Yana Skakun
Peterborough & North Cambridgeshire
Family Photographer
Peterborough
Relaxed outdoor family sessions — Ferry Meadows, Nene Valley, and across the Peterborough area.
Family Photography in Peterborough
Genuine Family Portraits in Beautiful Outdoor Settings
Peterborough is surrounded by genuinely beautiful outdoor spaces — Ferry Meadows Country Park, the Nene Valley countryside, and the unique limestone grasslands at Barnack Hills and Holes. These are the locations that make outdoor family photography here so rewarding.
Sessions are relaxed and unhurried. I work around children — following their energy, creating storytelling moments rather than static poses. The photographs that result actually look like your family, rather than a performance of it.
Where We Shoot
Best Family Photography Locations Near Peterborough
Ferry Meadows Country Park
Year-round
Peterborough's most-loved outdoor space — lakes, meadows, woodland, and open grassland. Wonderful at golden hour in spring and autumn.
Nene Valley Railway & Countryside
Spring – Autumn
The river Nene corridor west of Peterborough with riverside meadows, wildflowers, and open skies.
Sacrewell Farm
Spring – Autumn
Beautiful working farm near Thornhaugh — a relaxed, quirky backdrop with millpond and historic farm buildings.
Queensgate Gardens & Cathedral
Year-round
Peterborough Cathedral's close and surrounding green space — lovely for families who want a mix of architecture and nature.
Barnack Hills & Holes
Spring & Summer
Unique limestone grassland National Nature Reserve with wildflowers — extraordinary photographic texture and colour in May–July.
Cambridgeshire Countryside (wider)
Any season
The open Fens north of Cambridge, the Nene Valley, and Rutland Water are all within easy reach for families wanting something different.
Investment
Peterborough Family Photography Packages
Family Session
£195
1 hour · 30–40 images
- 1 Peterborough-area location
- Full family group + individuals
- Fully edited gallery
- Delivery within 7 days
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Extended Family
£295
2 hours · 60–80 images
- 2 locations or longer session
- Children's individual portraits
- Golden hour option available
- Up to 8 family members
- Delivery within 7 days
Full Day Session
£445
Half day · 100+ images
- Multiple Peterborough locations
- Extended family groups welcome
- Morning through golden hour
- Priority editing (5 days)
- Print credit included
FAQs
Do you travel from Cambridge to Peterborough for family sessions?+
Yes — Peterborough is within my regular coverage area and I frequently work there. There's no travel supplement for Peterborough-area sessions booked more than 2 weeks in advance.
What's the best season for outdoor family photography near Peterborough?+
Late spring (April–June) and early autumn (September–October) give the best combination of colour, light, and comfortable temperatures. Ferry Meadows in autumn is particularly beautiful.
How many people can be in a family session?+
Standard sessions include up to 6 people. The Extended package covers up to 8, and the Full Day session can accommodate large extended families — grandparents, multiple generations — without issues.
Can we bring our dog to Ferry Meadows?+
Yes — dogs are welcome at Ferry Meadows and most other Peterborough-area locations I use, and they're always welcome in sessions. They tend to add spontaneous energy and often produce the best unplanned moments.
How quickly will we receive our photographs?+
Your fully edited online gallery will be ready within 7 working days. You'll receive a private link to download all images in full resolution.
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Book Your Peterborough Family Session
Tell me when you'd like to shoot and I'll suggest the best location for the season.