The Quirky Wedding Awards are the UK’s first alternative wedding awards, created to shine a spotlight on the incredible, inclusive, and innovative businesses that make the alternative wedding industry so remarkable. Founded by Quirky Weddings in 2023, the Awards were born from a simple but powerful mission: to celebrate those who break the mould, embrace diversity, and create unforgettable wedding experiences free of judgement.
Now entering their fourth year, the Quirky Wedding Awards have carved themselves as THE wedding awards honouring suppliers who are not just creative but are also champions of inclusivity, accessibility, sustainability, and exceptional customer service. These Awards were designed to recognise the trailblazers and visionaries who help couples craft weddings that are as unique as their love stories. We're so proud to announce that this year's awards are sponsored by the fabulous Rock n Roll Bride.
The judging process is rigorous and inspiring. Industry experts use a secret shopper method, evaluating suppliers through their websites, social media, and client reviews, ensuring that winners are chosen for their genuine dedication to excellence and individuality.
CELEBRATING THE BEST INCLUSIVE WEDDING SUPPLIERS AT THE UK'S FIRST & ONLY ALTERNATIVE WEDDING AWARDS!
“I don’t usually enter wedding industry awards as a lot of them seem to be a very expensive popularity contest. The reason I entered the Quirky Wedding Awards is because their team of judges share the same values and ethos as me and my couples. As the awards aren’t based on votes, but rather on the quality and values of the company, this makes them even more worthwhile and meaningful. To not only get through to the finals, but then to be selected as the winner from so many incredible photographers has been my biggest achievement so far and I am so proud of my little business.”
Gem Wright Photography
THE NATIONAL FINAL
More than just an awards night, the Quirky Wedding Awards are a celebration of community. Finalists and guests enjoy an unforgettable evening of entertainment, from circus performers and neon crazy golf to glitter bars and interactive drag shows. But beyond the glitz and fun, these Awards are a powerful platform that amplifies the voices of businesses who are redefining the wedding industry.
All Winners at the National Final will receive:
A winners trophy to display
A digital winners badge
Social media coverage and Press release
A year's free featured listing on our directory
An article in Quirky Weddings Magazine
A complimentary stand at a 2027 Quirky Wedding Fayre of your choice
All Finalists will receive:
A digital finalists badge
Social media coverage
A goody bag (if you attend the National Final ceremony)
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At the heart of the Quirky Wedding Awards is an unwavering commitment to a zero-judgement ethos. Whether a supplier is flamboyant and bold or understated and elegant, they are celebrated for their authenticity and their commitment to creating safe, inclusive spaces for all couples. Quirky Weddings is more than just a brand – it’s a movement, a promise, and a community.
Join us in celebrating those who dare to be different and those who turn ‘I do’ into a statement of love, individuality, and joy.
OUR HEADLINE SPONSOR
Rock n Roll Bride exists to celebrate weddings without rules. We champion individuality, inclusivity, and self-expression – whether your love story is loud, low-key, punk, pastel, budget, bougie, queer, neurodivergent, or anything in between. This is a space for the dreamers, the weirdos, the outsiders, and anyone who refuses to shrink themselves to fit a tradition. There’s no right way to get married, only your way.
We’re not here to follow trends. We’re here to represent the underrepresented. Louder, prouder, and weirder than ever before.
Launched in 2007, the website spawned the bi-monthly print magazine which is now in its tenth year. Each issue includes over 100 pages of real wedding inspiration, advice articles from a range of wedding experts, exclusive bridal fashion editorials, fashion and beauty pages and more.
The magazine is available to buy exclusively at rocknrollbride.com and is shipped worldwide.
BOOK YOUR NATIONAL FINAL TICKETS
2026 FINALISTS
BEST ALTERNATIVE PHOTOGRAPHER 2026
Alt Wedding Co
Amy Faith Photography
Arielinblue Photography
Chloe Lee Photo
Claire Roige Photography
Gem Wright Photography
Her Power Her Lens By Elisa
Kirsty Rockett Photography
Laura Fitzgerald Photography
Mei Lou Photography
Nastia Photography
Vicky Dubois Photography
Wilder Photography
TRAILBLAZING CELEBRANT 2026
Celebrant Sue - by your side
Cherry & Fern Celebrations
Electric Joy Ceremonies
Giddy & Gay Ceremonies
Maddie The Happy Celebrant
Spellbound Ceremonies
Stardust Ceremonies
The Inclusive Celebrant
The Leopard Print Celebrant
The Spiritual Celebrant
The Vibrant Celebrant Jade
SPONSORED BY HAWKE BARN
AUTHENTIC BEAUTY ARTIST 2026
Beauty School Dropouts
Heart Edith Makeup
Say yes bridal stylist
Sira Rose makeup and hair
Toni Searle Beauty
Vintage Glamour with Anna
BEST ALTERNATIVE CONTENT CREATOR 2026
Electric Joy Moments
Ever After Content
Laura Fitzgerald Photography
The Wild Cherry Content Co
MOST UNIQUE STATIONERY 2026
Cat Creative
Leopard Cherries Design
Name & A Dress
Say Yes Design
Submarine Studios
Wedfetti Confetti & Signage
BEST ALTERNATIVE BLOG & DIRECTORY 2026
Dark Wedding Collective
Unconventional Wedding
BEST ALTERNATIVE VIDEOGRAPHER 2026
Ballad Wedding Productions
Burn the Script
Four Three Films
Rewind The Day
Wild Revival Photo and Film
BEST ALTERNATIVE FLORAL DESIGNER 2026
Blooming Edens
Boom Bridal
Maddison Rocks Floral
Millie Buds
POP Florist
The Copper Cacti
EPIC ENTERTAINMENT AWARD 2026
Cards or Die
James Brown Magician
Just for your Occasion
Lucy’s Glitter Box
Miss Ruby V Drag
Rave the Date
Ruby Flames Entertainment
Singing Waiters UK
BEST ALTERNATIVE ACCESSORIES 2026
Embroider My Name Bespoke Embroidery By Gail Holland
Harriet Christelow London
The Lucky Sixpence
Zanzibar Bay
CURATED BAR EXPERIENCE 2026
Its Got A Kick
Old Skool Bus Events
Salty Bills Bar
The Ember Bar Company
Wondrously You Ltd
INCLUSIVITY & ACCESSIBILITY AWARD 2026
Alt Wedding Co
Arielinblue photography
Boom Bridal
Bys Vyken Bridal
Cat the Celebrant
Celebrant Sue - by your side
Funky Celebrant
Gem Wright Photography
Giddy & Gay Ceremonies
Her Power Her Lens by Elisa
Holly Winter Couture
Laura Fitzgerald Photography
Nastia Photography
Nick Baskerville Photography
The Inclusive Celebrant
SPONSORED BY TREBLE CONNECT
STANDOUT WEDDING VENUE 2026
Bristol Beacon
Hawke Barn
Jubilee Pool
The British Engineerium
The Canary Shed
Yoghurt Rooms
BEST ALTERNATIVE WEDDING WEAR 2026
Antich Fine English Tailors
Bys Vyken Bridal
Caroline Versallion Bridal Couture
Hannah Black Bridal
Harriet Christelow London
Holly Winter Couture
Legend Bridal
Love & Loved Bridal
Onyx Bridal Limited
Tatty's Original
BEST ALTERNATIVE MUSICIAN 2026
Amelle | Wedding Singer & Guitarist
Dirtbag Entertainment
Emelia Rose Vocal
Josie Derland - Weddings and Events Vocalist
Lorna Adams Music
Viva la Vintage Singer
Zoe Rose Wedding Singer
MOST UNIQUE RING DESIGNER 2026
Jodie Gearing Bespoke Jewellery Design
Lucy Lyon Jewellery
Smooch Wedding rings
The Ring Lab
Thomas William Jewellery
Victoria Jarman Ethical Jewellery
MOST UNIQUE MARQUEE & TENT 2026
Assemble stretch tents
Beautiful Bells
Castle and Cotswold Tipis
Thursford Garden Pavilion
Tipis 4 Hire
Under the Canvas Ltd
SUSTAINABILITY AWARD 2026
Antich Fine English Tailors
Boom Bridal
Earth Trust
Funky Celebrant
Gem Wright Photography
Hawke Barn
Holly Winter Couture
Love & Loved Bridal
Maddie The Happy Celebrant
Nastia Photography
Rooted Ceremonies
The Lucky Sixpence
Victoria Jarman Ethical Jewellery
VISIONARY WEDDING PLANNER 2026
Hawke Barn
Little but Fierce Events
Love Buzz Wedding Planning
Red Deer Weddings & Events
MOST UNIQUE CAKE DESIGNER 2026
A little bit Naughty
Slutcakes
The Cake Architect
Valkyrie Cakes
Vintage Cake Fairy
MOST INNOVATIVE CATERING 2026
Curly sisters catering
Dough Disciples
Guess Events
Old Skool Bus Events
Smoking Embers
The Pizza Post
BEST ALTERNATIVE STYLING & DECOR 2026
Bath Vintage Hire
Belles and Beaus
Doc and Props
She's Electric Events
Streamadelica
Un-Traditional Wedding Stylists
Waning Crescent Crystals
SPONSORED BY CASTLE & COTSWOLD TIPIS
MOST UNIQUE FINISHING TOUCH 2026
Earth Tone
Fae Candle Co.
Illustration by Kiwi
Jackdaw Editorial
Noble Pooch
Solar Crone Creations
Wedding Sketcher
Wedfetti Confetti & Signage
QUIRKIEST OF THEM ALL 2026
AWARDED TO THE HIGHEST SCORING WINNER OVERALL
MEET THE EXPERT JUDGES
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KAT WILLIAMS
Rock n Roll Bride
LINZI BARFORD
That Black & White Cat
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DALE WEEKS
Dale Weeks Photography
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MICHELLE MILES
Sustainable Wedding Alliance
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KAYPOWXD
Twitch Partner
HOW DO YOU WIN A QUIRKY WEDDING AWARD?
The rest of our judging team is made up of background judges, partners, sponsors and the Quirky Weddings Team.
At the Quirky Wedding Awards, we’re not looking for the biggest business or the fanciest Instagram feed. We’re looking for wedding suppliers who genuinely care about their couples, champion inclusivity, bring creativity to the industry and go above and beyond to create incredible experiences 🌈
Every single application is judged against our official scoring criteria, including areas such as Inclusivity & Accessibility, Customer Experience, Sustainability, Branding, Online Presence and Uniqueness. So before you apply, we highly recommend downloading our judging criteria and applicant tips to really understand what our judges are looking for 👀
This year, we’re also introducing something BRAND NEW… our FREE Secret Shopper Sessions with Lily, Founder & Director of Quirky Weddings 💥
These free 20-minute insider feedback sessions are designed to help wedding businesses see themselves through the eyes of an awards judge. Lily will review your website and socials with you, highlighting what’s already working brilliantly, plus offering honest, constructive tips on areas you could improve to make your business even more award worthy 🌟
Think of it as your behind-the-scenes insight into what REALLY catches our eye 👀
✨ Download the judging criteria
✨ Read our top applicant tips
✨ Submit your application
✨ Book your FREE Secret Shopper Session and make your tweaks before 31st July!
Because the Quirky Wedding Awards aren’t just about winning. They’re about raising standards, celebrating originality and making the wedding industry a more welcoming place for everyone 💜
SPONSOR A QUIRKY WEDDING AWARD
2026 SPONSORSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN UNTIL 15TH JUNE 2026!
We couldn't bring these amazing awards to life without our wonderful sponsors! For 4 years, the Quirky Wedding Awards have been run as not-for-profit and sponsorship helps to create this opportunity for wedding businesses.
Sponsoring a Quirky Wedding Award is your opportunity to align your brand with the most dynamic, diverse, and forward-thinking businesses in the wedding industry. As a sponsor, you don’t just support an awards ceremony; you become part of a community that champions inclusivity, creativity, and sustainability.
2026 SPONSOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN NOW!
OUR 2025 WINNERS
IMAGE BY MUSTARD YELLOW PHOTOGRAPHY
best alternative photographer
Wilder Photography
Highly Commended:
Kirsty Rockett Photography
Sponsored by The Wedding Business Club
visionary Wedding Planner
best alternative Wedding Wear
Holly Winter Couture
Highly Commended:
Antich Fine English Tailors
Most innovative Catering
Old Skool Bus Events
Best alternative musician
best alternative accessories
The Lucky Sixpence
Highly Commended:
Harriet Christelow
Sustainability Award
The Lucky Sixpence
Highly Commended:
Maddie the Happy Celebrant
best alternative Videographer
Chris Jerome James
trailblazing Celebrant
Michelle Taylor Funky Celebrant
Highly Commended:
Giddy & Gay Ceremonies
Most unique Cake Designer
The Iced Vegan
best alternative content creator
Electric Joy Moments
best alternative Styling & decor
most unique ring designer
Jodie Gearing Jewellery Design
Highly Commended:
KP Creations
MOST UNIQUE FINISHING TOUCH
standout Wedding Venue
best alternative Floral Designer
The Copper Cacti
authentic beauty artist
Toni Searle Beauty
Highly Commended:
Katie Gale Bridal
epic entertainment award
Illustration by Kiwi
Highly Commended:
Jana Forsyth Wedding Sketcher
Most unique Stationery
Name & A Dress
curated bar experience
Old Skool Bus Events
inclusivity & accessibility award
Giddy & Gay Ceremonies
Highly Commended:
Grae Hood Photography
Spellbound Ceremonies
Sponsored by Hawke Barn
