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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

Why wedding planning shouldn’t be a chore! (And how to make it fun!)

As we head into the weekend, I would love for you to hold one thing close to your heart – let planning your wedding be FUN! Don’t let the excitement of saying “I do” fade as your planning journey begins. Hold on tight to the joy of those first few Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsFebruary 3, 2023 ago
Glorious golden hour wedding photography! Emma and Sam share a hug and a kiss as the sun sets. There's a woodland behind them and she's holding her bouquet with her arms around Sam's shoulders. By Tom Hodgson Photography
Photographers

Welcome! Peak District & The World wedding photographer Tom Hodgson

I’ve discovered SO many talented wedding photographers and suppliers this year! It feels like 2023 is going to be amazing with everyone hitting the top of their game… and today I’m really excited to introduce you to a documentary wedding photographer whose images I love. Peak District wedding photographer Tom Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsFebruary 2, 2023 ago
Modern elegant wedding photography of a groom in a tux and bow tie and a bride in a minimal dress with a plunge neckline. She's wearing a pearl headband and carrying a red and white bouquet. London wedding photographer Ellie Gillard
London wedding

Warmest welcomes to alternative London wedding photographer Ellie Gillard!

I was chatting to lovely Emma from Emma Jane Events back in January(!), and explaining what I do as a wedding blogger. I was smiling my little head off when I said the thing I love most is having an inbox full of gorgeous photos every day – and today’s welcome Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsFebruary 1, 2023 ago
inspiration

Winter Romance in a French Castle

We’re thrilled to share some beautiful French wedding inspiration with you this morning. The theme is wintry and beautiful with pops of warming reds and berries. The location is a dream château in the south of France. The love is real from gorgeous couple Romane & Loïc. Perhaps this beautiful, Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 years ago
Hertfordshire wedding

Sian & Sam’s adventure wedding for little people, with York Place Studios

The first York Place Studios wedding of the year is always a treat for me. I feel as though I’m letting all of you newly engaged couples out there into a really special secret. Here we have the kind of wedding you rarely see on big wedding websites: it’s authentic, Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 yearsJanuary 27, 2023 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
7

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
19

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
9

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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