Ashleigh & Miguel · Ayrshire · 12 July 2026

Trump Turnberry Wedding Photographer

Looking for a Trump Turnberry wedding photographer? I’m John Clark, and I photograph weddings here on the Ayrshire coast with a relaxed, documentary approach.

Ashleigh and Miguel found my work through photographs I’d made at Turnberry. Their day brought together an emotional ceremony, a four-legged ring bearer, lighthouse portraits and a brilliant party at sunset.

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Miguel dipping Ashleigh for a kiss beneath a shower of confetti outside Trump Turnberry.
Ashleigh and Miguel’s wedding stationery, jewellery, white shoes and bridal fan.
Ashleigh having her make-up finished while holding the couple’s dog before the wedding.
Miguel and his wedding party walking outside Trump Turnberry in the sunshine.
Bridesmaids arranging Ashleigh’s dress and veil on the lawn outside Turnberry.
Black-and-white portrait of Ashleigh looking down, with her veil over her shoulder.
Ashleigh walking arm in arm with a man in a kilt through Turnberry’s wood-panelled corridor.
Miguel waiting at the front of the ceremony room as guests turn towards the aisle.
Ashleigh and Miguel’s wedding ceremony framed by tall white floral arrangements.
Black-and-white view of Ashleigh and Miguel exchanging vows beside the ceremony-room windows.
Ashleigh and Miguel facing one another beneath the chandeliers during their ceremony.
Ashleigh and Miguel standing beneath a white floral arch at their Turnberry wedding.
A bridesmaid in a pale pink dress smiling and holding a white bouquet.
A bridesmaid seated with her bouquet during Ashleigh and Miguel’s ceremony.
Ashleigh and Miguel smiling together during their wedding ceremony.
A wedding guest in a cream outfit smiling during the ceremony.
Miguel smiling as he holds Ashleigh’s hand during the exchange of rings.
Ashleigh and Miguel sharing a kiss in front of their seated wedding guests.
Ashleigh raising her bouquet as she and Miguel walk back down the aisle.
Ashleigh and Miguel walking between guests throwing confetti outside Turnberry.
Ashleigh hugging a wedding guest in the sunshine after the ceremony.
Miguel embracing a wedding guest outside after the ceremony.

Why I love photographing weddings at Turnberry

Ashleigh and Miguel embracing beside the fountain with Trump Turnberry behind them.

I absolutely love photographing weddings at Trump Turnberry. The white exterior, fountain and coastal setting give us so much variety before we even step inside. Then there are the chandeliers, window light and wood-panelled corridors: plenty of places for relaxed portraits whatever the weather.

The team make such a difference too. I loved how well Ashleigh, Miguel and their guests were looked after. They made a whole weekend of it, which gave the celebration that lovely feeling of everyone being away together.

A ceremony full of personal touches

Ashleigh and Miguel holding their dog for a wedding portrait beside Turnberry’s fountain.
White floral arrangements and gold chairs beneath chandeliers in the Turnberry ceremony room.

Their handfasting was a lovely part of the ceremony, but their dog nearly stole the show as ring bearer. Having their dog there meant so much to Ashleigh and Miguel, and I couldn’t resist making time for a portrait of all three of them.

Ashleigh and Miguel with their wedding party outside, with the Ayrshire coast behind them.
Ashleigh and Miguel posing beneath a chandelier, with her dress train spread across the floor.
A wedding guest in a pale blue hat laughing outdoors at the reception.
Miguel kissing Ashleigh’s forehead during a quiet portrait outdoors.
Black-and-white portrait of Ashleigh and Miguel in the wood-panelled corridor beneath the 1906 sign.
Black-and-white close portrait of Miguel smiling at Ashleigh through her veil.

Wedding portraits at Turnberry Lighthouse

Ashleigh and Miguel walking through the coastal landscape near Turnberry Lighthouse.

The fountain and hotel grounds are lovely for portraits close to your guests. The lighthouse is another favourite of mine. I usually allow around five to ten minutes for the drive each way, plus time for photographs, and we agree the timing with the venue. After dinner can work well in summer; later in the year, we may need to go earlier to catch the daylight.

Miguel kissing Ashleigh’s forehead on the path leading to Turnberry Lighthouse.
Ashleigh and Miguel embracing on the lighthouse path, with her veil lifted by the breeze.

The speeches: every reaction tells a story

Miguel holding a microphone beside Ashleigh at the top table beneath a white floral arch.
Two wedding guests laughing together at a reception table.

The speeches are one of my favourite parts of a wedding to photograph. I’m watching the speaker, but also the glances and laughter around the tables. Those little reactions bring you straight back to how the day felt.

A party, a champagne spray and an Ayrshire sunset

These two knew how to celebrate. From the dance floor to a champagne spray outside, there was so much energy and laughter. We also slipped out for a few portraits as the sun went down over the Ayrshire coast. What a finish to a fantastic day.

Black-and-white photograph of Miguel dipping Ashleigh on the chequered dance floor as guests watch.
Ashleigh and Miguel celebrating with a champagne spray on the terrace, photographed in black and white.
Miguel lifting Ashleigh on the terrace beneath an orange Ayrshire sunset.
Ashleigh and Miguel sharing a kiss in warm sunset light at Turnberry.
“John thank you so so much. I don’t even have the words for how incredible these photos are. You are so talented, thank you for all of your hard work and for just being a joy all day.”A message shared after Ashleigh and Miguel’s wedding

Planning your Turnberry wedding photographs

What if it rains?

Turnberry has beautiful indoor spaces, from bright windows and chandeliers to wood-panelled corridors. We can work with those and make the most of any dry spells, so your photographs don’t depend on sunshine.

Can we have lighthouse and sunset portraits?

Yes, we can plan time for the lighthouse and keep an eye on the evening light. The best timing depends on your ceremony, meal and the time of year. Sunset is a lovely bonus when the weather plays along.

Can our dog be in the photographs?

Ashleigh and Miguel’s dog joined their day as ring bearer and appeared in their portraits too. If you’d like yours involved, agree the arrangements with the venue beforehand and have someone ready to look after them between photographs.

For current venue arrangements, visit Trump Turnberry weddings and venue information.

Ashleigh and Miguel’s wedding team

  • Venue Trump Turnberry
  • Photography John Clark Photos
  • Dress The Bridal Collection
  • Florist Flower Vogue, Greenock
  • Wedding co-ordinator Mollie (Turnberry)
  • Suits Naval uniform
  • Make-up Darcy Duncan
  • Hair Lyndsey
  • Videography Andrew Lenihan
  • Ceremony Maureen Sweeney

Getting married at Trump Turnberry?

I’d love to hear your plans. Tell me your wedding date and a little about the day you’re putting together.

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