Looking for a Wedding Photographer in the Cotswolds
Looking for a Wedding Photographer in the Cotswolds? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
If you’re searching for a wedding photographer in the Cotswolds, welcome — you’ve landed in the right place. I’m Pedge, a Cheltenham-based photographer capturing weddings across Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, and the wider Cotswolds. From luxury manor houses to rustic barns and countryside celebrations, I specialise in natural, relaxed photography that feels like you.
This guide covers everything you need to know about choosing a Cotswolds wedding photographer, along with real examples from some of the incredible venues and wedding settings across the region. If you’re planning a wedding in this beautiful part of the UK, this should give you a solid starting point — and a bit of inspiration too.
Why the Cotswolds Is One of the Best Places to Get Married
The Cotswolds is packed with character — rolling countryside, golden-stone buildings, historic venues, warm pubs, barns, farms, elegant hotels, and those famous honey-coloured villages.
It’s no surprise couples travel from all over the world to get married here.
I’ve photographed a whole range of weddings across the Cotswolds, including:
- Manor By The Lake
- The Pear Tree Purton
- Hare & Hounds, Westonbirt
- Ellenborough Park Hotel
- Church + barn combinations around Burford, Witney, Stow & the wider area
- Farm and marquee weddings across Gloucestershire, Hereford and Wales
- Rustic pubs, small village celebrations, and countryside estates
Each venue brings its own personality and style — which makes photographing weddings here such a joy.
Aimee & Oliver’s gorgeous wedding day at The Pear Tree in Purton.
This wedding was at the end of September and being local means I know exactly the timing of when the sun goes down and what area it falls.
The Pear Tree is an idyllic loaction for a gorgeous wedding.
What to Look For in a Cotswolds Wedding Photographer
Someone with real Cotswolds experience
The landscapes here are unique: warm-toned stone, deep greens, rolling hills, and ever-changing light.
A photographer who knows the area already understands:
- the best portrait spots
- which venues catch golden hour
- where to go if it rains
- how to use indoor spaces creatively
- how the light behaves at different times of the year
Local knowledge makes a big difference.
A natural, relaxed style
Most of my couples tell me they want:
- candid moments
- honest reactions
- relaxed portraits
- warm, natural colours
- family photos done quickly (without chaos)
- a photographer who blends in, not directs every second
This is exactly how I shoot — real moments, real connection, nothing staged or awkward.
Someone who makes the day easier
A good photographer is quietly helpful:
supportive in the background, calm when you need it, and organised enough to keep timings flowing.
Your photos should feel stress-free, not like a photoshoot taking over your day.
How I Photograph Cotswolds Weddings
If I had to sum up my style:
- warm
- natural
- documentary-led
- relaxed but polished
- Fun!
- focused on the feeling of the day
I want your gallery to feel like your story, not a Pinterest copy. The Cotswolds lends itself beautifully to this style — the colours, the architecture, the scenery… it all works hand in hand. And I want you to have a good time! You get amazing photos but you don’t feel like you’ve had to be on a modelling shoot all day to achieve them!
Emily & Dan had an awesome summer wedding at one of my favourite wedding venues, Ellenborough Park Hotel.
The weather was gorgeous, the crowd was lively and this was a real family led wedding for the ages – one that had it all going on!
Ellenborough Park is a stunning Cotswolds wedding venue that fits the theme perfectly.
Real Cotswolds Venues I Photograph Often
If you’re browsing venues, here are some places I know well:
- Manor By The Lake – timeless venue with stunning indoor & outdoor spaces
- The Pear Tree Purton – modern, bright, elegant layout with gorgeous gardens
- Hare & Hounds – cosy, countryside luxury
- Ellenborough Park Hotel – a romantic and luxurious Cotswolds wedding experience, blending historic charm with bespoke service
- Marquee & farm weddings – open space, golden light, relaxed vibes
- Village churches & pubs – perfect for intimate celebrations
Each one offers something completely different.
Why Booking a Local Cotswolds Photographer Helps
When you book someone nearby, you gain:
- venue familiarity
- reliable timings (no travel surprises)
- better seasonal planning advice
- knowledge of local suppliers
- confidence in the landscapes and weather
- someone who genuinely loves shooting here
It becomes easier for both you and your photographer — and that ease shows in the photos.
A pic of me (well my back) taking a group photo of the groom squad for a recent wedding at Manor By The Lake, a wedding venue I tend to shoot at quite a lot.
Being local, I actually have a personal connection to this venue as once upon a time, the former owner of this grand building used this as his house (unreal!), and my Grandad worked for him.
It’s a bit of history that means something to me.
Let’s Talk About Your Cotswolds Wedding
If you’re looking for a Cotswolds wedding photographer who keeps things natural, relaxed, and fun — I’d love to hear about your plans.
Whether you’re getting married in Cheltenham, Cirencester, Stow, Burford, Tetbury, Witney, or anywhere in between, I photograph weddings across the whole region.
Drop me a message, explore some real weddings on my blog, or get in touch through my contact page.
Let’s create something lovely together.
FAQ: Choosing a Wedding Photographer in the Cotswolds
What do we mean by The Cotswolds?
The Cotswolds is a truly stunning part of England that is shown in the map below. The Cotswolds is a region of rolling hills and honey-coloured limestone villages in south-central England, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and known for its picturesque towns and historic charm.
