Yana Skakun
Manchester · Maternity
Maternity Photographer Manchester
Heaton Park · Didsbury · Vernon Park · Chorlton Meadows
Bump Photography in Manchester
Manchester is surrounded by exceptional parkland for maternity photography. Heaton Park — the largest municipal park in Europe — offers rolling grassland, walled gardens, and the backdrop of a Georgian hall. Didsbury's Fletcher Moss riverside meadows and ancient woodland give a more intimate feel, while Chorlton Meadows and Vernon Park in Stockport offer a quieter, community-garden quality that many expecting parents find perfect for pictures that feel genuinely theirs.
My approach throughout Greater Manchester is relaxed and natural — gentle movement, genuine connection, and close attention to the evening light. Sessions are best booked at 28–34 weeks and I travel regularly from Cambridge for Manchester maternity photography.
Manchester Maternity Packages
Outdoor Bump Session
£200
1 hour · 25–35 images
- 1 Manchester location
- Solo or couple portraits
- Fully edited gallery
- Online delivery within 7 days
Most Popular
Extended Maternity
£295
1.5–2 hours · 45–60 images
- 2 locations or outfit changes
- Partner & sibling portraits
- Golden hour timing option
- Gallery within 7 days
Favourite Manchester Maternity Locations
✓Heaton Park · M25
✓Fletcher Moss & Didsbury Village · M20
✓Vernon Park, Stockport · SK1
✓Chorlton Meadows · M21
✓Salford Quays / MediaCityUK · M50
✓Dunham Massey (National Trust) · WA14
Questions
When should I book my Manchester maternity session?
Between 28–34 weeks is ideal — your bump is beautifully rounded and you're still comfortable walking across Heaton Park or Chorlton Meadows. I recommend booking at around 20 weeks to secure your preferred date.
What makes Manchester's parks special for bump photography?
Heaton Park is the largest municipal park in Europe — rolling grassland, walled gardens, and an 18th-century hall give a range of backdrops from expansive to intimate. Didsbury's Fletcher Moss has riverside meadows and mature woodland perfect for golden hour sessions.
Can we include a sibling or our dog?
Absolutely — siblings and dogs add energy and emotion to maternity portraits. The Extended package allows plenty of time for family portraits alongside solo bump shots.
Do you travel from Cambridge to Manchester?
Yes — Manchester is on my regular travel circuit. Travel is included in all maternity packages. Sessions can be booked on weekdays or weekends.
Get in Touch
Book Your Manchester Maternity Session
Tell me about your vision and I'll be in touch within 24 hours.