Gloucestershire hugs a huge slice of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which means sweeping limestone hills, neat drystone walls and story-book villages in every direction, catnip for photographers and videographers alike . A good chunk of the county also overlooks the River Severn, so venues such as Elmore Court boast sunset views over the water that look incredible on film . Add in market towns like Cirencester and Regency Cheltenham for civil ceremonies or post-wedding brunch spots and you’ve got everything within a 30-minute drive.
Venue choice is where Gloucestershire really flexes. Sudeley Castle lets you marry in the same grounds where Queen Katherine Parr is buried – it’s the only private castle in England with a queen entombed on site . Prefer rustic? Cripps Barn is an 18th-century Cotswold stone barn with flagstone floors, roaring fires and a licence that lets the party run until 1 am . Eco-minded couples flock to Elmore Court, where the owners are rewilding 250 acres and encourage everything from plant-able invitations to petal confetti .
Budgets stretch further than you might think: Hitched puts the county’s typical venue-and-catering outlay at £92–£186 per guest, averaging £147 . That frees up cash for extras like a live sax-DJ combo – or a cinematic highlight film. And because the M5 slices through the county (Elmore Court is literally minutes from Junction 12), guests rarely grumble about the journey .
"We don’t even know where to start! Hiring Chris to shoot our wedding video was the BEST decision we made for our wedding. From the first meeting we had to discuss his style and approach, we knew we were on to the right person. Chris’ attention to detail is parallel to none."
"We weren’t originally going to get a videographer but it was worth every penny. The whole day is so much to process that you forget bits after. Having this video to treasure forever was the perfect way to cure the wedding blues."
"Before meeting Chris, we weren’t sure how to appear on film. After working with him, we felt completely comfortable, and he captured every organic moment we wanted."
I film a limited number of weddings each year so I can give each one proper time in planning, filming and the edit.
My collections are set up for larger, family-centred days and full weekend celebrations, where film is a key part of the budget and the experience.
Download my brochure for guide pricing, example collections and what is included.
Lock in the date early. Popular barns and castles book up 18 months or more in advance – the Reeka Events 12-month planning guide is a handy check-list if you’re on a tighter timeline . Aim for mid-to-late September if you want that golden Cotswold light without peak-season prices.
Have a weather back-up. Many venues offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony spots; Cripps Barn’s woodland glade is magical, but the stone fireplace inside looks just as good on camera if the heavens open . Lay on vintage buses or tuk-tuks for the lane network and remember taxis thin out after midnight.
Shop local. The county is packed with brilliant suppliers – think Airstream cocktail vans and grazing tables highlighted in SoGlos’s food-truck hot list . Using local talent cuts delivery costs and, crucially, they know the secret viewpoints where I can whip you out for a five-minute sunset shoot that will make your film sing.
I work with up to twenty couples a year. If you are planning a big, emotional day and your wedding film is a priority, I would love to hear about it.
Share a few details about you, your date and your venue using the enquiry form. I will come back to you personally to let you know my availability and suggest a time for a short call.
