LJ & Nick – A beautiful, sunny, Spring coastal wedding at Tunnels Beaches

A couple stand together by the water at sunset, with their reflection visible in a still pool and rocky coastline in the background

What a setting!

As Somerset based wedding photographers, we’re lucky to work all across the South West, but there’s something we always look forward to about heading to North Devon’s stunning coastline. Nick and LJ’s April wedding at Tunnels Beaches had everything we love about a coastal celebration — dramatic sea views, brilliant sunshine, and a couple who made the whole day feel completely their own.

Tunnels Beaches is one of those venues that needs no dressing up. Carved into the cliffs with private beaches below and the Atlantic stretching out ahead, it’s a genuinely spectacular backdrop for a wedding. For Nick and LJ, it was the perfect fit.

The ceremony at Tunnels Beaches was everything you’d want from a coastal wedding. Open sky, sea air, and a stunning natural setting that did all the talking.

But the moment that really got everyone going? Halfway through the ceremony, guests broke into a full-throated rendition of *500 Miles* by The Proclaimers. LJ’s family is Scottish, and it was a brilliant, joyful nod to her roots — the kind of moment that gets everyone on their feet and sets the tone for the rest of the day. Genuinely one of the best ceremony moments we’ve had the pleasure of photographing.

The weather played its part too. The sun was out in full force, the light was gorgeous, and the whole thing felt relaxed and full of warmth.

After the ceremony, guests settled into the celebrations in the way that only works when the sun is shining and the setting is this good. Good food, good drinks, and people genuinely enjoying each other’s company — that’s what it’s all about, and this wedding had it in spades.

As photographers, these are the moments we love most. Real interactions, genuine smiles, and a day unfolding exactly as it should.

As the light started to drop and golden hour arrived, we headed down towards the water for portraits — and the Devon coastline did not disappoint. The last of the sun hitting the cliffs, the sea glittering in the background, Nick and LJ just being themselves. It was a stunning backdrop to work with.

These are the shots that remind us why coastal weddings are so special.

From a sunny morning getting ready, to a ceremony that had everyone singing, to golden hour on the North Devon coast — Nick and LJ’s day was brilliant from start to finish. Unpretentious, fun, and full of the kind of moments that make wedding photography such a great job.

A bride and groom in formal wedding attire walk arm in arm on a rocky beach, smiling at one another
A bird flies over a rocky shore at sunset, with the sun low in the sky and calm water reflecting the light
A man in formal attire appears emotional as he sees a woman in a white wedding dress and veil standing in front of him indoors
Black iron gate with a sign reading "Tunnels Beaches" next to a white building; a separate sign directs visitors to tunnels, bathing pools, and beaches
Two men in formal suits and sunglasses sit on a stone bench outdoors, smiling at the camera; one holds a glass of drink
Three men in blue suits walk together down a stone path through a tunnel, with rock and stone walls on either side
A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet walks beside a man in a suit with a kilt through a dimly lit stone tunnel
Rows of chairs face a wooden gazebo decorated with flowers, set on a stone patio overlooking the sea with clear blue sky and rocky cliffs in the background
A couple in wedding attire hold hands while walking on a stony beach at sunset
Two women, one in a wedding dress holding flowers and ice cream, the other in a blue dress, hug and smile on a seaside cliff with glass balustrade
A bride in a white dress and a groom in a suit walk along a rocky beach, with the sea and large rocks in the background
A woman in a blue floral dress laughs whilst attempting to limbo under a stick, as others watch and smile at an outdoor gathering
A white wall with angled cladding frames a black and white sign in the centre that spells "LOVE" in bold, patterned letters
A man with glasses holds a video camera and a balloon string, looking upwards
A bride and groom walk down an outdoor aisle, smiling and holding hands, as guests throw confetti and take photos beside a wooden gazebo under a clear sky
Three women pose for a photo by the sea; one wears a white dress, and the others wear blue and green dresses with decorative headpieces
Woman in a one shoulder dress and sunglasses stands outside, holding a wine glass, with a rocky background behind her and vertical shadows in the foreground
A modern house with large windows is built into a rocky cliffside above a sandy beach, surrounded by green covered cliffs under a clear blue sky
A bride in a white dress holds a bouquet and smiles whilst walking through a crowded reception hall filled with applauding guests
A man plays guitar and sings into a microphone next to a woman standing at another microphone, both performing outdoors by the sea
A bride and groom stand under a gazebo by the sea, holding hands during an outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated around them on a sunny day
A bride in a white strapless dress stands in a stone doorway, holding a bouquet and looking down, with sunlight illuminating her face
A group of people socialise and dance outdoors at night under fairy lights; one man in a waistcoat and bow tie smiles while holding a beer
A woman in a white strapless dress stands in front of a large mirror, her reflection visible, in a room with white panelled walls and a black palm leaf artwork
A bride and groom hold hands and walk on a rocky beach, the bride in a white strapless dress holding a bouquet, with cliffs in the background
A group of people seated at tables during an event One man in sunglasses has both arms raised, whilst others watch attentively Sunlight creates strong shadows in the scene
A group of people sit at tables in a sunlit venue by the sea, listening to a man standing and speaking, with greenery and sea visible through large windows
A woman and man dance closely together at night, with warm fairy lights blurred in the background
A couple dances under a gazebo on a stone patio near the sea at sunset, surrounded by guests watching from the edges
A brown curly haired dog wearing a patterned harness stands on a carpeted staircase between white walls
A man in a beige waistcoat and white shirt smiles whilst adjusting his tie, standing against a plain white background
A group of people in formal attire gather on a seaside terrace with outdoor seating, a gazebo, and a view of the rocky coastline and blue sea under a clear sky
A bride wipes a tear as she walks down the aisle with an older man, whilst guests and a man in a suit look on during an outdoor wedding ceremony
A group of women dressed in formal attire stand on a balcony by the sea, holding drinks and talking under a clear sky
Two people stand on a balcony holding drinks, with modern wooden buildings and greenery in the background on a sunny day
A couple stand together by the water at sunset, with their reflection visible in a still pool and rocky coastline in the background
A group of people dressed in formal attire stand outdoors near a hillside, eating and talking; one man in a suit wears a decorative hat
A bride and groom walk hand in hand along a rocky shoreline at sunset, with water and cliffs in the background

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Venue: Tunnels Beaches
Florist: Rose Combe Flowers

Band: Feels like July