LOCAL WEDDING GUIDE & VENUE SPOTLIGHT
Wedding Photographer and Videographer Near Cardiff
Relaxed, story-led photography and cinematic wedding films across Cardiff, Thornhill, Creigiau, Capel Llanilltern, Hensol, and the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan countryside.
Your Cardiff wedding, with room between the moments
City ceremony, country reception?
Include time to leave the ceremony, greet guests and travel to the reception. A short distance on a map is not the same as a complete transfer. Share the parking and access arrangements for each location, particularly when your preparations are elsewhere.
How do you keep group photographs relaxed?
Choose a short list using guests' names and ask someone who knows everyone to help gather them. At a venue viewing, identify an accessible gathering place and a comfortable indoor backup. We can then work around your guests and the light on the day.
Make the timings your own with our photography timeline guide and photo and video checklist.
Venue information
Confirm current spaces, access and arrangements directly with your venue.
Cardiff Wedding Venues That Feel Like Home to Us
Over the last decade, we have photographed and filmed weddings across every corner of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan, and surrounding valleys. Here is our in-depth wedding guide to the standout venues we know and love:
New House Country Hotel, Thornhill, Cardiff
Perched high on Thornhill with sweeping panoramic vistas across the entire city of Cardiff and the Severn Estuary beyond, New House Country Hotel is a classic Welsh country house venue. Its elevated position gives couples an extraordinary setting for outdoor ceremonies under the garden gazebo, sunny terrace drinks receptions, and sunset portraits as the city lights begin to glow in the evening.
The venue offers both intimate oak-panelled country house rooms and the grand, draped Marquee suite for larger evening receptions. From a photography and filmmaking perspective, the changing natural light across the hillside and the sheltered garden lawns provide endless creative opportunities throughout every season.
Canada Lodge and Lake, Creigiau, Cardiff
Set just on the outskirts of Cardiff in Creigiau, Canada Lodge and Lake feels like a hidden alpine retreat. Built from natural stone and solid timber logs, it overlooks a picturesque five-acre trout lake framed by lush woodland.
Ceremonies take place inside the dedicated lakeside Oak Room, which features floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the water. For couple portraits, a short walk around the lake edge, across the rustic wooden jetty, and into the surrounding trees produces effortless, nature-filled photographs and romantic film sequences.
Pencoed House Estate, Capel Llanilltern, Cardiff
Steeped in Welsh history dating back to the 15th century, Pencoed House Estate in Capel Llanilltern is one of Cardiff's most prestigious private wedding venues. The centrepiece is the Old Hall, featuring majestic stone walls, original arched timber beams, and a grand open fireplace that creates an intimate, candlelit ceremony atmosphere.
The grounds span 36 acres of peaceful Welsh countryside, including a long tree-lined driveway, manicured lawns for garden games during the drinks reception, and a permanent glass-fronted marquee for dining and evening dancing.
Llanerch Vineyard, Hensol, Cardiff Border
Llanerch Vineyard is the oldest and largest working vineyard in Wales, situated in the rolling countryside of Hensol on the edge of Cardiff. Offering a refined taste of the Mediterranean in South Wales, Llanerch combines the elegant Calon Lân suite for ceremonies with the Woodland Marquee for dining and dancing, all overlooking the vineyard fields.
Strolling through the rows of grapevines during golden hour provides a wonderfully romantic, sun-drenched aesthetic that looks breathtaking on film and in print.
Bethan & James
Watch Bethan & James’s full highlight on its wedding film page. Compare the edits in our highlight and documentary film guide.
Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel, Coychurch, Cardiff & Bridgend Border
Hidden on a wooded hillside in Coychurch near the Cardiff border, Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel (meaning “Whispering Woods”) is a historic Victorian country mansion. Surrounded by ancient woodlands and manicured garden lawns, it combines high Victorian ceilings, glowing crystal chandeliers, and charming wood-panelled lounges.
The secluded estate offers wonderful privacy, with canopy-filtered sunlight filtering through the trees during afternoon drinks, creating a soft, flattering natural light for couple portraits and guest candid shots.
Bryngarw House, Brynmenyn, Cardiff & Bridgend Area
Set within 113 acres of award-winning country parkland, Bryngarw House is a picturesque French-style country house venue. It features elegant ceremony suites, sweeping lawns, a traditional conservatory, and a permanent marquee dressed with fairy lights and chandeliers.
With ornamental bridges, tranquil river walks, and extensive woodlands just steps from the house, couples have endless scenic photo spots without ever having to travel far from their party.
Angharad & Josh
Watch Alexandra & Andrew’s full highlight on its wedding film page. Compare the edits in our highlight and documentary film guide.
Rosedew Farm, Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan & Cardiff
For couples seeking a rustic, festival-style barn celebration near Cardiff, Rosedew Farm in Llantwit Major is a beloved choice. Featuring the Great Barn with exposed stone walls and wooden beams, on-site cottage accommodation, and proximity to the dramatic Glamorgan Heritage Coast, it provides an unhurried, down-to-earth atmosphere where couples can truly make the space their own.
The Old House 1147, Llangynwyd
Dating all the way back to the 12th century, The Old House 1147 in the hilltop village of Llangynwyd is one of the oldest established wedding venues in Wales. Overlooking the breathtaking Llynfi Valley, its traditional thatched roof, ancient stone walls, and contemporary glass-fronted dining room create a remarkable union of medieval heritage and modern comfort.
More Cardiff City & Surrounding Venues We Capture
In addition to the countryside and estate venues spotlighted above, Cardiff is home to a rich collection of historic city landmarks and private country houses:
- Hensol Castle (Hensol, Vale of Glamorgan): 17th-century castle estate with private lake, turrets, and gothic architecture.
- De Courceys Manor (Pentyrch, Cardiff): Family-run country manor house offering exclusive use, secluded garden lawns, and fine dining.
- Cardiff Castle (Cardiff City Centre): World-famous historic fortress featuring opulent Victorian gothic apartments and banqueting hall.
- City Hall Cardiff (Cathays Park, Cardiff): Grand Edwardian civic building with Portland stone columns and the famous Marble Hall.
- Insole Court (Llandaff, Cardiff): Victorian gothic mansion surrounded by peaceful community gardens in historic Llandaff.
- The Coal Exchange Hotel (Cardiff Bay): Striking Grade II listed Victorian trading hall with grand carved oak architecture.
- St Fagans National Museum of History (St Fagans, Cardiff): Historic castle gardens, woodland walks, and open-air Welsh heritage setting.
- Temple of Peace (Cathays Park, Cardiff): Neoclassical venue featuring dramatic marble pillars and high-ceilinged ceremony hall.
Why Couples Book a Wedding Photographer and Videographer Team Together
Separate photographers and filmmakers can work well together. If you book them independently, ask how they will coordinate ceremony positions, audio and portrait time. As a dedicated team, we discuss those details together during planning and give you one point of contact.
Beyond the calm atmosphere on the day, our combined Photo and Video Team package ensures a matching, cohesive colour grade across your entire photo gallery and cinematic film. You also benefit from simplified planning with one £120 deposit, clear communication, and an instant £300 package saving compared to booking photo and film separately.
A Wedding Videographer Near Cardiff, Not Just an Add-On
Cinematic wedding film captures the subtle emotion that still photos simply cannot: the sound of your voices during your vows, the laughter and cheers during speeches, and the incredible atmosphere as the evening dancefloor comes alive.
We approach filmmaking with the exact same dedication and fine-art craft as our photography. Alongside your 7–10 minute cinematic highlight film, we deliver full documentary films of your complete ceremony and speeches as standard. Every key memory is recorded to dual memory card slots simultaneously and duplicate-backed safely overnight, giving you absolute peace of mind.
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you photograph and film weddings around Cardiff?
Yes. Cam and Beth cover weddings across England and Wales, including Cardiff. This guide gives the locations of the featured venues, including any options in neighbouring counties. Send your date, venue and plans so we can confirm availability and suitable coverage.
What happens if it rains at our wedding in Cardiff?
We discuss an indoor alternative with you and your venue, keep the essential family-photo list manageable and use a short break in the weather if one arrives. Share accessibility needs and ceremony arrangements in advance. There is no need to spend the reception waiting outdoors for a particular photograph.
We feel awkward in photographs. How much posing is involved?
You do not need to know how to pose. We give gentle direction when it helps, usually during a relaxed 15–20 minute portrait walk, and document the rest of the day as it unfolds. Tell us about any worries and the moments that matter most so we can make the experience comfortable for you.
What does your standard photo and video team package include?
Our standard combined package includes 10.5 continuous hours of coverage with a photographer and videographer, 600–800+ edited photographs, 15 sneak peeks, a 7–10 minute highlight film and a documentary edit, typically 40+ minutes. The package page sets out current delivery details and extras. Drone footage depends on safe flying conditions, permissions and the location.
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