Affordable, Stress-free Wedding Photography from £525

Joe & Georgina after their wedding at The Bridge Hotel & Spa, Wetherby posing for some romantic couples shots.

Excited about getting married …

Newly engaged Tom and Sarah excitedly planing their wedding

… but not thrilled about posing for hours for photos?

Rebecca & Edward posing for wedding photos in a woodland background

Sticking to a budget, but still need professional, quality images of your special day?

Hamish and Claire posing for fun photos in the Museum Gardens after their wedding at York Register Office.

‘Budget Beautiful’ is ideal for couples like you!

I can capture all the essential shots in just 2 hours for only £525

Bridegroom Stan being lifted up by female guests for a fun photo.

Less time & money to spend on photography, more time to celebrate with your guests!

A bride's excited arrival at her wedding.

I will cover everything, from your arrival at the wedding venue …

Danielle & Ben holding hands during their wedding ceremony at Woodstock Wedding venue.
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Jo & Nic's hand-tying wedding ceremony at Double Tree by Hilton in York.
Gina is walked down the aisle at the KP Club, Pocklington to marry Matt.
A winter wedding for Wendy & Barry at Bedern Hall in York.
The best man passes the wedding rings to the vicar to be blessed during the church service.
Ben & Danielle exchange wedding rings during the ceremony at Woodstock Weddings, York.
Chat and Ben exchange wedding rings at their wedding ceremony at The Grand Hotel in York.
Geraldine & Simon celebrate being married as their guest applaud at The Bridge Hotel & Spa, Wetherby.
Helene and Rob signing the register at Burythorpe House near Malton.
Rubie and Beth's wedding ceremony at York Pavilion Hotel in Fulford.
Laura & Bob's wedding ceremony at St Stephen's Church, Aldwark Manor, York
Close up of rings being exchanged at Bedern Hall, York.
Liz & Maggie celebrate their marriage at Hotel du Vin, York.
Groom holds his bride's hands tenderly during their wedding ceremony at York Register Office.
Roger & Mark signing the register at York Register office.
The bride and groom with their witnesses signing the register at York Register Office.
Vicky & Dan's wedding at Carlton Towers, the family home of Lord & Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard.
Gina & Matt singing the register at the KP Club, Pocklington, York.
The vicar and Alison watching new husband Michael signing the register at St John the Baptist church in Stamford Bridge, York.

Shots during the ceremony and register signing

Family group shot at Becs & Stan wedding at The Old Lodge, Malton, York
The bride, groom and bridesmaid laughing together at York Pavilion Hotel, Fulford.
A group shot from above of all wedding guests throwing confetti at York Pavilion Hotel, Fulford.
A fun picture showing female guests patting the grooms bum!
A formal group shot at Vicky & Dan's wedding at Carlton Towers the family home of Lord & Lady Fitzalan Howard near Goole.
Wedding guests throwing confetti outside the Merchant Taylor's in York.
Leanne & Neil laughing with golfers during their wedding photos at Allerthorpe Golf & Country park.
Three generations of wedding guests sharing a joke at the KP Club, Pocklington, York.
Confetti throwing in the York Register Office gardens.
Bride Kathy with her hen party friends after her wedding at Normanby Hall Country Park, Scunthorpe.
Family photo of Becky & Paul in Rowntree Park, York on their wedding day.
Guests throwing confetti at Kathy & Sean's wedding at Normanby Hall, Scunthorpe.
Geraldine & Simon's wedding group shot in the Byron Suite, The Bridge Hotel & Spa, Wetherby.
Bride, groom, best man, bridesmaids and flower girls at York Pavilion, Fulford.
Elaine & Matty confetti shot at Rudby Hall, Yarm.
Katie & Richard on their winter wedding day at York Register Office with their children.
Wendy & Barry with all their wedding guests at Bedern Hall, York.
Confetti fun for Chat & Ben with their bridesmaids and best man outside The Grand Hotel, York.

There will even be time for a few group shots …

before I whisk you two off for some romantic, relaxed and natural photos.

Zoe & Andrew after their wedding at York Register office.
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Wendy & Barry on a carousel after their winter wedding at Bedern Hall, York.
Black & white image of Kathy & Sean with their vintage wedding car at Normanby Hall & Country Park, Scunthorpe.
Georgina & Matt in the woods at The KP Club, Pocklington after their wedding.
Bride & groom Elaine & Matty whizzing about on the flower girls' scooters!
Helen & Hanneke holding a Mrs & Mrs sign after their wedding at The Little Theatre, Skipwith Hall, Escrick Park Estate, York.
F1 fans Shelley & Neil with F1 inspired props and wedding cake.
Stan & Becs at their wedding at The Old Lodge, Malton, York
An industrial backdrop for this bride & groom after their wedding at York Register Office.
Roger & Mark having a quiet walk after their wedding in the Museum Gardens.
Helene & Rob relaxing in the gardens of Burythorpe House.
Georgina & Matt walking in the KP Club woods.
A romantic moment for Tim & Laura-Jane kissing in the woods.
Quirky picture of Xuanhui & Chaojie on separate benches in Leeds city centre after their wedding at Leeds Town Hall.
Helene & Rob having a quiet moment after their wedding at Burythorpe House near Malton.
Wedding shots of Matt & Nicola around York.
Black & white image of newly weds Emma & Dave after their wedding at The Hospitium, York.
Laura-Jane and Tim running through the woods after their wedding.
Helene & Rob sitting on the gazebo at Burythorpe House.
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Black & white reflection image of bride and groom Jayne & Simon at The York Pavilion, Fulford.
Groom Murray tenderly holds Jess's face after their wedding at York Register Office.
Claire's veil blows in the wind whilst Hamish kisses her in the Museum Gardens.
Sunset wedding photo of Wendy & Barry after their wedding at Bedern Hall.
Fun photos of Helen & Hanneke with the vintage bus their guests arrived on.
Night time shot of Matty & Elaine outside Rudby Hall, Yarm.
Georgina spins around in her wedding dress at Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington, York.
Bride & groom Tim & Hannah sat on their vintage landrover.
Mark & Emma relaxing on a bale of straw after their wedding at Holy Trinity Church, Elvington, York.
Bride and groom chat away whilst walking together, the groom holding the bouquet.
An overhead view of bride and groom pictured on beautiful tiled floor at Rudby hall, Yarm.
Two beautiful brides chat and smile after their wedding at The Little Theatre, Skipwith Hall, Escrick park, York.
Black & white traditional image of bride and groom on stone steps.
Danielle & Dan relaxing together after their wedding ceremony at the KP Club, Pocklington. York.
A night time shot of Laura & Rob outside a floodlit Aldwark Manor, York.
Rachel & Tom have a quiet kiss at The Grand Hotel, York whilst their bridesmaid looks on.
Rebecca & Edward walk through the countryside after their wedding.
Murray & Jess posing on the balcony at The Grange Hotel in York.
Pond reflection shot of bride Danielle and her groom Dan after their wedding at The KP Club, Pocklington, York.
Katrina & Adam kissing ion the bar wars with York Minster in the distance after their wedding at The Grand Hotel, York.
Black & white image of Zoe & Andrew sat beside a fountain after their wedding at York Register Office.
Symmetrical photo of bride and groom in separate doorways either side of a fireplace at Rudby Hall, Yarm.
Newly weds Laura & Craig have fun on a tree swing at The Old Lodge, Malton.
Rachel & Tom relaxing in The Grand Hotel lounge after their wedding.
Tom scoops his bride Sara into his arms after their wedding at York Register Office.
Tracy & Mark having wedding fun with fake moustaches at York Pavilion, Fulford.
A quiet moment for grooms Ben & Chat after their wedding at The Grand Hotel, York.
Newly weds Wendy & Barry only have eyes for each other.
Mr & Mrs signs cover newly weds Murray & Jess's faces at The Grange Hotel, York.
Black & white image of newly weds back to back.

 Wedding Essentials

Photography services provided by

Kate Mallender Photography 

The ‘Budget Beautiful’ package is priced at 

£525 including: 

  •  two hours photography 

  •  all images professionally edited 

  •  all the high-resolution images to use as you wish 

  •  images uploaded to a secure online gallery 

(for your guests to view & purchase prints or digital images) 

Want more than 2 hours photography? 

Not a problem, additional hours are charged at £100  

Would love a wedding album?

 I have a selection of beautiful wedding albums starting from coffee table books through to fine art albums.  You choose your images and I’ll do the designing.

Wedding Venues

Mileage outside the York area charged at 48p/mile.

Overnight accommodation £100/night

Please get in touch

Tell me more about your wedding day plans and find out more about affordable wedding photography in York

York Wedding Photography – Capturing Your Love Story

Your wedding day is a collection of beautiful moments.

I’m Kate Mallender, a Yorkshire-based wedding photographer, capturing real emotions and timeless memories.

Relaxed & Natural Wedding Photography

Photos should be fun! I specialise in natural, candid wedding photography—no forced poses, just authentic moments. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, I focus on storytelling, letting your love shine through.

York, Yorkshire & Beyond

Based in York, I photograph weddings across Yorkshire and beyond. Whether it's York Registry Office, a countryside venue or a stylish city setting, I’ll be there to document your day beautifully.

Why Choose Me?

Personal & Relaxed Approach

I capture moments as they unfold naturally.

Stress-Free Experience

I blend in, making you feel at ease.

Timeless Photography

Cherish your wedding memories for a lifetime.

Let’s Chat

Looking for a York wedding photographer who truly captures your day?

Get in touch to check my availability

I’d love to hear your plans!