Autumn photography mini sessions

Friday 24 & Saturday 25 October 2025

Riverhill Himalayan Gardens, Sevenoaks,

Kent, TN15 0RR

A fern illustration, which is one of Claire's favourite things to photograph

Join Claire for some beautiful family photographs this autumn and then enjoy the Amazing Pumpkin Festival at Riverhill.

The picturesque backdrop of the Riverhill garden and woods is an ideal setting for some treasured images to celebrate your family and to also share with loved ones - conveniently timed with the festive season fast approaching.

Come layered up in your best cosy knits, cardigans, and hats!

Each session is 15 minutes, allowing you time to get comfortable in front of the camera, have some fun, and capture your family.

✷ a ‘Style and what to prepare guide’ for advice on what to wear and what to expect on the day

your own Private, easy to use viewing gallery with 10+ images from your session

your choice of 1 hand-edited picture for you to download, print and share with loved ones

✷ the opportunity to purchase additional digital images, seasonal cards, calendars, bespoke fine art albums, prints and wall art.

Please note: that entrance to Riverhill entry is NOT included in the Session price. On arrival at the ticket office, please have your season ticket ready or purchase entrance tickets.

After the session, you can then spend the rest of the day in the gardens, enjoying the Pumpkin Festival. For entry Prices to Riverhill click here.

Sessions are suitable for children aged four months plus - read the FAQs for further information below

What does a mini session include?

Special mini session price £25

A bunch of daisies

Got a question about the mini sessions - read on…

 

What photos will we get from our mini session?

Lots of pictures of you and and any children having fun and playing together amongst the autumnal backdrop

portraits of your children, showing thier personalities

Group picture of you enjoying being altogether and in the moment

 

Other things to know:

  • I’d love to capture whatever family means to you - whether it’s just you and your glorious bump, your other half, children, grandparents or dog.

    For the sessions I would recommend no more than 6 people, as we have a short period of time together, but I’m always happy to discuss any ideas you have - email info@clairelaceyphotography.com

    Also please note sessions are not suitable for baby's under four months old. Please kindly get in touch to discuss booking a session for an alternative date.

  • Yes, you’ll need to pay the admission price unless you are already a season ticket holder - ticket information can be found here

    Once your shoot has taken place, you are free to enjoy the gardens, adventure playground, maze and cafe until it closes at 5pm.

    Also the amazing pumpkin festival will be in full swing with lots to explore. Find Pumpkin Festival information here.

    Find out about all Riverhill has to offer here.

  • I love keeping a keen eye on the weather, so if it is looking inevitable that heavy rain will be making an appearance, I’ll contact you by 8pm the evening before your mini session to postpone your shoot to your backup date:

    • Friday 24 October - back up 31 October

    • Saturday 25 October - back up Sunday 26 October.

    These will take place at the same session slot time on that back update

  • We only have 15 minutes together and unfortunately there won’t be time for full costume changes. However if you come dressed in a coat/ knitwear and want to remove a layer to get a different look that is totally fine.

    However if you are looking for a session where you can have completely outfit changes, then one of my other longer session offerings may be for you. You can find details here.

  • Riverhill is multi-terrain garden so access varies across the site.

    The location for the photography session is down six steps, along a gravel walkway and up a slightly slopped path.

    It is recommended that if you have a baby buggy, to leave it at the Ticket Office during the session and use a carrier/ sling to walk the 4 minutes to the shoot location.

    For full accessibility information visit the Safety & Accessibility page or contact me at info@clairelaceyphotography.com as I’m always happy to discuss any requirements and alternative locations for the session within the grounds.

  • The £25 session fee is non-refundable, unless someone else is able to take your slot. However the fee is transferable to a friend (just let me know who) or towards either a future photography mini session or maternity, newborn, family or branding session with Claire Lacey Photography.

    Please kindly let Claire know at the earliest opportunity if you can not make it at least 24 hours before, so your slot can be offered to someone else by emailing info@clairelaceyphotography.com.

  • After the shoot, Claire will hand edit your images and send you a link to your own secure private gallery, which will contain a mix of colour and black & white images. As part of your session fee, you'll be able to choose 1 high resolution image to download and print as you wish.

    Plus you'll have the opportunity to own additional digital images at £15 each or £119 for all the images in your gallery. Along with other print items and wall art.

  • Riverhill is located on the outskirts of Sevenoaks in Kent, UK. Riverhill can be found on Google Maps here.

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I’d love to chat more, either email info@clairelaceyphotography.com or fill out my contact form

Kind Words & Love Letters

Claire gave us such great direction and found a perfect location. The shoot was super chilled, which isn't what you always expect with a toddler in tow. We were so impressed and touched by the moments she captured. If you are planning a family shoot, choose Claire.

—Elizabeth, Bromley, London

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