A Rock and Roll Castle Wedding

Phil doesn’t just take a photo, he tells your story through the lens of his camera, he simply is the best.
Danni & Mark

a couple in wedding attire stands amidst guests throwing confetti outside a grand castle, celebrating their castle wedding. the bride holds a bouquet, and the crowd appears joyful, almost as if they're ready to burst into a rock and roll anthem of love.

Danni and Mark

I have known Danni for nigh on 20 years, when she first arrived in my hometown of Ellesmere. A beautiful soul inside and out, as engaging and as honest as she is beautiful. So when she asked me along to capture her most special of days to her partner in life, Mark, I couldn’t say yes quick enough.

Not only did Danni choose what is undoubtedly one of my favourite venues in Shropshire, Rowton Castle, she also made sure I was available before booking her date. What a lovely gesture and goes right to the heart of what I always strive to achieve for all my couples. An amazing experience with some incredible imagery to remember their day with.

a couple in wedding attire shares a kiss on the steps of what feels like a historic castle, the brick building with large windows and arched entryways adding a touch of timeless romance to their wedding day.

Danni helping Mark prepare for his speech, candid, natural photography, the hallmark of PbArtWorks

Rowton Castle Experience

Getting married at this stunning venue is a truly wonderful experience and when Danni and Mark advised me they were going to be getting married there, well I was just so thrilled for them. Knowing this venue like I do I always look forward to making a welcome return there. Something I have been doing for over 15 years now. I literally know this castle inside out. So much so I even captured the beautiful wedding of the Castle’s general manager and his gorgeous wife there too, Gareth and Ceri, Ceri also happens to be the marketing manager at Rowton Castle as well.

a couple in wedding attire walks hand in hand across a grassy field under a dramatic cloudy sky, the perfect setting for their rock and roll wedding.

Your can read all about Gareth and Ceri’s big day soon.

I am so honoured to get so much positive feedback from my couples, and Danni and Mark have been kind enough to leave me a wonderful review, so I will now leave you in peace and leave the words of Danni to express her experience of my craft to you.

If you wish to know more about my work, then please do drop me a line and let’s have a chat.

Phil x

Simply The Best!
I’ve been fortunate enough to know Phil since 2006, my children had a photoshoot with him in his first studio photography session many years ago, and I’ve had the privilege of watching his photography career develop over many years.


When we came to planning our wedding the first thing we did, before even choosing a venue was to contact Phil and check his availability. We then planned the rest of our wedding around those dates as there was no way I was getting married without the honour of Phil capturing those treasured moments.


Phil is incredibly professional and talented whilst also being extremely personable. He takes the time to understand the vibe you’d like him to achieve with his work and captures the most precious moments. We are eternally grateful for the most beautiful photos we have been presented with, they make us laugh, cry and remember our incredible day.


Phil doesn’t just take a photo, he tells your story through the lens of his camera, he simply is the best.


Thank you
Danni & Mark

bride in a white gown poses for a selfie with two men in tuxedos, outdoors on a stone path with lush greenery and the grandeur of a castle wedding setting in the background.
a bride and groom embrace on a grassy lawn, celebrating their rock and roll love story in front of a large, castle like building under a cloudy sky.
a bride and groom stroll across the lush lawn of a historic castle, setting a dramatic scene for their rock and roll themed wedding under the ominous, cloudy skies.
Phil Barrett
Phil Barrett

Phil Barrett is a seasoned photographer with a rich background in creativity. Starting his journey as an illustrator and designer, Phil's work graced the greeting cards of some of the world's largest producers. After two decades in the industry, a twist of fate led him back to university, where he founded PbArtWorks, initially envisioned as a design and photography agency. However, it was his unique approach to wedding photography, characterized by its natural, unforced essence, that truly resonated. For over a decade, Phil has captured weddings across Shropshire, Cheshire, North Wales, and beyond. Beyond weddings, Phil's passion for photography is evident in his leisurely strolls around his town, capturing its scenic beauty. Whether through pen, brush, camera, or lens, Phil's ultimate goal remains consistent: to create beautiful imagery that brings joy to people. His mantra? "Good enough is never good enough."

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