WeddingTimelines.
How many hours?
Not sure how many hours of photography you might need?
Every wedding is different, but the examples below show how coverage often works in real life.
Most couples book between 6, 8 or 10 hours (£1500-£2500), depending on how much of the day they’d like captured.
I also don’t charge for the wedding breakfast, as nobody wants photographs of themselves eating. That time is simply paused within the coverage. All Hours are continuous.
10 Hours.
£2500 – Prep to Party
For couples who want the full story of the day, including the dance floor later in the evening.
Example Timeline (2pm Ceremony)
10:00 – Venue scouting / details
11:00 – Bridal preparations
13:00 – Guests arrive / groom/groomsmen portraits
13:30 – First look with dad
14:00 – Ceremony
14:30 – Drinks reception / group photos / portraits
16:00 – Speeches
16:30 – Wedding breakfast (coverage pauses)
18:30 – Evening guests arrive
20:00 – Cake cut & first dance
20:00–22:00 – Dance floor & evening celebrations
Photography finishes around 10pm.
Total time present: 12 hours
Photography coverage: 10 hours
Book 10 hours or more and I’ll also include a complimentary couple session before the wedding.
8 Hours.
£2000 – Prep to First Dance
Perfect for couples who want the story of the day from preparations through to the first dance.
Example Timeline (2pm Ceremony)
10:00 – Venue scouting / details
11:00 – Bridal preparations
13:00 – Guests arrive / groom/groomsmen portraits
13:30 – First look with dad
14:00 – Ceremony
14:30 – Drinks reception / group photos / portraits
16:00 – Speeches
16:30 – Wedding breakfast (coverage pauses)
18:30 – Evening guests arrive
20:00 – Cake cut & first dance
Photography finishes after the first dance.
Total time present: 10 hours
Photography coverage: 8 hours
Every wedding is different, so these are just examples. I’m always happy to help you plan a timeline that fits your day/budget.
6 Hours.
£1500 – Ceremony to Party
A popular option for couples who are less concerned about morning preparations but still want the key moments of the day captured.
Example Timeline (2pm Ceremony)
13:00 – Guests arriving / venue details
14:00 – Ceremony
14:30 – Drinks reception
15:00 – Group photos
15:30 – Couple portraits
16:00 – Speeches
16:30 – Wedding breakfast (coverage pauses)
18:30 – Evening guests arrive
20:00 – Cake cut & first dance
20:00–21:00 – Dance floor & evening celebrations
Photography finishes around 9pm.
Total time present: 8 hours
Photography coverage: 6 hours
Every wedding is different, so these are just examples. I’m always happy to help you plan a timeline that fits your day/budget.
Ray was absolutely incredible and I would 100% recommend him for photographing weddings! Ray sent us all the information we needed and communicated really well prior to the wedding. On the day, he brought all the laughs and positive vibes, effortlessly putting all our guests at ease. Ray has a real talent for taking candid shots; he captured all the amazing reactions and moments during different parts of the day which was lovely to look back on. The photos are absolutely incredible and we couldn’t be happier with our gallery.
— Emma + Callum, Woodlands Hotel, Leeds