Bride walking through the creeper-covered courtyard at The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
Real weddings · Salisbury, Wiltshire

Red Lion Salisbury wedding photographer.
Old coaching inn, real moments.

Natural, documentary wedding photography and film at The Red Lion Hotel on Milford Street, a few minutes' walk from Salisbury Cathedral.

The venue

A medieval coaching inn
in the middle of Salisbury.

The Red Lion has been looking after guests on Milford Street since the 13th century. The courtyard, smothered in its famous creeper, is the bit everyone remembers, and the cathedral is just a short stroll away.

Ceremony, wedding breakfast and party all happen under one roof, with rooms upstairs for everyone. It's quirky, full of character and right in the middle of the city.

Photographer's notes

What it's like to shoot here.

01

The courtyard

Green, leafy and full of character. Perfect for confetti, groups and a few quiet minutes together.

02

The cathedral

A five-minute walk to the Cathedral Close for portraits with one of the best backdrops in the country.

03

The feel

Historic and a bit quirky. Low ceilings and old rooms mean I work fast and light, and stay out of the way.

Real weddings · June 2024

Douglas's wedding at The Red Lion.

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Bride and groom in the courtyard at The Red Lion Hotel
How I work

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
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★★★★★
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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
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Good to know

Red Lion Salisbury wedding questions.

Have you photographed weddings at The Red Lion, Salisbury?

Yes, Douglas's wedding in June 2024: ceremony inside, confetti in the courtyard and portraits by the cathedral.

Do you charge travel to Salisbury?

No. There are no travel fees anywhere in England and Wales.

Can we have photos at Salisbury Cathedral?

The Cathedral Close is a short walk away. I'll fit it into your timeline so it's ten relaxed minutes, not a march across town.

Can you film our wedding too?

Yes. The Storyteller package covers photo and film all day, or you can add ceremony and speeches recordings.

First dance at The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
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