Abigail & Daniel

24th July | North Yorkshire

Abigail & Daniel’s Elegant Garden Wedding at Middleton Lodge Estate

There are some weddings that feel like they belong in a film—every detail perfectly composed, every moment soaked in emotion and beauty. Abigail and Daniel’s black-tie wedding at Middleton Lodge Estate on the 24th of July was exactly that—a masterpiece of love, elegance, and unforgettable scenery.

Set in the heart of North Yorkshire’s countryside, Middleton Lodge is one of those rare venues that seems to whisper romance from every hidden path and sun-dappled garden. Its walled garden—bursting with colour, fragrance, and timeless charm—set the scene for a wedding that was as graceful as it was heartfelt.

As guests began to arrive, dressed in stunning black-tie attire, the air was filled with the sound of a string duet, their music weaving gently through the warm summer breeze. It was a moment that made everyone pause. There was a hush of anticipation as laughter gave way to soft smiles, and the garden became still, waiting.

Then, the ceremony.

Abigail made her entrance arm in arm with her father, walking down the garden aisle framed by flowers and sunlight. The look on Daniel’s face as he saw her—pure awe, love, and a touch of disbelief—was one of those moments you never forget. Abigail was radiant, her dress flowing behind her like a whisper, her eyes fixed on the man she was about to marry.

The ceremony was tender and joyful, held under open skies with the estate’s gardens in full bloom around them. Every word they spoke, every glance exchanged, seemed to echo in the warm air, shared intimately among those they loved most.

After the ceremony, the estate’s stunning grounds became the perfect backdrop for celebration. We wandered through lavender-lined paths and quiet corners of the garden, capturing Abigail and Daniel in moments that felt both intimate and cinematic. With every step they took together, their joy was unmistakable—easy, true, and completely contagious.

As the evening unfolded, the celebration moved to the Coach House, where candlelight flickered against stone walls and champagne flowed. Guests looked nothing short of spectacular in black tie, dancing and laughing beneath the soft golden glow of festoon lights. Speeches filled the room with laughter and happy tears, and the night felt like it could stretch on forever.

Abigail and Daniel’s wedding wasn’t just an event—it was a reflection of who they are. Elegant but full of heart, classic yet completely unique. And Middleton Lodge, with its storybook gardens and quiet grandeur, held their day with the kind of magic that only a place steeped in beauty and history can.

To Abigail and Daniel—thank you for letting me capture such a breathtaking chapter of your love story. It was an honour to witness the start of your forever.

With love,
Robyn Francesca x