Photo booth hire for weddings in the UK typically costs £275–£600 depending on the booth type and package. Here's exactly what you get at each price point — and how to avoid overpaying.
Photo booth hire for a wedding in the UK costs between £275 and £600 depending on the type of booth, how many hours you need, and whether you want printed photos or just digital. This guide breaks down every price point so you know exactly what to budget — and what to watch out for.
| Booth Type | Typical Price Range | Motion Entertainment |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie Pod (open-air) | £250 – £400 | From £275 |
| Magic Mirror | £300 – £500 | From £350 |
| Oval Booth | £300 – £500 | From £350 |
| Vintage Selfie Pod | £350 – £600 | From £395 |
| Self-Setup (delivered) | £150 – £350 | From £195 |
Most quotes include a set number of hours (usually 3–4), a professional attendant, unlimited photos, and either printed strips or digital sharing — but not always both. Always confirm exactly what's in the package before booking.
Printed photos are sometimes an add-on rather than standard. If prints matter to you — and they often do at weddings — confirm upfront whether they're included or cost extra.
Enclosed or premium booths like the oval booth or vintage selfie pod cost more because of the physical unit, transport, and setup time involved. Open-air selfie pods are more affordable and often actually produce better photos thanks to natural or studio-style lighting.
A professional dye-sublimation printer produces photo-quality prints in seconds — a very different product to a home inkjet. Booths that include a physical print add cost but also add value: guests leave with a keepsake, not just a digital file they'll forget about.
Custom print templates, personalised overlays with your names and date, and branded digital frames all add a small premium but make a big difference to how the booth feels as part of your wedding day.
For most weddings, 3 hours covers the evening reception comfortably. If you want the booth running during a drinks reception or wedding breakfast too, a 4–5 hour package makes more sense. Booking too few hours is one of the most common mistakes — guests queue up and the booth feels rushed.
In short: yes, consistently. It gives guests something to do between dancing, creates a natural social focal point, and produces photos that capture the energy of the evening far better than a formal photographer. Most couples say it was one of the best-value extras they added.
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