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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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Sneha & Jacob’s emotional, magical proposal at Chatsworth, with Priti Shikotra Photography

Right on the home page of English Wedding you’ll see “This website is for everyone. It’s about love.” Sharing love stories of every kind brings so much joy to our screens, and while it’s been a little while since we’ve shared a proposal story, Jacob and Sneha’s is incredibly special. Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 monthsOctober 22, 2025 ago
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2026 weddings will embrace regal refinery with a cheeky twist – and an epic after party

I loved reading Hitched’s wedding trends prediction for 2026, which landed in my inbox this morning. Taking inspiration from Bridgerton, a rise in stately home celebrations and a search for innovative, alternative wedding cakes, 2026 weddings are going to be so exciting! There’s one trend I’m waaaayyy out of sync Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 monthsOctober 20, 2025 ago
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Izzy and Tom’s beautiful Barley Wood wedding, with Martin Dabek Photography

It’s wonderful to be sharing this beautiful September wedding with you all today. Izzy and Tom chose some of our favourite suppliers for their wedding, and they’ve sent the sweetest reviews for their English Wedding interview. Not least, Barley Wood wedding photographer Martin Dabek who gets a glowing recommendation from Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 monthsOctober 17, 2025 ago
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A styled photoshoot – The Riviera Reimagined: Italian Elegance on Devon’s Coast

I reached out to Plymouth-based wedding photographer Rebekka Werren when I saw this gorgeous model couple on her instagram. Luna and Scott have a beautiful connection which brings real magic to this styled photoshoot. The vibe is Italian summer, the location is incredible; the images are bursting with love and Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 monthsOctober 15, 2025 ago
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The future for wedding websites is bright, shining honesty. Here’s why.

(Why do we even need to say this? Because media giants are exploiting small wedding brands and it needs to stop.) Basic directories don’t work. But they’re still charging £££ to join. Wedding suppliers work SO hard. If industry website owners and editors don’t recognise that and provide value – Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 months ago

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decorative place setting with ribbon and personalised tag showing wedding design and styling to create an atmosphere by Confetti Sweethearts
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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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