider region, with Flixton House being one of the locations where that experience adds immediate value for couples
The gallery below showcases how we use the venue’s Georgian architecture, refurbished interiors and landscaped grounds to create elegant, timeless wedding photography.
Flixton House is a Grade II listed Georgian manor set within parkland on Flixton Road in Urmston, managed by Trafford Council. Originally built in the early 19th century by the Wright family, it has been carefully refurbished to blend period features with a clean, modern finish.
Inside, you’ll find high ceilings, sash windows, fireplaces and characterful details, alongside a bright ballroom, conservatory and flexible ceremony spaces. Two rooms are licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, with additional options for outdoor ceremonies in the gardens.
The result is a venue that works extremely well for modern wedding photography — classic enough for editorial-style portraits, yet relaxed and intimate for natural documentary storytelling.
● The soft, directional light in the ceremony rooms
● The ballroom and conservatory for speeches, first dance and evening coverage
● The secret gardens and lawns for confetti, group photos and couple portraits
With an experienced in-house events team, good transport links via Urmston, Flixton and the M60, plus generous parkland surroundings, Flixton House is a compelling choice for couples wanting a Manchester wedding with country-house character.
Part of our Manchester & North West Wedding Venues series — real weddings and photography insights for couples planning at Flixton House.
Couples often tell us they chose Flixton House for its “hidden gem” feel — a proper manor house in Greater Manchester with beautiful gardens, but without the formality of a large country estate.
"Cherished Images captured our son’s wedding perfectly at Flixton House. We have so many amazing photographs that make wonderful memories."
- Peter - Father of the Groom, Alex & Richard's Wedding
"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 - Bride
Feedback regularly highlights:
● Natural, unposed images in the gardens and parkland● Discreet coverage of the ceremony and speeches● Organised yet relaxed group photos on the lawns or front steps● Evening images that show off the ballroom lighting and atmosphere
In short: if you’re looking for photographs that combine real emotion with a refined yet relaxed Manchester manor house setting, Flixton House delivers.
Our Wedding Venue Hub showcases even more locations we’ve photographed across the region, including The Monastery Manchester, Runcorn Town Hall, The Lodge at Mesnes Park, and Davyhulme Park Golf Course.
A few practical considerations to help shape your photography plan:
We’ll also arrange a pre-wedding consultation — in person or online — to walk through your priorities, timings and must-have images for Flixton House specifically.
We have strong familiarity with the venue, its ceremony rooms, ballroom, gardens and general flow. That means we can anticipate lighting changes and key pinch points in the day rather than reacting last-minute
The secret gardens, the main lawns, the front steps, the paths around the house and the conservatory terraces all work very well. The exact spots we choose will depend on the time of year, light direction and ground conditions
Yes. The ceremony rooms benefit from good natural light in the daytime, and we supplement this with professional low-light equipment where needed for speeches, first dance and evening coverage.
We’ll switch to indoor options — using the ceremony rooms, staircase, conservatory and entrance areas for portraits and essential group photos. We always create a wet-weather plan so you’re covered either way.
As a guide, we recommend:● 20–30 minutes for core group photos● 15–25 minutes for couple portraits
We’ll tailor this based on your guest numbers, whether you’re having an outdoor ceremony and what time of year you’re getting married.
Yes. We offer a pre-wedding consultation and, where possible, a venue walkthrough at Flixton House or a detailed virtual planning call if an in-person visit isn’t practical.
If you’re planning your day at Flixton House and want a photographer who understands the venue, respects its heritage and can deliver polished, story-led images — let’s talk.
We’d love to hear about your plans, your timeline and what matters most to you. Book Flixton House wedding photography online today.