Drone & Aerial Photography

Yes. All commercial drone operators in the UK must hold a valid CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. I'm fully licensed and insured, and I plan every flight in advance to comply with current UK drone regulations. For certain locations (near airports, in restricted airspace, or over congested areas), additional permissions may be required, I handle all of this as part of the service.

I fly a DJI Mini 5 Pro, which features a 1-inch CMOS sensor. It captures incredibly detailed, colour-accurate images even in challenging light, and at under 249g it falls below the threshold for additional CAA registration requirements. The drone also has multiple focal lengths, allowing me to shoot wide establishing shots and tighter detail shots from the same flight.

Yes, drone photography is included at no extra cost on any property where aerials add something, across all my property photography packages at no extra cost. If the weather or location doesn't permit a safe flight on the day, I'll arrange a return visit at no charge. Standalone drone-only shoots are also available for commercial and non-property work.

Drones can't fly safely in heavy rain, strong winds (above 25mph), or very low cloud. If conditions aren't suitable on the day of your shoot, I'll complete the interior and exterior ground-level photography and return for the aerial shots on the next suitable day at no extra cost.

Yes, with the correct permissions and planning. My drone qualifies for flights in most urban and suburban environments under current UK regulations. For flights directly over crowds or in restricted zones, I obtain specific CAA authorisation in advance.

UK regulations permit drone flights up to 120 metres (400 feet) above ground level. In practice, the best property and commercial aerial shots are typically captured between 20 and 80 metres, depending on the subject and surrounding landscape.

Yes. I can capture 4K aerial video alongside still photography. Drone video works particularly well for property marketing films, development progress reels, and corporate content. Let me know what you need when you get in touch.

I'm based in the South West, Somerset, and cover the whole of Somerset, Bristol, Bath, and surrounding areas as standard. For commercial clients, developers, and larger projects, I travel nationwide. Travel is included in your quote, agreed upfront.