Wedding Photography at The Bedford Pub | Balham

As a local wedding photographer it was an absolute joy to shoot my first wedding party in The Bedford Pub! A local institution and a fab backdrop for any wedding photography or party. Caroline and Goncalo have roots in Scotland and Portugal respectively, so you can imagine we were all in for an absolute treat at this one, with the most fun-loving guests, a ceilidh band and a DJ to see everyone through dancing til 1am. Champagne, the tastiest Portugese red wine (if ONLY I could remember the name!!) and birthday cake ON top of an incredible three-course meal (hats off to the chefs at The Bedford) were also several of the many highlights of the day.

The Bedford Pub Wedding Photography

If you hire The Bedford for your wedding you have the choice of several function rooms. As Caroline and Goncalo wanted to pull out all the stops they hired the lavish Ballroom which was able to cater for their wedding breakfast and their party..

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The Wedding Reception in The Ballroom

Wedding Party in The Ballroom | The Bedford Pub

After an awesome three-course meal it was time for the celilidh band and PARTY TIME!

Picture-Perfect: Best London Pubs for Wedding Photography

Pubs typically offer a more intimate setting than a traditional wedding venue. They are more laid-back and can make the day feel more personal and less formal. I’ve photographed couples at pubs where they had their first date. Making their wedding photography even more extra-special. Anyhow here’s a guide to some of the best London pubs for your wedding photography. In no particular order..

The Prince Albert, Camden

One of my favourite wedding pubs is the Victorian and award-winning Prince Albert in Camden. If you’re looking for a quintessential rustic pub wedding in London this could well be perfect for you. Two floors, two bars, and a beer garden provide plenty of room to host a fabulous wedding ceremony and or reception.

Dark wooden floors, large sash windows and emerald green tiles, this gorgeous space has lots of natural light and makes a PERFECT backdrop for your wedding photography. As a wedding photographer I’M TOTALLY IN LOVE WITH THIS SPACE.

The Prince Albert is available for full-venue private hire, or you can hire the first-floor function room on its own. Perfect for your wedding breakfast. Capacity is 50 standing or 105 seated.

The ground floor of the Prince Albert has room for a live band and DJ – and of course the dancefloor!  


The Roebuck, Borough

The Roebuck could well be one of Borough’s best kept secrets. Independently owned and loved by the locals, The Roebuck offers a broad selection of beers and ales from around the world, a freshly prepared menu full of locally sourced produce, and an easy going friendly vibe.

Tucked away at the leafier end of Great Dover Street, The Roebuck balances being a little bit off the beaten track with being incredibly easy to get to: Borough tube is less than a five minutes stroll away, whilst a ten minute fast walk connects you to both Elephant & Castle and London Bridge.

Built to imposing Victorian proportions, the large, airy pub boasts traditional charm. The incredible upstairs function room is perfect for your wedding breakfast.

With original wood flooring, an open fire and its own bar, this space exudes an atmosphere of comfort and character.

The Surprise Pub, Chelsea

The Surprise pub in Chelsea has been a local landmark since 1853, and gives off a warm, neighbourly vibe making it feel like home.

The building is steeped in naval history, taking its name from HMS Surprise, the captured French corvette used by the British Navy to sneak up on enemy vessels in the days of Admiral Nelson.

Just moments from Chelsea’s King’s Road, this beautifully refurbished freehouse serves good quality, well-priced, British-inspired cooking. Couples with an extensive champagne and wine list it is a perfect place for your laid-back wedding party.

The Orange, Belgravia

Built in the 1800s as a brewery, on the site of a former coffee house, The Orange is said to be named after William of Orange. These days, the grand pub sits over 4 floors, positioned in the famed craft district of the Pimlico Road providing a stylish hub to eat, drink and celebrate your wedding.

The Main Dining Room

The Main Dining Room is great for larger family celebrations, weddings (including ceremonies) and corporate events.

The Ebury Room

Full of character and overlooking Orange Square, this light and airy space is perfect for drinks receptions and private dining. It even has it's own private garden terrace.

The Lordship Pub, East Dulwich

A popular local-pub feel in the heart of East Dulwich on fashionable Lorship Lane. The level of care here and hospitality is second to none. There is a sizable outdoor area with BBQ and a small barn where you can actually tie the knot too!

The County Arms, Wandsworth Common

Based in South London on the edge of Wandsworth Common you’ll get a warm welcome here! A large garden and two function rooms with decent pub-grub style wedding fare and an area for DJ/bands - what more could you want. :-)

The Bedford Pub, Balham

The Bedford Pub is a total institution in Balham, hosting many regular events including comedy, bands, quizes, cabaret etc and is also a hotel with fifteen stunning bedrooms. It is a popular choice for many of the locals so best to book early!

The Bulls Head, Barnes

The Bulls Head is a wedding venue located in Barnes, South West London. A Barnes institution with a privileged musical heritage, this venue is one of a kind. Situated right on the river and home to a buzzing jazz scene, the pub beams with style and laughter and has a brilliant variety of stunning spaces available for events of any size – from intimate gatherings to grand weddings. With a dedicated events team to help you plan your day, gorgeous fresh seasonal food, and an enviable wine cellar, The Bull's Head really does have it all.

The Melrose Room is a fantastic high-ceilinged space filled with old-world charm and captivating casual elegance. The complete flexibility of its layout makes it perfect for your celebration and can accommodate 40 seated and 70 standing guests.

The Melrose Room

All Images by Christine Constantine Photography.

Anna and Daz Wedding Photography | Walthamstow Town Hall | Leytonstone Tavern

Walthamstow Town Hall or Waltham Forest Town Hall as it is now known is a Grade II listed municipal builing in Walthamstow, East London. Anna and Daz hail from the area so chose the venue for their wedding and made the most of the external architecture for their wedding photography. Obviously they also wanted a natural wedding photographer to take candid pics too - so was very happy to help!

Waltham Forest Town Hall Wedding Photography

The front of Waltham Forest Town Hall is a great place for your wedding photography before or after the ceremony..

The day ran smoothly not least because we had popular and up-and-coming wedding planner Hannah The Planner on board to take care of everything. And my fave part were the beautiful decor she rustled up for the party!! Check out the table designs!

The Leytonstone Tavern

The Leytonstone Tavern is an independent pub situated on Harrow Road in Leytonstone. A popular community-focused pub with an impressive menu, it is a perfect choice for intimate weddings and other events.

The Lordship Pub Wedding Photography | Christine Constantine Photography

The Lordship Pub

I’ve shot at Lordship Lane’s The Lordship Pub a couple of times this summer and it is fast becoming one of my favourite wedding venues! The pub so refelects my personality as a wedding photographer.

Situated on vibrant Lordship Lane in East Dulwich, The Lordship Pub is a charming blend of old-school London pub with a few contemporary touches. Unlike traditional wedding venues, a pub wedding at The Lordship offers a more unique and memorable space. The relaxed vibe, coupled with the stylish setting, makes it a standout choice for those couples wishing to break from the norm AND have fab wedding photography. Win win!

The Lordship Pub Wedding Photography

Check out this beautiful space. A pub wedding photographer’s dream.

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The Lordship Pub Wedding Decor

Details can really make a wedding and The Lordship Pub excels here big time. Wedding photography to die for.

The Ceremony Space

The Lordship Pub boasts its very own ceremony space too - a rustic barn at the back of the pub. Small and atmospheric it can only be lit by candlelight. As a wedding photographer I love getting the chance to shoot in these wonderfully unique spaces..

Overall having a Lordship Pub wedding allows you to combine ceremony and reception in a charming south London neigbourhood. Hosting your wedding here allows you and your guests to emabrace the character of the area and support your friendly local pub. Get in touch about YOUR wedding photography today..

Hampton Court Wedding Photography - Aisling and Anthony

Hampton Court is a wonderful place to marry and also to arrange your wedding photography. I’m a natural wedding photographer and I’m in love with the historic features on offer in just one small area.

If you are looking to have your wedding photography in Hampton Court here are a few options you have:

The Mitre Hotel, Hampton Court

The Mitre Hotel situated just minutes walk from Hampton Court train station, is a gorgeous river-side hotel and wedding venue. Steeped in history and abosolutely fabulous for your wedding photography. The terrace overlooking the Thames is elegantly decorated with many plants and olive trees, giving it a very warm, mediterranean feel. There are also steps to go down onto the riverside with room for further seating for your wedding reception or event.

Hiring a boat?

Aisling and Anthony hired a boat to continue their champagne reception, and it made for some super-cute wedding photography. If you’re having a river-side wedding its well worth considering this little touch.

Wedding Photography on Hampton Court Bridge

Check out these images I took of awesome Aisling and Anthony walking away from The Mitre and over Hampton Court Bridge..

Hampton Court Palace Weddings

If you’re a fan of romantic weddings with courtyards, gardens and sweeping staircases then Hampton Courth Palace could be the venue for you. There are four historic areas within the Palace to hold your wedding: Little banqueting House, The Garden Room, The Great Hall and the Orangery.

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Morden Park House Wedding Photographer

Morden Park House Wedding Photography

I’ve been a wedding photographer since forever but only this year did I venture down to popular register office Morden Park House. I was immediately struck how suddenly I felt I was out of London and in the countryside! The house is also an amazing and very beautiful Georgian manor house, built in 1770 by John Ewart. Just look at these grounds! A perfect backdrop for your wedding photography..

Morden Park House Gazebo

Morden Park House has three main ceremony rooms - The Lord Nelson, The Ewart and The Sheridan Rooms; and of course the stunning Victorian-inspired gazebo in their garden for summer weddings. The venue itself houses Merton Register Office.

The Sheridan Room

At the front of Morden Park House, actually facing the park, you’ll find the popular Sheridan Room. Beautifully decorated with large french windows and bathed in natural light, you will LOVE it. And as a wedding photographer I love it too!!

If you’re looking for something a little more light, airy and natural from your wedding photographer that’s what I do! I’m a bit more documentary than most - but also like to give my clients classic wedding photography they can look at for many years to come.

“Christine is an AMAZING wedding photographer. We’d give 10 stars if we could. I don’t like getting my photo taken nor do I like most photos of me, so I knew it was a pretty tall ask for effortlessly flattering candid photos that really captured the essence of the day yet didn’t require us to waste valuable hours of our wedding posing for pictures...I don’t know how Christine did it, but she did exactly that and then some”

— Katerina Bernasek

Outside Morden Park House

MERTON REGISTER OFFICE USEFUL INFO:

Phone: 0208 274 5777

Email - General Enquiries: register.office@merton.gov.uk

Email - Marquee Reception Enquiries: mphreceptions@merton.gov.uk

Address: Merton Register Office, Morden Park House, London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 5QU