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Rydal cave Lake District elopement photography by Mark Battista
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Why the Lake District is perfect for elopements: a friendly, expert guide by a Cumbria wedding photographer

I’ve always admitted I’m biased because this is my home – but the Lakes is the best place for a UK destination wedding. It just is. Since 2020, elopements have soared in popularity and naturally, the Lake District is an incredible place to elope. Here’s how to go about it, Read more

By Claire Gould, 20 hoursJuly 1, 2026 ago
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 who’ve never booked a photographer before

Knowing what to expect from your wedding photographer will take away wedding day worries. Hiring a professional who knows what they’re doing will set your mind at rest. An experienced wedding photographer will bring a feeling of calm, and their quiet confidence can be a blessing amongst all the excitement Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 months ago
styled shoot

Timeless and romantic spring wedding inspiration from Holesfoot Cumbria, with Mark Battista Photography

If English Wedding has a little bias towards the north west and the Lakes, I make no apologies. This part of England’s where I grew up, my home, and just happens to be my personal favourite! Today, a styled wedding inspiration photoshoot with stunning springtime vibes from one of the Read more

By Claire Gould, 6 months ago
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Candid, never posed! An essential guide to relaxed and natural wedding photography by Mark Battista

If you’re still to book your wedding photographer, this is for you! The wedding photos you’ll love most will be relaxed, natural images of you and your guests. You’ll adore the ones where your smiles look natural, where your glances are genuine, and the ones which remind you how fun Read more

By Claire Gould, 7 monthsDecember 2, 2025 ago
autumn weddings

A beautiful Gilpin Hotel Lake District wedding for Lois & Marcus, with Mark Battista Photography

An intimate wedding in the perfect setting today, as I write this blog from a damp and autumnal Lake District. The backdrop for Lois and Marcus’s day was beautiful: soft light on fading bracken and a relaxed ceremony by the shore of a private lake. Images are by Mark Battista Read more

By Claire Gould, 10 monthsSeptember 17, 2025 ago

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Rydal cave Lake District elopement photography by Mark Battista
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Why the Lake District is perfect for elopements: a friendly,

Claire Gould
July 1, 2026
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I’ve always admitted I’m biased because this is my home – but the Lakes...

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Megan & Jacob’s gorgeous wedding in Seaham, County Durham | Joss Denham Photography
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Megan & Jacob’s gorgeous wedding in Seaham, County Durham |

Claire Gould
June 24, 2026
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An incredibly beautiful wedding from the North East of England today, with sublime images...

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Model wears rings and jewellery by Hatton Jewellery in London
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Stories set in stone: The Hatton Jewels guide to elegant

Guest author
June 22, 2026
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There’s something undeniably curious and fascinating about vintage and antique jewellery, with each piece...

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A subtle shift in the luxury wedding market – and how to offer a luxury wedding service as a supplier
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A subtle shift in the luxury wedding market – and

Claire Gould
June 19, 2026
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The grass is always greener, right? And then sometimes, you wonder if it might...

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Groom and bride at Sandy Cove Devon | with Martin Dabek Photography
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Timeless wedding style at Sandy Cove for Sophie & Josh,

Claire Gould
June 12, 2026
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A glorious, beautiful sunny real wedding in Devon, with breathtaking coastal views and the...

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Photographer credit Ekin Can Bayrakdar source Nadine Merabi
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What to wear on your hen weekend: outfit ideas every

Claire Gould
June 10, 2026
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Hen weekend celebrations have evolved enormously over the past decade or so. As a...

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wedding bouquet and bridal shoes by Katelyn MacMillan on Unsplash
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How to gradually build content for your wedding business that

Claire Gould
June 8, 2026
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Apologies! – that title’s a bit of a mouthful, but the exact words were...

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Wedding ideas: Renaissance elegance in Normanton Park Gardens
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Wedding ideas: Renaissance elegance in Normanton Park Gardens

Claire Gould
June 2, 2026
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From an ancient, secret garden to Grecian backdrops and heavenly decor, this styling for...

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