EDITOR’S LETTER

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

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Marry on!

We couldn’t be more excited to bring you all this season’s latest. Sizzling with inspiration, love is in the air! Summer’s here with the prospect of plenty of hot sunny days around the corner, couples are getting married and if all goes to plan weddings with no restriction on numbers are on the horizon. We’re keeping everything crossed that things stay on track and are looking forward to all the lovely weddings to come. For all those planning or re-planning their big day, this issue is packed with ideas for weddings large or small. We’ve got tips and advice from regional experts on the shape of things to come from page 78 and with people looking to spend more time outside, turn to page 43 for all you need to know on hosting a sensational al fresco celebration. Dive in and discover some of the region’s fabulous coastal venues from page 19 or if a rustic country theme is more your style, we’ve got that covered too with our special showcase of glorious wedding barns starting on page 23. Packed with local suppliers, bridal fashion, stunning photo shoots, real weddings and more, put your feet up, be inspired and keep on planning – your day will come! And when it does, don’t forget to get in touch for the chance to have your wedding featured in a future edition. Just click on the link to get involved www.youreastanglian.wedding/get-involved

Sarah x

Sarah Reeve, Editor Read all about Adriana and Matt’s big day at The Assembly House, Norwich on page 27.

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Check out this stylish shoot at Norfolk’s Park Farm Hotel.

WIN! A minimoon to London.

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Dreaming of a venue full of rustic charm? Turn to page 23 for our showcase of beautiful wedding barns in the region. Three pages of wonderful wedding inspiration captured at Norfolk outdoor venue Wellington Wood from page 38.

Looking for a wow-factor wedding gown? From page 50 we showcase a selection of beauties. Kick off married life in style with a celebration at North Walsham Rugby Club.

Ramp up the romance with a dreamy bridal gown.

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This naked tipi set up was the perfect fi t for the boho-inspired dreamcatcher photo shoot at outdoor wedding venue Wellington Wood in Norfolk, featured on page 38. Valerie and Peter of Samphire Vintage Props dressed the space to create a boho-style chill-out area; perfect for couples wanting a romantic, cosy retreat for relaxing under the stars. They explain, “We used low-level tables which we made from reclaimed wooden pallets, together with natural seagrass fl oor cushions, pouffes, vintage bamboo cane furniture with cotton and linen cushions, vintage crystal decanters and glassware, gold NEWSNearlywed handcrafted moons and star lanterns.” Visit www.samphirevintageprops.co.uk to see more of what they offer. www.simonwatson-photography.co.uk All the latest from around the region

NEW VENUE ALERT If you’re on the hunt for plenty of space indoors and out for your big day celebration, then North Walsham Rugby Club is a real winner. Recently launched as a wedding reception venue, the club’s Scottow Park grounds provide acres of glorious grounds for an outdoor celebration, complete with a woodland walk and playground to keep the little ones amused. Ideal for a marquee reception, you can party in style and make the most of the setting for great photos. There are two self-contained buildings as well, with their own bars and rooms that can seat around 100 guests each. For more intimate affairs the partially covered outside veranda is ideal and the club has its own in-house caterers too. “We’re just getting started this season and are looking to offer a blank canvas which can be tailored to meet each couple’s individual needs,” says hospitality manager Julia Hicks. To fi nd out more visit www.nwrfc.club STIRRING STATIONERY

We love the elegance of the new Afternoon Tea range of stationery from Cambridge-based Sleepy Bee Studio. A celebration of this thoroughly British tradition, it’s beautifully illustrated with teapots, cups, cakes and all the other lovely things associated with the theme – great for those post-wedding thank-you notes! Visit www.sleepybeestudio.co.uk