Photo Booth Hire at Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Selfie Star offers photo booth hire at Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa near Keswick, and our team has worked at this Lake District country house before, so we understand the scale and style of a celebration here. When the formal part of the day is done and the evening begins, a staffed photo booth gives your guests a relaxed way to celebrate and leaves you with a full set of printed memories.
Armathwaite Hall: a country house wedding by Bassenthwaite Lake
Armathwaite Hall describes itself as one of the original stately homes of England. It stands on raised ground on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, between the water and the Skiddaw range, with views across the lake from the house. The estate covers 400 acres of deer park and woodland, and today the hall operates as a luxury hotel and spa with 43 individually designed rooms.
Weddings have a long history here: the hall says it was one of the first premises in Cumbria to become licensed to hold civil ceremonies. Couples can choose from several ceremony locations:
- A choice of ceremony venues within the hotel and its grounds
- An outdoor Woodland Gazebo for ceremonies among the trees
- A religious ceremony option at nearby St Bega’s Church
Add the spa, the dining rooms and guest bedrooms for the nights before and after, and it is easy to see why couples choose to make a weekend of it.
Cumbria wedding photo booth hire: matching the booth to the hall
A historic house in the fells calls for a booth that feels considered rather than gimmicky. These are the options we would suggest.
The Glam Booth for classic portraits
Black and white photography suits a stately home. Our Glam Booth is a Kardashian-style photo booth with a white backdrop and flattering beauty lighting, producing striking monochrome portraits that would sit comfortably alongside your professional photographs. It is staffed and starts from £650.
The Vintage Booth for country house warmth
A historic house surrounded by woodland suits our Vintage Booth. Hand-crafted in solid oak with a choice of backdrops, it is open so that larger groups can join in. From £625, with the option to upgrade to the Glam Booth for £25.
The AI Photo Booth for a modern contrast
Not everything has to be traditional. Our AI Photo Booth can transport guests with AI backgrounds, turn them into artworks or avatars, or try face swap, with instant prints – a fun counterpoint to a grand setting.
Our self-service Party Pod and Digital Pod are available at Armathwaite Hall when booked alongside an EventsDJ wedding DJ.
Everything that comes with your staffed booth
- 3 hours of booth time as standard, with extra time at £150 per hour
- Unlimited photo capture, with prints every time
- A personalised print design
- A gift box with a full set of prints
- An online gallery for guests
- The Selfie Star pose guide
- A friendly, professional attendant
- Setup and clear away – we arrive an hour before the booth opens
Guest Book Management is available for £39. Our photo booth hire cost guide explains the packages.
Armathwaite Hall wedding entertainment: DJ and photo booth
If you would like music and photos handled by one team, our sister company EventsDJ provides wedding DJs. Our Wedding DJ & Photo Booth package saves you money compared with booking separately. The Evening DJ package runs for 5 hours, and you can add cold spark fountains for the first dance or a sax player to play alongside the DJ.
Need a DJ too? Our sister company EventsDJ provides wedding and party DJs. See the wedding venues EventsDJ has played.
Planning tips for a photo booth at Armathwaite Hall
- Ask about placement. Country houses often have a mix of rooms in use during the evening. Speak to the hotel’s wedding team about where the booth will sit – close to the dancing is usually best.
- Plan around the light. On summer evenings in the Lakes it stays light late. You may want time outdoors with your photographer before opening the booth as the party starts.
- Think about a weekend. If your guests are staying over, extra booth time (£150 per hour) lets the party carry on longer.
- Personalise your prints. A design that references Bassenthwaite or Skiddaw makes a lovely keepsake.
- Book early. Couples usually book 12–24 months ahead. A booking fee secures the date, with the balance due 14 days before.
Other Lake District venues we’ve worked at
We have also provided booths at Lodore Falls Hotel in Borrowdale, Inn on the Lake at Ullswater and Langdale Hotel & Spa. For more on the region, see our Cumbria photo booth hire page, or our full areas covered list.
For the wider area, see our guide to photo booth hire in Keswick, Ullswater & Penrith.
Armathwaite Hall photo booth FAQs
Do you cover the Lake District?
Yes. We work at venues across Cumbria, including Armathwaite Hall, and our staffed booths are available throughout the region.
Which booth looks best in a historic hall?
The Glam Booth and Vintage Booth are both popular in country houses. The Glam Booth gives timeless black and white portraits; the Vintage Booth’s solid oak suits traditional interiors.
Can guests take photos home on the night?
Yes. Every staffed booth includes unlimited photo capture, with prints every time, and you get the full set in a gift box.
Is there an online gallery?
Yes, every staffed booking includes an online gallery so guests can download their photos after the wedding.
How do we book?
Get a quote, then pay a booking fee to secure your date. The balance is due 14 days before.
Getting married by Bassenthwaite Lake? Request a quote or use the form below to tell us your date, and we will confirm our availability for photo booth hire at Armathwaite Hall.
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