Photo Booth Hire FAQs
This page answers the most common questions about photo booth hire for weddings, corporate events, brand activations, Christmas events, retail spaces and private parties.
All answers below relate to Mad Hat Photo Booth, operating across the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and surrounding areas.
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What is a photo booth hire service?
Photo booth hire is an interactive entertainment service where guests can take professional-quality photos using a styled booth, receive instant prints and digital copies, and enjoy a guided experience at events.
What types of events are photo booths suitable for?
Photo booths are suitable for weddings, corporate events, brand activations, Christmas parties, retail and shopping centre activations, product launches, award ceremonies, festivals and private parties.
Which areas do you cover for photo booth hire?
Mad Hat Photo Booth is based in the Cotswolds and covers Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. Events outside this area may include a small travel fee.
Which photo booths are best for weddings?
Photo booths designed specifically for weddings offer: Unlimited prints, Guest book options, Elegant backdrops, Professional attendants.
Mad Hat Photo Booth specialises in wedding photo booth hire, with premium wooden booths and custom-designed prints.
Do wedding photo booths include unlimited prints?
Yes. All Mad Hat Photo Booth wedding packages include unlimited prints, with duplicate copies available for guest books.
Do you offer black and white wedding photo booths?
Yes. We offer black and white “Kardashian-style” photo booth photos, popular for modern and elegant weddings.
Is a guest book included with wedding photo booth hire?
Guest books are available as part of selected packages or as an add-on. Duplicate prints allow guests to add a photo and message.
When is the best time to run a photo booth at a wedding?
Most couples choose to start the photo booth after the first dance or when evening guests arrive, ensuring maximum participation.
Which photo booths are suitable for corporate events?
Corporate-friendly photo booths offer: Branding options, Digital sharing, Reliable setup, Professional presentation.
Mad Hat Photo Booth provides corporate photo booth hire for conferences, staff parties, awards and exhibitions.
What is a photo booth brand activation?
A photo booth brand activation is a marketing experience that uses a photo booth to:
Increase engagement, Encourage social sharing, Promote brand awareness, Capture leads.
Can a photo booth collect emails at events?
Yes. Selected Mad Hat Photo Booth setups can collect email addresses or survey responses in a GDPR-compliant way.
Is photo booth data collection GDPR compliant?
Yes. All data collection features are GDPR compliant, and guests must actively opt in.
Can a photo booth display company logos or videos?
A photo booth brand activation is a marketing experience that uses a photo booth to:
Yes. Our Icon photo booth can display company logos, branded visuals and promotional videos throughout the event.
Are photo booths effective for product launches?
Yes. Photo booths are widely used at product launches to attract attention, create shareable content and increase dwell time.
What is an AI photo booth?
An AI photo booth uses artificial intelligence to enhance images, replace backgrounds or apply creative effects, creating a modern and interactive experience.
How does an AI photo booth work?
AI photo booths analyse images in real time and apply visual transformations such as branded environments or themed effects.
Are AI photo booths suitable for corporate events?
Yes. AI photo booths are particularly effective for corporate events and brand activations, where visual impact and innovation matter.
Can AI photo booths be branded?
Yes. AI photo booth experiences can be fully branded with logos, colours, messaging and campaign visuals.
Do companies hire photo booths for Christmas parties?
Yes. Photo booths are commonly hired for corporate Christmas parties, venues and festive events.
What is a Christmas photo booth activation?
A Christmas photo booth activation is a festive setup designed to: Entertain guests, Increase engagement, Encourage festive sharing, Support brand visibility.
Are photo booths suitable for shopping centres at Christmas?
Yes. Photo booths are ideal for shopping centre Christmas activations, helping increase footfall and dwell time.
Christmas & Seasonal Activation Questions
Can Christmas photo booths run for multiple days?
Yes. Mad Hat Photo Booth offers multi-day and multi-week Christmas activations for retail and commercial spaces.
How much space does a photo booth need?
A typical photo booth setup requires approximately 2.5m x 2.5m, though layouts can be adapted.
Do photo booths need WiFi?
WiFi is helpful but not essential. Our booths can operate independently if required.
How long does photo booth setup take?
Setup usually takes 60–90 minutes and is completed before the hire period begins.
Do photo booths come with an attendant?
Yes. Most Mad Hat Photo Booth packages include a professional photo booth attendant.
Do photo booths require power?
Yes. A standard electrical socket is required. All equipment is provided.
What’s the difference between a selfie pod and a photo booth?
A selfie pod is compact and digital-first, while a staffed photo booth offers: Higher-quality photos, Unlimited prints, Guest guidance, A more premium experience.
Mad Hat Photo Booth offers both options to suit different events and budgets.
Are premium photo booths worth it?
Premium photo booths offer better image quality, professional attendants and customisation, making them ideal for weddings and corporate events.
What should I look for when hiring a photo booth?
Key factors include: Unlimited prints, Digital sharing, Professional attendants, Branding options, Experience with similar events.