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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: December 2025

Welcome to Charlotte Atherton Photography! We specialize in capturing natural, relaxed and breathtaking wedding moments for couples throughout the South West. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a grand outdoor celebration, our mission is to document your day with creativity and care, ensuring every moment feels effortless and unforgettable.

Why Choose Us?

With over 500 weddings photographed and countless happy couples, Charlotte Atherton Photography is proud to have an award-winning team of experienced professionals. Our full-time team of four specialist photographers and videographers is dedicated to providing exceptional service, blending seamlessly into your day to capture memories as they unfold naturally. Trusted and recommended by numerous venues, we've earned hundreds of 5-star reviews that reflect our commitment to excellence.

Our photography services are tailored to meet your unique needs. We offer everything from candid, natural moments to stunningly creative portraits that reflect your personality and love story.

For larger celebrations, we can provide second photographers to ensure every angle and detail is captured. Our combined photography and videography package also delivers comprehensive coverage with two professionals working seamlessly together, so no moment is missed. Whether you're exchanging vows under a sunny sky, adventuring to a secluded elopement spot, or celebrating with loved ones in an outdoor venue, our team is passionate about documenting your special day in all its beauty.

Our Style: Unobtrusive, Fun, and Creative

Your wedding day should be a celebration of you, and our style reflects that. We believe in letting the day evolve naturally, stepping in only when needed to guide and support—whether that means holding your dress, removing a forgotten price tag, or organizing the perfect group shot. From candid in-the-moment captures to creative, unposed couples' portraits, we focus on making you feel comfortable and at ease while delivering stunning, timeless images.

Specializing in Outdoor Weddings and Elopements

Cornwall's picturesque landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor weddings and elopements, and we're passionate about showcasing the beauty of your setting. Our expertise lies in making the most of natural light and the unique features of your venue, from coastal cliffs to rolling countryside. For couples seeking a more intimate celebration, we excel at capturing the romance and spontaneity of elopements, creating images that tell the story of your love against the breathtaking scenery of the South West. From rustic barns and magnificent manor houses to cosy cottages and beachside ceremonies, we've photographed weddings in venues of all kinds. Whether it's an Airbnb escape or a celebration in a Zoo, we thrive on documenting weddings that are as unique as you are.

Comprehensive Photography and Videography Packages

Our combined photography and videography package offers the ultimate coverage, with two dedicated professionals ensuring no moment is missed. From the quiet, intimate exchanges to the joyous laughter of your guests, we document every detail with precision and artistry. This package is perfect for couples who want a seamless experience and a cohesive narrative of their wedding day, captured in both stunning images and cinematic video.

What Our Clients Say

We're honoured to receive glowing reviews from our clients. Here's what one happy couple shared:

"Charlotte was organized, flexible, patient and unobtrusive. She managed to capture every special moment, blending formal and candid shots seamlessly. Her professionalism and relaxed demeanour made us feel completely at ease. The result? Beautiful, natural photos we'll treasure forever."

Let us Capture Your Story

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable moments of your life, and we're here to ensure those memories last a lifetime. Explore our portfolio to see how we bring love stories to life or get in touch to discuss your vision. Let's create something truly special together!

Charlotte Atherton Photography is a wedding photography company based in Liskeard, Cornwall and Salisbury, Wiltshire.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Other (Drone Photography)

What does the wedding package include?

We don't do packages as the 'one size fits all' approach to weddings does not suit everyone! All Weddings and Elopements include Digital Galleries with FREE downloads

How far in advance should I contact you?

As far as in advance as possible but do take last minute bookings subject to availability

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Avon, Hampshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire, Surrey, Gloucestershire

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel is included in your package quote

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Other (Natural, documentary, candid and relaxed)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

We combine a natural, candid photography style with innovative techniques, leveraging advanced equipment and creative approaches to capture authentic moments and deliver unique, stunning results

What kind of equipment do you use?

We use a wide range of professional equipment, including the latest Nikon cameras, high-quality Nikon lenses, advanced lighting setups, and drones, ensuring we capture stunning images in any setting

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, picTime

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Team of Professionals

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Would be agreed at time of booking and included in the contract. This would not normally be applicable as we work closely to ensure that you have the right coverage to suit your needs

What are the forms of payment?

BACS transfer

How do you work?

Our approach is to let you enjoy your wedding day your way! We understand the importance of preserving every moment ensuring your memories last forever
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Reviews for Charlotte Atherton Photography

Sarah
Sarah Sent on 02/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Book Charlotte now for your Wedding!!

(Our Wedding - 12.07.25)
From very start to finish Charlotte was absolutely phenomenal! The build up to the wedding was a bit of a nervous time but Charlotte gave us such reassurance and would answer any of our questions so quickly and professionally, considering she had lots of other work on! On our wedding day she went above and beyond her role by fluffing my dress and veil, helping Paul with his button hole, making sure our guests were organised and ensuring we kept to timings so we could make the most of our day! Charlottes hard work did not go unnoticed! We gave suggestions of types of photos we would like and Pinrest ideas and she more than delivered! The turn around of our first look photos and full album was so quick! We have been waking up every morning and just can't wait to look at the photos again and again! They look like something out of a fairy tale, especially the dappled sun ones! The close up of me and Paul with the sun coming down through the trees is just exceptional, something out of a magazine! We've never felt so beautiful!
We can't thank Charlotte enough for everything once again! The photos are absolutely breath taking, and she made our beautiful day so memorable and everlasting. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much! 
Book Charlotte for your special day and you won't regret it! 10/10 would recommend to anyone! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Jo James
Jo James Sent on 21/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Natural Memories Captured

I looked at a few photographers who had shot weddings at venues near us and narrowed it down quite quickly. Charlotte was very local to us, had clearly a lot of experience and a fantastic, gorgeous looking website. She got back in touch with me almost straight away, had availability and was very excited by the idea of our shoot; natural autumn with barn owls and a small group of friends and family. We scheduled our shoot quickly and efficiently thanks to Charlotte's form which was sent online and very easily was able to send over money for deposit etc. She charged us a very reasonable price for our 2 hours and we had a fun and giggly time (us not being very natural in front of cameras) taking some nice photos for ourselves and family members. Charlotte really helped to prioritise the ideas of specific family groups I'd sent to her and she'd previously worked with the local company that lent us the owls. We had a really lovely time and our shoot with the barn owls was definitely the shining jewel in the wedding tiara; the most important part of our day! I received the photos via an online link a lot quicker than predicted and now have some super memories to look back on in the future! We are so grateful and hope to use the photographer in the future for other events
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Hazel Sent on 15/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

1000% recommend

Charlotte went above and beyond at our wedding, she has the patient’s of a saint and handled our chaotic family’s perfectly. We had an amazing day with her and her pictures were beautiful! Working with Charlotte was so easy as she made us feel extremely comfortable and relaxed, we had a lot of fun posing and laughing which looked fabulous in the pictures. Charlotte’s photos had the whole family tearing up as she truly captured the emotions of day. If you are looking for a wedding photographer I would 1000% recommend Charlotte as she will not disappoint. Honestly I can’t praise her enough. Thank you Charlotte.
Tamsin
Tamsin Sent on 09/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding

Charlotte was very efficient to deal with the from outset. She always replied promptly and her pricing is pleasantly affordable. Most importantly her photos were amazing!
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Phil Sent on 29/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding

from start to finish to communication was superb, followed everything we wanted to the letter and the resulting photos were out of this world.

Met us at Truro and then followed (got there before us) to Porth beach in Newquay to finish the day of with some great shots.

So glad we decided to use Charlotte instead of the kids with the iPhones
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Alicia Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical wedding day

If you want magical, romantic and timeless memories of your wedding, Charlotte is the photographer you need. My wife and I were both nervous about being the centre of attention on our big day, especially knowing that there would be visual evidence of every awkward smile, snotty nose and ruined makeup. But there was none of this. Charlotte captured our wedding day exactly how we'd always dreamed and with zero disruption so my wife and I could just focus on each other. We couldn't even remember seeing her or Andy during the ceremony or the meal. But they were there, working hard to turn our wedding into a fairytail movie. Charlotte immortalised moments we didn't even notice ourselves on the day. And when it came to the individual photoshoot, her determination to get every shot was both impressive and entertaining - making it our favourite part of the whole day.

We want to thank Charlotte for not only her work during our wedding day but for transporting us back with each beautifully posed and edited photo.

- Skye & Alicia
Abi
Abi Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Abi & Jordan’s 💒

Charlotte was nothing short of incredible from the first phone call to book in to us recieving our amazing wedding photos, Charlotte was processional yet approachable, nothing was to much, price and timings were all personal to us and our budget, over all Charlotte is amazing at what she does and you can truly see that from her photography! Would absolutely recommend! Thank you from us both again!! Abi & Jordan x
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 08/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer

We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Charlotte Atherton as our photographer for our elopement ceremony. From the moment we met her, she was incredibly friendly, polite, and wonderfully relaxed—exactly the kind of energy we needed on such a special day. She made us feel completely at ease and truly captured the essence of our wedding beautifully.

The photos are absolutely stunning—every moment, every detail, captured perfectly. Charlotte has a real talent for telling a story through her lens, and looking through our gallery feels like reliving the day all over again. We were also blown away by how quickly we received our photos—such a fast turnaround without any compromise on quality.

We’re so grateful to have had Charlotte as part of our day and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, thoughtful, and professional photographer.
Wendy
Wendy Sent on 17/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Surprise Wedding!

Charlotte has produced a sensational gallery of photographs of our wedding. She could not have been more helpful and responsive to our wishes. She completely captured the joy of our special day better and both her formal and informal shots are beautiful. The image quality is superb and her unobtrusive manner enabled us to get the shots we wanted without if feeling intrusive. I can not thank her enough for creating an album of photos we will treasure for ever. I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a photographer for their wedding.
Josephine
Josephine Sent on 03/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Charlotte was the most perfect fit for us.

We found Charlotte on Hitched and really liked her portfolio. After an initial call with her if was obvious she was right for us, she was friendly and accommodated us at reduced hours to suit our budget.

As we grew closer to the wedding day we saved some pennies elsewhere and wanted to increase the hours we had Charlotte to be full day. Charlotte happily agreed and explained she only ever does one wedding a day regardless of how many hours she is hired for.

In the lead up to our wedding she was responsive and answered all our questions quickly. Our final call before the day was relaxed and friendly and exactly what we needed as the pre wedding nerves kicked in.

On the day Charlotte arrived on time and made sure to introduce herself to everyone needed. The day went perfectly and this couldn't have been done without her efforts to rally guests around, keep us relaxed during our poses photos of just us and just generally being excellent with all our guests. We made it clear we wanted lots of pictures of our guests just enjoying themselves including the children and she did not disappoint.

We were so happy with our sneak peak pictures, and upon arrival of the remaining pictures could not be happier with what Charlotte managed to capture on our day.

We would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.

Thank you Charlotte!
Corinne
Corinne Sent on 20/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous - Charlotte was organized, flexible, patient, and unobtrusive.

Charlotte was recommended to us by a friend, I had actually met her at their wedding too and had recalled her being brilliant at getting everyone together which was a feat as it was a large wedding. She managed to capture all the guests in one shot without it looking very staged. Charlotte is very professional and obviously knows what she is doing, she knows what works and what doesn't along with being very easy to get on with very relaxed all the time. We really didn't need to give much instruction to her, she arrived and was shooting from the start and knew what was needed. We wanted a mix of both formal and informal shots which Charlotte did with ease. She was so patient with us and worked hard to complete all of our requests even the weird ones! We had an entertainer that Charlotte liaised with to make the most of our setting and games including photo games to capture all the guests. In between the more formal takes Charlotte was very unobtrusive and captured some brilliant "in the moment" shots. I would definitely recommend her to any one getting married. Throughout she was always been very responsive and clear with any communication.
Jen
Jennifer Sent on 26/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Charlotte and her team did a terrific job!

Charlotte Atherton did an incredible job of capturing every key moment of our wedding this summer at Polhawn Fort. Charlotte and her team managed to document wedding preparations (for two brides) while also capturing special moments of the guests arriving which was wonderful. We really love the natural style of her photography and are very pleased with the results. Charlotte is friendly professional and approachable. Thank you!
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Lucia Sent on 24/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

One of the best wedding decisions we made!

If I could give Charlotte more than 5 stars I would!
Right from the start when I was doing my research into a wedding photographer, I instantly fell in love with other photos I had seen of weddings Charlotte had photographed. When I spoke to Charlotte on the phone she was so personable, friendly and there was no pressure from her to book with her. Communication was faultless and Charlotte always provides prompt responses.
On the wedding day, she was amazing! I didn’t envy her having to try and gather and organise all the wedding guests but she did a great job.
The sneak peak photos we have had so far, I am in love with and cannot stop looking at them and I cannot wait for the rest to come through! It was one of the best wedding decisions we made and we are so happy we chose Charlotte to capture our day.
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Natasha Sent on 23/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photography experience

We loved having Charlotte as our photographer. She was very easy to get in touch with always quick responding. Charlotte was professional and lovely to deal with on our special day. We would definitely recommend her for your wedding! All our photos came out amazing! Just what we wanted.
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H T Sent on 20/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

Charlotte was absolutely amazing! We can’t thank her enough for helping make our day so special! We are so In love with the photos. Over the moon!
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