Green Unions

GU SOULMATES: Introducing you to green wedding bloggers - Tamsin and Jim

Time to introduce you to our brand new series - GU Soulmates.  Over the months I'll be sharing stories from all kinds of couples, in all walks of life, at all stages of their wedding planning...

Published on: 7th April 2016

REAL WEDDINGS: A naturally balanced fairytale woodland wedding in Wales: Natasha and Matt

This week I’ve got a dreamily earthy natural Welsh wedding for you to drool over, which took place at the stunning Fforest - an outdoor glamping wedding venue in Pembrokeshire.    W...

Published on: 17th March 2016

REAL WEDDINGS: Alice and Kevin threw a laid back woodland wedding in the heart of Devon

It was on a beautiful early summer’s weekend that Alice and Kev chose to hold their laid back woodland wedding at Middle Coombe Farm near Tiverton in Devon.  But wait … let’s ...

Published on: 25th February 2016

REAL WEDDINGS: A Charming Handmade Bristol Farm Wedding Adorned with Seasonal British Flowers

I’ve got a real treat for you all today - the delightfully simple and genuinely natural West Country farm wedding of Chris and Amy Marsh.  The newlyweds both love nature, their local neighb...

Published on: 24th November 2015

REAL WEDDINGS: A Ffabulous Fforest wedding camp

Chloe and Dafydd’s fabulous wedding at Fforest camp embodies the essence of Autumn and cosying up around roaring fires with family and the best of friends for a celebration weekend in the countr...

Published on: 31st May 2015

A Family Affair...

I was blown away when Amy at Hooe's Yurts sent me the story of her sister's chilled, intimate and very natural wedding. She told me the story so well that I thought it best to let her pass it ...

Published on: 19th May 2014

REAL WEDDINGS: A magical sunrise Pagan handfasting at ancient Stonehenge | Jacky and Paul

Stormy winter skys, Neolithic standing stones, Pagan rituals, dwarfs, mist, magic and mystery.  All these elements went towards this stunningly dramatic Pagan wedding on Salisbury plains last Dec...

Published on: 13th May 2016

REAL WEDDINGS: Hanna and Guy’s quirky fantasy fiction back yard wedding with hand made elements

I am totally bowled over by Hanna and Guy's beautiful and personal wedding photographed by Joanna Ornowska of Images for Life.  Here is the full story told by Hanna herself....

Published on: 14th January 2016

REAL WEDDINGS: A Hand Made Winter Wedding at the Longhouse in Somerset | Maxine and Adam

WOW lately I’ve been spoiled for choice with an abundance of Green Unions to choose from!   Today the lovely Maxine and Adam have let me feature their very down-to-earth hand made winter...

Published on: 8th July 2016

GU SOULMATES: Tamsin and Jim’s wedding countdown - three weeks to go!

Here's a lovely story for Saturday morning ... It seems such a short time since I started talking to Tamsin about her September wedding plans and met her for a coffee and large slice of cake in...

Published on: 20th August 2016

REAL WEDDINGS: A Very Personal Eco Friendly Wedding in the Heart of Bristol | Anne and Steve

Time for another amazingly creative and inspirational eco friendly wedding! This week I’m handing you over to lovely couple Anne and Steve who will tell you all about their amazing natural we...

Published on: 7th October 2016

GREEN UNIONS: A very Personal Wedding at The Longhouse near Bruton in Somerset | Annie and Phil

When the lovely Emma Stoner sent me photos of Annie and Phil’s very personal wedding at The Longhouse near Bruton in Somerset in June 2016, I knew you’d like to read all about it.  Th...

Published on: 3rd December 2016

GREENUNIONS: A Laid Back Budget DIY Wedding in Glastonbury Field | Tamsin and Jim

Today I’ve got a really great treat for you.  Remember our GU Soulmates, Tamsin and Jim?  Well they went and got married near Glastonbury last September and theirs was a very relaxed f...

Published on: 3rd March 2017

GREENUNIONS | A Woodland Wedding Weekend Full of Fun and Laughter in North Devon | Emma and Matt

Emma and Matt were married at Beaconside House near Bideford in North Devon over a glorious early Autumn weekend.  This laid back DIY wedding, which was oviously packed full of fun and laughter, ...

Published on: 1st April 2017

GREENUNIONS: A Church and Farm Style Winter Wedding on the Fens | Cheryl and Oliver

Now here's a lovely little gem of a winter wedding.  Even though it looks like summer's only just on it's way, I know some of you will be in the midst of planning a winter wedding for...

Published on: 21st April 2017

REAL WEDDINGS | A Truly Magical Woodland Tipi Wedding

I’m in love with natural woodland weddings right now and Nick and Kye’s wedding is just that, as well and being a magical ‘green union’ in every way.  The way family and f...

Published on: 11th April 2015

REAL WEDDINGS | A fabulous Welsh Farm DIY Wedding for Childhood Sweethearts | Kirsty and Adrian

Happy Friday everyone on this first day of July! We’re welcoming in the month on a totally upbeat note (I think we all need some fun right now) with this joyous Welsh farm wedding of childhoo...

Published on: 1st July 2016

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Published on: 1st January 1970

REAL WEDDING - a Deeply Personal Church Wedding with Vegan Reception

Real Wedding: a deeply personal church wedding with vegan reception in Dartmoor...

Published on: 4th July 2018

REAL WEDDING - a Natural Handfasting Wedding Ceremony in the Forest of Dean

If you’re not sure how a handfasting wedding ceremony works then we’ve got a perfect example for you this week.  Annette and Ravi chose to pledge their vows within a log circle in the Forest of D...

Published on: 2nd July 2018

ADVICE - A Nice Day for a Green Wedding - Our 10-Point Green Wedding Guide

A Nice Day For A Green Wedding - Our 10-Point Green Wedding Guide...

Published on: 7th May 2018

INSPIRATION - Wedding Dress Trends for the Eco Bride

Wedding Dress Trends for the Eco Bride...

Published on: 18th April 2018

REAL WEDDING - Tying the Knot in Notting Hill - captured by Ellie Gillard Photography at Sunbeam Studios

Real Wedding: tying the knot in Notting Hill - captured by Ellie Gillard Photography at Sunbeam Studios...

Published on: 30th March 2018

REAL WEDDING - Katy and Matt's North London Green Wedding, captured by Lilly Sells Photography

REAL WEDDING - Katy and Matt's North London Green Wedding, captured by Lilly Sells Photography...

Published on: 13th March 2019

REAL WEDDING - The Festival of Love - a spectacular Bohemian double wedding in Bavaria, captured by Alice Lodge Photography

Photographer Alice Lodge takes us visually through this bright and beautiful double wedding day, set in the pictureque Baravian countryside. It features an outdoor, woodland ceremony - al fresco dinin...

Published on: 27th March 2019

GUEST POST - Eco-Friendly Wedding Cake Ideas from Zola.com

Eco-Friendly Wedding Cake Ideas from Zola.com...

Published on: 17th June 2019

ADVICE - A Guide to Wedding Planning in the Last 8 Weeks Before the Day by GREEN UNION Partner South Farm

GREEN UNION partner South Farm continues their guide to wedding planning in this countdown of what you should be looking to organise during the last 8 weeks prior to your wedding day...

Published on: 14th June 2019

INSPIRATION - An Eco-Friendly Editorial at The Wellbeing Farm

An Eco-Friendly Editorial at The Wellbeing Farm...

Published on: 12th June 2019

ADVICE - GREEN UNION Partner Seasons, Wild and Free Share Their Thoughts About Picnic-Style Wedding Catering

GREEN UNION Partner Seasons, Wild and Free Share Their Thoughts About Picnic-Style Wedding Catering...

Published on: 10th June 2019

ADVICE - How to Nail Your Evening Wedding Reception Schedule, by GREEN UNION Partner, Bands For Hire

GREEN UNION partner, Bands for Hire, take us through the key elements of a typical wedding day evening reception....

Published on: 7th June 2019

ADVICE - GREEN UNION Partner, Bambi, Share Their Top Tips for Growing and Preparing Your Hair for Your Wedding Day

GREEN UNION Partner, Bambi, Share Their Top Tips for Growing and Preparing Your Hair for Your Wedding Day...

Published on: 5th June 2019

ADVICE: How to Book Your Wedding Day Musicians, by GREEN UNION Partner, Bands For Hire

In their last feature on Green Union, Bands for Hire talked us through the key questions you should ask your venue before booking live music for your wedding day. Now, armed with that information, you...

Published on: 31st May 2019

GUEST POST - Caravan Rental Ideas for your Outdoor Wedding by Outdoorsy

Caravan Rental Ideas for your Outdoor Wedding by Outdoorsy...

Published on: 29th May 2019

GUEST POST - Flamboyant Invites Share 5 Tips for Planning an Eco Friendly and Socially Conscious Wedding

5 tips for planning an Eco Friendly and Socially Conscious wedding from Flamboyant Invites...

Published on: 27th May 2019

ADVICE - A Guide to Wedding Planning 6 to 3 Months Before the Day by GREEN UNION Partner South Farm

GREEN UNION partner South Farm continues their guide to wedding planning in this countdown of what you should be looking to organise between 6 and 3 months prior to your wedding day...

Published on: 24th May 2019