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Willow & Bear Floral Design - creating wildly romantic floral designs for couples looking for timeless wedding designs with a contemporary twist.

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28/10/2026

Mark & Connor…

A wedding I’ll never forget. 🤍

From our very first conversation, I had a feeling this was going to be something extraordinary.

They came to me with something every creative dreams of: complete trust. They loved my work, trusted my eye and gave me the freedom to take their brief and make it entirely my own.

The brief? A magical woodland brought to life within the grandeur of Thicket Priory | Weddings & Events Venue North Yorkshire.

The ceremony was always destined to take place beneath the ancient oak, overlooking the lake — a setting that needed very little embellishment. From there, the vision unfolded into something immersive, lush and beautifully wild.

Florals spilling through the spaces, layers of texture, movement and foliage, and arrangements designed to feel as though the landscape itself had wandered inside.

And honestly? I am incredibly proud of this wedding.

Not just because of how beautiful it looked, but because every detail felt considered, intentional and completely them. It was romantic without being precious, immersive without feeling overdone, and wonderfully connected to the extraordinary setting around it.

To be trusted to create something so significant for Mark & Connor, and to watch it all come together as they celebrated with their gorgeous son, family & friends was a genuine privilege.

This is exactly why I do what I do.

Creating wedding flowers that transform a space, tell a story and leave you with that feeling of this is exactly what we imagined — only better.

Mark & Connor, thank you for trusting me with something so special. 🤍

A huge shout out to Carla Whittingham Photography for capturing such beautiful moments so incredibly!

Willow & Bear Floral Design
Luxury, wild-hearted wedding flowers for couples who want something beautifully, unmistakably their own.

Grooms Mark Middleton & Connor Middleton
Venue Thicket Priory | Weddings & Events Venue North Yorkshire
Florals & styling Yorkshire Wedding Florist
Photography Carla Whittingham Photography

06/10/2026

Spring summer 2026…
What a season it’s been so far.

Stylish. Individual. Joyful. Bold. A little bit wild. And completely & utterly amazing!

To all the incredible couples who have trusted Willow & Bear Floral Design to bring your wedding flowers and styling dreams to life — thank you.

Thank you for the wild ideas, the brave choices, the late-night messages, the muddy shoes, the aching bones, the cuts, bruises and very full vans… but most of all, thank you for the trust. 🤍

You’ve let us create florals that feel like you — from effortlessly cool and contemporary to romantic, colourful, unexpected and gloriously fun.

We’ve loved every second of designing alongside couples who want their wedding to feel personal, memorable and anything but ordinary.

And honestly? Watching it all come together is the best bit.

Here’s to the flowers, the celebrations, the incredible spaces, the happy tears, the dance floors and the memories we get to be part of.

2026 couples — you’ve been amazing. 🌿

If you’re planning a wedding for 2026/27 and want florals with personality, style and a little bit of Willow & Bear magic… we’d love to hear from you. ✨

02/09/2026

Josie & Oli…
Sometimes the planning is so relaxed, effortless and enjoyable that it hardly feels like work at all — and working with Josie was exactly that.

Josie arrived with a beautiful vision and a wonderfully free spirit, giving us the creative freedom to bring our ideas to life. Her brief? Elegant, contemporary, with a touch of editorial magic.

And so the dreaming, designing and planning began… culminating in the most beautiful floral story and styling for the couple’s wedding at York Mansion House✨ and The Guildhall York.

A celebration filled with considered details, beautiful blooms and just the right amount of modern romance.

Perfection. 🤍

Florals & styling by Willow & Bear Floral Design

It was tremendous fun creating something special & we are absolutely blown away by the most beautiful bride & groom & the stunning images captured so skilfully by Elina Davis I Wedding Photographer I UK Italy Cyprus

18/08/2026

In love with our flowers…

Megan & Miles said “I do” in August, celebrating their beautiful ceremony surrounded by the historic charm of The York Oratory, in the heart of York, before continuing their celebrations at the wonderful Thicket Priory.

Their wedding day was beautifully shaped by a calming palette of lavender and soft purple tones, complemented by the seasonal character and natural beauty of locally grown flowers and foliage. From the ceremony through to the reception, the delicate scent of fresh ingredients filled the spaces, creating that unmistakable sense of comfort and connection that only truly seasonal flowers can bring.

The lavender and purple colour palette brought a feeling of serenity, elegance and grace, perfectly reflecting the atmosphere of their day. Alongside the flowers, it was the quiet, intimate moments, the smiles and the laughter that made their celebration so special — beautifully captured by Annalise, allowing Megan & Miles to treasure those memories for years to come.

It was an absolute joy and a privilege to create these floral designs for such a wonderful couple. We had the greatest fun bringing their vision to life and feel incredibly proud of how beautifully everything came together.

Megan & Miles, we wish you both a lifetime filled with love, happiness and beautiful memories. 🌸💜🤍

13/08/2026

26 years & counting… 🤍

A little self-indulgent, heartfelt post from me today, so bear with me.

Today we celebrate 26 years of marriage to Matthew Emson — and 32 years of having him by my side.

I couldn’t be prouder of the life we’ve built together, the family we’ve created, and the memories we’ve shared with our boys and the people we love the most.

The past year has brought some incredibly difficult personal moments (hence the radio silence over here), but we’ve navigated every one of them side by side. With my wonderful husband, my best friend, and the person who has always been there to steady me when life feels a little too much.

Because this is marriage. The love, the laughter, the joy, the sadness, the challenges, and everything in between. It’s choosing each other, time and time again. And knowing that, whatever life throws at you, you have your person beside you.

It’s exactly what I hope for every one of our couples when we watch them make their wedding vows. That you find your person — the one who makes life make a little more sense, who builds you up, stands beside you, and loves you unconditionally.

These are the moments and the people that matter most. The ones we love, cherish and hold close. 🤍

Happy anniversary, my love. 26 years married, 32 years together — and I’d choose you all over again. 🫶🏻

12/08/2026

Anna & Jake…

what a beautiful day to remember. 🤍

A day filled with love, laughter and the most wonderful moments — memories that will stay with Anna & Jake for a lifetime.

This incredibly warm and generous couple celebrated their beautiful outdoor ceremony in the grounds of Thicket Priory | Weddings & Events Venue North Yorkshire this August, beneath the August sunshine and surrounded by their closest friends and family.

For their ceremony, we created a floral pathway of soft, pastel meadow-style blooms, leading Anna & Jake towards a flower-filled bandstand. Our glorious supersized floral urns, paired with a split floral archway, created a breathtaking focal point for their ceremony and a beautiful setting for them to enjoy throughout the day.

Christopher Kitchen Photography captured the atmosphere, emotion and energy of their wedding day so perfectly creating a beautiful collection of photos & memories.

Anna & Jake, a million thank you’s for being so wonderful to work with. It was an absolute pleasure to be part of your special day, and we wish you both a lifetime filled with love, happiness and more beautiful moments together. 🫶🏻🤍🌸

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29/07/2026

Making memories…

Some weddings stay with you long after the flowers have gone, and Meredith & Sam’s will always be one of them.

On the hottest day of the year, beneath the shade of an incredible old oak tree, we created a woodland-inspired ceremony overlooking the lake at Thicket Priory. It couldn’t have been a more fitting setting for two people who share such a love of nature and the outdoors.

As guests gathered in the cool shade, the world seemed to slow down for just a moment. Surrounded by wild, natural florals that felt as though they’d always belonged there, Meredith & Sam said “I do” in a space that celebrated not only the beauty of the venue, but their story too.

This is why we never believe florals should simply decorate a wedding. They should tell a story. Your story.

Getting to know our couples is one of the most important parts of our process. We want to understand what inspires you, what makes you smile, and the little details that make your relationship unique—so we can create something that feels deeply personal, naturally beautiful and unmistakably yours.

Knocking it out of the park again we have incredible images here from Charli Palmer

Thank you, Meredith & Sam, for trusting us with such a special part of your day. It was an honour & a privilege.

Venue Thicket Priory | Weddings & Events Venue North Yorkshire
Photography Charli Palmer
Florals & styling Yorkshire Wedding Florist

19/05/2026

2026…
These are the incredible moments that remind us of exactly why we adore doing what we do 🤍

At Willow & Bear Floral Design, creating weddings that feel warm, elegant, and effortlessly romantic is always at the heart of everything we do.

From the first conversation to the final candle being lit, we love building a warm, thoughtful experience for couples who value beautiful details and meaningful moments just as much as we do.

As wedding season approaches, I’m feeling so incredibly excited & inspired for the celebrations ahead. After a long build up to our wedding season we have been meeting the most adorable couples with such magical hopes & dreams for their wedding celebrations & we definitely have a very exciting season ahead of us!

From the excited discussions, to the floral-filled mornings, the emotional aisle walks, the unforgettable table-scapes, and all the quiet in-between moments that make each wedding uniquely yours & we are there for it all & we cannot wait!

08/05/2026

Frame the moment…
Your wedding photos will outlive the cake, the playlists, and even the place settings.

We have the privilege of helping our couples to realise that the moments that will stay with you forever are the ones you feel the most connection to — walking through the church doors, seeing your reception reveal for the first time, that pause before everyone enters the marquee.

That’s why we always encourage our couples to prioritise florals where the memories are made.

Large-scale floral installations don’t just decorate a space — they frame the moments that matter most the most to you and your guests.
An abundant ceremony entrance.
A statement marquee walkway.
A floral backdrop for the hugs, ch*****ne toasts, and photographs you’ll look back on for decades. Whenever we plan designs we discuss the moments that work hardest in your venue spaces and the designs that add that magical extra touch of elegance or luxury to your celebration.

For modern couples balancing style and budget, investing in impactful floral moments creates far more atmosphere than spreading smaller arrangements across every table and every corner.

Thoughtfully designed statement florals totally transform a venue, elevate your photography, and leave a lasting impression on every guest who walks into the spaces that you have considered with wonderful designs.

Luxury floristry is about intentional design — choosing the moments you want to remember forever, and making them totally unforgettable.

Planning your wedding flowers? We’d love to help you create something immersive, romantic, and completely personal to you.

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05/05/2026

Garden inspired design…
Soft ivory tones, effortless elegance, and florals that speak without shouting - that’s the Willow and bear way.

For modern couples who value understated luxury where every stem is curated with intention for a refined, seasonal, calm and quietly unforgettable elegance. Yorkshire-grown artistry for weddings that feel as good as they look.

If this feels like the style that resonates with you then get in touch. Our 2027 is nearly full & we are booking into 2028 so don’t delay to secure your date.

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Friday	10am - 5pm
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