When the cake’s been cut and the food eaten, the one thing you’ll have remaining of your big day is the photos. You’ll always have your memories, but wedding photos remain special all through your life, too. You want wedding photos to love and cherish forever. And that means you need a wonderful backdrop for your pictures – one of the most photogenic places to get married in Nottinghamshire.

1. The Gilstrap, Newark

A romantic venue for a standout wedding, this fairy-tale venue is a Victorian building that is also Grade II listed. There is a pair of ceremony rooms, one large enough to accommodate 100 people. It’s the dream of a Nottingham wedding photographer for some classic romantic shots.

2. Swancar Farm Country House, Trowell

Situated a short distance from Nottingham and Derby, the Swancar is a gorgeous venue with plenty of scope whether you want a small or a large wedding. There are plenty of chances for great wedding photos in the lovely country grounds.

3. Wellbeck Hall, West Bridgford

This Masonic hall is a great place to get married when you want some shots of the period features and the stately rooms. The backdrop is also scenic, making this a charming destination for a wedding. Internally, the location has been redecorated over the years but it still retains its original character and it is also close to West Bridgford, which increases its popularity.

4. Nottinghamshire Golf and Country Club, Stragglethorpe

If you want a super-stylish backdrop to a stunning celebration, try the golf club at Stragglethorpe. It is surrounded by rolling countryside and the facilities and atmosphere inside are top-notch.

5. Norwood Park and Country House, Southwell

You can hire out the guest rooms in this country house. Check out the Georgian features to this building, which is set in 100 acres of parkland.

6. Woodborough Hall, Nottingham

This 400-year-old mansion is set within lovely countryside but is only a very short distance from the city centre, which makes it very convenient for lovely photos.

7. West Retford Hotel, East Retford

Travel to this 18th century manor house which is the perfect place for romantic photos, set within five acres of landscaped gardens.

8. Mansfield Registration Office

A Georgian mansion in a quiet area on Chesterfield Road South, this is a popular wedding venue in Nottinghamshire. It is a low key place but still offers plenty of character.

9. Victoria Suite, Worksop

Go to the Worksop memorial gardens after the ceremony for some lovely photos. This registration office is in Memorial Avenue in Worksop and welcomes a lot of couples through its doors each year.