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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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All the brilliant reasons to have an engagement photoshoot, by Chris Armstrong Photography

It’s an absolute pleasure to share this advice article by Cornwall wedding photographer Chris Armstrong. If you haven’t had an engagement shoot yet, we recommend it! The love and joy in the pics we’ve shared from Chris speak for themselves – but he tops it with reasons why a pre-wedding photo Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 years ago
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A celebration of love: Oliver & Elliot, with the London Wedding Collective

I fell for this gorgeous pair as soon as I saw their images from Chloe Delmonte Photography. Inclusivity is important to me; sharing inspiration for every couple out there really matters. Oliver & Elliot both represent the LGBTQ+ community, and have the most beautiful friendship. This inspiration feature has stunning Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 years ago
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Sustainable, rustic and bright spring wedding inspiration in rural Bedfordshire

We absolutely LOVE a sustainable countryside wedding theme – and this little beauty with welly wanging and gorgeous florals is EVERYTHING! It was sent in by lovely Caroline Acaster Photography, and created by a bunch of talented wedding creatives at Edworth Manor, near Biggleswade. “After several months of planning this Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJuly 14, 2023 ago
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This summer’s exciting new wedding colour trends!

A guest blog sent to us by Langley Castle. Header image by Gemma Randall Photography Your chosen colour scheme – if you have one! – might determine almost every part of your wedding day – from decorations to food. Whether you are having a wedding in a castle or you Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJuly 12, 2023 ago
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A beautiful coastal bridal photoshoot, with Ross Willsher Photography

There’s something wonderfully free-spirited about the coast, and I’ve always been a sucker for a coastal inspired wedding or photoshoot. This is my new favourite. A lovely collaboration between one of my favourite wedding photographers Ross Willsher, and Emma at Pretty Faces Makeup. We feel it’s important to say that Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJuly 10, 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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