EDITOR’S LETTER

EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Sarah Reeve | Editor sarahr@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Kelly Andrews | Deputy Managing Editor and Beauty Editor Melissa Barker | Senior Editor, Grooms and Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor

DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley

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ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Summer 2022 will go down in the history books for a whole host of reasons, including the record-breaking weather with temperatures hotter than the Bahamas on some days! In the world of weddings major changes are also afoot, with new proposals to tear up the rulebook on where you can tie the knot. Restrictions have already been relaxed following the Covid lockdowns, providing couples with more choice than ever before. We’re blessed in East Anglia with everything from coast to countryside, historic towns to city-centre locations and more. Brimming with fabulous venues of all kinds it’s a wedding hotspot whatever the style of your big day. This issue from page 25 we spotlight a jewel in Suffolk’s crown Bury St Edmunds, providing a taste of what’s on offer for newlyweds-to-be in and around the historic market town. Love for outdoor settings keeps on growing and there’s plenty of fabulous venues with glorious grounds to choose from too. Take your pick from our snapshot of just some of the blooming beautiful backdrops available, from page 19.

Once the venue’s in the bag, everything else can flow from there, the theme, colour scheme and all the special touches, including the all-important entertainment. To help make your celebration stand out from the crowd there’s a wealth of talent available locally and great suppliers covering everything from bouncy castles to music and magic – flip to page 55 to find out more. Packed with local suppliers, bridal fashion, beauty tips, real weddings and inspiration galore, we’ve got your big-day needs covered! And when your day comes, don’t forget to get in touch for the chance to have your wedding featured. Just click on the link to get involved www.youreastanglian.wedding/get-involved

Happy reading! Sarah x

Sarah Reeve, editor

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This styled shoot is not only a feast for the eyes but the tastebuds too!

Make a statement with fabulous floral arrangements.

Love these passport invites by Norfolk-based Tops Designs, great for a travelthemed wedding.

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The bright, beautiful flowers and manicured grounds at Newmarket’s Bedford Lodge Hotel make for standout photos.

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He may not be the prettiest, but Keef the bulldog was guest of honour at Vanessa and Mark’s big day.

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