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Drone photography tips, aerial guides, and 360° virtual tour insights from a CAA-certified pilot based in Shrewsbury

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UK Drone Code 2026: What Every Drone Pilot Needs to Know
Guides

UK Drone Code 2026: What Every Drone Pilot Needs to Know

The CAA updated the UK Drone and Model Aircraft Code in March 2026. Here is a plain-English breakdown of the key rules — from registration and flyer IDs to restricted airspace and the three operational categories — and how Ark Aerial Photography 360 operates in full compliance.

•4 min read•Jamie Whelan
#UK Drone Code#CAA#drone regulations
4 Million Views on Google Maps: Why 360° Photography Is Dominating Local Search
360° Virtual Tours

4 Million Views on Google Maps: Why 360° Photography Is Dominating Local Search

Our 360° photos on Google Maps have now surpassed 4 million views — and counting. From the Taj Mahal to the Shropshire Hills, here is why immersive photography is one of the most powerful tools on the planet.

•6 min read•Jamie Whelan
#Google Maps#360 photography#Street View
Ian Hunter Blue Plaque Unveiled in Oswestry — Photographed by Ark Aerial Photography 360
Events

Ian Hunter Blue Plaque Unveiled in Oswestry — Photographed by Ark Aerial Photography 360

I was honoured to be invited by the family to photograph the unveiling of a blue plaque for Mott the Hoople lead singer Ian Hunter on York Street, Oswestry — a special day for the town and for rock history.

•3 min read•Jamie Whelan
#Ian Hunter#Mott the Hoople#Oswestry
360° Virtual Tours for Estate Agents in Shrewsbury
360° Virtual Tours

360° Virtual Tours for Estate Agents in Shrewsbury

How Shrewsbury estate agents are using 360° virtual tours to sell properties faster, reduce wasted viewings, and stand out in a competitive market.

•5 min read•Jamie Whelan
#360 virtual tours#estate agents#Shrewsbury
How Much Does Aerial Photography Cost in Shropshire?
Pricing & Planning

How Much Does Aerial Photography Cost in Shropshire?

Wondering what aerial photography costs in Shropshire? We break down the pricing factors, what is included, and how to get the best value from your drone shoot.

•5 min read•Jamie Whelan
#aerial photography cost#drone photography pricing#Shropshire
Drone Photographer Shrewsbury – Aerial Photography Services
Aerial Photography

Drone Photographer Shrewsbury – Aerial Photography Services

Ark Aerial Photography 360 offers professional drone photography and videography across Shrewsbury and Shropshire. Here is what our aerial photography service includes.

•5 min read•Jamie Whelan
#drone photographer#Shrewsbury#aerial photography services
Drone Photographer in Shrewsbury: What to Expect
Aerial Photography

Drone Photographer in Shrewsbury: What to Expect

Looking for a drone photographer in Shrewsbury? Here is everything you need to know — from CAA regulations to what makes aerial photography in Shropshire so special.

•5 min read•Jamie Whelan
#drone photographer#Shrewsbury#Shropshire