Bartle Garth, off St Andrewgate · York city centre
Bedern Hall Wedding Photographer
A medieval hall tucked away in the old streets of York, a short walk from the Minster, and your favourite people, photographed as the day unfolds.
01 / Why I know Bedern Hall
I've photographed a wedding at Bedern Hall.
I'm Aaron, a documentary wedding photographer based in Guisborough, and North East Wedding Photographer of the Year 2022. I've photographed one wedding at Bedern Hall, Annie and Tim's. I'll be straight with you that it's one.
Bedern Hall is tucked away from the busy streets, so it feels private even though York Minster is only a short walk away.
02 / Real wedding at Bedern Hall
Annie & Tim. From York Minster to Bedern Hall.
Annie and Tim were married at York Minster and then held their reception at Bedern Hall.
Between the two, we took their portraits in the old streets around the Minster, with brick walls, cobbles and the towers above them.
The photographs below are from Annie and Tim's wedding at Bedern Hall.
The day comes first. The photographs happen as it unfolds.
More about how I work03 / A few minutes together
Short portraits, back to your guests quickly.
My couple portraits take about twenty minutes, so you're only away from your guests for a short time. Annie and Tim's were in the streets around the Minster.
04 / From behind the camera
Three things I'd tell you about Bedern Hall.
The hall
According to the venue, Bedern Hall is a medieval refectory in the heart of York, licensed for civil ceremonies, with in-house catering. The stone walls and tall windows make a lovely setting for the meal.
A short walk from the Minster
Bedern Hall is close to York Minster, so you can marry at the Minster and celebrate here, as Annie and Tim did, with portraits in the streets in between.
If it rains
I don't work to a fixed rain plan. We just make it work. The ceremony, drinks and meal can all happen in the hall, and the streets around it have doorways and arches for cover. If the rain breaks, we nip out for portraits.
05 / Good to know
Bedern Hall wedding photography questions.
Have you photographed at Bedern Hall before?
Yes. I photographed Annie and Tim's wedding at Bedern Hall.
Where is Bedern Hall?
According to the City of York Council, Bedern Hall is at Bartle Garth, St Andrewgate, York (YO1 7AL), reached from St Andrewgate or Goodramgate.
How many guests can Bedern Hall hold?
According to the City of York Council listing, it can hold 80 people for the ceremony and drinks reception and 62 for the wedding breakfast. Check current numbers with the venue.
Can we get married at Bedern Hall?
Yes. It is an approved venue for civil marriages and civil partnerships, according to the City of York Council.
What happens if it rains?
I don't have a fixed rain plan. We make it work. The ceremony, drinks and meal can all happen in the hall, and the streets around it have doorways and arches for cover. If the rain breaks, we nip out for portraits.
How long do couple portraits take?
About twenty minutes, usually near sunset, so you're back with your guests quickly.
Do you charge travel to Bedern Hall?
Travel is free unless otherwise stated.
How do I check your availability?
Use the Check my availability button and send me your date and venue. I'll let you know if I'm free.
Your Bedern Hall wedding
Let's check your date.
If you're planning a wedding at Bedern Hall, send me your date and I'll let you know if I'm free. It's a conversation about your day, with no pressure.