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Charging to photograph UK Cathedrals

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Posted by Eric: Thu Jan 10th, 2013 07:08

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I was aware that National trust dont allow photography inside their properties but was somewhat dumbfounded on entering Peterborough cathedral yesterday to be confronted by ...

"If you intend to take photographs inside, there is a £3 license you must buy"
The 'license' stipulates you cannot use or distribute the photograph...ie only viewed on your computer. If you want to use or transfer the photos in any other way, you have to 'apply' to the dean and chapter for a commercial license...price unknown.

OH and by the way ....wife with camcorder and me with camera = 2x £3

OH and by the way ....guide book £3

Needless to say my Yorkshire dander was roused. OK I dont go into large churches very often but if they want to effectively charge an entrance fee...then do it for everyone....not just photographers. Its not the charge, which is modest, it is the selective targeting I dont like.

I dont mind paying for a guide book ...wouldnt even object to a unilateral entrance fee (I often give a donation anyway).

But singling out the taking of photographs is another matter...and double charging us...despite me insisting the photos would be on the same PC.

o.O

Sharp contrast to other European countries!

I was hoping to visit Ely Cathedral ...better check if THEY single out photographers!

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I suppose on reflection, there is some logic to it.

Many photographers wont bother with a guide book. So at least there is a chance of getting something from them. We invariably buy a guide book because to get some photos, controlled lighting and private access are needed, which are not possible on a public visit.

I invariably put something in the church box as I leave...if the visit was enjoyable. I just like to be in control of that action, not be confronted by a charge irrespective of the experience inside. But I guess others may be different.

Perhaps I still have the Christmas grump? :rofl:

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Posted by Bob Bowen: Thu Jan 10th, 2013 10:00

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I'm with you Eric. Charge for all - don't be selective. I always give a donation even in small village churches.

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Posted by blackfox: Thu Jan 10th, 2013 11:48

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unfortunately a sign of the times ,pay to park ,pay entrance fees ,pay to take a picture ,pay for a pee or a poo .its now getting totally ridiculous all i can say eric is lucky you don't live in wales its 5p PER BAG every time you go shopping,if you forget your own . even the chinese takeaway charges for there skimpy little plastic bags :whip:

Posted by Eric: Thu Jan 10th, 2013 13:00

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blackfox wrote: unfortunately a sign of the times ,pay to park ,pay entrance fees ,pay to take a picture ,pay for a pee or a poo .its now getting totally ridiculous all i can say eric is lucky you don't live in wales its 5p PER BAG every time you go shopping,if you forget your own . even the chinese takeaway charges for there skimpy little plastic bags :whip:

You wait till Wales gets independence.

:rofl:

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