Last night we had the pleasure of photographing the Music Lodge Ladies’ Festival at the Oxford Belfry, and what a fantastic evening it was. We brought along our mobile photographic studio, giving guests the chance to step in for a professional portrait during the celebrations. It was wonderful to see so many people dressed in their finest — elegant gowns, …
Last night marked our very first event of 2026, and what a fantastic way to begin the year. Simon Coates Photography was delighted to be back at the wonderful Stratford Manor Hotel to photograph the Harmony & Unity Lodge’s Ladies Festival. It’s a venue we always enjoy working at, and it provided the perfect backdrop for an evening full of …
It was our pleasure to have been invited back to Bilton Grange School again this year to photograph the Christmas Ball. All of the photographs can be downloaded, for free, using the button below. There is also an option to purchase prints, should you so wish. Please note: The gallery is password protected and we cannot divulge what the password is!View …
Veteran Horse Society Annual Awards Night – A Wonderful Evening at the Bromsgrove Hotel & Spa We were delighted to once again photograph the Veteran Horse Society Annual Awards Night, held this year at the lovely Bromsgrove Hotel & Spa. It’s always a highlight in our calendar, and this event was no exception — a fantastic celebration of dedication, passion, …
The British Showjumping Awards Ball 2025 took place last night at the elegant St John’s Hotel in Solihull, and Simon Coates Photography was proud to be there capturing every special moment. This prestigious event celebrates the achievements and dedication of riders, owners, and supporters from across the British show jumping community. Our photography team covered the evening in full, from …
It is hard to believe that it has been a year since we were last at St. John’s Hotel in Solihull for the BSJ Awards. I suppose that after the summer season we’ve had it was only right and proper to have rain of biblical proportions on the way to the venue! It was a relief, however, to actually cover …
It was a great delight to have been invited along by the Classic Touring Car Club to attend their awards night at Chesford Grange Hotel. All of the photos are now available by clicking on the button below. As a thank you to those that bought prints from us on the night, we’ve added digital versions to out Facebook page …
It was an absolute pleasure to have been invited along to photograph the British Showjumping Awards at St. John’s Hotel in Solihull and it was fantastic to see so many people having such a great time. A huge congratulations to all of the winners! As well as photographing all of the winners receiving their well-deserved prizes, we also had our mobile …
It was great to be back at the Stratford Manor Hotel, to photograph the Special Care Baby Unit Black-Tie fundraiser.All of the pictures can be viewed by clicking the button below. As a thank-you to those that bought prints from us on the night, we have added a complimentary copy to our Facebook page.View the PhotosTag on Facebook
It was great to make a return visit to DM Kineton to photograph the Sgts Mess Christmas Ball. We always enjoy covering military events as everyone is used to being told were to stand!All of the pictures from the evening are now available to view by clicking the button below. As a thank-you to those that bought prints from us …