What does it mean to elope? Once, it meant running away in secret to marry without permission. Today, it simply means choosing a small, personal wedding that is about the two of you rather than a crowd.
I'm Leon, an accredited celebrant and photographer based in Llandudno. Here is what a modern elopement looks like, and how one works here in North Wales.
From Running Away to Choosing Intimacy
Modern couples are not hiding anything. They elope because they want a day that feels calm, honest and theirs, often in a beautiful place, and many tell their families before or celebrate with them afterwards. How to tell your family you've eloped helps with that part.
Who Comes to an Elopement
Just the two of you, or your closest few. We keep it as small as possible, and kids and dogs are welcome too.
Is an Elopement Legal?
In England and Wales, a celebrant-led ceremony on its own is not legally binding yet, so most couples also have a short register office ceremony with two witnesses. Is eloping legal in Wales explains every step.
What Happens on the Day
I write your ceremony around your story, lead it, and photograph everything, from the first meet to the Polaroids. Your ceremony is recorded with video and audio, and I drive you between locations myself. The Signature starts at £3,250 and the Ultimate at £4,950 on the live packages page.
Where the Story Goes Next
Couples who proposed with Where Two Bloom receive 10% off. After the day, the Ultimate includes a free sunset anniversary with Twilight Ceremonies and the Signature 15% off.
Anywhere You Choose
North Wales gives you Llyn Ogwen, the dunes at Aberffraw and the slopes above Llanberis, but you can elope at home, in your garden, elsewhere in the UK or abroad.
An elopement is not about leaving people out; it is about letting the day be yours. Read how to elope to North Wales, then book a call and tell me what you have in mind.