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Mere Court Hotel

A brilliant wedding venue, built in 1903 and now restored into a fine, country house hotel.

About Mere Court Hotel as a wedding venue

Mere Court Hotel is a hotel wedding venue in Cheshire. Hotels are popular choices because they bundle ceremony, reception and overnight accommodation — guests can relax through the whole day without ferrying between venues. Mere Court Hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies and hosts weddings throughout the year.

Photographing weddings at Mere Court Hotel

Hotel weddings give a photographer a lot to work with: dedicated bridal suites for preparations, multiple function spaces for ceremony and reception, and architectural features (lobbies, staircases, terraces) that single-room venues don’t offer. I plan around the light direction across the day — older hotels with chandeliers and warm interiors behave differently to modern hotels with large windows, and the timing for portraits shifts accordingly. I usually arrive during bridal prep and stay through past the first few evening dances.

What I notice when I shoot here

The Mere Court Hotel can be found in the heart of Cheshire , I have been recomended by their team for over 15 years .

I know this venue like the back of hand .

It was originally built as a wedding present for Amy and William Dunkerley in 1903 and ever since then it has gained plenty of attention from both happy couples and the local community. It has won a huge range of awards and it has been restored since it was originally built as well so you know that it can give you an outstanding level of comfort and luxury from the moment you step inside. The hotel itself is four stars and the grounds have over 7 acres of stunning landscaped gardens as well. There is a private lake and this sets the perfect background for any photo, adding a natural sense of peace and tranquility while also ensuring that you get the perfect setting to sum up your special day.

With Mere Court being set in the most desirable part of Cheshire, you can feel confident knowing that this is certainly the perfect venue for any couple and we have worked with the venue on many occasions. This means that we know how things work and our experience with the grounds makes it easier than ever for us to achieve the best result. The team members are always happy to assist in any way that they possibly can and if you ever have any questions then all you need to do is ask them and they’ll be there.There are 3 rooms you can have your wedding cermony in and outside under a pagoda .

If you want to find out more about Mere Court or if you want to choose this as your ideal wedding venue then all you need to do is give them a call today. Alternatively, you could browse through some of the photos we have for Mere Court so you can get a better idea of what they have to offer.

I am a recommended professional photographer by The Mere Court Hotel Team.And I lnow this venue like the back of my hand for over 15 years .

Frequently asked questions

Do you photograph weddings at Mere Court Hotel?

Yes. I’m Rick Dell, an award-winning Cheshire wedding photographer, and I’ve photographed weddings at Mere Court Hotel. I know the venue and its grounds, so we can move quickly on the day and get natural, relaxed photographs without taking you away from your guests.

Where is Mere Court Hotel?

Mere Court Hotel is a country-house wedding venue in Mere, near Knutsford in Cheshire — easily reached from Manchester and across the North West.

How much does wedding photography at Mere Court Hotel cost?

My wedding photography packages range from £850 to £1,950, each including a pre-wedding shoot and your fully edited gallery delivered on USB. The right package depends on how much of the day you’d like covered.

How do I check your availability for Mere Court Hotel?

Get in touch with your wedding date and I’ll confirm availability. With over 25 years and more than 1,900 weddings photographed across the North West, popular dates book up early — it’s worth checking sooner rather than later.



Recent weddings at Mere Court Hotel

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Looking for a wedding photographer at Mere Court Hotel?

I’m Rick Dell — an award-winning Cheshire wedding photographer with over 25 years of experience and over 1,900 weddings photographed across the North West. I’ve photographed 11+ recent weddings at Mere Court Hotel alone. Check availability for your date, or view packages and album options (£850 – £1,950, all including a pre-wedding shoot and edited gallery on USB).

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