Yorkshire WEDDINGS

Yorkshire is a big place to get married in. Medieval barns in the Dales, country estates with their own deer parks, a market town at the foot of the hills and a coastline that runs from Whitby down past Scarborough. As a Yorkshire wedding photographer, I've photographed couples at places like the Tithe Barn at Bolton Abbey, the Coniston Hotel and Swinton Estate, and each one had its own kind of beautiful.

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why get married in Yorkshire?



Because it's really several places in one. The Yorkshire Dales give you limestone, dry stone walls and wide open valleys. North Yorkshire adds York's old streets, the North York Moors and the seaside. And in between there are market towns like Skipton, where you can do the legal bit in the morning and be out in the hills by lunchtime.


Yorkshire also does proper hospitality. Country houses, old inns and barns that have stood for centuries, plenty of them with rooms so your guests can stay over and make a weekend of it.



From 20 guests in a country inn to 200 in a country house, there's room for every kind of wedding here.





Bride in a flowing white tiered gown and groom in a light gray suit with bow tie embrace in a grassy field at sunset
Smiling bridesmaid in a plum dress carries an orange and yellow bouquet down the aisle of a rustic wedding venue with wooden beams.

my approach to Yorkshire wedding photography


I'm a documentary wedding photographer at heart. I spend most of your day watching rather than directing, and photograph things as they happen: the nerves, the cuddles, the chaos on the dance floor. When you do want a hand (family groups, a few portraits), I'll give you simple prompts and get you back to your guests quickly.


Yorkshire light makes my job easy. Big skies, low autumn sun over the hills and long summer evenings mean we often only need ten minutes outside to get something you'll want on your wall.


If you're looking for a documentary wedding photographer in Yorkshire, you'll find more on my documentary wedding photography and candid wedding photography pages. Fancy some grain and nostalgia? Have a look at 35mm film wedding photography. The full breakdown of a day with me is on my full day wedding photography page.

Bride in a white gown holding a bouquet stands beside a vintage cream wedding car while a chauffeur waits on a gravel driveway.

where I photograph across yorkshire


I cover the whole county. Here's how it breaks down.


the Yorkshire Dales

Limestone, field barns and rivers you could paddle in (please don't, in the dress). If you want big landscapes in your photos, start here. My Yorkshire Dales wedding photographer page covers the Tithe Barn at Bolton Abbey, outdoor portraits and adventure sessions.


Skipton

The market town on the edge of the Dales, with a castle, a canal and a register office you can leave by boat. Venues, the register office and my favourite spots in town are on my wedding photographer in Skipton page.


North Yorkshire

York, the Moors and the coast, plus country estates like Swinton and Hackness Grange. It's all on my North Yorkshire wedding photographer page.


I'm happy to travel to West, South and East Yorkshire too, and just over the Pennines I also photograph weddings in Cheshire, Lancashire and the Lake District.

Yorkshire wedding venues I've photographed


Yorkshire has some of the best wedding venues in the north, from medieval barns to lakeside estates. Here are the ones I know well:


Not on the list? Send me your venue and I'll start working out where the light falls.



/ The Tithe Barn

/ The Tempest Arms

/ Hackness Grange

/ The Coniston Hotel

/ Swinton Estate

/ Sandburn hall

small weddings and register office weddings in Yorkshire


A small Yorkshire wedding can be something really special. A handful of guests in a country inn, a long lunch, then out into the hills for photos. My micro wedding coverage is made for up to 30 guests, with 2 to 4 hours for your ceremony, portraits and time with your favourite people. For smaller wedding venues in Yorkshire, the Tempest Arms is a good example: its ceremony suite seats up to 60 guests.


Most of the county's register offices are run by North Yorkshire Council, with offices in places like Skipton, Harrogate, Scarborough and Whitby. York has its own register office, run by City of York Council. Fun fact: at Skipton you can arrive or leave by canal boat. More on that on my Skipton page.


After a register office ceremony, lots of couples head out for an adventure session in the Dales, either straight away or on another day. Bring a flask of something fizzy

Bride in a strapless white tiered ruffle wedding gown with a long train stands in a grassy field holding a bouquet, facing trees.

planning your Cheshire wedding

A few things worth knowing before you book anything:

Black and white photo of a bride and groom holding hands and walking uphill through a grassy field with grazing sheep in the distance.

01. Mind the distances

Yorkshire is huge, and getting from Skipton to the coast is a proper drive. Keep your ceremony, venue and guest accommodation close together.


02. Pack for four seasons

The weather on the tops can turn in minutes. Layers, clear umbrellas and a pair of wellies in the car will save the day.


Emotional groom in a gray suit wipes his eyes as a bride with a bouquet approaches during a black and white wedding ceremony.

03. Check which council your registrar comes from

It's North Yorkshire Council for most of the county and City of York Council for York. Book them early, and remember you each give notice at least 29 days before the wedding, at the register office where you live.


Bride in a white strapless gown and groom in a tan vest and bow tie drink shots together at a lively wedding reception.

04. Make a weekend of it

Lots of Yorkshire venues have rooms on site, so your guests can stay over and you can all have a slow breakfast the morning after.


Smiling bridesmaid in a dark brown dress carries an orange and yellow bouquet down the aisle of a rustic barn wedding venue.

05. Plan pORTraits around the light


06. [Magda's top tip]

how much does a Yorkshire wedding photographer cost?

Check out our Pricing

FULL DAY WEDDING

PHOTOGRAPHY


from £2200

2027 weddings

SIGNATURE PACKAGE

from £2700

adds a second photographer

and a roll of 35mm film

MICRO WEDDINGS AND

HOURLY

from £600

for 2 hours

My full day wedding photography for 2027 starts from £2200. That covers one photographer from getting ready to the dance floor, a complimentary engagement shoot, planning support, a private online gallery, sneak peeks within 5 days and travel within the UK. Want two photographers and a roll of 35mm film? The signature package starts from £2700.


Micro weddings and hourly coverage start from £600 for 2 hours, with travel charged separately (you'll get a simple guide to the costs up front). Extras include a second photographer for £450, a highlight video for £800 and albums from £400. Everything is on my wedding packages page.

FAQ

Do you charge for travel to Yorkshire?

Not for full day weddings: travel anywhere in the UK is included. For hourly coverage and micro weddings, travel is charged separately and you'll know the cost before you book.

What if we've booked a venue you haven't shot at?

No problem at all. I always arrive early to get to know the place, and we'll have a pre-wedding meeting before the day to go through your timeline and every little detail.

Are you insured?

Yes, fully. I've got public liability and professional indemnity insurance, and I'm happy to send proof to your venue if they ask.

Can we get married outside in Yorkshire?

Yes, within the grounds of a venue approved for weddings. Sandburn Hall holds ceremonies in its White Rose Garden, and Elena and Marcus said their vows by the lake at the Coniston Hotel. My guide on how to legally get married in the UK explains the rules.

Can we have our engagement shoot in Yorkshire?

Yes! Every full day package includes a complimentary engagement shoot. The Dales, the canal in Skipton or a breezy walk on the coast all make great backdrops, and it's a good way to get comfy in front of the camera.

When will we get our photos?

A sneak peek lands within 5 days. Your full gallery follows within 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the time of year.