Edinburgh City Chambers Wedding Photographer
Getting married at Edinburgh City Chambers is often about stripping things back, choosing a ceremony that feels intentional, intimate, and meaningful. Whether you’re eloping just the two of you or sharing the moment with a handful of loved ones, Edinburgh City Chambers offers a beautiful setting in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
I’m an Edinburgh based wedding photographer specialising in intimate City Chambers weddings and elopements. My approach is relaxed and documentary, focused on how your day feels rather than how it’s meant to look. I work gently and unobtrusively, capturing the small, honest moments, the nervous excitement before you walk in, the way your hands find each other during the ceremony, and the calm that settles in once it’s just the two of you again, wandering the city together.
Why choose Edinburgh City Chambers for an intimate wedding
Edinburgh City Chambers is a wonderful choice for couples who want a meaningful ceremony without the weight of a traditional wedding day. The building itself is full of history and character, yet the experience feels refreshingly simple, allowing the focus to stay on the commitment you’re making.
One of the reasons City Chambers works so well for intimate weddings and elopements is the variety of ceremony spaces available. There’s the Wee Neuk, a cosy room perfect for just the two of you (plus your witnesses), the Alexander Suite on the ground floor overlooking the courtyard, and the European Room on the first floor, known for its ornate details and softer natural light. For those planning a slightly larger gathering, the Council Chamber offers a more expansive setting with elevated views across the city. Each space offers a different atmosphere, allowing you to choose a room that feels right for the kind of day you’re planning.
One of the loveliest parts of getting married at Edinburgh City Chambers is what happens afterwards. Once the ceremony is over, we can step straight into Edinburgh’s Old Town. I know the area around City Chambers particularly well and will gently guide you towards quieter streets, historic closes, and pockets of calm away from the crowds. This might include parts of the Royal Mile, Parliament Square and its stone archways, or nearby lanes that have a brilliant backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Along the way, I’ll offer simple, natural prompts so you never feel unsure of what to do.
Flexible photography coverage for Edinburgh City Chambers weddings
Some couples choose simple ceremony-only coverage, keeping the day quiet and understated. Others extend coverage to include a gentle walk through the Old Town, preparations beforehand, or the beginning of a small reception afterwards.
I offer hourly wedding photography coverage for intimate Edinburgh City Chambers weddings and elopements, allowing you to build coverage around what feels right for you. For couples planning a longer day, I also offer packages that can include everything from preparations through to the start of your reception. I’m always happy to talk things through and create something more tailored if that suits your plans better. Whether your day is very minimal or unfolds over several hours, I blend into the background for most of the day, stepping in only when needed, such as for any formal group photographs, and letting everything else happen naturally.
Edinburgh City Chambers wedding photography FAQs
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Most ceremonies at Edinburgh City Chambers last around 15–20 minutes. The exact timing can vary slightly depending on the registrar and the ceremony you’ve chosen, but they’re generally short and focused.
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Yes. Once your ceremony is finished, we can step straight outside for photos. Many couples choose to take a relaxed walk through the surrounding Old Town streets, using the nearby architecture and quieter corners for natural, unposed portraits.
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Confetti isn’t allowed in the courtyard directly in front of Edinburgh City Chambers. That said, many couples still choose to have a confetti moment nearby. I’ve often photographed confetti throws just around the corner in Parliament Square, or just outside along the Royal Mile.
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Rain is very common in Edinburgh, and it rarely stops us from taking beautiful photographs. The Old Town offers plenty of sheltered spots, including closes, archways, and covered areas, and sometimes rain adds atmosphere rather than taking it away.
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Absolutely. Many couples choose ceremony-only coverage at Edinburgh City Chambers. This works especially well for elopements or very small weddings, and hourly coverage makes this easy to arrange.
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Yes, I regularly photograph elopements and very small weddings at City Chambers, including weekday ceremonies. These days are often quiet and unstructured, which suits my unobtrusive approach well.
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For most of the day, I blend into the background and let things happen naturally. During portraits, I’ll offer gentle prompts, such as walking together or holding hands, so you’re never left wondering what to do. The only time I fully direct is during any formal group photographs.
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If you’d like coverage beyond the ceremony, I offer both hourly options and longer packages that can include preparations beforehand or the start of a small reception afterwards. I’m always happy to talk things through and help you decide what will suit your plans best.
photo Stories from Edinburgh City Chambers weddings
If you’d like to see how different City Chambers weddings unfold, you can explore a small selection of recent stories below. Each one reflects a slightly different way of approaching the day, from quiet elopements to intimate celebrations with family and friends.
If you’re planning a small wedding or elopement at Edinburgh City Chambers and feel drawn to a relaxed, unobtrusive approach, I’d love to hear what you’re imagining.