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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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Romantic Meets Vibrant: A Bold Wedding Editorial in Historic Arundel

As we slow down and prepare for a couple of weeks to rest and recharge, I want to leave you with the most beautiful inspiration for your weddings. Today’s styled wedding editorial is incredible! The images have such a beautiful, authentic storytelling vibe brought to life by real couple Alistair Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 months ago
boho / whimsical weddings

Tristan and Nicola’s beautiful, twilight Dartmoor wedding, with OTEM Photography

A gorgeous wedding for a lovely family, with creative details and SO much love. Tristan and Nicola’s venue, Canonteign Falls, is a beautiful venue with nature all around – sadly, no longer hosting full weddings but absolutely worth a visit! Images are by lovely Ewelina at OTEM Photography. As ever, Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 monthsDecember 16, 2025 ago
Bristol wedding

Shree and Zoë’s blissfully beautiful wedding in Bristol, with Charlotte Sams Photography

Today’s wedding is everything I love. An intimate, meaningful ceremony. Thoughtful details with pops of fabulous colour. A gorgeous couple whose words and wedding supplier reviews fill my heart. And breathtaking images by lovely Charlotte Sams Photography. I just know you’ll love this one too! Huge congratulations to Zoë and Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 months ago
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Advice

Planning a Christmas proposal? There’s ONE thing you have to get right!

To be super clear: when you propose at Christmas time, there’s one secret you absolutely can’t ignore, if you want it to go perfectly. There’s many more tips and ideas you can choose to take on board as well! We’ll give you those in a nutshell, but let’s get cracking Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 months ago
Bridalwear

For You – by Kotapska (Ukraine)

Tis the season, so it seems, for insanely beautiful bridal collections to drop in my inbox. Today, the stunning new collection from KOTAPSKA, a celebrated name in Ukrainian luxury bridal fashion. Their newest collection “For You” is an ode to the woman who chooses to love boldly, express authentically, and Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 monthsDecember 7, 2025 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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