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Welcome to the Blackfriars Blog - a one-stop shop for the latest news, tips and goings on at the priory.

Located in the historic city of Gloucester, Blackfriars Priory is a multi-award nominated venue and is crowned as a top 3 landmark in Gloucester. Here at Blackfriars, we are incredibly passionate about delivering great events and providing a personal and professional service.

Vea - Sustainable Honeymoons with Heart
Vea - Sustainable Honeymoons with Heart

Curious about how to honeymoon sustainably and adventurously? We sat down with Vea — our trusted partner and certified sustainable travel experts — to find out what makes their eco-honeymoons so unforgettable.

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Blackfriars PriorySeptember 8, 2025Blackfriars Priory
Party Without Plastic - Changing The Way We Celebrate
Party Without Plastic - Changing The Way We Celebrate

Introducing Party Without Plastic, launched in late Spring 2024 and now with more than 250 single-use plastic free products available from tableware and decorations to party bags, favours, games, food wraps and even party hire options. All their sellers are small businesses, which means every sale also supports the individuals and families behind the small business.

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Blackfriars PriorySeptember 8, 2025Blackfriars Priory
Branded Biophilia - Bringing Living, Breathing Beauty to Events
Branded Biophilia - Bringing Living, Breathing Beauty to Events

Meet Branded Biophilia, specialising in crafting exceptional sustainable events. As a leading British design and events company, Beccy and Macey create experiences that captivate and respect the environment.

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Blackfriars PriorySeptember 1, 2025Blackfriars Priory
Sustainable Floristry - Bloomed
Sustainable Floristry - Bloomed

Paving the way for environmentally friendly wedding floristry, we caught up with Bloomed in Herefordshire to find out more before the Eco Wedding Festival on 5th October.

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Blackfriars PriorySeptember 1, 2025Blackfriars Priory
Sustainable Supplier Spotlight - Dose of Rose, Korean Cakes Made with Love
Sustainable Supplier Spotlight - Dose of Rose, Korean Cakes Made with Love

Dose of Rose will be joining us at the Eco Wedding Festival on Sunday 5th October. We know you’re going to love her intricate designs and the heartfelt story behind her business.

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Blackfriars PrioryAugust 27, 2025Blackfriars Priory
5 Ideas for Hosting a Sustainable Wedding
5 Ideas for Hosting a Sustainable Wedding

Planning a wedding that’s kind to the planet? From decor to dinner, there are simple swaps that can make a big difference — without sacrificing style or fun. 🌿

Check out our 5 easy tips for a more sustainable celebration, including how to cut waste, lower emissions, and even save money along the way!

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Blackfriars PrioryAugust 27, 2025Blackfriars Priory
Singer Spotlight - Amelle
Singer Spotlight - Amelle

Amelle Rose will be entertaining you at the Eco Wedding Festival with her toe-tapping covers and original mashups.

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Blackfriars PrioryAugust 27, 2025
Sustainable Supplier Spotlight - Helen Shearn Humanist Celebrant
Sustainable Supplier Spotlight - Helen Shearn Humanist Celebrant

We’re delighted to introduce Helen Shearn, an eco-friendly humanist celebrant who will be joining us at this year’s Eco Wedding Festival.

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Blackfriars PrioryAugust 15, 2025
Introducing Em from Eco Wedding Festivals
Introducing Em from Eco Wedding Festivals

In October, Blackfriars Priory will be hosting Gloucestershire’s first Eco Wedding Festival, the creation of Eco Wedding Festival’s founder, Em Burnip. We caught up with Em to find out more about her inspiration and what couples can expect at the event.

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Blackfriars PrioryMay 21, 2025
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