Graduation Gala at The Aviary Ormskirk | Selfie Pod Hire

What a night it was at The Aviary in Ormskirk. On 15th May 2026, we had the pleasure of being part of the Edge Hill Primary Education Graduation Gala, and it was exactly the kind of event that reminds us why we love what we do.

The Venue: The Aviary, Ormskirk

The Aviary is a brilliant choice for celebrations like this. It has a warm, sociable atmosphere that suits group events perfectly, and the space lends itself well to an evening of celebration, dancing, and yes, plenty of selfies. For a graduation gala marking the achievements of trainee primary school teachers, it set exactly the right tone.

Ormskirk itself sits right at the heart of the Edge Hill University community, so it made complete sense to keep the celebrations local. The Aviary gave the graduating cohort a proper send-off to remember.

Our Setup: Selfie Pod Hire

For this event, we brought along our Selfie Pod, and it turned out to be an ideal fit. The Selfie Pod is compact and sleek, meaning it didn't take up unnecessary floor space, while still delivering a fantastic experience for guests throughout the evening.

One of the standout features for a group event like a graduation gala is that the Selfie Pod comfortably accommodates four or more people at once. Graduating students, course tutors, and friends were all piling in together, which made for some genuinely joyful group shots.

What Was Included

• A choice of hundreds of print templates, personalised to the occasion
• Two prints per use, so nobody had to argue over who gets the photo
• A fun prop box and free prop basket to get everyone in the spirit
• Unlimited visits throughout the evening
• An online gallery so guests could revisit their photos after the night
• A download link with high quality digital copies for every shot
• A standard photo guest book, filled up beautifully over the course of the night
• No backdrop required, keeping the setup clean and unobtrusive
• Full setup and takedown handled by our team
• PLI and insurance certificates provided

The prop box was a particular hit. There's something about a cap and gown crowd getting hold of silly props that just works, and the photos proved it.

540 Photos and Counting

Over the course of the evening, guests took a total of 540 photos. That's 540 moments from a night that marked a genuinely significant milestone for everyone there. We love seeing those numbers at the end of an event because it tells us the guests truly got stuck in and had a great time.

You can view the full gallery from the night over at the Edge Hill Primary Gala gallery. It's a lovely collection of candid, joyful images from a very well-deserved celebration.

Why a Selfie Pod Works for Graduation Events

Graduation galas are high-emotion evenings. People are proud, relieved, excited, and ready to celebrate properly. A Selfie Pod suits that energy brilliantly because it's quick, intuitive, and doesn't require a formal queue or a photographer hovering nearby.

Guests can pop over whenever they like, grab a prop, strike a pose, and get a print in their hands within seconds. By the end of the night, those prints become little mementos that people genuinely keep. The photo guest book that was filled over the evening is a particularly lovely keepsake for the organising team too.

Planning a Similar Event at The Aviary or Nearby?

If you're organising a graduation gala, an awards evening, a corporate celebration, or any kind of group event in Ormskirk, West Lancashire, or across the North West, we'd love to be part of it. We cover the full region from our base in Blackpool, and venues like The Aviary are exactly the kind of spaces our setups work brilliantly in.

Take a look at our full range of Selfie Pod hire options, or explore our other services including Photo Booth hire, Magic Mirror hire, and Audio Guest Book hire.

Ready to get the ball rolling? Book online here or get in touch with our team and we'll help you find the perfect setup for your event.