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Advice

Your essential 2026 guide to humanist and independent wedding celebrants

In the last 15 years of English Wedding I’ve watched – happily – as celebrant-led weddings have grown in popularity. More and more couples choose independent and humanist celebrants over council registrars for their weddings every year. This shift in ceremony styles goes hand in hand with the rise in Read more

By Claire Gould, 12 monthsAugust 22, 2025 ago
Advice

Your Guide to Luxury Country House Wedding Venues in England

The very name English Wedding makes people think of stately homes and glamorous celebrations, when it really wasn’t the case when we launched 15 years ago (I was thinking more rebellious Kate Moss and Vivienne Westwood, but there you go)! I’ve been lucky to share hundreds of luxury weddings since Read more

By Claire Gould, 1 yearApril 2, 2025 ago
alternative weddings

An incredible dress for Rae & Jason’s joyful North Cadbury Court wedding, with Smiling Tiger Studios

I’m the happiest wedding blogger in the world today! It’s a joy to be sharing this beautiful Somerset wedding with the most amazing bespoke gold dress for stunning bride Rae. Jason’s suit is the loveliest purple shade, and the happy couple look fabulous in every single picture. They chose Dorset Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 years ago
elopement

Jack + Abi’s magical Chewton Glen elopement, with Smiling Tiger Studios

Grab a tissue, because this elopement is the loveliest thing ever. Abi and Jack tied the knot in Hampshire and their intimate ceremony is full of happy tears and the biggest, most joyful smiles you’ll ever see. Beautifully captured by Dorset wedding photographers and videographers Smiling Tiger Studios, the gorgeous Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 yearsJuly 12, 2024 ago
diverse weddings

Two beautiful weddings for Natasha & Jason at North Cadbury Court, with Smiling Tiger Studios

2 days, 2 looks, 2 cultures – Natasha & Jason’s wedding is out of this world. I love it! I want to see ALL the Hindu weddings on our blog – I’m not sent nearly enough and they are BEAUTIFUL! Today’s gorgeous couple chose North Cadbury Court as their venue Read more

By Claire Gould, 2 yearsMay 22, 2024 ago

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Sharing real weddings is marketing gold for suppliers – but

Claire Gould
August 11, 2026
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Why real wedding blogs still matter for suppliers I’m a wedding supplier and a...

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The loveliest last-minute touches for a personal, meaningful wedding

Claire Gould
August 7, 2026
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The days are ticking by, your wedding feels so close, and everything’s organised: perhaps...

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Green white and orange smoke held by a groom and bride and their guests at a Hertfordshire wedding | Nicki Shea Photography
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An exceptional experience: Laura & Neil’s amazing wedding at Beaumont

Claire Gould
August 5, 2026
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I’m beyond thrilled to share this epic wedding today – gorgeous couple Laura &...

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A beautiful red dress for Boo & Simon’s break-all-the-rules, joy-filled wedding, with Andy Davison Photography
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A beautiful red dress for Boo & Simon’s break-all-the-rules, joy-filled

Claire Gould
July 30, 2026
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Over the last week or two I’ve been having the loveliest email chat with...

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The long way round to my favourite job: a Berkshire

Claire Gould
July 28, 2026
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A guest article for English Wedding, beautifully written by wedding planner Lauren of Lauren...

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Classic, timeless style for Ellie and Will at Rockbeare Manor,

Claire Gould
July 24, 2026
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Some wedding websites publish AI-generated content. We don’t. The best thing about wedding blogs...

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The wedding of a lifetime: Anthony & William in the Lake District, with Mark Battista Photography
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The wedding of a lifetime: Anthony & William in the

Claire Gould
July 21, 2026
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This one’s for the ages. An epic wedding, planned from thousands of miles away,...

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Wedding law reform consultation launches: Give Couples Choice Movement calls

Claire Gould
July 16, 2026
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What do you think? Should independent celebrants be able to conduct legal weddings? The...

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