Brighton, my home
My Brighton story
I was born at the Park Crescent pub that my parents owned. I used to ride a plastic car under the pool table, and my dad kept a cannon in the pub. Fifty years later I went back and installed a pinball machine there for the landlord.
Their second pub was the Black Horse on Church Street, also known as the Pink Pony, with Henry the Eighth outside and a military theme. I have so many memories of growing up there, of meeting Busby, and of the Queen’s coronation.
We moved to Worthing for the space and for William Junior’s school. I was always taking pictures as a kid.
At Brighton College I found my love for photography. I left as an undiagnosed dyslexic without hitting the grades, then went to Longhill, and then to college at BHASVIC.
Work took me all over the place after that: Coral the bookmaker, banking, mortgage advisor, taxi driver, American Express.
Brighton is still a wonderful place to shoot. The graffiti, the art, the street life and the nightlife give you so much to play with.
I photograph weddings at Brighton Town Hall, at the Royal Pavilion (where Jessica and I were married), at Pangdean Barn, and at seafront hotels from the Grand to the Metropole. Alongside weddings I have photographed actors for headshots and done corporate work, and I photographed my best friends Jim and Kay’s wedding here too.
So yes, I am a wedding photographer in Brighton as well as Worthing.
Brighton weddings
A Brighton wedding I have shared so far. More will follow as Will chooses which ones to feature next.
Brighton wedding photography FAQs
What is Brighton like for wedding photos?
Brighton and Hove give you a mix of seafront, pier, lanes, parks and more formal hotel or town hall spaces. Soft coastal light is lovely for portraits, and the sea breeze can pick up, so having a plan for both sunny and windy moments helps. Covered spots nearby are useful if a shower rolls in.
What kinds of wedding venues are common in Brighton and Hove?
Couples often choose seafront hotels, civic buildings, boutique hotels, restaurants with a view, and venues a short drive into the South Downs. Some days stay entirely in the city. Others mix a Brighton ceremony with a countryside reception, or the other way round.
How far ahead should we book a wedding photographer in Brighton?
Popular Saturdays in peak season often book many months ahead, sometimes more than a year for the busiest dates. Weekdays and quieter months are usually more flexible. Once you have a shortlist of photographers you like, it is worth checking availability as soon as your venue date is confirmed.
How many hours of photography coverage do Brighton weddings usually need?
Many UK weddings work well with around eight to ten hours if you want morning prep through to the first part of the evening. Shorter coverage can suit an intimate ceremony and drinks. Longer days help if you have a gap between ceremony and reception, or want the full party atmosphere later on. The right length depends on your timeline rather than the town itself.
What if the weather turns on the seafront?
Coastal weather can change quickly. A good plan usually includes outdoor portraits when the light is kind, plus indoor or sheltered options if it rains or gets very windy. Bright overcast light can actually be flattering for photos, so a grey sky is not the end of the world.
If you are getting married in Brighton or nearby, I would love to hear about your plans. You can also see the other venues I know and love, or browse more wedding stories.
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