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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.
Advice

How an engagement shoot can boost your confidence and stamp out pre wedding nerves!

Loads of couples are nervous about their wedding photography experience. If I could share one tip with every person reading this blog it would be to do everything you can to keep on top of your stress levels in the run up to your wedding day. One thing I hear Read more

By Claire Gould, 8 monthsJune 9, 2025 ago
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What should grooms wear for weddings in 2025? (A simple, relaxed guide for normal people)

Let’s start this advice with a big old pinch of salt. If you’re getting married, you can wear whatever the hell you like. Before we get into details about lapels or cufflinks, let’s make one thing really clear: it’s your day (equally with the person you’re marrying) – so wear Read more

By Claire Gould, 8 monthsJune 5, 2025 ago
inspiration

27 Amazing venues and show-stopping wedding locations from around the UK

We’ve celebrated thousands of breathtaking real couples’ weddings on this blog – now it’s time to celebrate some of the incredible locations the UK has to offer as wedding venues. With the playing field levelled for joyful ceremonies of all styles with the new laws around outdoor weddings – and Read more

By Claire Gould, 8 monthsJune 4, 2025 ago
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Leigh and George’s springtime Yorkshire wedding, with Joss Denham Photography

Cherry blossom and glorious gardens for this stunning Middleton Lodge wedding – an absolute beauty. Leigh and George used artificial flowers for colourful tables, bridesmaids wore vibrant pink – this entire day sings of celebration, and it’s utterly fabulous. “I love spring and knew there would be lots of flowers Read more

By Claire Gould, 8 months ago
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Advice

Could the trend for quiet proposals signal a future of equality in wedding planning?

This Friday, I thought a short but thoughtful blog post would be lovely. I was contacted by a media agency about ‘quiet proposals’ – a rising trend where couples are shopping together for engagement rings, rather than keeping the ring a secret and planning a super romantic, surprise proposal. This Read more

By Claire Gould, 8 monthsMay 30, 2025 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
17

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
7

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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