Over the past few years, I’ve seen more and more couples choosing twilight weddings — and honestly, I absolutely love photographing them. A twilight wedding is exactly what it sounds like: a later ceremony, usually in the afternoon or early evening, followed by a relaxed celebration into the night. They’re often more intimate, more laid-back, and full of atmosphere, and from a photography point of view they can be incredible.

If you’re planning a wedding in North Yorkshire or the North East and you’re considering a twilight ceremony, here are some of the biggest reasons why it might be one of the best choices you make.