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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.
classic / timeless weddings

Meg and David’s beautiful sunny Rockbeare Manor wedding with Evolve Photography

Remember sunshine?! Today’s wedding is bursting with summer vibes, and comes from Devon’s glorious Rockbeare Manor. Meg is stunning in a beautiful dress from Brides of Chester; David’s suit is perfect for summertime in light grey with pale blue accents. This is another fabulous wedding from Devon wedding photographer Evolve Read more

By Claire Gould, 5 yearsJuly 29, 2021 ago
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English fairytale wedding inspiration at Clearwell Castle

Fairytale wedding inspiration from one of England’s finest castle locations – the dress detail is stunning, as are our bride and groom. The romantic, blousy florals look absolutely breathtaking, and the cake is as elegant as they come. Horse lovers should keep scrolling all the way for Catherine’s Carriages’ magnificent Read more

By Claire Gould, 5 yearsJuly 26, 2021 ago
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Pretty Pastels in a Tipi set in an Enchanting Bluebell Woodland; The Perfect Secret Garden Wedding

Lovely Kerrie from Vivienne May weddings sent this fabulous shoot in – I just love the festoon lighting, the magnificent florals and the super cute dinky painted macaroons! The delicate shoulder details on the bride’s dress are lovely, and it makes me very happy indeed to see a groom styled without Read more

By Claire Gould, 5 yearsJuly 23, 2021 ago
classic / timeless weddings

Daniel & Fallon’s elegant and timeless barn wedding at Shilstone House, with Younger Photography

A wonderfully elegant, beautifully captured Devon wedding with a stunning couple and the most adorable little page boy! Fallon and Daniel are a lovely bride and groom, whose smaller wedding is as wonderful as any big event – the magic comes from the glorious location and the LOVE that just Read more

By Claire Gould, 5 yearsJuly 22, 2021 ago
LGBTQ+ weddings

Can we please start to ditch the ‘bridal’ industry?

Back in the 1950s (or something) we called it the ‘bridal industry’. In 2021, we’re a little more aware. And unless you’re a wedding dress shop*, if you’re starting a new wedding business you absolutely need to acknowledge that not every wedding has a bride. *to be fair, I’d like Read more

By Claire Gould, 5 yearsJuly 20, 2021 ago

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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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Wedding group hug by Nathan at Libra Photographic in Dorset
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Real questions, honest answers: what’s documentary wedding photography really all

Claire Gould
January 21, 2026
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I’m excited to launch a new series of articles for wedding suppliers and couples...

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