FAQ’s

Have questions about hiring The RetroBooth? Find answers here about our vintage photo booth, event services, and everything included with your booking.

Welcome to the RetroBooth Frequently Asked Questions page, your go-to guide for everything about our vintage photo booth hire in Manchester. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, exhibition, or private party, The RetroBooth is designed to make your event unforgettable with stylish, high-quality photos, instant digital sharing, and fun props for every guest.

Here, we’ve compiled answers to the most common questions about our photo booth hire services, including setup requirements, print options, custom backdrops, attendants, and digital galleries. We aim to make it easy for you to plan your event, ensure your guests have a great time, and create lasting memories.

Looking for something specific? Browse through our questions below to learn more about how The RetroBooth can elevate your event in Manchester and across the UK.

Although we are based in Manchester, we cover the whole of the UK and Europe.

We require at least 2x2m of space and a mains power plug within 1.5m. If you opt for the guest book option, extra space for a small table is also needed.

Yes, we supply a wonderful range of props as standard. Standard print size is 6x4”.

At least one fully trained booth attendant is included from setup to pack-away. They oversee the booth, encourage guests, and manage the guest book if chosen.

The attendant ensures guests have the best experience, sets up and packs down the booth, monitors equipment, explains how it works, organises the photo album, and can give fun tips for photos.

Every aspect of The RetroBooth was designed by a professional event photographer. It uses a full-frame DSLR, studio lighting, and an industry-standard printer to deliver high-quality images and prints.

Yes, logos, messages, captions, and colour schemes can be included on prints.

Yes, let us know in advance and we’ll set the booth up for B&W photos.

We normally arrive at least 45 minutes before the agreed starting time to set up the booth and ensure everything is ready for your guests.

The RetroBooth is primarily designed for adult use, but children can be accommodated if supported by an adult (lifted or stood on a chair).

Yes, all photographs are provided via a password-protected gallery, where you can view, download, and share them.

Yes, custom backdrops are encouraged to suit your event and make The RetroBooth stand out.

Yes, as long as there is access via a lift or ramp. Additional charges may apply if no lift or ramp is available.

Yes, as long as it is sheltered from rain, direct sun, and wind. Flat ground is essential.

Yes, we can record GIFs, Boomerangs, video messages, as well as still photos.

Yes, we have £10m PLI. If the venue requires a copy of our PLI or RAMS, we can provide them.

We require a 50% non-refundable deposit to secure the date and time. The remaining balance is due 4 weeks before the event.

Why Book The RetroBooth

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Unlimited Photos

For the duration of the booking, everyone can use The RetroBooth as many times as they would like. No-one will leave empty handed.

A collection of photo booth snapshots from various events, including weddings and themed parties, featuring groups of people dressed in costumes, formal attire, and casual wear, with some images showing props like glasses, hats, and feather boas.

Customised Designs

We can customise the photo branding to fit seamlessly into your event’s theme. The design possibilities are endless, it can be a message,

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High Quality Images

The RetroBooth may appear vintage, but inside is a full-frame DSLR, professional printer, and studio lighting for flawless photos.

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Amazing Props

Our collection of high-quality props adds extra fun and personality to every photo. We can even customise props to complement your event’s unique theme.

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Trained Attendant

The RetroBooth comes with a trained attendant, who will stay with the booth throughout the booking, assist the attendees and ensure the best experience possible for your guests.

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Premium 6×4” Prints

Every visitor to The RetroBooth receives their own personal 6x4” print to take home, printed instantly using our professional lab-quality printer.

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Instant Sharing

Guests can receive their photos instantly via email or SMS, and they can upload to their social media instantly. This is the real buzz The RetroBooth can create for your event

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Private Online Gallery

After your event, all images will be available in a private password-protected gallery, ready for you and your guests to view and download.

Ready to Book?

We cover any event, no matter how large or small. Bring your event and ideas to us and we will bring The RetroBooth to you. To enquire, please complete our enquiry form and we will be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can email us directly at : Hello@theretrobooth.co.uk

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