Terms & Conditions

Last updated: June 13, 2026

These Terms & Conditions apply to all Silver Birch Video wedding, celebration, event and drone videography services. By confirming a booking, paying a booking fee, or continuing with our services, you agree to these terms.

Important:

All prices are quoted in GBP/British Pounds (£). A 30% non-refundable booking fee is required to secure your event date, with the remaining balance due no later than 30 days before the event unless agreed otherwise in writing.

1. Booking and Payment

A booking is secured upon written confirmation by email and receipt of a non-refundable booking fee of 30% of the agreed collection price, or such percentage as stated on the invoice.

The booking fee secures the event date exclusively and is deducted from the total balance due. Until the booking fee is received, the event date remains available to other clients.

The remaining balance is due no later than 30 days prior to the event date unless otherwise agreed in writing.

  • Failure to pay any amount by the due date may result in cancellation of services and release of the event date to other clients.
  • All pricing is confirmed at the time of booking and is not subject to future price increases.
  • Payment of the booking fee constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.
  • All communication relating to bookings must be in writing, including email.

2. Cancellation and Date Changes

The booking fee is non-refundable under all circumstances because it reserves the event date and prevents Silver Birch Video from accepting another booking for that date.

  • If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event date, the full remaining balance becomes payable.
  • If cancellation occurs more than 30 days prior to the event date, any payments made beyond the booking fee will be refunded.
  • In the event of a requested date change, reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate the new date, subject to availability.
  • If Silver Birch Video is unavailable on the new requested date, the booking will be treated as a cancellation.
  • Any date change must be agreed in writing.

3. Coverage

Coverage is determined by the selected collection/package as confirmed in the booking confirmation or invoice.

Coverage is centred around the ceremony/event venue and key moments of the day. For weddings, this may include guest arrival, ceremony, speeches, first dance and other agreed key moments. For birthdays, corporate events and other celebrations, coverage will follow the agreed event schedule.

  • Coverage is provided at a single venue location only unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • For the purpose of this agreement, a single venue refers to locations within the same site or grounds where no vehicle travel between locations is required.
  • If any part of the day takes place at a separate venue requiring travel by vehicle, this is not included as standard unless confirmed in writing.
  • Additional coverage may be arranged in advance and additional fees may apply based on distance, travel time and schedule impact.
  • All coverage is scheduled to conclude by the agreed finish time and no later than 9pm unless otherwise agreed in writing in advance.
  • If coverage exceeds the hours included within the selected collection, additional coverage may be charged at £100 per additional hour. Additional coverage is charged in full hour increments.
  • Coverage is continuous but includes reasonable short breaks for rest and refreshment.
  • A hot meal must be provided for coverage exceeding six hours.

Every reasonable effort will be made to capture key moments. However, exact coverage cannot be guaranteed due to the unpredictable nature of live events, venue rules, guest behaviour, lighting conditions, weather, timing changes or restrictions imposed by officials or venue staff.

Audio quality is dependent on venue conditions and cooperation from officiants, speakers, DJs and guests. While every reasonable effort will be made to capture clear audio, responsibility cannot be accepted for poor audio resulting from venue restrictions, interference, refusal to wear microphones or unsuitable sound systems.

4. Creative Control

The client acknowledges that they are booking Silver Birch Video for a cinematic storytelling style of wedding and event film.

Creative decisions including filming angles, lighting choices, music choice, editing style, colour grading, pacing, transitions, shot selection and final presentation remain at the sole discretion of Silver Birch Video.

Raw unedited footage is not included and will not be supplied unless expressly included in the selected collection or agreed separately in writing.

5. Deliverables and Collections

For the purposes of this agreement, a “collection” refers to the specific package of coverage hours and deliverables selected by the client and confirmed within the booking confirmation or invoice.

Silver Birch Video may offer collections such as Essential, Signature and Luxury packages, together with bespoke wedding, celebration, corporate event and drone filming options.

  • Each collection includes the coverage duration and deliverables outlined at the time of booking.
  • Deliverables are confirmed within the booking confirmation or invoice.
  • Any additional edits, extra versions, extended cuts, USB delivery, extra coverage or additional services must be agreed separately and may incur additional charges.

6. Drone Filming

Drone footage will only be captured where weather conditions, venue permissions, safe operating conditions and UK aviation regulations permit.

  • Drone usage cannot be guaranteed due to safety, legal restrictions, weather, airspace restrictions or venue limitations.
  • No refund will be given if drone footage is not possible on the event day.
  • The client is responsible for obtaining venue permission for drone filming where required.
  • All drone filming remains subject to the videographer’s final safety decision on the day.

7. Cancellation by Videographer

In the unlikely event that Silver Birch Video is unable to attend due to illness, injury, emergency or circumstances beyond reasonable control, every reasonable effort will be made to source a suitable replacement videographer.

If a suitable replacement cannot be secured, liability is limited to a full refund of all monies paid by the client.

8. Force Majeure

No liability shall attach for failure to perform services due to events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to extreme weather, government restrictions, venue limitations, travel disruption, illness, accidents, equipment theft, civil emergencies, natural disasters or other unforeseen circumstances.

9. Liability

Public Liability insurance is held. Professional care is taken during filming, editing, storage and delivery.

In the unlikely event of total equipment failure, loss, theft, corruption of footage, memory card failure or other technical issue, liability is limited to the total amount paid by the client.

Silver Birch Video is not responsible for restrictions imposed by venues, officials, weather, guests or third parties that limit what can be filmed.

10. Client Responsibilities

  • The client is responsible for obtaining venue permissions where required and ensuring filming is permitted.
  • The client is responsible for informing guests that filming is taking place.
  • The client agrees to provide an accurate schedule of the day in advance.
  • The client must inform Silver Birch Video of any significant changes to schedule, location, timings or restrictions.
  • The client should identify any key people, moments or details they particularly want captured.
  • The client must ensure reasonable access, parking and working space is available where possible.

12. Data Storage and Delivery

Final edited films will normally be delivered by secure online download link, unless another delivery method is agreed.

  • Final edited films and associated footage will be retained for a minimum of twelve months after delivery.
  • After this period, files may be permanently deleted without notice.
  • Clients are responsible for downloading their films promptly and ensuring they are safely backed up.
  • Online links may expire or be removed after the retention period.

13. Editing and Delivery Times

Every effort will be made to deliver completed films within the estimated delivery period discussed at booking. Delivery times may vary depending on seasonal workload, project complexity, music licensing, client requests and the length of the event.

Short teaser films may be delivered separately and do not affect the estimated delivery time of the main film.

Any delivery times provided are estimates unless specifically agreed in writing.

14. Privacy and UK GDPR

Client information is processed in accordance with UK GDPR and is used only for enquiries, bookings, service delivery, communication, invoicing and legal record keeping.

Personal information will not be sold to third parties. Selected third-party services may be used where necessary for delivery, such as secure file transfer, payment processing, email communication or website hosting.

Clients may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal data where applicable by contacting Silver Birch Video in writing.

15. Agreement

These Terms & Conditions constitute the entire agreement between the parties.

  • Any amendments must be agreed in writing.
  • Payment of the booking fee constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.
  • If any part of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remainder shall continue in full force.
  • These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales.