Rosie and Matthew first met in a bar, in Leeds, more than nine years ago and have been inseparable ever since. Fast-forward to March 4th 2017 and the couple held a chic city ceremony followed by a laid-back celebration at The Cross Keys.

“I really wanted a laid-back wedding just with close family and friends, and didn't like the idea of everyone having to travel far out for the big day. The city centre is obviously so accessible for everyone and I really liked the vibe it gave. Overall, Matthew and I wanted to be married and didn't want to spend a fortune on one day, but still wanted a specific look and feel which I think came across pretty well.”

“I loved the look and laid-back feel of The Cross Keys. The big selling point was the beautiful upstairs room, and most importantly the food! Hiring the room was reasonably priced and the staff were so accommodating and helpful. I liked that we could dress the room however we wanted and how intimate the space was. I would most definitely recommend The Cross Keys, if it suits the kind of wedding you are going for.”

How did you choose your photographer?
“I browsed Leeds Town Hall weddings online and a wedding Jane Beadnell had done a few years back was the first to pop up. I instantly fell in love with Jane’s work. She captured our day so perfectly and we can not recommend her enough!”

Advice for other brides and grooms?

“I heard this a lot leading up to our wedding and never really took much notice of it, but I cannot stress enough how important it is to spend time together on the day as a newly married couple! Don't stress and take everything in, it really does pass by so quickly!”

What was your highlight of the day?

“I think the highlight of the day was having all our close friends and family all together at the same time...a bit cliche but how often does it really happen?”

The couple invested in the wedding planning skills and venue styling services of Leanne at Set the Scene to ensure everything looked beautiful and ran smoothly.

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