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Notes on wedding directories vs wedding blogs for advertising
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You don’t need to list your wedding business in directories – even this one – to get bookings. Here’s why.

In 2026, you don’t need to list your wedding business in directories to get bookings. For some people they work really well, but for others they just eat money – so I’ve spent a little time this week really considering the alternatives. If you’re curious about a directory-adjacent approach to Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 months ago
Newlyweds in wedding wear pose by a waterfall in winter time. By Mark Battista Photography
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Christina & Chris’s immersive (literally!) Lake District wedding, with Mark Battista Photography

My dream wedding would be: a venue high in the mountains with epic views of lakes and fells, locally made craft beers, and a pac-man arcade game, then doughnuts. A fun vicar would be an added bonus. The good news? It’s already been done – and gorgeous couple Christina & Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 months ago
A bride and groom stand before an opulent floral archway with pink and red roses. She's wearing a minimal white dress and he's in a pale blue suit - by Damien Vickers Photography in Cambridge
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After 10 years of Weddings, Here’s What I’ve Learned About Creating Timeless Photographs – by Damien Vickers

Written for English Wedding by luxury editorial wedding photographer Damien Vickers (based in Cambridge). Damien Vickers Photography is a member of English Wedding. When you’ve photographed more than 250 weddings over the course of a decade, you start to notice patterns. Not trends, those come and go. Not colour palettes, Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 monthsMarch 2, 2026 ago
The groom at a wedding lifts his bride in a big hug, kissing her on the cheek. He's in a white shirt and waistcoat, and she's wearing Indian wedding dress. By York Place Studios
diverse weddings

What timeless really means – Kieran & Will’s Malton wedding, with York Place Studios

3 months since I read it, an instagram post from a content creator is still at the back of my mind. She said “there’s no such thing as timeless“. I disagree totally – timelessness isn’t about styling: it’s real, it’s about emotion and being human, and we see it in Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 monthsFebruary 27, 2026 ago
A groom and bride look into each others eyes as she holds a bouquet towards the camera. By Joss Denham Photography
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New beginnings at English Wedding – and an invitation for independent suppliers

Images in this blog are by Yorkshire wedding photographer Joss Denham I feel like everything changed when 2026 arrived. Instagram got louder and more out of control, or at least that’s how it felt for me. My wedding friends were talking about AI on socials, and there were podcasts and Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 monthsFebruary 26, 2026 ago

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Wedding blogs vs directories: what’s the difference and why listing

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April 28, 2026
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I’ve written thousands of blog posts: enough to keep a successful UK wedding blog...

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newlyweds laugh as guests throw petal confetti | outdoor wedding in Kent with award winning UK photographers York Place Studios
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Lucy & Matt’s fabulous but weather-drenched wedding in Kent, with

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April 24, 2026
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This fabulous wedding began with downpours – and you’ll see it was torrential as...

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Timelessly elegant, untamed florals for Adam & Nikki’s breathtaking Yorkshire wedding, with Jemma Khan Studios and Christopher Western Photography
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Timelessly elegant, untamed florals for Adam & Nikki’s breathtaking Yorkshire

Claire Gould
April 22, 2026
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Today’s wedding is utterly breathtaking: Nikki & Adam’s day was timelessly elegant, beautifully photographed...

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The loveliest meadow wedding for Chloe & Sam in Kent, with Max Milne Photography
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The loveliest meadow wedding for Chloe & Sam in Kent,

Claire Gould
April 20, 2026
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Honestly, I can’t stop beaming when I look at Chloe and Sam’s wedding photos....

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Bold and editorial museum wedding inspiration at The Box, Plymouth

Claire Gould
April 17, 2026
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It’s funny when you think about it: wedding blogs have featured styled photoshoots for...

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Lottie & Will’s sparkly beautiful wedding at Priston Mill, with Martin Dabek Photography
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Lottie & Will’s sparkly beautiful wedding at Priston Mill, with

Claire Gould
April 15, 2026
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We’re sharing the loveliest winter wedding today, with stunning couple Lottie and Will, in...

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Wedding law reform – what’s changing and what will it

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April 13, 2026
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As a wedding supplier and blog editor, adding my voice to the movement supporting...

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Newlywed couple having their confetti moment at Eden Barn with Cumbria wedding photographer Mark Battista
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How wedding photography works – an honest guide for couples

Claire Gould
April 9, 2026
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Knowing what to expect from your wedding photographer will take away wedding day worries....

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