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

SUSTAINABLE LIVING - How to be a Conscious Consumer, by Madison Adams

While you may not be able to single-handedly change the state of our environment, you can try to not make the problems worse. Through research, education, and awareness you can make sure you are suppo...

Published on: 16th August 2019

INSPIRATION - A Sustainable Wedding with Boho Luxe Styling at South Farm Eco Wedding Venue, Captured by Em J Photography

A Sustainable Wedding with Boho Luxe Styling at South Farm Eco Wedding Venue, Captured by Em J Photography...

Published on: 14th August 2019

CHARITY GUEST POST - Would You Consider Donating to Cleft Charity, Smile Train, In Lieu of Conventional Wedding Favours?

Smile Train is perfect for couples looking for a charity gift or table favour idea - when do you smile more than on your wedding day?! Making a donation to Smile Train on your special day will give ch...

Published on: 12th August 2019

INSPIRATION - 'Eternal Love', a Swan Lake Inspired Collaboration, Captured by Sephory Photography

Couture fashion is not renowned for its eco/ethical credentials, but it offers a plethora of highly creative ideas which can be adapted to a more conscious outlook. This beautifully styled concept, ki...

Published on: 7th August 2019

GUEST POST - Plan Your Hen Do with Facebook Messenger

Going digital is definitely a positive eco-friendly step, and the lovely folk at Facebook recently contacted me with this timely reminder. Whether it is you as the bride, or your designated bridesmaid...

Published on: 5th August 2019

Wedding Predictions for 2019 - How Has The Year Measured Up?

The UK wedding season is currently in full swing, so I thought it'd be fun to look back on the following list of luxury wedding predictions, compiled by B Wedding Invitations. How many have translated...

Published on: 2nd August 2019

INTRODUCING - New GREEN UNION Partner, Entertainment Nation, Share Some of Their Eco-Credentials and Introduce Their Live Music Services

Consciously-sourced live band hire by new Green Union partner, Entertainment Nation...

Published on: 31st July 2019

CHARITY GUEST POST - Artist, ‘This Lakshmi’, Creates a Wedding Favours Range for Blood Cancer Charity, Bloodwise

Contemporary London-based artist, Laxmi Hussain, who works under the pseudonym ‘This Lakshmi’, has created an exclusive wedding favours range to raise money in memory of her Mum, who sadly died fr...

Published on: 29th July 2019

GUEST POST - Charlene Russell of the Cherry Tree Cakerie, Explains What to Expect from Your Wedding Cake Consultation

Charlene Russell of the Cherry Tree Cakerie, Explains What to Expect from Your Wedding Cake Consultation...

Published on: 26th July 2019

INTRODUCING - Eco-Friendly Wedding Cake Designer, The Bake Pod, join the GREEN UNION Directory, and Tells Us About Her Journey to Going Green

Introducing eco-friendly wedding cake designer, The Bake Pod, to the GREEN UNION directory. Owner, Hayley, tells us about her journey to becoming a green wedding business....

Published on: 24th July 2019