Guidelines for taking Videos

  If a couple wish a video to be taken of their service we are very happy to allow this.  Following these guidelines will ensure that a decent film is obtained without disturbing the important ceremony.

 A licence and an additional fee are necessary because the music in the service is copyrighted material, and also because the organist is a professional musician.  These apply whether a video is taken by an amateur or a professional.

 1.       If a guest is using a camera, please ensure they do not move around and distract from the service.

 2.       No additional lighting may be used.

 3.          Particular discretion is required when filming in front of the couple.  A camera may however be placed on a tripod in the Choir in consultation with the Rector before the beginning of the service.

 4.       A camera may accompany the couple at the signing of the registers and move around for the procession at the end of the service.

 5.          Ensure that a Mechanical Copyright Protection licence has been obtained.  This is available from the Mechanical Copyright Protection Society Ltd, Elgar House, 41 Stretton High Road, London SW16 1ER.

Contact The Rector : mailto:Rector@AstburyChurch.co.uk