London Elopement and Town Hall Weddings

Beautiful, refined photography for London town hall weddings and intimate city celebrations

Planning a wedding in London?

Whether you’re getting married at one of London’s iconic town halls or celebrating somewhere quietly in the city, we offer relaxed, all-inclusive photography for couples who want the day to feel easy, natural, and genuinely enjoyable.

Nothing is overdone and nothing feels forced. There’s no rigid schedule, no awkward posing, and no turning the day into a photoshoot. Just calm, thoughtful photography that fits around your day while documenting the atmosphere, the people, and all the little moments that make London weddings feel so special.

The photographs are natural and relaxed, but still refined; honest images that feel like your day, with all the style, energy, and character that comes with getting married in London.
Some of the most popular London town hall wedding venues include Old Marylebone Town Hall, Chelsea Old Town Hall, Islington Town Hall and Hackney Town Hall - all brilliant choices for smaller weddings and elopements. They each have their own character, but all work beautifully for simple ceremonies, relaxed celebrations, and photographs that feel effortless and natural.

We’ve photographed a lot of weddings across London, so we know these venues well - how the ceremonies tend to flow, where the best light falls, and the quieter streets and corners nearby that work beautifully for portraits without taking you away from your guests for too long.

If you’re getting married somewhere else in London, that works just as well. Whether it’s another registry office, a hotel, or somewhere more understated, the approach stays the same; keeping things easygoing, working with the city rather than against it, and making the most of the atmosphere that comes with getting married in London. Sometimes it’s the black cabs passing by, the architecture, the busy streets, or just the feeling of the city in the background that gives the photos their character.
Real moments from London town hall weddings
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Our London Wedding photography Packages 

Here are our two simple packages for London weddings and elopements. Everything is included in the price, with no extra travel costs or overnight fees for London dates
2 Hour Coverage

Perfect for smaller London weddings, elopements, and simple town hall ceremonies.

- Arrival and pre-ceremony moments
- Full ceremony coverage
- Confetti, family photographs, and relaxed portraits nearby
- A natural set of beautifully edited images
- Online gallery with high-resolution edited images


£750
3 Hour Coverage

With extra time, there’s space to properly enjoy London together, whether that’s wandering through nearby streets for portraits or stopping for a drink with guests afterwards.

Everything included in the 2 hour package plus:
- More relaxed couples portraits across multiple nearby locations
- Extra candid coverage with guests
- Drinks reception, dinner, or post-ceremony celebrations


£1100

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How far in advance should we book a London wedding?

London dates, especially town halls and summer weekends, tend to book up quickly. Most couples secure their photographer 12–18 months in advance, but it’s always worth checking even if your date is sooner — we sometimes have last-minute availability.

Do you photograph weddings at London town halls?

Yes — we regularly photograph weddings at London’s registry offices and town halls, including Old Marylebone, Chelsea, Islington and Hackney. We know the flow of these venues well and where to get the best nearby portraits without taking you too far from your guests.

What’s included in your London wedding packages?

Everything you need for a simple, relaxed London wedding. All packages include edited high-resolution images, an online gallery, and printing rights. There are no extra travel costs for London weddings.

How long do you recommend for a London town hall wedding?

Most London town hall ceremonies work really well within 2–3 hours of coverage. This allows time for arrivals, the ceremony itself, confetti and family photographs outside, and a short relaxed portrait session nearby.

How quickly will we get our London wedding photos?

Your full gallery is delivered within 6 weeks. For London weddings, we also send a small preview gallery within 48 hours so you’ve got a few favourites to share straight away.

What happens if it rains on our London wedding day?

Rain is very much part of London, and it rarely gets in the way. We’re used to working around it and know plenty of covered spots near most town halls for relaxed, natural portraits if needed.

Do you charge travel for London weddings?

No — all London travel is included in our pricing, including town halls and central venues. There are no hidden travel or accommodation fees.

Can we do portraits around London after the ceremony?

Yes — and this is often one of the nicest parts of the day. We’ll usually step away briefly with you to nearby streets, parks or quiet corners for relaxed portraits that feel natural and unposed.

Are you insured?

Yes, we have full professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and can provide documents for any London venue if required.

What happens if you can’t make it to our London wedding?

In the very unlikely event of an emergency, we have a trusted network of photographers who can step in. Your images would still be edited by us in our usual style, so everything remains consistent.

Can I have the RAW files?

We don’t supply RAW files, as they don’t reflect the finished work. Every image you receive is fully edited in our signature style and ready to print or share.

What equipment do you use?

We use professional Sony cameras and a range of prime lenses, with full backup equipment on every London wedding to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

How do we book?

1. Get in touch

Send us your London venue, date and a few details through the enquiry form. We’ll respond within 48 hours.

2. Quick chat

A relaxed call to go through timings, your plans for the day, and what matters most to you.

3. Secure your date

A 20% non-refundable deposit secures your booking. The remaining balance is due 4 weeks before your wedding.

4. Enjoy the day

Once you’re booked in, everything is taken care of. You just enjoy London — we’ll handle the rest.

What you get

All of our packages include the following as standard:

  • Two photographers: We come as a pair for every wedding we shoot.
  • Pre-wedding shoot: A great chance for you to feel more relaxed with us before the big day.
  • High-resolution images: Delivered within 6 weeks.
  • Online gallery: Password protected, unlimited downloads, shareable and print-ready.
  • No travel costs: Within 100 miles of S35.
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Wedding Photography Packages & Pricing

We know that wedding planning can be stressful and overwhelming. To try and keep it simple, we offer two standard package options below. However, we know that no two weddings are the same, so if neither package suits your needs, then please get in touch for a personalised quote.

What's included as standard?
We come as a pair! Which means there will always be 2 photographers at every wedding we shoot. Your high resolution edited images will be delivered within 6 weeks of your wedding day. We provide images in an online password protected gallery that you can share with your family and friends, download from as many times as you like and even order prints from. 

If you want to customise your photography package further, you can pick from our extras list, or get in contact for a personalised quote.

Bespoke handcrafted albums
We work with local printers to create beautiful handmade wedding albums for you to cherish forever. Prices vary, so please ask for a quote when you book.

Fully insured.
We are both fully insured for public liability and professional indemnity.

Travel costs
There are no travel costs within a 100 mile radius of S35. After this an additional cost to cover travel and potential over night stay will be incurred for any service we offer. Please get in touch for more information.

Destination Weddings
Is your wedding taking you abroad? We both love to travel and would love to join you wherever your wedding day takes you. The photography packages are the same price, with our only additional costs being for travel and accommodation. Please get in touch and we can discuss your plans.

Full Day Coverage

From bridal/groom prep to the first dance.
Up to 10 hours coverage.
600+ photos.
£1600

Half Day Coverage

From bridal/groom prep to the wedding breakfast. Usually includes ceremony, group shots and couple's portraits.
Up to 5 hours coverage.
350+ photos.
£1000

Extras

Extended coverage
£150/hr
1 hour pre-wedding shoot
£225
Faster editing (2 week delivery)
£300

Town hall/registry office weddings

For smaller groups or shorter weddings, we can also be booked by the hour. The price for this is £150/hr for a minimum of 2 hours.

How to book

Booking with us is easy!
Simply get in touch via our enquiry form to tell us about your date, location, and vision and we’ll get back to you shortly to confirm availability and chat through your plans. To secure your date, we require a £300 non-refundable deposit at the time of booking, with the final balance due 4 weeks before your wedding day. Once your booking is confirmed, you can relax knowing you're in safe hands!
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