Wedding Florists in the East Midlands
Below are 18 wedding florists in the East Midlands. At the moment most are based in Derbyshire, with a couple in Nottinghamshire, but florists commonly travel to venues across neighbouring counties, so it is worth contacting those whose work you like even if they are not on your doorstep.
The listings range from high-street shops that handle weddings alongside everyday orders to studio florists who work on a handful of weddings each season. Visit their websites to see real wedding work. Beneath the listings we have put together a seasonal guide to British-grown flowers, typical 2026 prices for bouquets, buttonholes and table arrangements, and tips on briefing a florist so your quote reflects what you actually want.
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Choosing flowers by season
Flowers that are in season cost less, last better and look more natural. Florists can source almost anything from abroad, but a British-grown bouquet in its proper season is hard to beat. A broad calendar:
| Season | British flowers to ask about |
|---|---|
| Spring (March to May) | Daffodils and narcissi, tulips, blossom branches, ranunculus, and peonies from late spring |
| Early summer (June and July) | Peonies, sweet peas, garden roses, cornflowers, foxgloves |
| Late summer (August and September) | Dahlias, cosmos, scabious, snapdragons, sunflowers |
| Autumn (October and November) | Late dahlias, chrysanthemums, rosehips, seed heads, autumn foliage |
| Winter (December to February) | Hellebores, evergreens, dried flowers, and imported roses or amaryllis |
The region has its own flower-growing heritage. The fenland around Spalding in south Lincolnshire remains the most concentrated area of daffodil production in the UK, so a spring wedding is a good time to ask about locally grown stems.
Typical wedding flower costs in 2026
A 2026 UK wedding survey put the average UK spend on a florist at around £1,187. Most couples spend somewhere between £800 and £2,000, depending on how much of the venue is dressed. Prices below are typical ranges outside London and will vary with flower choice and size:
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Bridal bouquet | Roughly £90 to £250 |
| Bridesmaid bouquet | Roughly £45 to £100 each |
| Buttonhole | Roughly £10 to £20 each |
| Corsage | Roughly £15 to £30 each |
| Ceremony arrangement or pedestal | Roughly £100 to £300 each |
| Table centrepiece | Roughly £35 to £90 each |
| Top table arrangement | Roughly £150 to £400 |
| Floral arch or installation | Roughly £500 to £1,500+ |
Delivery, set-up and collecting hired vases or stands are often charged separately, especially at rural venues.
How to brief a florist
A clear brief gets you an accurate quote first time. Before your consultation, gather:
- Your date, venue and the times you have access for setting up and clearing.
- Numbers: bouquets, buttonholes, corsages, tables and any ceremony pieces.
- Colours from the wedding party's outfits, ideally with fabric swatches or photos.
- A few pictures of arrangements you love, and one or two you do not.
- A realistic total budget, so the florist can suggest where to spend and where to save.
Dried, preserved and potted options
Not every arrangement has to be fresh. Dried grasses, bunny tails and preserved hydrangeas can be made weeks in advance, will not wilt in a warm marquee and can be kept afterwards as a reminder of the day. Potted herbs, lavender or small olive trees make practical table decorations that guests can take home or that you can plant in the garden. Many florists now mix fresh and dried stems in one design, which is worth considering for autumn and winter weddings when fresh British flowers are scarcer.
Ways to make your flower budget go further
- Move ceremony arrangements to the reception room during drinks, if your venue allows it.
- Use foliage and seasonal fillers to add volume at lower cost.
- Choose bud vases grouped along tables rather than large individual centrepieces.
- Check what your venue already provides. A country house or walled garden may need very little extra decoration.
If your wedding is in the Peak District or elsewhere in Derbyshire, our guide to wedding flowers in Derbyshire has more local detail, and you can see the full list of Derbyshire wedding florists. Still looking for the setting? Browse wedding venues across the East Midlands, and remember that your florist and photographer will both want to know the colour scheme.
When should we book a wedding florist in the East Midlands?
Many couples book nine to twelve months ahead, and earlier for a peak summer Saturday, since smaller studio florists limit how many weddings they take on each weekend. Detailed designs and final numbers are usually confirmed a month or two before the day.
Can we have British-grown flowers in winter?
Some, but the choice is narrower. Hellebores, evergreens, berries and dried flowers work well, and florists often combine them with imported roses or amaryllis for colour.
Are there venue restrictions on wedding flowers?
Often, yes. Historic houses and churches may restrict naked flames, loose petals, confetti or fixing anything to walls. Ask your venue for its rules before your florist designs anything.
Do florists charge for delivery and set-up?
Usually. Delivery, on-the-day set-up and collection of hired items are commonly listed as separate lines, and the cost rises with distance and the complexity of the installation.