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We love these granite place cards from Devonbased The Whole Caboodle. Handwritten in white ink with a traditional dip pen and ink, they’re sure to bring a natural and beautifully tactile accent to your tabletops. caboodle.wedding

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Fresh, fun and fabulous ways to add a unique touch to your day

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RAISING THE BAR

There’s no need to settle for a boring bar thanks to the arrival of The Natural Hire Company on Devon’s wedding scene. Specialising in products crafted from natural materials, the Totnes-based company is home to a collection of bars made from upcycled pallet wood, from the rusticchic L-Bar to the wow factor Circular Bar, which, complete with magical lighting and a glass racking system, make a stunning centrepiece for your party. A range of props, ceremony backdrops and furnishings for a cool and comfy wedding lounge are also available, perfect for couples seeking an earthy, boho vibe for their big day. thenaturalhirecompany.co.uk Devon Wedding Venue of the Year Devon Wedding Venue of the Year DEVON FLAVOUR South West Wedding Awards 2016 South West Wedding Awards 2016A flavoursome cider always goes down a treat at a wedding – and Devon based Sandford Orchards’ new collection of vintage ciders are sure to hit the spot. Choose from the finest 26/04/2016 11:42 26/04/2016 11:42 cask-aged cider, ‘Sandford Reserve’, the fresh oak-finished cider, ‘Apple & Oak’ and the mighty vat-aged cider, ‘The General’. Based in the oldest working cider mill in the country in Crediton, Sandford Orchards’ scrumptious ciders are as packed with local character as they are flavour – ideal for a summer festival wedding in the Devon countryside. sandfordorchards.co.uk

CRAZY FOR COLOUR

Cover your kids’ table with a colour-in tablecloth from Eggnog on your wedding day- and voilà: occupied little guests during the wedding feast and a bona fide work of art to boot! A range of themes are available as well as place mats cards, hats and crowns. eggnog.co.uk

ANYONE FOR BRUNCH?

How delightful would it be to have a delicious and gorgeously styled breakfast delivered on the morning of your wedding? New Devon-based company Bridal Brunches does just that, making a special event of the morning feast with a prettily dressed wedding cart brimming with fresh fruit, granola and yogurt pots, tasty pastries, juices, Prosecco and Buck’s Fizz. Whether it’s a sunny al fresco gathering or cosy indoor affair, it’s a lovely way to start your day in style with the girls while fuelling up for the festivities! bridalbrunches.co.uk