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

REVIEW - Vegan and Paraben Free Beauty from CODE Beautiful

CODE Beautiful are a cruelty free and vegan brand, and work to ensure that through every step of their manufacturing process, they are mindful of protecting our environment and the others we share our...

Published on: 15th December 2019

GUEST POST - What Are Wedding Industries Outside the UK Doing to Promote Eco Friendly Weddings? The Association of Wedding Professionals Mayalsia Shares Their Latest Campaign

Leticia Hsu, President & Founder of The Association of Wedding Professionals in Malaysia,...

Published on: 13th December 2019

ADVICE - How Do You Encourage Your Wedding Guests To Be More Eco Friendly? GREEN UNION Partner, Bambi, Shows You How!

You've spent months planning your wedding to be as sustainable as possible...but what about all of your guests? Here are 5 easy ways you can encourage them to be the most environmentally friendly we...

Published on: 9th December 2019

SUSTAINABLE LIVING - Introducing Fabrico, a Conscious Fashion Brand from Sweden, Who Are Tackling Textile Waste With Their First Upcycled Product!

Fabrico are true fabric saviours. They save a textile, then turn it into a usable everyday item, all by hand. Reuse results in even less environmental impact than a recycled product, and the fact that...

Published on: 8th December 2019

INSPIRATION - Top 5 Festival Wedding Planning Tips by GREEN UNION Partners, The Arabian Tent Company

A festival-style wedding is incredibly fun, vibrant and colourful with a more relaxed vibe. Here's how to make your wedding a magical outdoor celebration of music, love, the arts, dancing and friends ...

Published on: 6th December 2019

INSPIRATION - An Eco Bridal Mini Shoot in Piedmont, Italy, Captured by Edoardo Giorio

A bridal shoot inspired by Art Nouveau naturalism, with the bride surrounded by greenery, and a refined, timeless aesthetic, reminiscent of the Muses of Alphonse Mucha....

Published on: 4th December 2019

GUEST POST - Is This the Future of the Diamond Industry? The Changing Face of the Sustainable Diamond Industry, by Ethical Jewellery

Ethical and sustainable diamond production has become a hot topic for consumers across the world. One of the most effective means of resolving the problem has been the continued progression of the art...

Published on: 2nd December 2019

REVIEW - Clean, Authentic and Mindful Beauty from BY SARAH LONDON, Perfectly Packaged for Christmas!

Discover a multi award-winning natural skincare brand which rightly prides itself in being the only UK-made skincare collection with the full list of sustainably-sourced ingredients on the front label...

Published on: 1st December 2019

ADVICE - Affordable Ways To Personalise Your Eco Wedding Day

You don’t have to be unnecessarily extravagant or put your future family in debt when affordable alternatives are available. It’s not how much you spend on your wedding day, but how much thought y...

Published on: 30th November 2019

INSPIRATION - An Autumnal Rustic Luxe Woodland Marriage, Captured by Brigitte & Thierry Photography

This beautiful collaborative shoot by Brigitte & Thierry Photography embraces all the colours and textures of Autumn, and it's filled with inspiration for an eco friendly wedding....

Published on: 29th November 2019