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Meet Poppies of Lydney: Your Wedding Florist Experts
Located in the charming town of Lydney, Gloucestershire, Poppies of Lydney has been crafting stunning floral designs since 1985. With a combined 77 years of floristry experience, their skilled team knows exactly how to create arrangements that add beauty and meaning to your wedding day.
Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Forest of Dean, Poppies of Lydney is perfectly positioned near many popular wedding venues. They specialize in wedding flowers tailored to fit every style and budget. Whether you’re dreaming of classic romance, rustic charm, or a sleek modern look, their expert florists will bring your vision to life. Couples consistently praise their professionalism, the freshness of their flowers, and how long-lasting their arrangements are.
Styling Your Wedding Flowers
Every wedding is unique, and Poppies of Lydney understands that. From your first consultation, they collaborate closely with you to design floral arrangements that reflect your personal style and complement your celebration. Here are some popular themes they expertly create:
- Vintage: Timeless glamour with a nostalgic feel.
- Classic: Elegant, traditional flowers that embody pure romance.
- Contemporary: Sleek, stylish designs for a modern wedding.
- Rustic: Natural, informal arrangements featuring wildflowers and greenery.
- Bohemian: Earthy, relaxed bouquets perfect for an intimate vibe.
Complete Wedding Floral Services
Poppies of Lydney offers a full range of wedding floral services to make your day truly special. From the bridal bouquet and buttonholes to venue decorations and table centerpieces, they handle every detail with care and creativity. As a proud member of the Interflora network, they uphold the highest standards of quality and service.
Couples appreciate their friendly, approachable team who listen carefully and turn ideas into beautiful floral realities. When you choose Poppies of Lydney, you’re partnering with experts dedicated to making your wedding flowers unforgettable.
Message from the team
Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
Always our colleagues are the most memorable, it is so lovely to work on the wedding and be there to enjoy it too. Makes us wish we could gate crash all our brides (don't worry we would never do that)!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Bohemian, Romantic, Rustic, Natural and Seasonal
What about your business are you most proud of?
That we have survived for 20 years and have had most of our staff for almost as long.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Get it done early!!! Try to get as much done way in advance so you can enjoy the build up more. There will always be a last minuet rush and the less you have to do the better.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
An empty chair next to the mother of the bride with a photograph of the bride's father on it. Very poignant; if there aren't already enough tears at weddings.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Get couples in for a lovely informal chat about their hopes and expectations of the day and what flowers they would like. We then write up a detailed quotation, then once they have received that they can chat with us again and fine tune or amend anything they would like. We try to keep the same florist answering your emails and phone calls but sometimes you may need to speak to someone else.
What is the most interesting thing you have put in a bouquet?
Some brides have asked us to incorporate a locket or item of jewellery in memory of a loved one who cannot be there for their special day. This can be placed front and centre of the bouquet for everyone to see or discreetly at the back just for them to see.
Is there a flower that has specific symbolism that you would recommend for couples?
Roses, being the flower of love are a very popular option but a lot of brides are now choosing seasonal flowers as the trend for being more sustainable and eco conscious makes these flowers a better choice for our planet.
What is the most romantic flower and why?
Roses are the most romantic flower, especially red but they don't always match with the colour scheme. Don't be afraid to choose something different.
What should you do with the flowers after the wedding?
Some people opt to preserve their flowers either by drying them or having them pressed. This is something that needs to be planned and arranged before the wedding as time is of the essence as the flowers will only look their very best for a short time.