
St Mary’s Church, Speldhurst
Village charm. Meaningful moments. Naturally yours.
Bride Name & Groom Name
INTRODUCTION: GAV TO FILL OUT
A Real-Life Wedding Story
MARISSA TO FILL OUT
St Mary’s Church sits at the heart of Speldhurst, a pretty village close to Royal Tunbridge Wells. As an active Church of England church, it has a strong community feel, with a congregation that spans young families, older residents and generations in between.
That welcoming atmosphere makes St Mary’s particularly suited to weddings that are centred around family, faith and meaningful connections. Rather than feeling like a venue used only for ceremonies, it is very much part of village life.
From a photography perspective, the church offers a lovely contrast between the traditional interior and the softer rural surroundings outside. After the ceremony, the church entrance and village setting provide natural opportunities for confetti, family photographs and relaxed portraits without needing to travel far.
For couples planning a traditional church wedding near Tunbridge Wells, St Mary’s offers character, intimacy and a genuine sense of place.
Venue Spotlight – a welcoming village church in the Kent countryside
My approach at Holkham Hall

Documentary storytelling
I photograph the ceremony quietly and naturally, focusing on genuine reactions, small interactions and the moments happening around you without interrupting the flow of the service.

Relaxed portraits
After the ceremony, I keep portraits simple and lightly directed. This means you can enjoy a few beautiful photographs together without spending too much time away from family and friends.

Working with church light
Historic churches can have constantly changing light, so I work with the conditions available on the day to create natural photographs without distracting from the ceremony.
Top Tips for St Mary’s Church Couples
1 / Allow time after the ceremony
Leave 15–20 minutes for confetti, family photographs and relaxed portraits before travelling to your reception.
2 / Keep group photos organised
Choose your essential family combinations in advance so everyone can get back to celebrating quickly.
3 / Use the village surroundings
A short walk around Speldhurst can provide a lovely change of scenery for natural couple portraits after the service.
Why Choose Marissa for a St Mary’s Church Wedding
Natural documentary approach
I focus on genuine expressions and interactions, allowing the ceremony and celebration to unfold naturally rather than constantly directing the day.
Discreet portrait direction
Simple guidance keeps portraits relaxed and flattering without making them feel posed or taking you away from your guests for too long.
Fast gallery turnaround
You’ll receive preview images quickly, with your complete edited wedding gallery typically delivered within 2–3 weeks.

Package 1 | £2,200
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Coverage: 10 hours prep - dancing
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Engagement shoot
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500+ high res fully edited images
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Online password protected gallery
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Second shooter
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10 x 10" album

Package 2 | £1,900
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Coverage: 10 hours prep-dancing
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500+ high res fully edited images
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Online password protected gallery
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Second shooter

Package 3 | £1,500
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Coverage: 8 hours prep to first dance
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400+ high res fully edited images
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Online password protected gallery

Package 4 | £1,200
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Coverage: 5 hours cover
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300+ high res fully edited images
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Online password protected gallery
Get in Touch
Planning your wedding at St Mary’s Church in Speldhurst? Get in touch to check my availability and receive my wedding photography pricing guide. I’d love to hear more about your plans and what you have in mind for the day.
+44 7786 350039
