Last updated November 2026
Brighton is the best place in the UK to have a queer wedding. I’ll fight anyone on this. Rainbow flags on every street, registrars who’ve seen it all, and a whole city that turns up for love.
And loads of my favourite weddings have been two brides. Two sets of getting ready chaos, two outfits to fall in love with, and usually a dancefloor that refuses to go home.
I love shooting wlw weddings because they feel so much more equal. No tired jokes about the groom doing a runner or who’s got the upper hand, just two people who are mad about each other.
And if you’re here for Pride themed wedding ideas, skip down to how to have a Pride themed wedding. Rainbow everything, I’m so in.
Lesbian Weddings I’ve Loved
Amy + Chloe, The Ravenswood
Streamers, a wheelbarrow race and a whole crew of guests in cat heads. Amy and Chloe’s Ravenswood wedding was pure joyful chaos from start to finish.
Abbie + Niamh, Brighton Seafront
Streamers on the beach and gorgeous orange and pink decor everywhere. I turned up in a dress that matched it perfectly, totally by accident. Clearly meant to be!
Azieb + Jules, Brighton Town Hall + Pangdean Old Barn
From the crazy, buzzing streets of Brighton straight to the sanctuary of Pangdean Old Barn. The perfect mix of city chaos and countryside calm.
Molly + Alex, The White Horse, Chilgrove
Disco balls, orange and pink everywhere, and their dog as ring bearer. Basically everything I love in one wedding.
Laura + Jax, Brighton Town Hall
Jax rocked the coolest pink mohawk. Brighton Town Hall has never looked so punk!
Brighton Town Hall wedding guide
Liza + Katy, Fabrica, Brighton
Liza’s a fellow wedding photographer, so no pressure! They had a rainbow choir flash mob outside, and about half of Brighton stopped to watch.
Read the full wedding or see my Fabrica venue guide
Gay Weddings I’ve Loved
And it’s not just brides! Two of my favourite grooms + grooms weddings:
Aaron + Craig, Hawthbush Farm
Straight after the ceremony they grabbed a boombox and danced everyone down the lane to the party. Best wedding parade ever.
Read the full wedding or see my Hawthbush Farm venue guide
Darren + Alex, The Matara Centre
I got to do a mini photoshoot with their dog Mylo (a total pro). Then in the speeches, a friend read out years of texts between her and Darren, which were mostly about farts and pooping. I was crying laughing.
Where to Get Married in Brighton
Brighton Town Hall. The classic. Gorgeous staircase, ceremony rooms for tiny weddings and bigger ones, and right in the middle of the Lanes. Then straight to the pub!
Fabrica. A converted church gallery in the middle of the Lanes, with huge windows and loads of space for a party.
A pub, bar or cafe. Brighton is full of brilliant ones, and they’re often cheaper than a “wedding venue”. A few of my faves: The Park View (bonus: street parking on weekends), Red Roaster and Oh So Social. Here are more pubs and restaurants for a wedding reception.
Out in the countryside. The Ravenswood, Pangdean Old Barn and loads more are under an hour from Brighton. Here’s my full list of Sussex venues.
A Few Tips
Steer clear of Pride weekend. Brighton Pride is usually the first weekend in August, and as much as I love it, it’s not the weekend for a wedding. The traffic is a nightmare, parking is basically impossible and every hotel is full. Go to Pride as guests and pick a different weekend for the wedding!
Getting ready together or apart? Totally up to you. If you’re getting ready separately, I’ll split my time between you, or you can add a second photographer (£500) so neither of you misses a thing.
Walking in. You can walk in together, one after the other, from two different doors, or with your whole gang. There’s no “right” way, and registrars are really relaxed about it.
Your wedding, your traditions. Keep the bits you love, skip the ones you don’t. Two first dances, no first dance, a bouquet toss for everyone. I’m here for all of it.
How to Have a Pride Themed Wedding (Rainbow Wedding Ideas)
I love Pride. Partly for all the obvious reasons, and partly because I’m obsessed with rainbow colours. Anything bright and rainbowy makes me ridiculously happy, so a Pride themed wedding is basically my dream day to shoot.
Want all the Pride feels without the Pride weekend traffic? Bring the party to your own wedding. Here’s how:
Rainbow confetti or streamers. The easiest win, and it looks AMAZING in photos. Go for biodegradable petals in rainbow colours, and check your venue’s confetti rules first.
A rainbow colour scheme for your crew. Give each bridesmaid, best mate or flower kid a different colour, so when you all line up it’s a full rainbow.
A Pride flag backdrop. Use the Progress Pride flag (or your own flag: lesbian, bi, trans, whatever’s yours) behind the ceremony, over the top table or as a photo backdrop.
Rainbow cake. Plain white on the outside, rainbow layers inside. The cutting photo is always a winner.
Book a drag queen. To lead your ceremony, as your host, for a performance after dinner or to get everyone on the dancefloor. Brighton has some of the best in the country. Amy and Chloe had a drag queen lead their ceremony at the Ravenswood. Sequins, a giant red beehive and not a dry eye in the house!
A glitter bar. Guests love it, and it makes the dancefloor photos sparkle.
The playlist. Kylie, Whitney, Robyn’s “Dancing On My Own”, a bit of ABBA. You know what to do.
Favours that give back. Skip the sugared almonds and donate to a local LGBTQ+ charity instead, with a little sign telling guests who you’ve supported.
Have it in June. Pride Month, lots of rainbows about, and none of the Brighton Pride weekend madness.
FAQs
Can Same Sex Couples Get Married at Brighton Town Hall?
Yes! Same sex marriage has been legal in England since 2014, and Brighton Town Hall holds loads of them every year.
Do You Photograph LGBTQ+ Weddings Outside Brighton?
Yes, all over Sussex, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire with no travel fee, and further afield for £200.
How Do You Have a Pride Themed Wedding?
Pick a rainbow colour scheme, then add rainbow confetti, a Pride flag backdrop, a rainbow cake and a drag queen host. Skip Brighton Pride weekend itself and go for June (Pride Month) instead.
Should I Get Married on Brighton Pride Weekend?
I wouldn’t! It’s usually the first weekend in August, and the traffic, parking and hotel prices are wild. Have a Pride themed wedding on a different weekend instead.
How Much Does a Wedding Photographer Cost in Brighton?
Mine start at £500 for 2 hours and £1,200 for a full day. Here are all my prices.
Want a Photographer Who’ll Get Your Mates on the Dancefloor?
I’m a fun, colourful Brighton wedding photographer, and I’d love to hear about your plans. Have a look at my prices or say hi!
