Old Bell Malmesbury wedding photographer.
800 years of parties.
Natural, documentary wedding photography and film at The Old Bell Hotel in Malmesbury, right next to the abbey on the southern edge of the Cotswolds.
England's oldest hotel,
and still great fun.
The Old Bell dates back to around 1220, when it was built as a guest house for Malmesbury Abbey, and it's got a good claim to be the oldest hotel in England. It's Grade I listed and sits right beside the abbey ruins in the middle of town.
You can get married in the cosy library or the Garden Room, then spill out into the garden. There are rooms upstairs for guests, and the town and abbey are right on the doorstep for photos.
Visit The Old Bell Hotel's websiteWhat it's like to shoot here.
The garden
A walled garden with old stone all around. Great for the ceremony, drinks and a big group shot.
The building
Old stone, ivy, steps and archways. Every corner has a backdrop and you don't have to go far.
The feel
Intimate and full of character. Guests mingle, kids run about and it feels like a big family party.
Tim's wedding at The Old Bell.
Your day, not a photoshoot.
Most of your gallery will be real moments: the nerves, the laughs, the tears in the front row and the chaos on the dancefloor. I'll take you away for a short portrait session when the light is good, then hand you back to your guests.
- 01Packages from £550 for two hours, up to full-day photo and film
- 0210 to 20 sneak peeks on the day, ready to share
- 03Every photo fully edited, in an online gallery within 4 weeks
- 04No travel fees anywhere in England and Wales
Don't take my word for it.
“From our pre-wedding shoot to the wedding day itself, Chris was incredibly professional, friendly, and always went above and beyond.”Chloe M.
“He calmed nerves, directed family members, and made us (two pretty camera shy people) feel like a million bucks.”Kate & Dan
“Chris is the definition of talent! He was incredible on our wedding day.”Lauren & Tom
Old Bell Malmesbury wedding questions.
Have you photographed weddings at The Old Bell?
Yes, including Tim's summer wedding in August 2024, with an outdoor ceremony in the garden and a lot of cheering.
Do you charge travel to Malmesbury?
No. There are no travel fees anywhere in England and Wales.
Is The Old Bell good for a small wedding?
Yes. The library is lovely for an intimate ceremony and the whole place suits smaller, relaxed weddings.
Can you film our wedding too?
Yes. The Storyteller package covers photo and film all day, or you can add ceremony and speeches recordings.
Getting married
at The Old Bell?
Drop me your date and I'll get back to you within a couple of hours.
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