Hole in the Wall Chichester Pub Wedding Photography
There is something completely unmatched about a British pub wedding vibe. If you’re planning an alternative, relaxed celebration—or just looking for the perfect spot to sneak away for a celebratory pint during your wedding day, the Hole in the Wall in Chichester is an absolute hidden gem.
Located just a short walk from Chichester Guildhall and the Harbour Hotel, this fantastic, character-filled pub is the ultimate setting for couples who want to ditch the rigid traditions and focus on a bloody good party.
Why a Pub Stop Makes the Best Wedding Photos
On Molly & Joe’s recent wedding day at the Harbour Hotel, we decided to break up the afternoon by nipping down the road to the Hole in the Wall with their closest friends.
It ended up being one of the absolute highlights of the day.
There’s no posing, no awkward staging, just the bride and groom knocking back a proper pint, laughing with their favourite people, and soaking in the reality that they just got married. As a documentary wedding photographer, these are the exact candid, high-energy moments I live to capture. The pub's cosy textures, quirky corners, and laid-back atmosphere provide a brilliant, unposed backdrop that contrasts beautifully with more traditional venue shots.
Planning a Pub Wedding in Chichester?
Pub weddings are booming for a reason: they are inherently relaxed, welcoming, and notoriously fun. If you are ditching the big country manor house in favour of a personal, intimate city celebration, a local spot like the Hole in the Wall is perfect.
Because it sits right in the historic heart of Chichester, it’s incredibly easy to pair a ceremony at a nearby registry office, hotel, or park with a reception that revolves around great drinks, amazing comfort food, and zero stress.
Photographer's Tip: If you're planning a pub wedding, embrace the documentary style. Let the day flow naturally, keep group photos quick, and let me capture the real energy of the room as it happens.
Scroll down to check out a few of my favorite highlights from Molly & Joe's pub pitstop!
Looking for a Relaxed, Documentary Wedding Photographer?
Whether you're booking out a pub for your full wedding reception or just want to slip away for an uninterrupted Guinness during your wedding portraits, I’d love to be there to capture it.
If you're planning a fun, alternative city wedding in West Sussex, let’s chat about your plans.
