Wedding Photography Costs in the UK (2026)
UK wedding photographers charge £1,500-4,500 for full-day coverage. London and South East prices sit at the top end, while excellent photographers in the Midlands, North, and Scotland offer better value.
Updated for 2026
Average photography cost in United Kingdom
Range: £1,500 – £4,500
What you’re paying for
Half-day (5-6 hours)
Ceremony through to cake cutting
£800 – £1,800
Full-day (8-10 hours)
Getting ready through to evening party
Edited gallery of 400-600 images, online gallery for sharing
£1,500 – £3,500
Premium (10+ hours + extras)
Engagement shoot, album, second shooter, prints
£3,000 – £4,500
Engagement shoot
1-2 hour portrait session
£150 – £400
How to save on photography
Book a photographer outside London
Photographers in the Midlands and North charge 20-40% less and will happily travel for a small fee.
Choose a newer photographer with a strong portfolio
Photographers in their first 2-3 years of weddings often charge £1,000-1,500 for full-day coverage.
Common questions
How much do London wedding photographers charge?
£2,500-4,500 for full-day coverage. Budget options exist at £1,200-1,800 but vet their portfolio carefully.