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Venue · Cave Hill, BelfastBelfast Castle weddings.

One of the most iconic wedding backdrops in Northern Ireland — historic charm, panoramic views over Belfast Lough, the grand staircase and beautifully kept gardens. Calm, natural coverage from prep to the final dance.

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TypeHistoric castle
LocationCave Hill, Belfast
BackdropViews over Belfast Lough
We recommendAll-day coverage
ReceptionOn-site function rooms

A timeless Belfast landmark

Historic charm, panoramic views, endless variety.

Are you planning a Belfast Castle wedding and looking for a photographer who already knows the venue inside out?

Having done many hundreds of weddings across Northern Ireland — including many at Belfast Castle — we've covered most of the popular, quirky and unique venues around Belfast and County Down over the years. Belfast Castle combines historic charm, panoramic views and beautifully kept gardens, with a timeless quality that makes every wedding feel special.

The castle's elegant interiors, with their warm tones and natural textures, are ideal for classic, understated photography. We don't rely on rigid poses — we look for the moments where the setting and emotion meet, from a first look on the stone steps to a family portrait in the gardens. Belfast Castle brings out the best in every season, whether it's golden summer light or dramatic winter skies.

What we shoot at Belfast Castle →

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Wedding Photography

One hour through to all-day — bridal preps to first dances, the way the day actually happened.

Photography first →

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Wedding Videography

Adds the bits you missed. Includes unedited speeches and ceremony from a static second camera.

Add video →

03

Ceremony Music

With our daughter Miabella — a Grade 8 classical pianist and rock guitarist — live for ceremony or cocktails.

Live ceremony music →

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Pre-dinner Entertainment

Guitar or piano sets while you mingle and have photos taken. Available as solo or duo. Set lists yours.

Guest entertainment →

Belfast Castle · Photo & Video Packages

Transparent pricing, no surprises.

Packages to suit all budgets — from a one-hour ceremony-only package through to all-day photo and video coverage. Travel charges may apply; everything else is laid out below.

★ Photography

Photo only

£150 · from
  • 1 hr £150
  • 2 hr £250
  • 3 hr £350
  • All day £795
Photo + Video

Combined

£400 · from
  • 1 hr £400
  • 2 hr £500
  • 3 hr £650
  • All day £1,395
Live Music

Entertainment

£300 · from
  • Solo £300
  • Duo £450
  • Ceremony
  • Cocktail hour
Extras

Engagement & albums

£75 · from
  • Bridal preps £125
  • Engagement shoot £125
  • Album 80–100pg £195
  • 16×12 canvas £75

Travel charges may apply · Interest-free direct debit available · Full breakdown on the packages page.

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A Belfast Castle day

What we'll actually shoot at the castle.

Not a rigid shot list — but the moments and corners that almost every Belfast Castle day delivers, across the interiors, the steps and the gardens.

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The stone steps & entranceFirst-look and arrival frames on the castle's front steps — one of its signature spots.

02

The grand staircaseElegant interior portraits on the staircase, with warm tones and natural texture.

03

Couple portraits in the gardensQuiet, intimate moments under stone archways and through the romantic gardens.

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Family groups on the lawnsRelaxed group photographs on the lawns, with the castle behind you.

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Views over Belfast LoughSweeping portraits using the panorama from Cave Hill — gorgeous in any light.

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Reception & first danceSpeeches, cake and the dancefloor in the castle's function rooms as the evening unfolds.

Storybook · Belfast Castle

Calm, unobtrusive, true to you.

Whether it's your first look on the stone steps or a family portrait in the gardens, Belfast Castle offers a perfect mix of drama and intimacy.

What makes the castle special for photography isn't just the views — it's the way couples interact with the space. From laughter on the lawns to intimate moments under stone archways, we focus on capturing the mood of your day. The approach is relaxed, letting you be yourselves while we document every moment with care.

If your budget allows, adding videography gives you unique memories set against the castle's iconic views and backdrop.

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Belfast Castle wedding photography — the historic setting on Cave Hill Belfast Castle · Cave Hill

Check your Belfast Castle date

See if we're free for your
Belfast Castle wedding.

Photography is our starting point — we'll help you decide on video or music once we know your plans. We come back within one working day.

  • Honest, transparent pricing
  • Interest-free payment plans
  • Digital delivery, free of charge

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Every package

What's included as standard.

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Bridal preps addon — up to one hour at the bride's house prior to leaving for the ceremony (time-dependent, one address).

02

2 & 3 consecutive hour photo packages — e.g. church & venue, to simulate cake cutting.

03

All Day Photography includes bridal preps through to around 15–20 minutes after the first dance.

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All photos provided digitally, free of charge, via a private online gallery.

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Photographer available between end of meal and evening set-up for any guest portraits.

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Video packages run two cameras (one static). Typical all-day video runs 15–20 minutes edited.

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Video packages include unedited speeches and ceremony from the static camera, in full, free of charge.

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Interest-free direct debit payment plans available on every package.

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