Why we LOVE a Lake District tipi wedding

There’s something undeniably special about a Lake District tipi wedding. It’s a chance to create a day that’s truly your own — relaxed, outdoorsy, and packed with character. And from a photographer’s perspective, these weddings often result in some of the most beautiful and emotive images we capture.

The Lake District, with its rolling fells, sparkling lakes, and dramatic skies, provides a breathtaking setting for a tipi celebration. Whether you’re pitched up in a meadow, beside a lake, or in the garden of a family home, a tipi wedding feels like it belongs to the landscape — and that connection with nature really comes through in the photographs.

Tipis offer a perfect mix of rustic charm and blank canvas flexibility. You can decorate them with festoon lights, foliage, florals or keep things simple and let the surroundings do the talking. They work brilliantly in all seasons too — we’ve photographed summer weddings with open sides and long golden evenings, and autumn weddings filled with candlelight and cosy blankets.

That said, tipi weddings do come with their quirks — particularly from a photography point of view.

Lighting can be one of the biggest challenges. The natural light inside a tipi is limited, especially as the day goes on. But with the right approach — and a good understanding of how to work with available light and subtle flash — we’re able to maintain that warm, natural feel without disrupting the mood. In fact, some of our favourite evening photos come from dancing under fairy lights in the tipi’s ambient glow.

Weather can be unpredictable (this is the Lake District, after all), but that’s part of the charm. We always come prepared — not just with weatherproof gear, but with flexible plans for portraits and group shots, so we can pivot quickly if the forecast changes. We also make the most of fleeting dry spells and know the value of a good pair of boots!

More than anything, tipi weddings are about atmosphere. They’re intimate without being formal, stylish without being showy, and filled with laughter, live music, and laid-back joy. Our job is to blend in, capture those genuine moments, and tell the story of your day in a way that feels honest and heartfelt.

If you’re planning a Lake District tipi wedding and want photographers who embrace the adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Scroll down to see some of our favourite tipi wedding moments and get in touch if you’d like to chat more about your plans.

Useful Contacts:

Fjell Event Tipi Hire: https://www.fjelleventtipis.co.uk/

Special Event Tipi: https://www.specialeventtipis.co.uk/