Portsmouth life has changed so much since then, but loved-up couples have still found time to say their vows between and during Covid-19 restrictions.
We asked online readers of The News, Portsmouth to share with us their lockdown wedding photos – and the responses were beautiful.
Here’s the first 30 snaps from their special days, with a second gallery soon to follow.
If you’ve already sent us a photo, don’t worry, we’ll make sure you’re included.
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25. 30 stunning photos of Portsmouth’s lockdown weddings
Carole married on 26.9.20. She said: 'We had a much smaller wedding than planned as our first was cancelled. We had the best day ever and wouldn't change a thing - it was perfect. Our nearest and dearest there, a wonderful day.' Photo: Carole Harris
26. 30 stunning photos of Portsmouth’s lockdown weddings
Bethany and Ryan got married on 24.10.20. Bethany said: 'My friends and family surprised us by seeing us outside the church, which we loved. We currently have a reception booked this year in October (fingers crossed no lockdown then) so that we can celebrate with our friends and family properly.' Photo: Bethany Revill
27. 30 stunning photos of Portsmouth’s lockdown weddings
Anne-marie married on 4.11.20. She said: 'So our wedding was supposed to be in June last year in May we postponed it until March this year and it looks like we're going to have to postpone again. We managed to do our legal part at the registry office on the 4th of November the day before the next lockdown was put in place. We only had our witnesses no other family or friends or even our children present. So my wedding dress is still being looked after by my maid of honour and all my wedding items are in storage for now.' Photo: Annie-marie Mackintosh
28. 30 stunning photos of Portsmouth’s lockdown weddings
Andrea married on 27.7.20. She said: 'We were married on 27th July 2020 in Manchester, just before they went into tier 4. Didn’t think it was going to happen until a few days before.' Photo: Andrea Morton