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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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Rewilding: an all eco elopement

If there was one blog feature I could hold up to the world and say, “here: this is why I’ve been blogging for ten years”, it’s this. I’m in love with the beauty of this seaside elopement which reminds me of my own wild beach. The images are out of Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 yearsOctober 1, 2021 ago
Advice

Top Tips for Finding and Booking Your Wedding Entertainment

Feature post by Entertainment Nation; header image by York Place Studios You’re getting married – congratulations! You’re probably already knee-deep in wedding planning, checking out venues, tasting cakes and more. It can be a lot of fun, but with so many things to consider, it can also feel quite overwhelming. Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 yearsSeptember 30, 2021 ago
classic / timeless weddings

English rose styled shoot at the Montagu Arms, Beaulieu, with Dom Brenton Photography

For all of you classic, traditional wedding fans… this lovely styled shoot will have you swooning! Hats off to lovely photographer Dom Brenton for standing in as the groom on the day! We’re loving all the summery vibes we’ve been able to share this week, so thank you ever so Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 yearsSeptember 29, 2021 ago
boho / whimsical weddings

Phil & Alicia’s wonderful wedding at Skipbridge, with John Hope Photography

An epic Yorkshire wedding with fabulous styling, colourful smoke and a magical, festival atmosphere. This glorious wedding brings back all the summer vibes and we LOVE it! Wedding photographer’s website https://www.johnhopephotography.com The venue: Skipbridge is a relaxed wedding venue full of unique charm. It’s an incredible place with quirky onsite Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 years ago
Engagement shoot

Katia & John’s elegant engagement shoot by St Paul’s Cathedral

Today’s blog blew me away when it landed in my inbox – the images are out of this world. Gorgeous couple Katia and John describe themselves as a crazy couple who love to have fun and laugh a lot together. They met in a restaurant by accident, due to a Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 yearsSeptember 24, 2021 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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