“Pre wedding communication was fab! Everyone commented on how amazing David was at the wedding. The photos are truly breathtaking and made us feel like we could be in a magazine! If I were to describe David in three words, it would be easy, Everything we wanted” Beth & Adam
Set on the hills of the Holme Valley, Holmfirth Vineyard is a charming boutique wedding venue with some tf the most spectacular views and incredible home grown wines too.
My name is David Conway, and I am an experienced West Yorkshire wedding photographer. My wedding photographs combine both contemporary and documentary styles. I love to explore a wedding venue and all its features. Once I know what I will be able to use, I can be very creative when it comes to lighting and composition. Spontaneous moments produce the best wedding photographs, especially when they include the newly married couple.
Holmfirth Vineyard offers many wonderful opportunities for beautiful backdrops and picturesque views. No matter where you go on the estate, you will find a beautiful place to share a special moment or two with loved ones. As I'm telling your wedding story, I will always look for the special moments that are uniquely yours. The moments that could only represent you and the love you have for one another are what I am trying to capture.
West Yorkshire is known for its picturesque countryside and no better than the rolling hills around the Holme Valley. Holmfirth Vineyard wedding photography by David, will capture those special moments and tell your fairy tale story in images. Spending your wedding day at The Holmfirth Vineyard is like taking a trip through modern history, as you walk through the only Vineyard in the Yorkshire region.
Sheveling Wine Estate at Holmfirth Vineyard provides a romantic setting for your special day and a vineyard experience that will leave a lasting impression on your guests. Whether you’re planning to tie the knot in the Summer or Winter, the landscape is captivating and dramatic all year round and creates memories to cherish forever.
West Yorkshire is known for its picturesque countryside and no better than the rolling hills around the Holme Valley. Holmfirth Vineyard wedding photography by David, will capture those special moments and tell your fairy tale story in images.
Spending your wedding day at The Holmfirth Vineyard is like taking a trip through modern history, as you walk through the only Vineyard in the Yorkshire region.
Established in 2008, Holmfirth Vineyard is the only Wine producing Vineyard in the North of England to be featured in the top ten “stunning” vineyards in the UK. Privately owned by the Sheveling family.
In 2018 the venue had renovations completed to offer a stunning venue for couples to enjoy their wedding day in a luxurious setting, and with a fantastic kitchen service and amazing and attentive staff, it has won acclaims for the professional service and desire to create the perfect wedding day for all it’s couples.
Holmfirth is located in the Holme valley region in West Yorkshire, with close links to the M1 & M62. It is one of the regions premier wedding venues thanks to it’s eye for detail, friendly staff and wonderful surroundings.
With my documentary style of photography, I can capture the full range of emotions a couple can experience on their big day. West Yorkshire offers many locations and venues that are excellent backdrops for great photos. Some of my most iconic wedding photos are captured at historic manor houses and castles throughout the area. One of the unique factors is the diversity that West Yorkshire has to offer.
Find answers to some common questions below. Alternatively, you can contact David directly either by chat, phone or video. (This is often the quickest way to get the information you need.)
I am based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, which gives me access to Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and the rest of Yorkshire - North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire and South Yorkshire. As a rule, I am happy to travel up to 60 miles to cover a wedding. Any further than this I charge a fee to cover travel costs. Some of my favourite venues include: Allerton Castle, Bunny Hill, Carlton Towers, Colshaw Hall, Delamere Manor, Foxtail Barn, Hawkstone Hall, Hazlewood Castle, Heaton House Farm, Holmfirth Vineyard, Howsham Hall, Manor House, Merrydale Manor, Nunsmere Hall, Owen House, Peckforton Castle, Ripley Castle, Rudding Park, Rushpool Hall, Saltmarshe Hall, Swinton Park, Tithe Barn, Wharf Grange & Woodlands Hotel
Every wedding is different and the number of images you receive can be a reflection of what moments are there to be captured. On a normal wedding day I usually deliver between 600-800 images to your online gallery.
I know how keen my couples are to see and share some images from their wedding day, so with this in mind I always like to provide a selection of teaser shots a day or two after the wedding day. This would usually be around 20-30 images. I then aim to deliver the full collection of images on an online gallery within 6-8 weeks.
From the online gallery my coupes will have access to the full selection of wedding images, but they will be subtly watermarked. From the gallery you would be able to order any prints or wall art directly through my professional printing service. You would be able to share the gallery to any friends and family, and they too, would be able to order any prints they may like as well. If you wanted the full collection of high resolution images to share and keep, my couples do have the option of ordering a USB. See more on my packages page here.
Having been photographing weddings for the best part of 13 years, I am a highly experienced photographer. I have been lucky to work at some of the countries premium wedding venues and have one many awards, including the prestigious Guild Of Photographers Wedding Photographer of the Year in 2021 & 2023.
Yes, I have insurance for all my equipment as well as £2M public liability insurance. I also have Drone insurance as well as the necessary drone qualifications to be legal and safe when flying at a wedding.
No. I see my drone as an essential piece of equipment on a wedding day, and so long as the weather allows it and it is safe to do so, I will use it on your wedding day to capture shots of the venue, your guests and it allows me to get creative when getting shots of my couples too.
Get in touch using my contact page here and we can arrange a chat, either in person at my home in Brockholes, Holmfirth, or we can arrange a Zoom call.