How can we save money?

Decide which parts of the day you really need covered. Ask for a weekday or out-of-season price. Add the album later – it can usually be ordered after the wedding.

How much does a wedding photographer cost?

Q: What affects the price?

Hours of coverage – from preparations to the first dance. Experience and style. A second photographer. Albums, prints and travel.

£1,484

The average UK couple spends £1,484 on a wedding photographer, according to the Bridebook UK Wedding Report 2026 (7,000 newly married and planning couples).

That's about 7.2% of the average UK wedding budget of £20,604.

What affects the price?

Hours of coverage – from preparations to the first dance
Experience and style
A second photographer
Albums, prints and travel

Ways to save

Decide which parts of the day you really need covered
Ask for a weekday or out-of-season price
Add the album later – it can usually be ordered after the wedding

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Source: Bridebook UK Wedding Report 2026 – average spend reported by 7,000 newly married and planning couples. Prices from suppliers on Wedding UK are their own starting prices and may change; always ask for a quote.