Wedding Photographer in Taunton
A wedding photographer in Taunton with Big Day Productions covers Taunton, set between the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, with UK travel included and an instant online quote. Taunton is Somerset's county town, a thriving market centre set between the Quantock Hills, the Blackdown Hills, and the Vale of Taunton Deane. Its combination of historic architecture, green spaces, and surrounding countryside makes it a characterful base for weddings.
Taunton Castle and the town's medieval streets provide historic backdrops, while Vivary Park and the banks of the River Tone offer leafy, peaceful settings close to the centre. The surrounding Vale of Taunton Deane is famously fertile, with rolling farmland, cider orchards, and honey-stoned villages creating a quintessentially Somerset atmosphere. The Quantock Hills are just a few miles to the north, offering heather-covered ridges and wooded combes for more dramatic landscape portraits. Taunton's warm community spirit and excellent local producers mean weddings here have an unmistakably genuine, celebratory feel.
Popular wedding venues in Taunton
- Taunton Castle - A Norman castle in the heart of Taunton town centre with origins in the 8th century — now housing Somerset's county museum — Taunton Castle provides an extraordinarily atmospheric historic setting with medieval great hall, courtyard, and the weight of thirteen centuries of Somerset history.
- Hestercombe Gardens - A Grade I registered garden combining a Lutyens and Jekyll formal garden with a Georgian landscape and Victorian terrace, Hestercombe provides the most beautifully designed and horticulturally significant outdoor photography setting in Somerset.
- Farthings Hotel - A Georgian country house hotel set in formal gardens near Hatch Beauchamp in Somerset, Farthings Hotel provides intimate country-house warmth with manicured grounds and the gentle, wooded Somerset countryside surrounding it.
- Rumwell Park - A hotel and conference venue set in parkland near Taunton providing accessible event facilities with garden grounds and the Somerset countryside immediately surrounding it — a practical and established choice for celebrations across the Taunton Deane area.
- The Mount Somerset Hotel - A Regency country house hotel set on a hillside above the Somerset Levels with panoramic views to Exmoor and Dartmoor, The Mount Somerset combines classical interiors with one of the most expansive landscape panoramas available from any south-west wedding venue.
Areas we cover near Taunton
Somerset, Exeter, Bristol, Devon
Frequently asked questions about weddings in Taunton
How much does a wedding photographer in Taunton cost?
Our Taunton wedding photography packages start from £495. Use our online pricing tool to build your package and get an instant personalised quote.
What are the best wedding venues in Taunton?
Taunton and the surrounding area offer lovely venues including Taunton Castle, Hestercombe Gardens, The Mount Somerset Hotel, and several charming country houses in the Quantock and Blackdown Hills.
Can we include Quantock Hills photos in our Taunton wedding?
Yes, the Quantock Hills are just a short drive from Taunton and provide beautiful heather moorland and woodland settings for couple portraits.
Do you cover the wider Taunton area?
Yes, we cover Taunton and the whole of Somerset including Wellington, Bridgwater, and the surrounding countryside with no extra travel charges.
How much does a wedding videographer in Taunton cost?
Our Taunton film packages start from £995 for a highlight reel. A combined photography and film package starts from £1,295 — both from one team, more affordable than booking separately.
Do I need both a photographer and videographer at my Taunton wedding?
Most couples who book only one later wish they had both. Photography gives you still images to frame and print. Film captures the vows, speeches and first dance in a way photographs cannot. Our combined photo and film packages from £1,295 make it easy to have both from one team. We also offer content creation from £450 — a dedicated creator delivering vertical reels for social media within 5 days.
How far in advance should I book a wedding photographer in Taunton?
For popular Taunton venues, book 12-18 months ahead for peak Saturday dates. Weekday and winter dates are usually available within 3-6 months. Check your date as soon as your venue is confirmed — we'll let you know instantly if we have availability.
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