Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer

Pembroke Lodge Wedding Photography

If you are looking for an experienced Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer then look no further.

As a preferred and recommended Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer, I get the wonderful opportunity to photograph so many lovely weddings here every year, in all seasons, so I know the best vantage points for beautiful, romantic and fun pictures whatever the conditions.

Whether it's under the trees amongst the daffodils in spring, walking through the beautifully scented picturesque gardens in summer...or just taking in the ever changing colours of autumn when the trees turn all shades of golden yellow, orange and red.

Pembroke Lodge - A fascinating history

Situated in 11 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in the heart of Richmond Park, Pembroke Lodge started life in the 1750s as The Lodge, a single room cottage inhabited by a mole catcher. It was later enlarged and renamed Hill Lodge and in 1787 it was granted to the Duchess of Pembroke who added a Georgian wing to it.

In 1847 it was passed onto the then Prime Minister Lord John Russell who used it to conduct business affairs and entertain such well-known writers as Dickens, Thackeray, Tennyson, and Longfellow. It was later to become the home of Bertrand Russell, the famous philosopher and mathematician who grew up there between 1876 and 1894.

During the 2^nd World War it became a Regimental HQ and then a government-run tea room. The Hearsum family took over the lease of Pembroke Lodge in 1997 and along with comprehensive restoration work began collecting thousands of fascinating artifacts connected with Pembroke Lodge and Richmond Park. The final phase of the restoration work involves the proposed setting up of a visitor information centre to house all these finds in the derelict land that is adjacent to the current car park.

Today, in addition to its popular tea-rooms, the well established Pembroke Lodge wedding venue is a highly regarded and very sought after place to get married. 

Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer opportunities

There are two Pembroke Lodge wedding rooms, The Belvedere and The Russell Suite, both of which have beautiful outside ceremony options for the summer months.

The Belvedere Suite, situated at the back on the right-hand side of Pembroke Lodge seats up to 140 guests for the marriage ceremony and is blessed with an abundance of natural light from the terrace window side.

After the newlywed couple walks down the aisle as husband and wife, accompanied by the throwing of confetti,they exit directly onto the lovely terrace for celebratory drinks and canapés.

This area is a great space for guests to enjoy the wonderful views and atmosphere and on a warm day provides plenty of opportunities for a relaxed and informal style of reportage wedding photography.

When the weather isn't great for being out on the terrace then guests can move over to The Soane Room which is ideal for guests whilst The Belvedere Suite is being turned around for the wedding breakfast.

After the wedding speeches guests can return outside or to The Soane Room whilst the room is turned around for the evening celebrations.

The Russell Suite, situated up on the first floor is perfect for more intimate weddings with a capacity of up to 70 guests and again is blessed with plenty of natural light from two sides ensuring wonderful coverage during the marriage ceremony. 

During the room turnaround, guests have access to the picturesque gardens at the front and the special enclosed drinks area around the side, and when the weather isn't great then there is also exclusive access to the adjoining Bertrand Russell Rooms and bar, a pleasant and intimate space with wonderful scenic views.

With the wedding breakfast over, guests can move to the Bertrand Russell Rooms for the evening celebrations with dancing in The Phantom Room.

Having captured weddings here in all seasons we know the best vantage points for stunning, natural wedding pictures.

Whether that's between the distinctive white-pillared main entrance or under the trees in amongst the daffodils and tulips in spring...

Or walking through the beautifully scented blooms in the picturesque gardens at the front during summer...

Or at any time of the year down on the terrace with its wonderful views over Surrey and to the City of London.

We love working at this delightful venue, with its welcoming, relaxed atmosphere and very friendly and helpful staff, and our experience allows us to make the most from the beautiful setting resulting in a classic and memorable collection of wedding photographs.

Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer reviews

"Richard you were brilliant on the day - very professional, organised and you are such a nice person - an absolute pleasure to have at the wedding.

 

We got many comments from guests about how friendly and cheerful you were! You captured so many amazing moments without being intrusive at all.

 

Thank you for making the photography experience such a positive one. 

 

Lydia and Ben, London 

"We would have no hesitation in recommending you Richard to anyone wanting a Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer.  

 

You went above and beyond to provide us with professional and well-composed photographs of our special day.

 

You are very personable and friendly, you listen to requests and deliver an excellent service."

 

Katy and Oliver, Kew - Ceremony at St. Anne's Kew Green & Pembroke Lodge wedding reception

"We are so glad that we had you to capture our special day.

 

Not only are the pictures fantastic, but you were incredibly supportive right from the beginning.

 

Whether it was to reassure us and provide us with tips on how to take everything in on the day, or to working with us on a pre-wedding photoshoot to get a feel for the type of pictures we wanted, you provided a first-class service all round.

 

We would recommend you to everyone! "

 

Kamran and Kayshini, London 

"We were so happy that we chose you - right from the beginning you were so friendly and helpful and professional.

 

Our pre-wedding shoot was a great idea ....and it was good practice for the day!

 

On the wedding day itself, you were  professional and calm and we felt totally at ease with you.

 

....and the pictures look lovely... we would definitely recommend! Thank you."

 

Nick and Lauren, Wimbledon

"We were so happy we chose you Richard and Tina...as soon as we met we knew you'd make our day perfect! You were so friendly, helpful and professional, making us feel at ease.

 

Our pre-wed shoot was great...and on our wedding day you captured such natural shots of all our guests and all the most important moments.

 

Looking through the photos has been amazing and our wedding album was beautifully put together and encapsulated our wedding day.

 

We couldn't be happier with the end result - perfect pictures to remind us forever of our special day!"

 

Nick and Danielle, Cheam

"Hi Richard, you took some great pictures and made us and our guests feel at ease.

 

We would highly recommend Surrey Lane Wedding Photography!

 

Michael and Katherine, Wimbledon

"Dear Richard and Tina, thank you so much for our wedding photos... there are some really lovely ones there. 

 

We had a great day and are very grateful for all your hard work on the day.

 

Thanks guys x

 

Shaun and Hannah, East Sheen

"We want to say a massive thank you to Surrey Lane wedding photography for beautifully capturing our wedding day at Pembroke Lodge.

 

Richard, you did an excellent job on the day, taking natural shots that didn't feel staged.

 

We also appreciated your consultation and advice prior to the wedding day and have received countless compliments from our guests about how personable you were.

 

We were very impressed with the final photographs and would 100% recommend Surrey Lane wedding photography."

 

Hengameh and Alex, Twickenham

"Dear Richard and Tina, you are a very warm and professional couple and you took the time to get to know us ...so important when we’re going to be spending so much time with you on one of the most important days of our lives!

 

You know Pembroke Lodge inside out ...and everything we wanted was covered.

 

So many wonderful memories that will last us a lifetime. When we looked through our pictures we lost count of the number of times we said 'aww' or laughed. You caught so many fantastic moments...our guests commented on how lovely you were and it felt very much like you were a part of the day – thank you both!"

 

Katie and Charlie, Fetcham

"You did such an amazing job at capturing our day showing how much fun and laughter there was.

 

We really wanted a photographer that blended in and made everyone feel at ease, and you did just that!

 

The photographs are fantastic! We would highly recommend Surrey Lane!"

 

Lucy and Tim, Chiswick

"You were fantastic at our Pembroke Lodge wedding in December 2017...putting my wife and myself at ease and making the most of what little light there was ...The photos are incredible.

 

Several of our guests commented on how friendly you both were. You blended into the background to get some really natural shots, including some gorgeous candid photos of some of the children at the wedding.

 

My grandpa was not able to get to the group shot, but you Photoshopped him into the final picture. That was the piece de resistance.

 

We would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone."

 

Kevin and Lucy, Hanwell, London

"Dear Richard, thank you so much for all of the amazing photos and for your relaxed and fun-loving presence on the day ...and for all your help….

 

… Wonderful photos"

 

Mark and Emma,  Twickenham

"Our pre-wed shoot and wedding day photography were both great... and we are delighted with our wedding photographs...

 

You somehow managed to be in several places at once as not a moment was missed!...

 

You were always friendly and professional...and a very experienced Pembroke Lodge wedding photographer ...taking away some of the worries about the big day as we knew you would be in the right place at the right time taking great photographs!

 

We highly recommend Surrey Lane Wedding Photography."

Jon and Mercedes, Carshalton

"Our wedding pictures look amazing!

 

We want to say a massive thank you for capturing our wedding!

 

You guys were so gracious even when people wanted to take photos we hadn't asked for :)

 

A further thank you for encouraging us to do a few extra portrait shots even when we were so exhausted because you knew it would be for the greater good."

Richard and Rosie, Carshalton

"Dear Richard and Tina, I can't thank you enough for capturing the most special day of our lives in a way that I could never have imagined...

 

Emotions that we are going to remember for the rest of our lives.

 

The skill you show in attaining that slightest of moments perfectly sums up the feelings, mood and tone...a clear demonstration of both your experience and passion....and achieving such high quality by becoming part of our day...

 

I will always remember you both as our guests ... amongst our closest family and friends...and I hope we can use your impeccable talents in the future"

Robin and Lucy, Willesden Green, London

"Hello Richard, Dana and I are delighted with the pictures of our wedding day.

 

Thank you for making it so much more memorable....in making all our guests feel very comfortable...

 

And we were very impressed with the beautiful pictures capturing everyone's joy on this special day...

 

We will happily recommend you..."

Dana and Ina, Wimbledon

"Our Pembroke Lodge wedding photographs are beautiful!

 

Thank you so much for all of your help in the lead-up and on the day...

 

You both were absolutely brilliant! "

Milena and Michael, Wimbledon – Ceremony at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Wandsworth & Pembroke Lodge wedding reception 

"Thank you for doing such a great job at our wedding.

 

Your professionalism and friendliness both beforehand and on the day were so important in making our wedding such a success.

 

It was great to have your calming influence before the ceremony and your good humour afterwards to capture all of our guests and you certainly helped to put us both at ease ...

 

The wedding photos themselves are a reflection of this – they are amazing- and so many of our guests have told us how much they’ve enjoyed looking at them..."

James and Lisa, Fulham

"Richard, thank you for being such a very calming, unobtrusive and relaxing photographer.

 

All the wedding photographs you took captured the moments so well in the beautiful setting of Pembroke Lodge and Richmond Park...

 

You have been very professional throughout with such a helpful and trouble free service...and you captured the day magnificently!"

Alex and Jo, Wimbledon

"Dear Richard, thank you for capturing our sunny  Pembroke Lodge wedding.

 

Your experience in getting the best from a nervous Bride and Groom and your personality and professionalism added greatly to the joy of the day...

 

We would have no hesitation in recommending you....we are still struggling to choose from the excellent wedding photos!!"

Gary and Jo, Portugal

"Dear Richard and Tina, we are really happy with our wedding photographs...

 

You captured the beauty of Pembroke Lodge and Richmond Park wonderfully

 

....and you were relaxed and friendly and great with the wedding guests...Thank you."

Maurice and Maria, London

"We'd just like to say Thank You for being such great wedding photographers at our wedding.

 

You were so friendly, professional and unobtrusive.

 

We had a fantastic day....and the wedding photos look amazing...and our wedding album is fabulous...

 

Thank you so much for all your hard work on the day ...you were both fantastic and an absolute pleasure to have at our wedding."

Mike and Georgina, Ely, Cambridge - Ceremony at St. Andrew's Church, Ham & Pembroke Lodge wedding reception

Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park, Surrey TW10 5HX Phone: 020 8940 8207

Call Richard on 07740 283 664 or Tina on 07860 397 711 to check availability, book a meeting or for a chat - or send us an email