Price Guide
How Much Does a Wedding Photographer Really Cost?
Compare prices for 12 services across 343 UK locations. Data-driven pricing updated for .
National pricing
Wedding Photographer Prices
National average prices. Select a city below for local pricing.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Coverage | £1,000 | £1,800 | £3,000 | 8-12 hours |
| Half Day Coverage | £500 | £900 | £1,500 | 4-5 hours |
| Engagement Shoot | £100 | £200 | £350 | 1-2 hours |
| Second Photographer | £300 | £500 | £750 | Full day |
| Album Design and Print | £250 | £450 | £800 | 4-8 weeks after wedding |
| Drone or Aerial Photography | £150 | £300 | £500 | 30-60 minutes of flight time |
| Photo Booth Hire | £300 | £500 | £800 | 3-4 hours |
| Bridal Portraits | £100 | £200 | £400 | 1-2 hours |
| Ceremony Only Coverage | £250 | £450 | £700 | 1-2 hours |
| Prints Package | £100 | £250 | £500 | 2-4 weeks delivery |
| Digital Gallery Only | £600 | £1,200 | £2,000 | 6-10 hours coverage |
| Elopement Package | £300 | £700 | £1,500 | 2-4 hours |
Full Day Coverage
Low
£1,000
Average
£1,800
High
£3,000
8-12 hours
Half Day Coverage
Low
£500
Average
£900
High
£1,500
4-5 hours
Engagement Shoot
Low
£100
Average
£200
High
£350
1-2 hours
Second Photographer
Low
£300
Average
£500
High
£750
Full day
Album Design and Print
Low
£250
Average
£450
High
£800
4-8 weeks after wedding
Drone or Aerial Photography
Low
£150
Average
£300
High
£500
30-60 minutes of flight time
Photo Booth Hire
Low
£300
Average
£500
High
£800
3-4 hours
Bridal Portraits
Low
£100
Average
£200
High
£400
1-2 hours
Ceremony Only Coverage
Low
£250
Average
£450
High
£700
1-2 hours
Prints Package
Low
£100
Average
£250
High
£500
2-4 weeks delivery
Digital Gallery Only
Low
£600
Average
£1,200
High
£2,000
6-10 hours coverage
Elopement Package
Low
£300
Average
£700
High
£1,500
2-4 hours
Regional comparison
Full Day Coverage by City
Average cost of full day coverage across key UK cities.
Local pricing
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Overview
What Does a Wedding Photographer Do?
A wedding photographer provides professional services covering professional wedding photography including coverage, albums, editing and special shoots. They cover a range of services from straightforward options to more complex, bespoke work. Choosing the right photographer ensures you get quality results and a professional experience.
You should hire a wedding photographer whenever you need specialist expertise or professional-grade results. The right photographer brings experience, proper equipment, and industry knowledge that makes a real difference to the outcome.
Pricing for wedding photographer services depends on the complexity of what you need, the options chosen, and where you live in the UK. Simpler services sit at the lower end of the scale, while more involved or premium options will be significantly more expensive. The prices on this page give you a realistic range for each type of service so you know what to expect before getting quotes.
When hiring a wedding photographer, always get at least three quotes from different wedding professionals. Read recent reviews and ask for references. Always check portfolios, reviews and availability. A reputable photographer will be happy to provide a detailed breakdown of costs and explain exactly what is included in their quote.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about wedding photographer costs in the UK.