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Meet the Team

Sam the owner of E-lope and The Wedding Owl

INTRO

As the owner and creator behind every E-Lope wedding, Sam’s role goes far beyond coordination, she is the storyteller who weaves every detail into a celebration that feels completely yours. From the moment you book, she works alongside you to design a wedding that reflects your personalities, style, and vision.

With an ever-growing collection of beautiful cutlery, glassware, plates, and decorative pieces, Sam transforms tables into works of art. Working closely with Ruth of House of Mimi Fleur, she blends florals and finishing touches to bring your Pinterest boards to life, with tablescapes that are as inviting as they are unforgettable.

We are delighted to announce that Sam has just won Intimate Wedding Planner of the Year for London and the South East Engand, Prestige Awards 2025/26

Sam’s elopement PORTFOLIO

  • wedding bands on a squash
  • A couple arrive ready for their drive through elopement package in Kent
  • An award for Best Intimate Wedding Planner of the Year 2025/26 is displayed at Port Lympne in the Moroccan Courtyard next to a cobi and coco wedding cake
  • A tablescape in blue and white set up outside at Bilsington Priory Wedding Venue, Nr Ashford, Kent, England
  • The great hall at Allington Castle set up for an elopement, the tablescape is all pastels and spring colours
  • Sam lights a candle at the castle westenhanger, Kent, England ready for an elopement
  • Real confetti in a tray at Allington Castle in Kent, England, Kent
  • A black and white picture of Sam The Wedding Owl walking across the grounds at the Castle Westenhanger during a rainy elopement
  • An elope outdoor tablescape in blue and white set up in the gardens of Bilsington Priory, Near Ashford Kent, England in May
  • The great hall at Allington Castle set up for an elopement, the tablescape is all pastels and spring colours
  • A couple sat below disco balls after eloping at the castle Westenhanger, near Folkestone, Kent
  • Sam Lloyd the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina
  • An elope outdoor tablescape in blue and white set up in the gardens of Bilsington Priory, Near Ashford Kent, England in May
  • The great hall at Allington Castle set up for an elopement, the tablescape is all pastels and spring colours
  • The great hall at Allington Castle set up for an elopement, the tablescape is all pastels and spring colours
  • Reserve your date and wedding rings at Lympne Castle
  • daisy and Keith elope at the castle westenhanger kent
  • A merry kissmass sign on the bumper of a red sports car
  • The great hall at Allington Castle set up for an elopement, the tablescape is all pastels and spring colours with a pretty set up of a traditional English Afternoon Tea
  • A sweetheart tablescape bathed in light at the Castle Westenhanger in Kent, England
  • The Summer House at Allington Castle set up for an intimate elopement wedding
  • A meal box for the children after a couple have eloped at the Castle Westenhanger
  • An outdoor tablescape in blue and white set up at Bilsington Priory, near folkestone, Kent for an elopement
  • An American couple walk around the grounds after eloping in Spring at Allington Castle, Maidstone, Kent, England
  • An eloping couple stand together after saying their vows at the Castle Westenhanger in Kent
  • Ruth of House of Mimi Fleur and Sam Lloyd the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina
  • An alfresco elopement lunch at the castle westenhanger, Kent, England
  • daisy and Keith elope at the castle westenhanger kent
  • A bottle of bubbles on ice post elopement at the castle westenhanger Dovecote dreams do come true syled shoot
  • Ruth of House of Mimi Fleur and Sam Lloyd the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina
  • its time for your elopement with team e-lope
  • An icebucket and glasses on the window sill of the Castle Westenhanger ready for an elopement
  • Team E-Lope. Fleur Challis Photography, Ruth of House of Mimi Fleur, Serena of Cobi and Coco and Sam the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina
  • Ruth of House of Mimi Fleur and Sam Lloyd the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina
  • Sam Lloyd the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina
  • Sam Lloyd the owner of E-Lope and The Wedding Owl at the Castle Westenhanger. Images by Gina

“I love turning a couple’s ideas into something they can see, touch, and sit down to enjoy. Every plate, glass, and candle is chosen to create not just a table, but an intimate moment.”

Why is it important to Sam that couples can elope?

Hosting tiny weddings matters to Sam because she believes every couple deserves a day that feels easy, calm, and deeply personal. This is exactly what couples describe in their reviews.

Many say they “felt supported from the first message,” “knew they were in safe hands,” and “could finally relax” once planning began. That sense of relief and reassurance is why Sam cares so deeply about making elopements accessible.

She believes couples should enjoy a celebration without overwhelm or pressure. Therefore, eloping becomes a chance to experience a day where planning feels simple, thoughtful, and truly understood. Couples often mention how Sam “made everything so easy” and how the day “ran so smoothly” because the focus stayed on what mattered most — their connection.

For Sam, elopement planning isn’t just a service. It’s a way to give couples a beautiful alternative when life is busy, emotional, or full of change. Eloping allows people to choose time together, joy, and presence, instead of performance.

Most of all, Sam wants couples to feel supported, cared for, and completely themselves. Tiny weddings create the perfect space for that — and for her creativity to shine

The Wedding Owl

Sam aka The Wedding Owl does everything and more to make sure your wedding is stress-free and well organised, plus she does the social media, website and anything else you can think of! She has received The Best Elopement & Intimate Wedding Consultant Award; as voted by UK Enterprise Awards 2021, proudly hosted by SME-News! Sam has worked at some major institutions and businesses. Including:

The Design Council

The Crafts Council

The Imperial War Museum

The National Gallery

English Heritage

Port Lympne

Turner Contemporary.

In addition, Sam has worked at lots of wedding venues across Kent. Including:

The Old Kent Barn

Hayne House

Chapel House Estate

Solton Manor

The Oak Tree Barn

Be warned Sam never stops talking about all things weddings. And if she is not creating an elopement she is on Reddit as u/Prestigious-Fee8729 answering and supporting couples looking to elope.

Signature style:

  • Thoughtfully curated pieces that reflect your style and story
    Florals and décor designed to feel naturally cohesive
    Soft, soulful details full of romance
    Modern, refined styling that photographs beautifully
    Joyful touches that spark smiles and conversation
    Tablescapes that feel welcoming and effortless to dine around
A view of the Great Hall at Allington Castle, near Maidstone, Kent from the Minstrels' Gallery

Real Wedding

Highlights


If you’re looking for inspiration for your tiny, petite, micro elopement wedding, check out our blog! We’ve got plenty of tips and advice to get you started. Plus, we have amazing stories from real couples who have shared their wedding days with us. Follow the link below to read their stories and find the perfect plan for your special day!

  • A keto afternoon tea and wedding cake prepared by Bilsington Priory ready for an elopement.
    Afternoon Tea Wedding Package · Bilsington Priory Wedding · Destination Elopement · Elopement Packages · Elopements · Kent Elopements · Petite wedding · Priory Elopement · Tiny wedding

    real-elopement-keisha-and-william from the Cayman Islands

    27 October 202518 November 2025

    In July 2025, Bilsington Priory became the backdrop for an unforgettable love story. Keisha and William travelled all the way from the Cayman Islands to…

    Read More real-elopement-keisha-and-william from the Cayman IslandsContinue

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MORE…
  • An american couple enjoy cutting and eating their wedding cake in the Great Hall at Allingston Castle, Maidstone, Kent, England after eloping
  • The gardens at Bilsington Priory, above Romney Marsh, Kent in May
  • An elope outdoor tablescape in blue and white set up in the gardens of Bilsington Priory, Near Ashford Kent, England in May
  • Allington Castle, near Maidstone, Kent, England in the Spring
  • A two tier wedding cake created to match the American couples Pinteret Board, set up in the Great Hall of Allington Castle, Maidstone, Kent, England
  • An american brides bouqet especially created for an elopment at Allingston Castle, Maidstone, Kent, England after eloping

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Recommended by, appeared on or award By

  • Kent Wedding Awards Finalist 2026
  • Prestigue Award Winner London and the South East 2025/26
  • Badge - As seen on Loverly
  • Featured on European Elopement Guide
  • Badge Featured on The English Wedding Blog
  • Kent Wedding Awards Finalist 2025
  • Daily Dog Tag Badge after publishing a real elopement at the Castle Westenhanger
  • My Wedding Suppliers Badge
  • The Kent Wedding Awards 2023/ 2024 Highly Commended
  • Your Kent Wedding Magazine Elope
  • Badge Weddings in Kent
  • Featured on Girl Gets Wed Elope Kent
  • Finalist Kent Wedding Awards 2022 2023 for elope weddings
  • A Kentish Ceremony as featured on
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  • Featured on Elope Weddings Ltd
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