📸 Stunning Couples Shoot Locations in Leicestershire and Beyond! ✨

We’ve recently moved even closer to Loughborough after living in Leicestershire for years, and it’s been an amazing journey capturing love stories all over this beautiful region. From open hills to enchanted woodlands, there’s no shortage of dreamy backdrops for couples and engagement shoots. Here are some of our favourite spots (and a few we can’t wait to explore!):

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A couple in wedding attire share an intimate moment outside a building with the bride's long white veil flowing in the breeze.



🌄 Beacon Hill Country Park

A true gem in the heart of Leicestershire. Think sweeping views, peaceful woodlands, and gentle walking trails that offer endless photo opportunities. Easy to access, and perfect for couples looking for a mix of adventure and intimacy.

Why We Love It:

  • Breathtaking hilltop views
  • Lakes and lush woodlands
  • Golden hour magic

🦌 Bradgate Park

If you haven’t been here, you’re in for a treat! Rocky outcrops, meadows full of wildflowers, and free-roaming deer make it feel like a fairytale. We usually start at the Old John Carpark and wander up the hill, capturing stunning shots along the way.

Why We Love It:

  • Iconic rock formations and open landscapes
  • Red and fallow deer sightings
  • Perfect blend of nature and history

🌳 Cademan Woods

Tucked away and oh-so-romantic! Cademan Woods is perfect if you’re dreaming of an intimate shoot surrounded by tall trees, winding paths, and wildflowers. It’s serene, secluded, and simply beautiful.

Why We Love It:

  • Quiet, natural setting
  • Tall trees and winding paths
  • Picture-perfect any time of year

🏰 Grace Dieu Priory Ruins

There’s something magical about shooting among ancient ruins. These 13th-century priory remains offer a unique, atmospheric setting. The stone arches catch the light beautifully, especially in the evening—perfect for cozy, romantic shots.

Why We Love It:

  • Rich history and stunning stonework
  • Romantic, secluded corners
  • Golden hour glow through ancient arches

🌟 New Locations We’re Excited About:

🌲 Swithland Woods

A peaceful woodland paradise with walking trails, streams, and ponds. We’re picturing dreamy reflections and soft, natural light filtering through the trees.


🦢 Watermead Country Park

Between Leicester and Loughborough, this park has it all—lakes, wildlife, and a charming bridge. Ideal for couples who love nature and want variety in their shots.


🚂 Great Central Railway

Imagine a couples shoot with vintage steam trains and classic platforms. Unique, nostalgic, and definitely on our must-shoot list!


🏰 Newstead Abbey (Nottinghamshire)

A little further afield but worth the trip. Stunning gardens, historic architecture, and hidden corners—perfect for romantic shoots with a touch of grandeur.



🌺 Calke Abbey

This beautiful National Trust site offers a mix of elegant gardens, historic buildings, and hidden woodlands. A photographer’s dream!

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A couple in wedding attire poses elegantly on stone steps between classical columns at a historic building.
A bride and groom pose together outside a historic stone building during their wedding photoshoot at dusk.
A couple in wedding attire share a romantic moment on stone steps with elegant columns in the background.
Shimmering metallic blue gown stands out against vibrant purple flowers and sculptured topiary garden on a sunny day.
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A figure in a shimmering blue evening gown poses elegantly along a sunlit garden path framed by lush green hedges.
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Let’s Make Some Magic!

We’re always ready to explore these spots and create unforgettable memories. Being local means we can often head out on short notice, weather permitting! So, if any of these locations speak to you, drop us a line via our couples contact form, and let’s get a date in the diary!