Wedding Planning Advice
Is Wedding Videography Worth It?
Rather than a sales pitch, an honest account of what a wedding film actually gives you — and what you lose if you don't have one. From a filmmaker with over 200 weddings.
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How Much Does a Wedding Videographer Cost in the UK?
UK wedding videography pricing ranges from £500 to £6,000+. A luxury filmmaker explains what's behind the gap — and where the money actually matters.
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How to Choose a Wedding Videographer
Most couples start by watching a few films and picking the one that looks best. That's not a terrible approach, but it's an incomplete one. Here's what to actually look for.
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Wedding Videographer vs Photographer — Do You Need Both?
Do you really need both a videographer and a photographer? A luxury wedding filmmaker explains what each captures, where they overlap, and how to make a decision you'll be happy with in thirty years' time.
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Why I Don't Share Weddings on Instagram Anymore
I used to post weddings on Instagram regularly. As of January 2026, I've stopped — and here's why protecting couples' privacy matters more to me than social reach.
Real Weddings
Royal Automobile Club Wedding Film | Alice & Archie's Wedding at the RAC Club, Pall Mall
Alice and Archie's autumn wedding at The Royal Automobile Club on Pall Mall — ceremony at St Stephen's Dulwich, red double-decker buses across London, and a joyful reception in one of the city's finest private members' clubs.
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Cornwell Manor Wedding Film | Laura & Alex's Three-Day Cotswolds Summer Wedding
Laura and Alex's three-day summer wedding at Cornwell Manor in the Cotswolds — ceremony at All Saints Church, confetti, sparklers, and a full weekend celebration for 143 guests on a private Oxfordshire estate.
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V&A Museum Wedding Film | Zoe & Dominik's Evening Wedding at the Victoria and Albert Museum
Zoe and Dominik's evening wedding at the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington — first look in the galleries at 6pm, ceremony at 7pm, and dancing until 2am in one of London's most extraordinary buildings.
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Salisbury Cathedral Wedding Film | Amy & Harry's Wedding at Salisbury Cathedral and Myles Place
Amy and Harry's summer wedding at Salisbury Cathedral with a reception at a private home in The Cathedral Close — 200 guests, a ceremony beneath England's tallest spire, and dancing into the night.
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Pylewell Park Wedding Film | Emma & Jonathan's Weekend Wedding in Hampshire
Emma and Jonathan's weekend wedding at Pylewell Park near Lymington — outdoor ceremony overlooking the Solent, ceilidh dancing, and a three-day celebration for 107 guests on one of Hampshire's most beautiful private estates.
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Cornwell Manor Summer Wedding Film | Raina & Ben's Cotswolds Wedding
Raina and Ben's summer wedding at Cornwell Manor on the longest day of the year — ceremony at All Saints Church Churchill with a 28-person Welsh Male Voice Choir, golden Cotswolds light, and dancing well into the evening.
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Wilderness Reserve Wedding Film — Jolie & Dean's Suffolk Country Estate Weekend
Jolie and Dean's 140-guest weekend wedding at Wilderness Reserve in Suffolk — wild swim morning, Walled Garden ceremony, brass band arrival at Sibton Park, and a surprise basement afterparty with Fleetmac Wood.
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Brompton Oratory Wedding Film | Natalya & Hugo's Wedding at Brompton Oratory and Spring Restaurant
Natalya and Hugo's spring wedding at Brompton Oratory and Spring Restaurant, Somerset House — a Catholic ceremony in one of London's grandest Baroque churches, followed by an intimate reception for 72 guests on the Strand.
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Cornwell Manor Wedding Film | Sadie & Ben's Weekend Cotswolds Wedding
Sadie and Ben's three-day weekend wedding at Cornwell Manor in the Cotswolds — ceremony beneath a floral arch, reception in a Bohemia Canvas tent, and a pool party the following day.
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From Castles to Coastlines: 5 Luxury Dorset Wedding Venues that will take your breath away
From Castles to Coastlines: Discover the most romantic Dorset wedding venues and tie the knot in style with our ultimate guide.
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Best Wedding Videographer in the UK
Over an 8-year career, Arran Kenny has received multiple international awards for wedding filmmaking — but the feedback that matters most comes directly from couples.
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How to choose your photographer: A filmmaker's perspective
Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you'll make — and as a filmmaker who works alongside photographers every weekend, I have a unique perspective on what to look for.
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Wedding Planning UK: 5 ways to help your Wedding Videographer
5 practical tips from a wedding filmmaker that will help your videographer make the best possible film of your day.
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Intimate Lockdown Wedding – Marylebone Town Hall
Julia and Oliver's determined, intimate September wedding at the Old Marylebone Town Hall — just four guests, custom vows, and a sun-drenched wander through Regent's Park.
Behind the Scenes
How do I keep your memories safe?
From three-camera setups at the ceremony to triple off-site backups after the wedding — here's exactly how your memories are protected.
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How I apply Film Theory to my Wedding films
Film theory isn't just for Hollywood — the same principles that make great cinema emotionally resonant can be applied to wedding filmmaking to help couples truly relive their day.
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Perfect Wedding Timeline – What time should your Ceremony be?
Planning your wedding timeline is one of the most important decisions you'll make. Here's what leading wedding professionals recommend for getting the timing just right.
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Cosy Winter Wedding – Iscoyd Park, Gloucestershire
Lucy and Glynn's stunning winter wedding at Iscoyd Park, filmed just days before Christmas with beautiful natural light, heartfelt speeches, and surprise singing waiters.
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Summer Wedding Film – Quendon Hall, Essex
Josh and Victoria's warm, joyful summer wedding at Quendon Hall, Essex — a beautiful congregation of family and friends, heartfelt speeches, and a huge party on the dance floor.
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Whirlwind Romance Wedding Film – Tower Bridge, London
Juan and Natalie's whirlwind romance culminated in a grand Catholic ceremony near Tower Bridge, a confetti-filled exit through Wapping, and one of the best wedding parties Arran has ever filmed.
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Why I've started shooting handheld more
Moving away from monopods and towards handheld shooting has transformed the way I work — making me faster, more discreet, and better at capturing genuine moments.
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How Videographers and Photographers can work together to make your Wedding perfect
One of the most common concerns couples have is whether their photographer and videographer will get in each other's way. Here's how great professionals make it work seamlessly.
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London Wedding – Cavalry and Guards Club, Mayfair
When I first met Fenella and Henry for a coffee, it was a really beautiful day. We were able to sit outside in the sun whilst we got to know each other
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3 reasons why you should have an Unplugged Wedding Ceremony
Smartphones are everywhere, but they can cause real problems at your wedding ceremony. Here are 3 compelling reasons to go unplugged on your big day.
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Why I went to the UK's first Wedding Filmmaker Retreat
RISE was the UK's first wedding filmmaker retreat — 75 filmmakers in Cornwall for three days of talks, workshops, and unexpected friendships.
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3 Steps to Preserve your Wedding Film Forever
Your wedding film USB has arrived — now make sure it lasts forever. Here are 3 essential steps to protect and preserve your wedding footage for years to come.
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Why do we make short films?
The days of the marathon wedding VHS are over — here's why short cinematic films deliver a far better viewing experience than long ones.
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Jewish Wedding – St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel, London
Set in the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel in the centre of London, Leah and Elliot's wedding was visually unparalleled. From the grand venue (dressed to
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Why I became a Wedding Filmmaker
From law school in Nottingham to wedding filmmaker — the story of how a year abroad in France set Arran on an entirely different path.
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Why Wedding Filmmakers have to kill their darlings
The tension between artistry and purpose is at the heart of wedding filmmaking — sometimes the best shot for the film isn't the one the couple most wants to see.
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The Myths of Being Self-Employed
Everyone thinks working for yourself is a dream — here's an honest look at the reality of being self-employed as a wedding filmmaker.
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The Cost of Drone Cinematography
Drones are everywhere today — but do you know what it actually costs and takes to use one legally in your wedding film?