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Claire Gould

Claire spends her days writing - either in beautiful calligraphy or online. She lives on the edge of the English Lake District only minutes away from the beach, where she loves to escape and unwind. Claire's calligraphy can be found at www.byMoonandTide.com. Claire launched the English Wedding Blog in November 2009 - it's been a top 10 UK wedding blog ever since, with a regional focus we hope you LOVE.
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Modern Rustic Barn Wedding inspiration from the Garden of England

Hello lovely! Welcome to Monday, and to some amazing wedding inspiration with a sustainable vibe from lovely Mercedes at 4YaParty Weddings & Events. We are in LOVE with the flowers, the stunning cake, the cute-as-can be couple and the elegant styling touches. Oh, and including sustainable styling from cruelty free Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 years ago
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Elly & Hugo’s beautiful family wedding at Layer Marney Tower, with York Place Studios

It’s people that will make your wedding. It’s being around all of those people who bring out the very best in you both. It’s the reactions, the smiles and laughter: the interactions between all of your favourite humans. All images by London wedding photographers York Place Studios. Elly and Hugo Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJuly 28, 2023 ago
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MON CHÉRI, MY DARLING – a French alfresco wedding photoshoot at an English manor house

Today’s inspiration comes from a lovely group of creative wedding people at Norwood Park. It’s romantic and beautifully styled – lovely inspiration for an elegant summer wedding. More highlights on our insta – we’re at @englishweddingblog Enjoy! Words and images from Klaudia Maria Photography; full supplier list below When the Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 years ago
Advice

A unique and unforgettable party starter for your wedding!

Happy Monday, lovely people! We have something rather special to share with you today – a fantastic idea to brighten up any wedding ‘lull’ and bring astonished grins to your guests’ faces! The Close-Up Corner is a unique idea from wedding magician Close-Up Chris – one of the best-reviewed wedding Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJuly 24, 2023 ago
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Wedding planning tips for shy and introverted couples, with Ross Willsher Photography

So many of the words in this blog struck home for me. The concept of feeling safe with your wedding photographer; of being self-aware and comfortable in your skin – it’s just not something the mainstream wedding media really talk about. But it’s mega important. There’s a sense that people Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJuly 21, 2023 ago

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How your wedding styling and aesthetics have the power to

Claire Gould
February 6, 2026
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Confetti Sweethearts in Lincolnshire is one of the wedding businesses I added to our...

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Amy & Dylan’s lovely West Sussex wedding, planned in 3 months! With Anna Rainbow Photography
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Amy & Dylan’s lovely West Sussex wedding, planned in 3

Claire Gould
February 4, 2026
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A super sweet, intimate and lovely wedding from Southdowns Manor, with English Wedding member ...

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Pinch a fistful of salt – they’ve updated the ‘average

Claire Gould
February 2, 2026
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Wouldn’t it be wonderful if, instead of announcing a big ‘average’ wedding spend, the...

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On grooms’ style, mood boards, and behind the scenes conversations!
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On grooms’ style, mood boards, and behind the scenes conversations!

Claire Gould
January 30, 2026
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Grooms’ stories are important. I love watching how couples respond to the events of...

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All the loveliest things you ever wanted to know about

Claire Gould
January 28, 2026
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We’ve been publishing such lovely advice for English Wedding member Emma Rose Jewellery for...

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Ways of looking at weddings – Imogen & Ed at Lartigolle, with York Place Studios
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Ways of looking at weddings – Imogen & Ed at

Claire Gould
January 26, 2026
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Let’s do this differently. Usually when I’m blogging a wedding I scroll through the...

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Bride smiling at the camera, holding a pastel bouquet in her hands. By Ross Willsher Photography
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Creating a mindful, intentional wedding experience: Part three – looking

Claire Gould
January 23, 2026
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These heartfelt and thoughtful articles are by Essex and UK wedding photographer Ross Willsher...

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Loving moment between groom and bride UK documentary wedding photographer Simon Dewey
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Wedding Photography Trends for 2026: The “Anti-Trend” Era

Claire Gould
January 22, 2026
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A thoughtful and considered article for couples and wedding suppliers, which I’ve loved reading...

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