Swanky Wed

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  • £699Price from
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Hi, I'm Peter Haken 👋
Creative
Enthusiastic
Passionate
Having a videographer was one of the best decisions we made and we are very glad we chose Peter, he was very professional and made our day run very smoothly.
I've always had a camera in my hand. I started out shooting on a 35mm film camera, capturing street photography with a candid, documentary vibe. That’s probably why I love weddings so much—telling stories through a lens just feels natural. Oh, and whatever you do, don’t play Mr. Brightside too early… unless you want to see my dance moves way ahead of schedule. Seriously, don’t.
Swanky Wed Pricing & Costs
£699 - £1,999
At Swanky Wed, we keep things simple with an all-inclusive package that covers your entire day—from morning preparations to your first dance. Our approach is all about capturing raw emotions and candid moments, creating timeless photos that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Full day package
From
£1,299
From the excitement of morning preparations bridal and groom prep(starting about two hours before your ceremony) right through to the fun after your first dance. Don’t worry, I’m not a clock-watcher—I
What's included
10 Hours Photography
Minimum of 500-700 images
Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Consultation Meeting
Meeting face-to-face or online
4K aerial photos of your venue are included in my package (weather and venue permitting).
Swanky Wed Details

Photography Style

Natural
Documentary
Alternative

Products and Services

Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Second Shooter Available
Large Group Shots
Stay Through Speeches
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Online Proofing
Videography available
Personal Online Gallery
Flexible Hours on the Day
Stay Through Dancing
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Shoot with Film
Wedding Albums
Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Last-Minute Orders
Photo Booth Available
Swanky Wed Full Description

At Swanky Wed, we craft timeless wedding photography and cinematic films that capture the magic of your love story. Based in Oxford, we cover weddings across Oxfordshire, the Cotswolds, and beyond, delivering heartfelt, visually stunning moments that you’ll cherish forever.

What We Offer:

  • Cinematic Wedding Films – Emotionally rich, storytelling-driven films that bring your day to life with beautiful visuals and meaningful moments.
  • Natural & Authentic Photography – We specialise in candid, documentary-style photography that reflects the real joy, love, and energy of your wedding.
  • Exclusive Wedding Podcasts – A unique feature of Swanky Wed: we create a surprise audio podcast of your wedding ceremony and speeches, preserving the voices and emotions of your special day.
  • Elopements & Large Weddings – Whether you're planning an intimate escape or a grand celebration, we tailor our approach to match your vision.
  • Expert Knowledge of Stunning Venues – From rustic barns in the Cotswolds to historic colleges in Oxford, we know how to capture the beauty of your chosen backdrop.

Why Couples Love Swanky Wed:

✅ Relaxed & Unobtrusive Approach – No forced poses, just real moments.

✅ Attention to Detail – Every look, touch, and laugh is beautifully documented.

✅ Tailored Storytelling – We get to know you to create a wedding film and photography collection that feels personal and meaningful.

At Swanky Wed, we don’t just document weddings—we tell love stories. Let’s create something truly unforgettable together.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Reviews
(10)
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Haliday
Wedding: September
February 2025
Great natural beautiful photos.

When it came to booking a Photographer for our wedding in the Cotswolds I knew I needn’t look any further. Pete’s professionalism and manner is exactly what is needed to make everyone feel comfortable on the day and get some great natural beautiful photos. Thank you so much.

Trevor Mack
Wedding: July
February 2025
Professional and personable

Swanky Wed were highly recommended as the photographers of choice who can strike a balance from formal to informal and everywhere in between. Pete documented the Golden Wedding Anniversary story and captured events and details most of us would have missed. Professional and personable, Pete took spectacular photos and created a specially edited and curated gallery within a matter of days. We can’t recommend Swanky Wed enough. Thank you, Peter!

Sarah Truby
Wedding: August
February 2025
Pete is creative, thoughtful

I’ve worked with Pete on several projects and couldn't recommend him enough! Pete is creative, thoughtful and totally understands the assignment! Would 100% work with Pete again on future projects!

Mark B
Wedding: August
February 2025
Highly recommended

Pete is a talented, calm, and creative individual who has contributed so many great ideas to our projects. He is also a great listener who really understands the brief and ideas the client is looking to realise in detail. Highly recommended!

Luke
Wedding: August
February 2025
Would highly recommend.

I hired Pete to take various photographs for me, and he did not disappoint. He was responsive, helpful, and cost effective. The style of his photos was perfect for what I wanted. He visited the shoot locations before attending on the day to understanding lighting, angles etc, which was all included in his price. Would highly recommend.

D Harrison
Wedding: December
February 2025
‘Magic moments’

‘Magic moments’ captured in the eye behind the lens.. yours to keep forever I Cannot recommend it enough! Thank you ☺️ It takes a personal approach to get the personal touch to an image, to really capture the essence of the moment. Peter has a genuine interest in life, and I believe this is how he manages to always capture those ‘magic’ moments.

Sally and Ralph
Happy couple married in August
February 2025
You made us feel comfortably and relaxed

Thank you for being part of our special day, it wasn’t the prettiest of locations I know, but you made it look beautiful, and you’re eye for detail captured those unique moments, I’ll admit I was so nervous & shy to start with but you made us feel comfortably and relaxed and it shows in our photos, thank you. Sally & Ralph

Robyn
Happy couple married in September
February 2025
Loved thcandid-style and passion

Highly recommend Pete to do your wedding video, amazing service We literally planned our wedding in 3 months, I weighed up quite a few photographers before choosing Pete, the one thing that stood out from the others was the candid-style, passion & editing experience, great with the guests & ability to navigate through complex family dynamics swiftly with fun. Couldn’t believe he went out of his way to help us at such short notice. Forever grateful, robyn.

Daniella and Josh
Happy couple married in September
February 2025
Such natural shots, thanks so much Pete.

It was very relaxed and put my husband and me at complete ease. These are such natural shots. Thanks so much, Pete.

Mr & Mrs Rogers
Happy couple married in December
February 2025
Our emotions are overflowing

Thankyou so much to Peter for being such a big part of our special day, you went above and beyond to capture the most beautiful moments for us. Having a videographer was one of the best decisions we made and we are very glad we chose Peter, he was very professional and made our day run very smoothly. We absolutely love our video, it is perfect. Patrick and I have watched it over and over again and our emotions are overflowing. Thank you for giving us this gift we can share together now with ou

Swanky Wed Location & Contact Details
Address
The Boat Centre, Oxford Rd, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 4DA, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

Tewkesbury Park Hotel - Jessica & Patrick Rogers

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Candid Documentary creative storytelling natural

What about your business are you most proud of?

We offer both photography and videography

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Meet your photographer face to face before your wedding day, as you will be spending the whole day with them. When the memories fade, it's the photos and videos you have to look back on. So you need to get on, trust them and have fun.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

The pure joy of long-lost family guests, thought to be oceans away—suddenly appearing and turning the day into an unforgettable surprise!

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Most couples discover me on Bridebook and then visit my website to explore my work and pricing. If you’re ready to book, fantastic! If you’d like to chat first, we can arrange a relaxed video call one evening to review questions. When you decide I’m the one to capture your day, securing your date is simple—just a quick booking form, a 25% deposit, and a contract to make it official. Then, you’ve got me as your wedding photographer, and we can start planning all the magic!

What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?

First Kiss or any moment together.

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

A little rain? No problem! Grab a gorgeous brolly, slip into some stylish wellies, and maybe drape a cosy shawl over your shoulders—because with the right touch of adventure (and the proper footwear), nothing can stop you from embracing every magical moment!

Describe how you got into photography.

I've always had a camera in my hand. I started shooting on a 35mm film camera, capturing street photography with a candid, documentary vibe. That’s probably why I love weddings so much—telling stories through a lens feels natural. Oh, and whatever you do, don’t play Mr. Brightside too early… unless you want to see my dance moves way ahead of schedule. Seriously, don’t.
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Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook Discount10%
Bridebook Special Offer10% Discount