Weddings & Honeymoons - August Issue 15 2022

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hoosing your bridesmaids. Where do you start? What’s seemingly an easy part of wedding planning could turn out to be one of the most pivotal decisions you make. There is plenty of room for error here, and we’ve heard (and witnessed) our fair share of disaster stories. Tempting though it is to excitedly ask your besties to take the title as soon as you get engaged, choosing the best people for the role requires some serious thought.

As well as considering if the person in question will make a good bridesmaid (Do they have the time to help you make decorations and come to appointments? Do they have the inclination to help you address envelopes for your invitations? Will they be a support to you throughout the planning and on the big day?), you should also make sure that they get along with the groom and the rest of the bridal party, that your budget will cover buying as many dresses as you have bridesmaids and assess the size of your wedding – an intimate wedding of 20 guests doesn’t require seven bridesmaids.

But we always say, if you really want someone to be a bridesmaid, then they should be. Imagine getting ready on your wedding morning. Who would be there with you, keeping you calm and offering encouragement? Who will be helping you have the best day ever? That is the person that you should have by your side on the biggest day of your life.

This month’s issue is a bridesmaid special and we’ve got plenty of tips and inspo for you. From popping the question (page 48) to gowns for your gang (page 24, 28 and 32) and everything in-between. Not sure what your squad can do to help you with the planning and on the big day? Head to page 52 for ideas on roles for the bridesmaids – it's time to delegate!

We also have some excellent competitions for you this month, teaming up with Cricut (page 49), bringing you the chance to win outfits for your flower girls and page boys (page 36) and a dreamy honeymoon competition in Barbados (page 144).

Talking of honeymoons, this month we bring you inspiration from the Caribbean (page 134), as well as Greece (page 141) and inspire you to jet off for a twin-centred honeymoon (page 128), combining adventure and sightseeing with powder-white sands and beachside relaxation.

Happy planning!

Becci x

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CONTENTS Issue 15 August 2022

TRENDS

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ALL THE PRETTY All the hottest products we're loving this month!

MATCHING MAIDS Pair your bridal party looks with your gown SUNDAE SQUAD Refreshing ice cream coloured bridesmaid gowns COLOUR COMBOS Match your accessories to your dress in this feature ROMANTIC ROSE A selection of rose-hued gowns, bags and more!

FEATURED WEDDINGS

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COUNTRY HOUSE CHIC Décor heaven with neon lights and balloon arches!

LOVE BOATS A stunning wedding at Euridge Manor in the Cotswolds READY, SET, ELOPE! A London wedding in prep for an Italian celebration SUMMER LOVING Lewis & Leigh tied the knot in floods of natural light ROMANCE INN THE CITY This couple made the best of London's charm…

COMPETITIONS

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FLOWER GIRL AND PAGE BOY ATTIRE Dress the little members of your wedding party MAKE YOUR PERFECT WEDDING We've teamed up with Cricut to DIY your wedding!

A DREAM HONEYMOON IN BARBADOS Five blissful nights at Waves Hotel & Spa

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DETAILS

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NEW KICKS ON THE BLOCK On-trend block heel styles for your day GIVE US A CURL Calling all curly-haired brides!

FLOWER POWER Check out the stats on our favourite blooms GIFTS FOR THE GIRLS Say thank you to your best ones with these gifts POP THE QUESTION Ways to ask your squad to join the bridal party!

Contents

PLANNING

52 58 61 66

HERE COME THE GIRLS Roles to delegate to your bridesmaids SUMMER FESTIVAL Party into the night with this festival moodboard!

RICH & RUSTIC A styled shoot bursting with natural textures BRIDGERTON BEAUTY Theme your day around the Netflix hit!

VENUES

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MAGICAL MARQUEES Make the most of summer with a marquee wedding

TRAVEL

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TALE OF TWO CITIES Get double the trip with these twin honeymoons BEACHSIDE BLISS IN BARBADOS Follow our Editor-In-Chief around the Caribbean GREEK ISLAND HOPPING HIDEAWAYS Relax in Grecian glamour after all that planning

47 ON THE COVER PHOTOGRAPHY @aureliaallenphotography VENUE @brymptonhouse FLORALS @flourishandgrace STYLING @brymptonstyling HAIR @tracypallarihmua MAKEUP @sophiewyliemakeup DRESS @rimearodaky at @themewsbridal EARRINGS @maisonsabben

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For our bridesmaid special we are focusing on dressing your squad to the nines! Have a peek at our fashion pages to find out which accessories to team with your dress colours and what's hot this month…

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all the pretty From fabulous flowers to gorgeous gowns, a round-up of all the hottest items this month!

BRIDAL BOUQUETS LILLYANDWILD.COM

TULLE VEIL, £12.99 TEAMHEN.CO.UK

VEILED IT The luxury tulle bow veil from Team Hen is the perfect accessory for those destination hen do trips with the gang! The creamy white satin bow sits upon a tulle veil and easily clips into your hair to 'bride' up any outfit day or night!

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FLOWER FAIRIES The brand new girls collection by TH&TH combines timeless girlswear with a modern twist to suit fashion for all ages. We're loving this gorgeous pistachio gown for flowergirls and mini maids to make sure all your loved ones are in on the theme.

SATIN SLIPPERS These Blythe bead-embellished satin mules from the Charles Keith Bridal Collection guarantee a statement entrance. Swathed in satin with a ruched strap, these bridal slippers combine style and comfort with a lower heel. Pair them with a mid-length wedding dress or tapered trouser to show off your fancy footwear.

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BLYTHE SATIN MULES, £79 CHARLESKEITH.CO.UK ANGEL IN PISTACHIO, £90 THANDTH-GIRL.COM

FLORAL HEADBAND AND VEIL, £14.99 PARTYPIECES.CO.UK

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MAID GOWNS ABBIE-JADE.CO.UK

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BRIDAL GIFT SET, £120 LIVLINDLEY.COM PEARL STRAW BAG, £34.99 ETSY.CO.UK/DECENTDESIGNSTUDIOUK

FILIGREE, £650 NEEDLEANDTHREAD.COM

GORGEOUS GIFTS Liv Lindley has got you covered for the wedding morning with The Perfect Day bridal gift set, including a beautiful silk dressing gown in pearl white with matching beauty band. You're guaranteed to feel like a goddess in silk as you're being pampered.

STATEMENT SLEEVES Suitable for bridesmaids, guests or even as a bridal look for night before celebrations, the Filigree lace sequin ankle gown from Needle & Thread is designed with Victoriana inspired sleeves for a romantic look that is perfect for a summer, country wedding.

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WRITTEN IN THE STARS Personalise your bridal jewellery by choosing a pendant based on your star sign with Astrid and Miyu's Zodiac range, we're loving the Cancer pendant with blue cubic zirconia to represent the water sign.

PERFECT PLACES Add a personal touch to your tablescape with these personalised place settings from Sunday's Daughter.

Crafted from oak and with a choice of twelve different velvet ribbon colours, these settings can be matched to your complete theme.

ZODIAC PENDANT, £99 ASTRIDANDMIYU.COM PLACE SETTING, £4 SUNDAYSDAUGHTER.COM

ELEPHANT GINS ELEPHANT-GIN.COM

FIREFLY, £99 RAINBOWCLUB.CO.UK

CRYSTAL, £99 RAINBOWCLUB.CO.UK

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Exclusive Reader Offer

This month we have teamed up with The Little Lollipop Shop to bring you an exclusive discount. The perfect sweet treat for your big day, gift your guests a handmade lollipop as their favours or add the sugary treats to a sweet table for extra flair.

Shop using the discount code: WHMag30 for 30% off your entire order. littlelollipopshop.com Valid on the entire range until 30th September

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Bows

Buttons

A statement bow is one of the key trends this season. Reflect the bows in your gown with a shoulder bow for your bridesmaid dresses.

Dainty buttons running down the length of your train add a feminine and romantic touch to your wedding dress. Echo the look with matching fastenings on your bridesmaid gowns.

'66207' JUSTINALEXANDER.COM

ESTEE PRONOVIAS.COM

SAINT MIABELLEDESIGNS.CO.UK

'99198' JUSTINALEXANDER.COM

Bateau neckline A sophisticated bateau neckline suits many figures, making it the perfect choice for both you and your maids.

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CLAUDIA GHOST.CO.UK

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Matching

The W-edit Halterneck

Low Back

Whether you choose a cowl back or a deep V-back, choose a similar style for your girls and you'll all walk up the aisle in perfect coordination.

DALTON JUSTINALEXANDER.COM

When echoing the neckline of your dress for your maids, make yours stand out with a lace or embroidered bodice.

'99203' JUSTINALEXANDER.COM

'6313' GALIALAHAV.COM VICTORIA ABBIE-JADE.CO.UK

Chiffon

Light and airy, soft layers of chiffon make dreamy dresses for both you and your bridesmaids, adding even more romance in every season.

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Maids

Choose pretty dresses for your girls that complement your bridal gown for one co-ordinated wedding party!

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Satin

Shine as you make your way down the aisle in silky satin. Choose the same material in complementary shades for your bridesmaids.

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SAHAR MAGGIESOTTERO.COM

MARINO PHILLIPALEPLEY.COM

Spaghetti Straps

Pearls

Match your maids' embellishments with yours, with pearlencrusted sleeves tying in with your pearl skirt.

Perfect for summer weddings, delicate spaghetti straps add a feminine touch to your wedding party's aisle style.

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ESTA TEDBAKER.COM NOLA NOLALONDON.COM

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The W-edit Tulle

Twist Halterneck

Floaty tulle skirts add romance to both you and your bridesmaids' wedding day look.

Choose a gown with lace appliqués to make your dress stand out from the rest.

Match perfectly with a sleek dress boasting a twisted halter neckline and give your look a wow factor with a billowing bouquet.

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V Neck

Match your V-neck ballgown with a similar neckline for your maids. If their dresses have a slimmer skirt, it will make sure yours brings the drama!

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CALI MIABELLEDESIGNS.CO.UK HALLE JENNYYOOY.COM

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Peaches & Cream LEFT TO RIGHT: THANDTH.COM, PRETTYLAVISH.CO.UK, NEEDLEANDTHREAD.COM, MORILEE.COM

Pistachio LEFT TO RIGHT: GHOST.CO.UK, PRETTYLAVISH.CO.UK, THANDTH.COM, MORILEE.COM

Raspberry Ripple

LEFT TO RIGHT: MORILEE.COM, THANDTH.COM, PRONOVIAS.COM, MIABELLEDESIGNS.CO.UK

Vanilla LEFT TO RIGHT: GHOST.CO.UK, MORILEE.COM, MORILEE.COM, NOLALONDON.COM

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SundaeSQUAD

Dress your bridesmaids in pretty ice cream shades for your summer wedding day

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White guarantees a clean and fresh style to flawlessly match your gown

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The social

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Go bright and bold with these boho glass candleholders from Talking Tables. With the choice to mix and match the candles to the holders, we love the versatility of these pieces to fit in with any wedding theme and colour scheme.

This set of two jewelled 'Bride-To-Be' hair clips from Pretty Magpie are the perfect accessory for finishing an updo. Wear them at your hen party and everyone will know you're the star of the event!

With a geometric gold pattern, the Ghalia shoe from Emmy London is our go-to for bridal heels this month. Compatible with any style of gown, you'll be itching to show off these stunners as you make your way down the aisle.

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Summer brings an influx of brand new bridal collections and we're loving this Marchesa x Pronovias collab. In particular, we adore the details on the Yiya dress, with a scattering of soft organza petals and a pert satin belt.

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W&H News

We're taking the digital world by storm! After our successful website launch event we're so excited to have our very own website decked out with a supplier search feature and articles galore.

Our tiktok page is also popping off with inspiration from DIY ideas to celebrity gowns.

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GREEN HOOPS, £75 AUREEJEWELLERY.COM

ROSE QUARTZ NECKLACE, £30 WUNDERLUSTLIFE.CO.UK

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TENNIS BRACELET, £69 ASTRIDANDMIYU.COM

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TWILIGHT HUGGIES, £59 ASTRIDANDMIYU.COM HAIR CLIP, £6 ACCESSORIZE.COM

WILLOW HAIR PIN, £25 THEBOBBYPIN.CO.UK

BRACELET, £23.99 JOMAJEWELLERY.COM

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RAYNE, £190 LOEFFLERRANDALL.COM

EMILY NOLALONDON.COM

AMELIA CLUTCH, £200 HARRIETWILDE.COM

AMY, FROM £220 HARRIETWILDE.COM

SIERRA, £336 BELLABELLESHOES.COM

Colour

REMI, £255 RACHELSIMPSONSHOES.CO.UK

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Perfect your bridal party look and ace your group photographs, starting with the frock and pairing the gown with the pretty accessories…

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INITIAL NECKLACE, £79 CHLOBO.CO.UK

ELLA HAIRVINE, £145 DEBBIECARLISLE.COM

HAIR COMB, £23 GLITZY SECRETS

SABINE BAG, £175 RACHELSIMPSONSHOES.CO.UK

PEARL DROPS, £165 FREYAROSE.COM HOOPS, £12.50 OLIVERBONAS.COM

SAINT MIABELLEDESIGNS.COM HAIR SCRUNCHIE, £4 ACCESSORIZE.COM

HAIR PINS, £145 DEBBIECARLISLE.COM

EMERALD DRESS TEDBAKER.COM

CANTINAS PRONOVIAS.COM

PRINTED CLUTCH, £40 JOEBROWNS.CO.UK

ANTHEA, £895 FREYAROSE.COM

STRAPPY SHOES BELLABELLESHOES.COM

SILVER HEELS, £16.99 TKMAXX.COM

Combos FREYA, £99 RAINBOWCLUB.CO.UK

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Designed with the modern ceremony in mind, luxury children’s brand La Coqueta celebrates Spanish craftsmanship with an effortlessly feminine and strikingly composed touch, marrying old-world craft with contemporary, resilient proportions. This month we have teamed up with La Coqueta to bring you the chance to win a £500 voucher to spend on the Ceremony Collection online, with a diverse offering of styles for newborn to 10 years, read on to enter…

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The details

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When the big day comes, remember to give your accessories and details to your photographer so they can create a quick flatlay photograph and capture the essence of your wedding in one perfect picture.

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CLARA, £89 RAINBOWCLUB.CO.UK

CANDYFLOSS, £250 RACHELSIMPSONSHOES.CO.UK

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Give us a

curl

Embrace your curls for the big day and make your wedding style completely YOU!

T

he best part about having curly locks is you’ve already got the natural volume so many brides strive for, so make the most of it and ensure your hair is on point for your big day! Choosing your bridal style is a big decision as it will live on in your photographs forever, so take some time to browse through some inspiration and follow our guide made for all those curly haired brides out there.…

MERMAID HAIR

Perfect for a summer wedding, let those curly locks hang in beachy waves for a relaxed style. Weave flowers into small braids for the ultimate boho look.

HALF-UP, HALF-DOWN Curls are guaranteed to look stunning up or down, so why not make the most of both styles and bring half of your hair up into a braid round your head and let the rest hang onto your shoulders. Don’t forget to tease out a few strands to frame your face for a soft, romantic look.

TWIST AND TUCK Collect your bouncy ringlets into an elegant chignon for a wavy twist on the traditional updo. Curly hair allows loads of volume and texture in this look, just make sure to secure it with grips so it stays perfect for the whole day.

A TOUCH OF FLORAL Curly hair can be difficult to handle with strands often having a mind of their own. So when you reach for those grips, why not make a feature of them?

Use a white floral barrette to add depth and style to dark, curly hair or use a hair vine for an elegant (and secure) look!

AU NATUREL The most beautiful bride is the one who stays true to herself, so let those locks free and express yourself! Whether it’s a tightly curled afro, long waves or a short curly do, be yourself and embrace the curls.

TOP TIPS

If you are planning to embrace your natural curls for your wedding day, we've got some tips from Lizzie Carter, founder of the best-selling brand Only Curls on how to manage your mane.

• Washing and styling your hair the night before will take one thing off your to-do list on your wedding morning. Take your time and pamper yourself – you deserve it!

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overnight to ensure they are ready to bounce into action! The fabric reduces frizz and keeps curls hydrated.

• Curly hair is typically more dry, as the oils can’t easily travel down the spirally hair shaft, so use gentler cleansers that don’t strip your hair of its natural oils.

• Products are your best friend. Using a curl créme will nourish your hair and minimise frizz for the perfect wedding hair do!

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Nakin Anti-Ageing Lip Treatment Balm

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loral arrangements can transform your venue and help to create the theme for your day, while your bouquet can alter your aisle style.

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BUDGET: Decide how much money you have to spend on your flowers and be open with your florist about it. They will know the best way to stretch your budget and create the best blooms for your buck.

STYLE: When you are choosing a florist check out their previous work and select someone with a style you like. If you want a loose, hand-tied bouquet don’t choose a florist whose previous work is mainly tight, structured flowers.

SEASON: Your florist will be able to guide you with your choice of flowers by letting you know what’s in season at the time of your wedding.

This will make your arrangements more environmentally friendly, more cost-effective and ensure the blooms are in perfect condition as they won’t have travelled so far.

INSPIRATION: Use your wedding venue as the base for your inspiration, choosing colours that will work in the space you’ll be getting married in. Show your florist ideas of what you like so they can get a feel for what you are after.

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t’s not just the happy couple who need to pop the question, they also need to ask their bridal parties to be involved in their wedding. So, here’s a few ways you can propose to your best pals and ask them to be by your side for your big day!

SCRATCH-OFF CARD Add a bit of fun to popping the question with a scratch-off card that reveals the big question: “Will you be my bridesmaid?” It will be worth it just to see the smile on their faces when the writing is slowly (or quickly!) revealed.

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PAMPER HAMPER Get your best ones wedding day ready with a hamper brimming with skincare and beauty essentials and, of course, a card explaining the meaning behind this gesture. Personalise each one with your friend’s favourite nail polish colours and an eye mask with their names on, and present the hamper when you ask them to be your bridesmaids.

PERSONALISED ROBES Get the perfect photo opportunity on your wedding morning by buying each of your maids a matching robe, tuck the card into the pocket for a happy surprise! Whether you choose a floral, silky or monogrammed design, they'll all go perfectly with a glass of bubbles!

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GIRLS DRINKS Invite the gang over for a fun night in with snacks and wine and reminisce about all your memories. On the final drink, bring out a card to present to each person asking them the big question, though we doubt it will be your last drink after the bridal party celebrations officially start! Cheers!

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ROSE CEREMONY A rose ceremony can be performed after the exchange of vows. In this case, the couple each have a rose that they exchange with one another that will represent their first gift to each other as a married couple. The roses can then be dried and preserved. Roses can also be given to each of the couple’s parents as a gift, uniting the families together.

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eing asked to be a bridesmaid is a great honour, but it comes with great responsibility too. Choosing and managing your maids is a potential minefield, but get it right and you’re in for a fun few months and the best day of your life!

When it comes to choosing your bridesmaids, there are a few things to consider… Do they have time to help you with planning? Will you still be close in ten years time? Will they be a good support to you in the lead-up to and on the big day? Do they get on with your partner?

Can you imagine getting married without them by your side? Think about what being a bridesmaid means to you and what you expect of them. Are you happy for them to just stand by your side in matching gowns on the day or do you want lots of help styling a DIY wedding in the weeks the lead up to it?

Once you have chosen your favourite few you can start asking them for help with your wedding tasks. Play to people’s strengths as there really isn’t much point in asking one of your friends to create spreadsheets on your behalf if she struggles with organisation.

Likewise, don’t expect one of your extrovert friends to sit back quietly and check on older guests when the band start playing – everyone will be happier if she’s leading the way on the dance floor.

Someone a little more reserved will be pleased to step in here.

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thing is to let them know your expectations from the get-go to avoid any friendship disasters or dilemmas. If you’re not sure where to start, here are a few ideas of what you can delegate to your bridesmaids and how they can help out in the lead-up to and on the wedding day…

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If you know straight away who you’ll be having as your bridesmaids or bridesmen, they will be with you right from the start. Their first task could be helping you to arrange an engagement party, if you decide to throw one.

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As you start planning the big day you are sure to have lots of ideas. Head to a few wedding fairs with your best girls. They can help you make decisions and find brilliant suppliers.

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Bridal shopping! From finding the dress to helping you select your accessories, the dress shopping experience will be even more fun with your girl gang by your side.

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Rope your bridesmaids into helping you with practical tasks like creating DIY wedding signs, making decorations and addressing envelopes.

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When it comes to the hen do, your bridesmaids can take the reins in organising your last night of freedom, collecting deposits and deciding on activities, while you keep on track of the wedding plans.

From their outfit choices to supporting you on the big day, bring out the best in your bridesmaids…

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Your bridesmaids should be front and centre for the wedding rehearsal, whether it’s the day before the wedding or a week before the big event.

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If you are setting up the venue yourselves, your bridal party can help you with arranging tables, putting out decorations and any other last-minute tasks to dress the venue.

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Stay with your girl gang on the night before the wedding. Traditionally, you wouldn’t see the groom until you are at the end of the aisle, and many couples still choose to sleep separately for fear of bad luck from seeing each other on the wedding morning.

Make it a fun slumber party with matching pyjamas (check out night-store.co.uk), a bottle of Prosecco, a few snacks and any last-minute wedding prep!

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On the morning of the wedding, the older bridesmaids can help any younger bridesmaids, flower girls and page boys get ready.

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Of course, the girls will be there to help you get ready too! From buttoning up your gown to helping you to step into your shoes.

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Just before you all set off for the ceremony venue, the girls can take responsibility for ensuring that everyone is wearing everything they should be and has everything they need – including your bouquets!

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Pack up a little bag of essentials to keep with you during the day. Include things like safety pins, a paper straw, tissues and lip balm and pass your emergency kit to one of your bridesmaids for safe keeping.

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You will be busy all day, so your girl gang should make sure you eat breakfast in the morning, drink plenty of water throughout the day and save

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The girls should be the point of contact in the morning, answering family calls about directions or last-minute supplier queries, allowing you to relax, sip Champagne and be pampered.

Anything that requires you to make a decision (weatherdependent ceremony spaces for example) the bridesmaids can calmly check with you.

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Your best girls will likely know most people on the wedding day. They should mingle and look out for older

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guests and important family members, ensuring they know where to go and when – you wouldn’t want your nan to miss the first dance because she had gone to the loo at the wrong time!

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Your bridal squad can be on hand to help arrange your dress and your veil (if you choose to wear one!) when you get to the end of the aisle, for your photographs and just before you are announced into the wedding breakfast.

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Bridesmaids can help you create a playlist and be in charge of the music on the day, checking that your ceremony music works, you have background music playing during the drinks reception and the band keep everyone up on their feet dancing with suitable requests.

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Whether they lead the way into the ceremony or follow tradition and make their entrance after you, your girls should help set the tone for the day in their carefully selected outfits.

Pass your bouquet to one of your bridesmaids during the ceremony - usually the vicar or registrar will tell you when to do this, but if it’s particularly heavy you don’t have to wait to be asked.

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You can choose for your bridesmaids to be your witnesses and watch the signing of the register. You need two official witnesses.

The girls can be in charge of helping you find five minutes to re-apply lipstick, powder away shine and help you to re-pin any stray wisps of hair.

It might sound funny, but you are likely to need one of your girls to help you go to the bathroom - especially if you opt for a huge ballgown or sweeping train.

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If you plan on having group photographs, the bridesmaids can help the ushers to gather everyone up. This will help

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You probably won’t want to carry a clutch bag around all day, so if you choose to have one at all you can give it to your bridesmaids to look after. Alternatively, ask them if you can pop some bits in their bags.

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Planning the photographer and speed up the organisation so that you can get back to partying. Create a list of shots for your photographer and give a copy to the wedding party in advance so they know who to look for.

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The wedding party can help your guests find their seats for the wedding breakfast and make sure no one leaves the room just before the speeches begin. Because, trust us, nothing adds to pre-speech nerves like waiting for half of your guests to return from the loos!

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Your bridesmaids or maid of honour might like to do a speech.

This is becoming ever more popular and can be a lovely addition to the traditional lineup.

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Whether you want guests to join you part way through the first dance or once it has finished, let your bridesmaids know and they can lead the way onto the dance floor for the rest of your guests to follow.

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Before the night draws to a close your bridesmaids could make sure your bedroom is tidy from the busy wedding morning and pop a bottle of Champagne in your room for the newlyweds to make a private toast to tying the knot!

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Most important of all, your girls should be with you when you need emotional support and words of encouragement throughout the planning and help you combat any wedding nerves on the big day.

At the end of the day, your bridesmaids are your leading ladies, not just on the day but throughout your life too. So follow your instincts and pick the people you couldn’t live without. WH

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As the drinks start flowing the girls should make sure you have plenty of non-alcoholic drinks (in-between the alcoholic ones)

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Having spent the last ten years working as a Chief Stewardess aboard lavish superyachts, Claire Van Aswegen understands what defines luxury hospitality. Her high standards of service and event planning translate into every service that she provides. Own Your Throne is a bespoke wedding planning and styling service with romantic and bohemian accessories for hire too. ownyourthrone.co.uk

ORCHARD EVENTS AND BEAUTY

Whether you know exactly what you’re after or you have no idea where to begin, Orchard Events and Beauty can guide you on your way to the day of your dreams. They’ll get to know you as a couple and take inspiration from your personalities to plan a very meaningful wedding. With a passion for creating the perfect aesthetic and atmosphere, they’ve got you covered. orchard-events.co.uk

EMMA MURRAY-JONES

Emma Murray-Jones is a luxury wedding planner with extensive experience working at prestigious London hotel venues. She has a keen eye for detail, a true appreciation for design and a passion for creating opulent weddings across the UK and Spain. She aims to create a first-class event experience that incorporates the senses and reflects your true style as a couple. emjweddings.com WEDDINGSANDHONEYMOONSMAGAZINE.COM

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Melt into a wall of wisteria with this wistful shoot in Cambridgeshire…

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Forgo the artificial floral installations and get inspired by this natural wall of wisteria as the perfect photo backdrop to your big day. This shoot at the Hotel Felix in Cambridge combines hues of pastel purple with fresh white stationery sprinkled with calligraphy and delicate blooms. Armfuls of crisp roses adorned the interior and snaked their way around the naked cake. The romantic theme was echoed on the pearl-edged plates and carried through to the bride's gown with lace sleeves. A very English love affair swathed in wisteria blooms creates a timeless style.

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Orchard Events are a team of passionate event planners and venue stylists based in Kent. We cover all parties and events and specialise in Weddings.

Event styling and planning | Mobile bar hire | Marquee hire | Prosecco & Donut wall

With a passion for event planning and a creative mind bursting with ideas, our aim is to get to know our clients, get a feel for their style and character and then build the perfect event to reflect you as a person / couple.

Other services provided are: Wedding door hire for outdoor /marquee weddings (as pictured) | Polaroid station hire | A selection of table decor items for hire | Make up and hair styling

Get in touch for a friendly chat or quote.

Stephanie Sanderson, Creative Director and MUA - 07879 536569 info@orchard-events.co.uk | www.orchard-events.co.uk

With more than ten years of experience planning Weddings and Events, we’re experts in perfecting the details and creating the extraordinary, within your budget!

We exist so that you can enjoy the fun parts of planning and leave the stress behind.

We want you to have the most memorable event possible, for all the right reasons!

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Website Launch Event Our brand new website is now up and running, following a successful launch party at RSA House in central London

Andy Taylor Magician wowed with his performance of tricks

The new features of our website were presented to wedding industry experts

A warm welcome from the team and our chosen venue RSA House Guests mingled, talking all things weddings – our favourite subject!

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Absolute Booth provided a beautiful floral wall for photo booth fun and photo momentoes to remember the milestone

Sketched by Siena created incredible live drawings for each of our attendees

Smiles all round as we welcome a new digital age to Weddings and Honeymoons

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Beanies Health & Nutrition aspires to help women and men feel their absolute best on their wedding day, no matter what their goal. Whether that’s more energy, better skin, muscle gain, fat loss or just a healthier lifestyle, Beanies Health & Nutrition utilises the number one nutrition brand in the world, Herbalife Nutrition.

They offer bespoke packages and free 1-2-1 coaching for brides and grooms.

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The Magical Old Church

Get married in Old Højerup, a stone church from the 13th century, resting on the brink of Stevns Klint - a sweeping limestone coastline recently declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Resting on the very brink of the limestone cliffs, the charming 13th century church tells its own dramatic story. Legend has it that in ancient times the king of the elves himself dwelt in a cave in the cliff beneath the church.

You can also enjoy a civil wedding ceremony with the romance of a church venue by booking one of our wedding packages.

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Gold foil text popped off the navy stationery suite, with golden accents being carried throughout the styling through the candlesticks and cutlery. The decadent venue was filled with flower arches of blooming white buds and luscious greenery to give a chic Italian feel. The royal blue textures balanced out the gold for a rich and classic style.

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AMIRAH MUHAMMAD I offer wedding first dance choreography for your special day as well as routines for your Bridesmaids and/or Groomsman. The most important thing to me is that you leave the studio feeling confident and ready!

Wedding packages available Your journey of dance starts here! Book a private class today! www.supremegiftdancecompany.com | Amirah_g@outlook.com | 07719055951

Fran Harrison Celebrant, working with you to create a ceremony that perfectly reflects your story in a way that is fun and unique as well as deeply meaningful.

We want you to have the most amazing, interactive night with our casino games without the added worry of gambling real money. Our Casino Hire has a range of themes and packages which can be customised to your specific requirements. So if it’s a private party or a special occasion we have something for everyone.

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Treat your guests to showstopping entertainment, from the chance to take to the skies in a hot air balloon to a string duo for the most romantic start to married life!

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usic and entertainment will elevate your reception to give it a ‘wow factor’. Whether that’s live music, a circus performer or a choreographed first dance, adding something ‘extra’ will take your event to the next level and create a day to remember.

ROBERT BENSON SAXOPHONE

The heartwarming sound of a saxophone can liven up a room and enchant all who listen. Robert Benson is a highly talented saxophonist who will provide a soulful soundtrack to your ceremony or reception. Always dressed smartly for the occasion, he can perform as a solo artist or accompanied by an acoustic guitarist.

Get in touch: robertbensonsaxophone.co.uk | hello@robertbensonsaxophone.co.uk | 07708224226

SERENITY STRING DUO

Serenade your wedding guests with an elegant ensemble of professional string musicians. Serenity String Duo, Katja and Laura provide elegant cello and violin music for your wedding. Classically trained, their extensive, bespoke repertoire creates a unique backdrop for your special day.

Get in touch: serenitystringduo.com | serenitystringduo@gmail.com | 07801832493

ANDREW JAY SINGER

Andrew Jay can help you create the perfect atmosphere on your wedding day. Using extensive performance experience, Andrew and his team will design a bespoke arrangement of songs to make your day memorable. They are based in Warlingham but can travel throughout the whole of the UK. Get in touch: andrewjay-singer.co.uk | Andrew.

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SCINTILLATING CIRCUS ENTERTAINMENT

Add a mesmerising fire show to your wedding day with Kat Collett Scintillating Circus Entertainment.

Her fearless talent and vast selection of props will create a sense of wonder and excitement. Kat is an award-winning specialist who can travel across the UK and abroad to make your wedding celebrations unique and unforgettable.

Get in touch: katcollett.com | Kat@katcollett.com | 07530996559

FLY AWAY BALLOONING

Imagine offering your wedding guests the trip of a lifetime, gliding in mid-air! Fly Away Ballooning are a family-run hot air balloon company with three generations of experience. Their private flights will guarantee amazing photographs and your give guests

memories that will last forever.

Get in touch: flyawayballooning.com | sam@flyawayballooning.com | 07772505711

HAND FULLA SOUL

Hand Fulla Soul has impressed crowds at wedding ceremonies and receptions since 2006. Now established as one of the best wedding bands in London, they have a non-compromising dedication to quality sound and performance. From wedding classics to trending new songs, they can sing all your favourites! Get in touch: handfullasoul.com | mail@handfullasoul.com | 07872436671

SUPREME GIFT DANCE COMPANY

The first dance is a highlight at any wedding as it marks your next chapter as newlyweds. Incorporating choreographed routines for the couple, bridesmaids and groomsmen are always exciting to watch and it makes things less daunting for those involved. Amirah will make you feel confident on the dance floor!

Get in touch: supremegiftdancecompany.com | amirah_g@outlook.com | 07719055951

SUPER PIRATES

While the adults mingle and enjoy the wedding reception, why not hire a qualified team of playworkers to keep the kids entertained? Creating an awesome play area and leading fun activities, Super Pirates are a highenergy team of professional nannies and performance artists who will give your younger guests a day to remember too!

Get in touch: superpirates.co.uk | events@superpirates.co.uk | 07724503276

GB FUN CASINOS

GB Fun Casinos are a friendly and professional team of croupiers who have all worked at casinos around the world. They are there to create a social buzz, teach your guests to play and they can even bring a theme – think James Bond, the Oscars or Las Vegas!

Get in touch: gbfuncasinos.com | info@gbfuncasinos. com | 07910374078

THE ROVING ARTIST

Charles Burns adds a personal touch to any event with his dazzling cut-out silhouettes. He’ll wander around the room and create cut-out card portraits of your guests as mementoes to take home. His wedding package includes a full-length silhouette of the couple, branded cards for guests and a set of artist prints.

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From Frankie Vallie to Lewis Capaldi From Tom Jones to Ed Sheeran From Jennifer Hudson to Jocelyn Brown "We booked Andrew Jay for our wedding and he was absolutely amazing from start to finish.

We really can’t recommend Andrew Jay enough. He’s professional, very warm and welcoming, has an amazing singing voice and really knows how to get the party started" Gemma Wedding September 2021

Andrew’s wide vocal range, smooth tones, charm and charisma, means he is able to perform in any setting, Performing various musical styles including Classical, Rock, Jazz, R&B, Motown & Pop. He is sure to make your wedding a magical and memorable one.

enquiries@andrewjay-singer.co.uk 01883 338 330 andrewjay-singer.co.uk andrewJaySinger andrewjay_singer

Hand Fulla Soul are well established as one of the best wedding bands and party bands in London and were recently awarded the prestigious LUXlife Global Wedding Award for Most Entertaining Wedding Band.

Get in touch for a friendly chat about the options for your event now.

Based in London | www.handfullasoul.com mail@handfullasoul.com | 07872436671 | @handfullasoul

Kat@KatCollett.com 07530996556 KatCollett.com

A tethered hot air balloon provides a spectacular backdrop and fabulous entertainment. The quintessentially romantic nature to hot air balloons help to create a magical feel to a wonderful event. Allow our traditional wicker basket to lift your guests high above the venue to enjoy the thrills and views it has to offer.

The Fire Show Extravaganza is a thrilling fire show that has been performed at many weddings to the delight of audiences across the UK. A family-friendly fire show that will bring all your guests together and have them talking for years to come. This show includes toe-tapping routines set to music and daring one-off tricks for the added wow factor! For extra impressive sparkle, there is an optional pyrotechnic finale, a massive shower of sparks to fill the heart with wonder!

As an award-winning performer, I help you to entertain your guests, giving them a thrilling highlight that will keep them talking about your event for years to come!

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If you are looking for great entertainment for your Wedding Day, then look no further: Andy Taylor is one of the UK’s leading professional Close-up Magicians and entertainers. He will engage & amaze your guests with his expert sleight of hand magic and unique skills. Guaranteed to get everyone laughing!

Wedding magic is the perfect icebreaker during drinks receptions, photographs or to welcome your guests. With this experience and flexibility you can be assured of sophisticated entertainment for your guests. Andy is at all the best Weddings, parties and events, so get in touch to book him now... you won’t be disappointed!

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Leave it to us to make this the most unforgettable and enjoyable pre and post wedding experience ever.

Inspire Me Travel offer a selection of Stag, Hen and Honeymoon experiences worldwide. Our Stag & Hen Experiences range from fun & wild to sophisticated and cultured!!

Each and every experience can be tailor made to meet your own individual requirements.You will be have your own Personal Travel Advisor, who will be able to talk through your requests, arrange everything for you and be there with you every step along the way.

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From Celebrants to Nutritionists and Wedding Planners galore, here are our go-to industry experts this summer.

BEANIES HEALTH & NUTRITION

Beanies Health & Nutrition aspires to help Nutritionist women and men feel their absolute best on their wedding day, no matter what their goal. Whether that’s more energy, better skin, muscle gain, fat loss or just a healthier lifestyle, Beanies Health & Nutrition utilises the number one nutrition brand in the world, Herbalife Nutrition. They offer bespoke packages and free 1-2-1 coaching for brides and grooms. hsutherland.goherbalife.com/Catalog/Home/Index/en-gb

CEREMONIES TO CHERISH

Having an independent celebrant gives you the freedom to choose your venue and the type of Celebrant wedding ceremony you’d prefer. Fran Harrison is an uplifting and experienced celebrant who weaves personalised elements into your order of service to make it meaningful to you as a couple. She conducts ceremonies across the counties of Surrey, Berkshire and Hampshire. berkshirecelebrant.co.uk

BARBADOS WEDDINGS BEYOND YOUR IMAGINATION

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Planning a wedding in the Caribbean sunshine?

Whether you require full or partial planning services in Barbados, Beyond Your Imagination can bring your wedding ideas to life. With their deep understanding of the island and great relationships with local suppliers, you’ll get the best rates on accommodation, car rentals and transfers, island activities, wedding favours and more. barbadosweddings.com

MAGICAL WEDDINGS DENMARK

Danish weddings are a modern-day fairytale, Planner especially in the expert hands of Magical Weddings Denmark. Their experienced full-service wedding planning team can help you every step of the way, from taking care of the paperwork to sourcing suppliers and being present with you on the big day itself.

They make destination wedding planning a stress-free experience. magicalweddings.eu

INSPIRE ME TRAVEL COMPANY

Inspire Me Travel is an award-winning travel company that offers bespoke itineraries and travel

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experiences. With more than 30 years of industry knowledge, Karen and her team are best placed to help you plan your next romantic getaway. Covering worldwide destinations, they have tried and tested their recommended itineraries across wine, art, culture, ecotourism trips and more. theinspiremetravelcompany.com

BAREFOOT BEACH BRIDES

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Designing beautiful American weddings across Ocean City and at their Coastal 59 Venue in Maryland, Barefoot Beach Brides makes destination wedding planning effortless. From beachfront ceremonies to candlelit reception dinners, no detail is ever spared.

With Jodie Meeks and her expert team beside you, creating the day of your dreams is never too much to ask. barefootbeachbridesoc.com

WEDDINGS BY ANNABEL

Annabel’s wedding planning business is founded upon Planner her sheer passion for making her clients feel confident and excited about their special day. With a background of working in events and marquee hire, she’s highly creative and understands the logistics behind a successful wedding day. Weddings by Annabel are unique every time, down to the tiny details that define the couple. weddingsbyannabel.co.uk

MARK DALEY EVENTS

Planning largescale events has been a part of Mark Planner Daley’s life for as long as he can remember, and the decision to focus on weddings came after his own. He brings the magic of personalisation into every wedding so that each event set-up is unique. Mark loves to see his clients embrace the moment and create lasting memories without worrying about any of the logistics. markdalyevents.com

BRIDALISE

Bridal If you’re a busy bride looking for a figure-flattering Shop gown, Bridalise in Lancashire has a spectacular range of designs to suit all body shapes. Bridalise has the unique position to purchase sample dresses all in one place so that you can explore authentic designer dresses at a fraction of the price. The site also has a stunning selection of accessories and shoes! bridalise.co.uk

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There's no better way to wedding plan than to flick through the true romance of a real life wedding. Our selection of weddings are all brimming with dresses, décor and venue inspo for your enjoyment!

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POPPING THE QUESTION A soft September sunset reflecting in Lake Garda offered this groom the perfect moment to propose to his bride.

“We were on a romantic getaway and had opened a bottle of Champagne on the balcony. It was the most magical, surreal, incredible feeling,” Christa smiles. “I cried a lot!”

SETTING THE SCENE Finding the dream wedding venue for this couple meant a space where they could celebrate from dawn until dusk.

“We wanted a venue where we could hold the ceremony, reception and have places for our guests to stay. We fell in love with Pelham House as soon as we visited – the grounds are stunning and the food was incredible. It’s a true hidden gem!”

90 guests joined Christa and Brett for the occasion.

“I’ll never forget the moment just as I was finally ready to walk down the aisle,” Christa reminisces.

“I had butterflies in my stomach and it was so wonderfully overwhelming to have all our closest family and friends there to celebrate us.”

The bride stunned in a Stella York design, while the groom and his groomsmen looked dapper in navy suits by Marc Darcy.

“My bridesmaids wore multi-way dresses in a Champagne colourway. It was important to me that they felt comfortable so I let them decide what style they liked.”

“My Charlotte Mills heels were super comfortable!”

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SIP, SIP, HOORAY The Champagne theme inspired the couple’s décor too, opting for a white and gold palette curated by To Have and To Hire styling.

“For the flowers, we continued the neutral theme with a hint of blush,” the bride recalls.

“My bouquet was made up of hand-tied roses, dahlia, freesia, astilbe, stocks, veronica and snapdragons.”

The floral theme continued to the couple’s wedding cake, which was also adorned with gold leaf detailing.

A pianist set the scene for the ceremony perfectly, playing ‘Here Comes the Sun’ by The Beatles as the bride walked down the aisle. As day turned to night, a DJ took over.

“We loved that guests had the chance to request songs,” the couple enthuse.

PICTURE PERFECT “Our best decision was the photography. We had a second photographer join Katie, so that all angles could be covered. It’s lovely to have the moments we didn’t see firsthand captured on camera to treasure.” WH

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THE DREAM TEAM VENUE Pelham House, Lewes DRESS Stella York GROOM Marc Darcy HAIR & MAKEUP The Bridal Dream Team FLOWERS Tony Dunn Flowers DÉCOR To Have and To Hire PIANO Dennis Elvie DJ Accolade DJs PHOTOGRAPHY Katie Rogers Photography

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A VINTAGE-STYLE WHITE CART ADORNED WITH BLUSH AND IVORY BALLOONS TREATED GUESTS TO A SERVE-YOURSELF SWEET FEAST. THE COUPLE TIED THE KNOT IN THE SHADE OF THE GAZEBO, WHICH WAS DECORATED WITH FRAGRANT ROSES AND ENGLISH GARDEN-STYLE GREENERY. CLASSIC PINK AND IVORY ROSES WERE COUPLED WITH SILVERY EUCALYPTUS AND PEACH-CENTRED PINK DAHLIAS FOR A DREAMY BRIDAL BOUQUET. THE COUPLE EMBRACED THEIR COUNTRY HOUSE CHIC VENUE WITH ELEGANT CALLIGRAPHY DETAILS THROUGHOUT THE DAY.

“Our daughters joined us halfway through our first dance”

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WATERSIDE WONDER When starting the search for their dream UK wedding venue, Naomi and David, who call Dubai home, had just one criteria in mind: “We knew we wanted somewhere by the water,” Naomi explains. “That led us to Euridge Manor, and as an added bonus it was relatively near to where I grew up.”

The couple had originally thought they’d choose a weekday winter wedding date as they weren’t planning with too much time ahead, and so they were delighted to find out that the bride’s birthday in July was available as a wedding date.

“I’m not usually a fan of my birthday, but I got over that pretty quickly,” Naomi laughs.

PLANNING MADE PERFECT Long distance wedmin is an art form, and for this couple the challenge was multiplied by travel restrictions at the time.

“We managed to squeeze our legal wedding at the Roman Baths, a dress fitting, hair trial, cocktail tasting, menu tasting and suit fittings into four action-packed days,” the bride reveals. “All of our suppliers were fantastic, but a special mention has to go to Jen, our wedding planner, who was a constant source of calm and the most organised person I have ever met.”

DRESS WITH A DIFFERENCE The bride chose two gowns for her nuptials – the first a Pronovias design for their Roman Baths ceremony, followed by a Suzanne Neville number for the big

‘I walked down the aisle to ‘Higher Love’ played live’

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day. After legally tying the knot, Naomi donated her first dress to Brides Do Good.

“One third of their profits support charity projects working to empower girls and end child marriage, and their dresses also combat the impact of fashion on the planet,” Naomi explains.

“Our drinks reception back home in Dubai gave me a second opportunity to wear my Suzanne Neville dress and I loved it. For now, it’s hanging in my bedroom, but one day it’ll make its way back to the UK to Brides Do Good too.”

PARTY TIME Initially dismissing the idea of a first dance for not feeling ‘them’, the couple decided they would share one to ‘At Last’ by Etta James to transition the celebrations from dinner to dancing.

“We looked for songs with meanings that resonated with us, rather than songs that made us think of each other, which weren’t necessarily good first dance material.”

HONEYMOON HEAVEN After travelling almost 25,000 miles to plan and then tie the knot, they jetted off a final time to the Maldives for their honeymoon.

“We went to Milaidhoo. The Maldives is stunning wherever you stay, but there’s something special about Milaidhoo. There’s no place like it and we loved the sandbank picnic in the middle of the ocean with only stingrays for company!” WH

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THE DREAM TEAM VENUE Euridge Manor PLANNING Jennifer Louise Weddings DRESSES Pronovias and Suzanne Neville, Carina Baverstock Couture MAKEUP Laura Carroll Makeup Artistry HAIR Lauren Gosling Hair FLOWERS Joanna Carter Flowers TABLEWARE The Luxe Collection LINEN Just 4 Linen STATIONERY Lou Paper CATERING Goose & Berry BAR The Cocktail Service MUSIC Alice Kube Music, Mister Kanish CELEBRANT Wild & Oak PRODUCTION Cahoots FURNITURE Furniture on the Move VIDEOGRAPHY Rupert Ward-Lewis Films PHOTOGRAPHY Poppy Carter Portraits

‘Our photographer put us completely at ease and her work is exquisite’

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EURIDGE MANOR DELIGHTED GUESTS FOR NAOMI AND DAVID’S WEDDING, WITH PERGOLA-LINED WALKWAYS LEADING TO AN IDYLLIC THATCHED GAZEBO WITH SWEEPING COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS. BRIDE NAOMI STUNNED IN A PLUNGING V-NECKLINE AND GAUZY VEIL, COMPLETE WITH DROP EARRINGS AND AN ELEGANT UPDO. DRAMATIC PALM TREES AND HUGE, ORNATE MIRRORS ADDED AN ALMOST TROPICAL FEEL TO THE RECEPTION CELEBRATIONS. THE COUPLE MADE THE MOST OF THE MAGICAL LOCATION FOR ROMANTIC COUPLE PORTRAITS THROUGHOUT THE DAY.

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“We loved the intimacy of our wedding day”

Kristy & Daniel

PHOTOGRAPHY BY REBECCA SPENCER PHOTOGRAPHY

Ready, Set, Elope!

THE NEXT CHAPTER After settling into their new home together, Daniel seized the moment on a beautiful summer’s evening to pop the question to his bride.

“I arrived home to a walkway of candles through the house and garden to find Dan,” Kristy recalls.

“He was standing among balloons and fairy lights and John Legend’s songs were playing quietly in the background. It was so lovely and I was so surprised. Dan had arranged for our families to then arrive for celebratory Champagne!”

LONDON CALLING After the pandemic put plans for a Lake Como destination wedding on hold, Kristy and Daniel couldn’t wait to tie the knot and set their hearts on a venue closer to home.

“We were looking for a registry office somewhere in the UK with a classic and understated feel. That led us to London’s Marylebone Town Hall and it was the perfect choice. Small, intimate and the perfect backdrop for some lovely photos to remember the day.

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VENUE Marylebone Town Hall BRIDE SUIT Reiss GROOM'S SUIT Nicolas Simon HAT Lack Of Color / OutDazl SHOES Asos BAG Zara GLASSES Asos RINGS Lanes Fine Jewellery FLOWERS Lex Hamilton Floral Studio PHOTOGRAPHER Rebecca Spencer Photography BRIDE Mr Daniel and Mrs Kristy Oscroft INSTAGRAM @kristyjgreen AUGUST

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It has a lovely British feel to the venue and it’s in the heart of London.”

“Our London elopement was very intimate and we still plan to have a big Italian wedding with all of our family and friends – that’s on the cards for September 2022! I still felt like a bride though, we both had a few tears as we exchanged our vows,” Kristy gushes.

FINDING THE ONE Having originally picked a dress for her Lake Como wedding, it was back to the drawing board when it came to the couple’s London nuptials.

“I found my original dress in 2019 and I’m saving it for our 2022 celebration,” Kristy reveals. “For our London wedding, I opted for a white suit to be a little different and not take the shine off my wedding dress to come in Italy. I felt stylish and comfortable and no one spotted that I was hiding a little bump underneath my suit too!” the bride grins.

CHEERS TO THAT “Deciding to get married officially in London SUPPLIERS: rather than wait two and a half years for our Italian was the best decision we made.

STYLING AND PROPS wedding @designandcreateevents @dress_it_ We love to be able to call each other husband yourself_MODELS @nat_oliviaandjude deanosearle CELEBRANT and wife and we still@kate_swerdlow_photo_ get to look forward to our @celebrantsuedob PHOTOGRAPHER Italian celebration later this year. We celebrated studio VIDEOGRAPHER @kevinlinesphoto FLORIST @sarah_ simply with@bespokebridal_hair close family and hadMAKEUP a lovely meal maylin_flowers HAIRSTYLIST @b.mills.mua VINTAGE CROCKERY @elsierosecrockery with Champagne in London.” WH

CUPCAKES AND SWEET TREATS @atyourwishcakes WEDDING CAKES @cakewizard1 FOOD PLATTERS @grazing. together WEDDING CAR @mc_weddingcars DRINKS@ littleitalybarco WEDDING SWING @bloomandswing GARDEN GAMES @dolly_dimples_weddings CONFETTI AND BUNTING @thepartyoutlet DRESSES @heritagebrides CHAIR HIRE @ charles_hire LUXURY WEDDING BOOKLET@weditionwedding JEWELLERY@cocogreyjewellery GROOMS SUIT @ annbridalmrmackysmenswear STATIONERY @houseofhalley @ cocolemondesigns HAIR ACCESSORIES @1940bridal VENUE@ essendonccweddings FAVOURS @perfectlypersonalisedbylauren SINGER @kaleysings_weddingsandevents

“A tuk-tuk took us home after the wedding!”

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“Hiring a stylist made such a difference to the look and feel of our wedding day”

THE BIG DAY For Lewis and Leigh, there was more to consider when it came to setting the date than simply the weather.

“Our very first date was on the 3rd August 2008 when we were teenage sweethearts and we wanted a date as close to that as possible for our wedding, so we chose a Monday in August to get married at St Audries Park in Somerset.”

“Leigh fell in love with the venue straight away,” Lewis smiles. “They were very accommodating and you could get married in their church, in the main house or in the orangery. We knew the orangery was the spot for us – it was so spacious and light.”

THE DRESS After welcoming their fourth child, Leigh wanted to wait a few months before choosing her wedding dress.

“I’d booked my appointment for January, but then we went into lockdown! So in the end, I finally got to try on dresses in April, only four months before the wedding. Thankfully I fell for the first dress I tried on and the wonderful team at Krystle Brides put in a rush order to receive my dress in time. They also made custom lace sleeves so my gown was truly unique.”

THE I DOS After spending the morning enjoying pampered preparations with her bridesmaids, mum, grandmother and daughters, Leigh was ready to walk down the aisle.

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“Having a good photographer and videographer is a must”

“The day went by so fast. Walking down the aisle was the one moment I truly did feel like a bride and seeing my dad just beforehand was very emotional. I will cherish seeing our children all dressed up for the occasion, too.”

THE SOUNDTRACK “We had live singing and acoustic guitar for our drinks reception and wedding breakfast, and then a DJ for the evening accompanied by a singer and saxophonist! Our first dance was to ‘High’ by the Lighthouse Family, we both love the song and knew we’d be able to dance to it together.”

It’s no surprise that the bride swapped her heels for flipflops as the night went on and the couple danced the night away surrounded by family and friends.

“We would recommend our venue in a heartbeat – it was picture-perfect, set in beautiful grounds, with everything you could ask for under one roof. The food was incredible and Courtney, our planner, went out of her way to ensure everything ran smoothly. Most of our guests stayed overnight and we all shared breakfast together the next morning, a lovely way to finish our celebrations.” WH

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THE DREAM TEAM VENUE St Audries Park, Somerset DRESS Krystle Brides GROOM Dyfed Menswear BRIDESMAIDS Rene K Couture HAIR Kyrelle, Devon Wedding Hair MAKEUP Christina Ouloupi MUA STYLING Kirsten, Little Wedding Helper FLOWERS Daisy Lane Floral Design STATIONERY Bianco Blanc Paperie CAKE The Macaroom ENTERTAINMENT DMC Wedding Entertainment, Tony Roberts Music PHOTOGRAPHY Naomi Kenton VIDEOGRAPHY Chris Wasey, Babalu Films

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A SOFT AND ROMANTIC PALETTE OF DUSKY PINK, SMOKY LAVENDER AND WHITE CREATED A TRULY WHIMSICAL FEEL AT THE COUPLE’S VENUE, ST AUDRIES PARK, FROM THE FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS TO CONTEMPORARY UP-LIGHTERS. FROSTED, COLOUR MATCHED GLASSWARE ADDED ELEGANCE TO THE TABLES IN STUNNING ROOMS WITH FEATURE FIREPLACES AND CHANDELIERS APLENTY. TALL TABLE ARRANGEMENTS ADDED WOWFACTOR WITHOUT OBSTRUCTING CONVERSATION ACROSS THE TABLE. GLASS DOMES TOPPED PILLAR CANDLES FOR FAIRYTALE STYLE.

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“We finished the night dancing bare foot!”

Shelley & Ollie PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACK ALDRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY

Romance Inn the City LONDON LOVE STORY After a Christmas Eve proposal, Shelley and Ollie set about planning their dream city wedding and gave themselves less than 12 months to pull it off.

The bride opted for a gown from Whistles, joined by bridesmaids in dusty rose dresses from JJs House, while the groom looked dapper in a navy John Lewis number, paired with Oliver Sweeney shoes and a Ted Baker tie.

Stoke Newington Town Hall set the scene for their heartfelt ceremony, before a London bus delivered the guests to the reception.

“Ollie and I travelled separately in an old 1930s London taxi,” Shelley reveals. “This meant we had some time just the two of us, roof down, driving through London with people congratulating us and tooting their horns.”

LOCK IT INN Key to this couple’s vision was for the guests to mix and celebrate in a low-key setting, and The Star in Highgate delivered in spades.

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CEREMONY VENUE Stoke Newington Town Hall RECEPTION VENUE The Star in Highgate BRIDE Whistles BRIDESMAIDS JJs House GROOM John Lewis, Oliver Sweeney, Ted Baker CAKE Fashionably Cake FLOWERS The Flower Studio, Marlow TRANSPORT London Bus Company PHOTOGRAPHY Jack Aldridge Photography AUGUST

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“We wanted a relaxed wedding, where our guests could spill out onto the street and mingle as they would on a normal evening at the pub. The venue gave us sole use of the pub for the entire day and our guests could party until midnight!” they grin.

80 family and friends came to join the happy couple for the ceremony and meal, with the guest list topping 100 for the evening party.

FAIRY LIGHTS AND FLOWERS This was the theme that guided the couple’s décor, teaming pink roses, eucalyptus and gypsophila with fairy lights and white bunting.

“We scattered photos of us over the years on the table and lit pillar candles all around the venue.

The pub was Victorian and had a lot of character, so we didn’t have to do much to make it look pretty.”

The cherry on the cake was the couple’s threetier semi-naked cake.

“We opted for Victoria sponge, lemon and rose water flavoured tiers. Not only did our cake look fantastic, it tasted amazing too!”

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“We chose ‘Baby I’m Yours’ by the Arctic Monkeys for our first dance”

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Stars Under Canvas create pop up glamping villages for weddings, hen parties and proposals with a difference, allowing you and your guests to sleep under the stars, and do it in style!

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Make the most of the summer nights with a marquee to celebrate your nuptials in. Dance the night away under the warm glow of glistening fairy lights and the midnight stars for company…

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Perfect for those summer weddings and suitable for whatever the British weather throws at you!

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THE COUNTRY MARQUEE COMPANY

Mainly covering the South West, this family-run business offers all your marquee needs for the perfect romantic setting for your big day! countrymarqueecompany.co.uk

GARTHMYL HALL

Garthmyl Hall, based on the Shropshire, Welsh border, is a modern Georgian property with lots of quirks and fun.

Their semi-permanent marquee can be accessed through the French doors and has fully removable sides to give the space an al fresco feel in the warmer months.

Boasting three chandeliers and a dance floor, it meets all your wedding needs! garthmylhall.co.uk

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DEENE PARK

A marquee venue like no other!

Unlike most marquee venues, the beautiful historic Estate offers you a varied choice of marquee sites - all specifically designed, perfectly maintained and managed by experts ensuring you only the very best of luxury weddings!

The secluded and elegant Walled Garden, the breathtaking Lakeside with views over the main house or the magical Dibbins Wood for the ultimate woodland setting – the opportunities here are endless… deenepark.com

ABBAS MARQUEE

Abbas Marquees is based near Cheddar and boasts over 18 years of experience, so you know you are in safe hands. All their structures provide a wonderful blank canvas to customise and make your own.

Offering canvass pole marquees, stretch tents and tipis, they’re proud to have helped to create countless memory-making days by setting the perfect scene for the happy couple. Priding themselves on creating celebrations and events that stand out from the crowd and with lighting, dance floors and bars all available, an Abbas Marquees wedding will certainly be one to remember! abbasmarquees.co.uk

Venues GLEN TANAR ESTATE

The Glen Tanar Ballroom is the ideal wedding venue for couples seeking a destination Highland wedding. Built by Glen Tanar’s original founder in 1869, the Glen Tanar Estate provides spectacular spaces for every stage of your wedding. With room to seat up to 160 guests, a vaulted ceiling adorned with over 700 antlers, and the chance to explore the outside locations surrounded by the stunning Scottish Highlands, the Glen Tanar Estate has something to offer every couple. glentanar.co.uk

LUNA MARQUEES

Luna Marquees are a wedding stretch tent specialist, offering a stunning alternative to traditional marquees and tipis. Also providing bell tents for wedding glamping accommodation, Luna Marquees have you covered from day to night! As part of the Rural Wedding Company, they are perfect for outdoor weddings with a festival or boho theme. theruralweddingcompany.co.uk

HAMSWELL HOUSE

The romantic orangery and gardens of the award-winning Hamswell House make the ultimate setting for your wedding. Your marquee will be surrounded by 50 acres of gardens and private land with breathtaking panoramic views over the Hamswell valley. The venue is situated in the stunning Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Bath. hamswellhouse.co.uk

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Kilminorth is a one-of-a-kind venue, located in a 32-acre estate in the heart of beautiful Cornwall. Offering bespoke weddings yearround, Kilminorth is truly idyllic and perfect for couples looking for a unique celebration.

Your marquee will be nestled in wild meadows, an orchard and enchanting woodlands, along with 14 quaint Cornish cottages, which can be hired exclusively for your big day. kilminorthcottages.co.uk

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MISSENDEN ABBEY

Set amidst 10 acres of picturesque grounds, Missenden Abbey’s historic grandeur boasts exquisite features, including grand vaulted ceilings and ornate stained glass windows. Choose to have your special day in the magnificent marquee, overlooking impressive country views of the Chilterns, which can accommodate up to 150 guests. As the sun sets, the twinkling starlight canopy will enhance your perfect wedding celebrations for the perfect backdrop to say ‘I do’! missendenabbey.co.uk

PLAS DINAS

5* Plas Dinas Country House, the former home of the remarkable Lord Snowdon, offers ten individually styled bedrooms, beautiful grounds, the award-winning Gunroom Restaurant and attention to detail that rivals the best. Located in North Wales, they offer bespoke marquee celebrations designed around each couples’ love story. They feature amazing food, fabulous design and all take place on an exclusive use basis! plasdinas.co.uk

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Venues BROMYARD MARQUEE HIRE

Bromyard marquee hire is proud to offer you the very best service to make your event extra special. Offering large and spacious marquees, you’ll have plenty of room for you and all your guests! With the chance to add chandeliers and a dance floor, you can truly make a statement with your marquee as it transitions from day to night into the ultimate party space. bromyardmarqueehire.com

MOBILE PAVILION

Create the wow factor for your big day with a stunning mobile pavilion to hire for a truly romantic look! With the ability to seat up to 100 people, the ornate white and gold design is a gorgeous backdrop to your special day. With concealed colour changing lighting, a built-in sound system and flooring included in all packages, there are no hidden costs which we are sure is music to our couple’s ears! It’s a great way to make the day your own and add a touch of magic to your celebrations. mobilepavilions.co.uk

STARS UNDER CANVAS

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Based in Lincolnshire, Stars Under Canvas cover the East Midlands, Yorkshire and beyond. They specialise in creating pop up glamping villages for weddings, hen parties and proposals with a difference, allowing you and your guests to sleep under the stars, and do it in style! The star canvas bell tents add a unique festival vibe to your big day and are perfect for those hot summer weddings. They can set up anything from empty tents to luxury honeymoon suites, beautiful dressing rooms and quirky chill out zones – ideal for taking some time away from the festivities to soak in the day as a couple. starsundercanvas.co.uk

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Mobile Weddings • Parties • Events Seating capacity for up to 100 people Standing capacity for up to 200 people Standard and Deluxe packages available Bar packages available Mobile pavilion structure can be erected on grass or hard standing Suitable for all types of occasions weddings, parties, stage, corporate events Non slip flooring, sound system and concealed LED lighting included in all packages For more information or to make an enquiry please contact us:

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fter the ceremony and the food, all your guests are expected to be entertained, or what we like to refer to at Blame Her Ranch as “Weddingtainment”.

The old days of a simple band are long gone! Your options are truly unlimited. And, even allows you to go in one direction, but then change directions completely later in the evening.

People want to shake their bootie at a wedding. Here are some fun ideas: PIANIST: Entertainment is not just limited to postceremonial activities. We have seen many times at BHR, and at our daughter’s wedding, a pianist entertaining the guests at an opening cocktail party. You can customise the music selection to your favorites and also encourage guests to join in with the vocals. A slight twist on this is happening this summer at BHR with a harpist filling in for the ivory keys!

DJ DISCO: Everybody likes a disco and everyone enjoys a lively and entertaining DJ. Here at BHR, Randy’s Rentals offers complete DJ and music services that can be just as fun as live entertainment at a fraction of the cost. Add in the Magic Mirror Photo booth and you have pictures to commemorate the evening!

ORCHESTRA: For those wanting something a little more sophisticated and timeless, go with a 12-piece orchestra. I’ve been to many weddings where the black-tie orchestra plays everything from classics to today’s hits with such spirit and gusto, you will think you are back in the 50s dancing at the Copa Cabana!

THEMED BAND: When booking our son’s and daughter’s wedding at BHR, we engaged a music consultant and representative to help us with entertainment. The consultant brought forward over a 150 different bands ranging from Mariachi to Sole to Latin American street bands. Our new son-in-law picked a Cuban band which was very fun and lively, while our son selected a Columbian (his wife’s nationality)

Salsa singing and dancing group. As we mentioned earlier, we coupled this at the end of the evening with a rock DJ for a truly fun night!

COWBOY SWING: Of course at a ranch like BHR, Country Western is a big hit. What makes it extra special is the singa-long, two-step and other cowboy activities that bring life to the party.

KARAOKE: Save this one for later in the night and you’re bound to get even more brilliant, hilarious and enthusiastic results! Be sure to do a couple’s duet, but rehearse beforehand to “wow” your guests. Here at BHR, we have our own Karaoke system.

SINGING WAITERS: Here’s an idea we have not seen at the ranch, but love it. Singing waiters would totally surprise your guests while serving food to everyone. Putting on a little show while serving you would be truly memorable.

ROCKING WEDDING DANCE ROUTINE: Whether your bridesmaids surprise you with a pre-planned number, or your guests hotfoot it to the dance floor for the Cha Cha Slide, dance routines are always heaps of fun!

Weddingtainment takes some planning and thought. So start planning early and involve families and the wedding party! These eight ideas are just a start and have proven to be successful both at weddings at BHR and others I have attended. As the old saying goes, keep those guests saying, “Let’s Party Like It’s 1999”. WH BLAME HER RANCH IS AN EXCLUSIVE WEDDING VENUE NEAR SANTE FE IN NEW MEXICO. FIND OUT MORE AT BLAMEHERRANCH.COM OR @BLAMEHERRANCHSANTAFE

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From luxury spa breaks to vivacious hotel stays in the capital, these are the destinations promising nothing less than the best for brides-to-be

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Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Côte d’Azur

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THE LOWDOWN: Nestled in the hilltops of Vence, overlooking the French Riviera, hen locations don’t come more spectacular than the breathtakingly beautiful Château Saint-Martin, where brides-to-be can now enjoy a package dedicated to their special day. The day-long bridal shower experience begins with breakfast in the Saint-Martin restaurant, where you can soak up the panoramic views over mimosas, before recharging your batteries at the La Prairie Spa. Follow up with a three-course lunch and Champagne (naturally) with your girls amidst the century-old olive and lemon trees before relaxing in your private poolside cabana surrounded by fragrant lavender and finishing with an optional mani. This really has the makings of a genuinely memorable hen.

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HOW MANY HENS? The Bridal Shower package is suitable for up to 12 the chateau people. If you choose to stay, why not book one of the secluded villas (so secluded, you’ll need a car transfer) – one of which sleeps up to seven. Otherwise, the rooms in the main property are light and spacious – think parquet floors and luxury sunken baths.

ON YOUR DOORSTEP: If you can bring yourself to leave the comfort of the hotel and its stunning #nofilter views, the concierge can organise itineraries to help you explore Provence’s beautiful markets and chic beaches, as well as the surrounding hill towns packed with art galleries and local restaurants.

GO: Bridal shower experience from 298 euros per person, based on a group of four. This includes breakfast, three-course lunch, full use of the spa, and a private poolside cabana. Rooms from 760 euros, based on two sharing. oetkercollection.com/ fr/hotels/chateau-saint-martin

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Mama Shelter Shoreditch, London

THE LOWDOWN: Set in an achingly cool location, just off Hackney Road in the heart of East London, Mama Shelter Shoreditch has turned the budget hotel scene on its head, offering up cosiness, colour, and fun in abundance. It’s the curious blend of low-hanging lampshades and retro arcade machines, quirky hand-painted ceilings and colourful furnishings that give it its standout personality; mustard-yellow sofas and wicker armchairs are set against a backdrop of leafy green foliage and vintage pinball machines.

Having experienced this hotel with a hen party, one of the highlights of our stay was the food and drink. It’s fun to go out, but you’ll never be short of options if you choose to stay in. Grab brunch or dinner in the vibrant restaurant (the menu is French-inspired, but you’ll find pretty much anything your heart desires) before heading to the garden bar for a round (or two) of spicy margaritas. The atmosphere is warm and fun, and the service is as peppy as the décor – you just know the staff are there to ensure you all have a good time.

Post dinner or check-in, climb down to the basement to belt out power ballads without fear of being disturbed in one of two private karaoke rooms, enjoying snacks and drinks in between songs when The Vibe your vocal cords need a rest. And when the night comes to an end, pad back to your room, kick off your shoes, flop into your squishy bed and A funbask in the smugness of finding such a brilliantly priced gem.

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HOW MANY HENS? Since Mama Shelter Shoreditch has 194 rooms – each one filled with kitsch, playful details and all the modern amenities you could want from a cosy weekend stay (comfortable beds, raindrop showers, organic bath products and luxury linens) – the sky’s the limit when it comes to your guest list. The karaoke rooms have a maximum capacity of 15 people, however.

ON YOUR DOORSTEP: Simply strolling the streets of Shoreditch, soaking up its creative energy and mishmash of pop-up restaurants, eclectic boutiques, and excellent artisan coffee shops is a joy in itself. Mama Shelter is located a stone’s throw from Bethnal Green, Cambridge Health and Broadway Market, so you and your crew will never be short of things to do.

Pick out your favourite blooms at Columbia Road Flower Market, take a morning-after breakfast trip to Brick Lane institution Beigel Bake, get freak-shakes and vegan food at Box Park, or just embark on an epic pub crawl exploring the East End’s incredible array of watering holes.

GO: Rooms from £109 per night; mamashelter.com/london-shoreditch

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The Vibe A seaside spa retreat

THE LOWDOWN: A sprawling clifftop hotel with the dreamiest sea views from just about every window, including the spa, Mullion Cove is a four-star property overlooking the spectacular Lizard coastline. For zen hens, the hotel has teamed up with local dance and yoga specialist Golowi Wellbeing to offer a thrillingly immersive retreat that combines dance, yoga, walking and coldwater swimming. You’ll also get to enjoy the incredible spa – complete with hydrotherapy infinity pool, heated outdoor pool and hot tub, sauna, and post-treatment relaxation rooms.

HOW MANY HENS? The hotel boasts several rooms in the main property, but you’ll also find four Harbour (and a further four Harbour-View) apartments perched on the cliff just below, each sleeping between four and six people. Each one is striking, spacious and well-equipped, with cute coastal décor touches and uninterrupted sea views – perfect for sunsets, sundowners and even storm-watching.

ON YOUR DOORSTEP: Quite literally steps from the Southwest Coastal Path, Mullion Cove makes the perfect base from which to walk off the previous night’s cocktails. Go sea kayaking and seal spotting, explore some of Cornwall’s beautiful beaches, and potter around the town of Porthleven and its colourful quay and independent pubs. You can also enjoy a day out in nearby Falmouth, lining your stomach at Rick Stein’s Fish & Chips, located near the National Maritime Museum.

GO: Harbour View Apartments start from £1,049 per week, based on six sharing.

Three or four-night breaks also available. Dance Wellness Days start from £95 per person, including yoga, full use of the spa and a two-course lunch; mullion-cove.co.uk

Ash Yurt, Sussex

The Vibe Laidback glamping

THE LOWDOWN: Looking for a glamourous yet wholesome trip to the Great British countryside? Ash Yurt in picturesque East Sussex could be just the ticket. The canvas structure has all the comfort and convenience of a holiday cottage – kitted out with big beds and super-squishy sofas, a fully equipped kitchen, shower, and toasty underfloor heating. Outside you’ll find a well-maintained garden area complete with five-person hot tub. Yes please!

HOW MANY HENS? Two supremely comfortable bedrooms allow you to cram in four of your nearest and dearest. The super-king-sized bedroom on the ground floor sleeps two, while the magical upstairs sleeping area (complete with a clear rooftop dome) sleeps three.

ON YOUR DOORSTEP: Surrounded by little more than rolling hills and quiet country lanes, Ash Yurt is perfect for brides who like their party pads served with a side of chill.

The nearby towns of Uckfield, Heathfield, and Lewes, with their indie shops and postcard-perfect pubs are perfect for exploring, while Eastbourne and Brighton are just a 45-minute drive away if you want to catch some sea air.

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Hampton Manor

Take all the best bits of a UK minimoon – incredible food and wine, romantic woodland walks, stylish rooms with scenic views and a thoroughly modern house party vibe – and you’ll get some idea of what Hampton Manor is like. As you drive up the foliage-festooned driveaway this handsomely trad-looking property comes into view, featuring stone-coloured walls and resplendent period features. While inside, the rooms offer up the perfect mix of classic and modern – our suite was all richly-coloured crushed velvet and vibrant William Morris wallpaper. Downstairs, The Parlour has sofas to sink into, vinyl to spin and fires to kick off your shoes next to as you enjoy a cocktail whipped up by Hampton’s resident mixologist.

Food and fun are the aim: the estate boasts three restaurants – one of which, Peel’s, has a long-maintained Michelin star, and its tasting menu will no doubt be the highlight of your stay. And yet there’s something equally romantic about Smoke, further out on the estate, and its surrounding candlelit greenhouses and old vines – it’s the perfect place to share meat tenderly cooked over hot coals and a carafe of red wine.

By day, the walled gardens and surrounding woodland are stunning, so be sure to collect some Hunter wellies from the boot room to venture about in them, picking up a coffee and a pastry or two from the onsite artisan bakery. The towns of Solihull and Birmingham are a short drive away, so there’s plenty to keep you occupied outside of the estate, too. But when you’ve got the option of sipping Champagne in a bubbly bathtub with woodland views in your room, why would you want to leave?

Psst… Of course, you can tie the knot here, too. The spectacular courtyard and its glass-roofed atrium is just another jewel in Hampton Manor’s crown. hamptonmanor.com

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Ellenborough Park

Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, Ellenborough Park offers all you would need and more for a luxurious break or your perfect wedding day!

Set in 90 acres of country estate with 61 rooms, Ellenborough Park looks like its own fairytale village. The bedrooms, enhanced by natural light and beautiful furnishings, offer fabulous views across the grounds and beyond, with some overlooking the Cheltenham racecourse.

Built in the 15th century, The Grand Hall, with its wood panelled walls and open fireplace, makes the perfect spot to enjoy afternoon tea, while dining in the historic and intimate restaurant is a treat not to be missed. All of the dishes are created using the finest local ingredients and deliver outstanding meals to suit all tastes. There is something for everyone, but the smoked mackerel rillette with apple and charred gem was particularly delicious!

There are various outside spaces within the immediate grounds to be experienced, such as the al fresco dining carriages and plenty of areas to wander for a romantic stroll, handin-hand, with your significant other.

The outside pool and Indian-influenced spa is a welcoming treat during your stay, helping you to relax and unwind. You are in the right hands with the spa therapists, whether you are visiting for a much-needed escape from wedmin or on the day before the wedding.

Within the grounds, the hotel has its very own chapel and old stables have been converted into trendy mews with individual patios. Decorated with a classic colour palette that can be adapted to your style, beautiful indoor spaces abound for wedding celebrations and that's not to mention the picturesque outside areas for photographs.

The hotel boasts a 5-star rating and it is easy to see and feel that they are award winners.

With attention to detail in every area, Ellenborough Park exceeds expectations.

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Shangri-La at The Shard Standing at the bottom of The Shard and looking up at the 95 levels presents the dizzying realisation of the full height of the building. Checking into Shangri-La The Shard, which is on floors 34 to 52, we were sure to get a taste of the high life!

Arriving at our room, which boasted floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, we got our first glimpse of the city view below, spotting famous landmarks at every angle with the binoculars left out for us. Located on the 50th floor, we really did have our heads in the clouds. The bedrooms are all equipped with luxury amenities, including L’Occitane toiletries (that smell delicious), 300-thread-count Frette bed linens, a pillow menu, a fully stocked minibar, 40-inch LED television and a second television hidden in the bathroom mirror. A huge free-standing bath is positioned next to the window, for a relaxing soak while you watch the world go by.

For a totally unique experience head to the hotel's Sky Pool. On the 52nd floor, this is an infinity pool like no other. A calm oasis above the city, swim the length of the pool as airplanes come into land, float by the edge watching trains pull out of the station or relax in the sky-high sauna.

Dining in the hotel’s restaurant Ting we savoured mouth-watering dishes created using local ingredients with an Asian influence, overlooking the twinkling London lights. A meal here is the height of romance for minimooners.

You can even exchange vows above the clouds at Shangri-la The Shard. With a choice of ceremony and reception rooms, each with flawless views across London and its iconic landmarks, menus tailored to your requirements and a dedicated wedding team, the sky is the limit when it comes to making your day as unique and striking as the building you’ll be saying ‘I do’ in. the-shard.com

The Churchill

Steeped in authentic British charm, The Churchill offers a sophisticated stay in Marylebone, tucked behind Hyde Park and Oxford Street. The hotel honours Sir Winston Churchill with bespoke design details and refined décor that give a subtle nod to his life and legacy. We were warmly welcomed and wowed by the grand interiors of the lobby.

After a long day walking in London, retiring to the comfort of a 4.5 star hotel room is exactly what we needed. A soak in the huge tub with the complimentary Molton Brown toiletries was a treat for sore feet!

With a few hours to spare before our dinner reservation, a pit stop at the Regency Club lounge for complimentary tapas and alcoholic beverages was a must. With everything from ice cold rosé wine to fresh orange juice for the little ones. Our evening was made all the better with a reservation at The Montagu Kitchen. The restaurant is led by Executive Chef Roger Olsson and celebrates modern British cuisine.

The menu tells a story filled with familiar favourites cooked with precision and personality, offering an exciting and elevated dining experience. And what an experience it was! Before you leave The Churchill, if a morning workout is on the cards, visit their 24-hour fitness centre. Then fuel yourself up for another day in exciting Marylebone with a breakfast to top all hotel breakfasts! And if you love The Churchill as much as I do, you may just want to use one of their many event spaces for your big day. It offers the perfect blend of classic elegance and unrivalled hospitality for intimate ceremonies and grand receptions for up to 180 guests. With a wedding licence and privileged access to the picturesque gardens of Portman Square for wedding photos, enjoy a quintessential city wedding setting to say ‘I Do’.

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A trip of a lifetime should be the goal when it comes to planning your honeymoon. From other-worldly experiences to far-flung locations, start married life making mindblowing memories…

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Double up on the destination to create a swoon-worthy honeymoon itinerary. From safari tours to beachside bliss, or jungle treks to city heights… anything is possible.

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With so many tempting honeymoon destinations to choose from, why pick one when you could visit multiple? A twin-centre honeymoon allows you to create a unique itinerary across contrasting locations to maximise your time together. By visiting a few places, you can stay in different resorts, discover diverse scenery and tailor-make a dream getaway for two.

If you and your partner have different things in mind for a honeymoon, a twin-centre trip also suits couples who have opposite travel tastes. By visiting more than one city or island, you can create an ideal combination of action and R&R. From desert tours to glitzy

rooftop bars or serene temples to laidback beach days, your journey can be as individual as you are.

Whether you want to get to know more than one city in a country or take a flight from one country to the next, twin-centre honeymoons are your chance to get under the skin of a place and enjoy a taste of its unique culture. For long-haul trips, a great way to plan a twincentre honeymoon is to make the most of a stopover and stay a few nights between flights!

Here are our ‘best of both’ travel picks to get you in honeymoon mode, it’s time to plan the adventure of a lifetime…

Thailand & Bali: Jungle and Beach Visiting these two beautiful Asian countries creates the perfect twin-centre honeymoon itinerary for sun worshippers and culture seekers. Bali and Thailand combine natural beauty, tropical wildlife and fascinating heritage in abundance.

From temple-hopping to trekking to hill tribes in the rainforest and everything in between, no day is the same in these dynamic destinations. For couples looking for cultural immersion with a side portion of chill, a trip to Asia has it all.

ITINERARY IDEAS • Feed and bathe elephants at an ethical elephant camp in northern Thailand • Visit the Bangkok floating markets and enjoy an authentic Thai cooking class • Find your inner zen on a yoga retreat in Bali, surrounded by peaceful rice fields • Swim beneath waterfalls, learn to surf and climb the Mount Batur volcano in Bali • Party under the stars on the paradisiacal Gili Islands and stay to watch the sunrise

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Travel Where to Stay THE BANYAN TREE KRABI, THAILAND A tropical escape where the sapphire Andaman Sea meets talc-white sands and a lush jungle landscape, The Banyan Tree is a hidden oasis.

There are 72 suites and villas with private pools, a decadent spa and four restaurants including Bird’s Nest tables perched in the trees… dreamy! banyantree.com banyantree.com

THE BALÉ NUSA DUA, BALI This honeymooner’s paradise in Bali gives couples a holistic renewal for the body and mind. Experience true peace in one of the 29 modern pavilions with private gardens and pools, and enjoy the luxury of a 24-hour butler, spa treatments and candlelit dinners under the stars. thebale.com

Ibiza & Formentera: Party and Chill

Craving a dose of European sunshine with your love?

Heading to the Mediterranean Ocean makes a sensational island hopping escape for two. While Ibiza has the star-studded party appeal, it also promises luxury villas, crystal clear waters and rugged coastlines brimming with Baleriac beauty. The island of Formentera will complement your twin-centre escape perfectly. As Ibiza’s quieter sister, it’s blessed with some of Spain's longest and least-crowded beaches.

ITINERARY IDEAS • Book a boat tour around Ibiza’s enchanting coves including Cala Bassa and Cala Conta • Spend a day at a vibrant beach club and dance the night away to world-class DJ sets • Get lost in the charming winding streets of Ibiza Old Town, also called Dalt Vila • There’s nothing more romantic than a catamaran cruise and a barbecue at sunset • Wander through the white-washed villages of Formentera and sunbathe all day long!

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Where to Stay OKU IBIZA This luxury laidback retreat on the white isle is a nature-inspired oceanfront oasis with direct access to Cala Gracio bay. At OKU, the interiors are earthy and understated, the fusion cuisine is flavourful and the premium facilities include a resident DJ who always sets the perfect mood. okuhotels.com/oku-ibiza

GECKO HOTEL & BEACHCLUB, FORMENTERA With retro coastal décor, a yoga shala and an open-air Mediterranean restaurant, Gecko Hotel and Beach Club is the epitome of indoor-outdoor living. Situated directly on Mig jorn beach with breathtaking views of the Med, this 30-room boutique resort is the ultimate seaside sanctuary. geckobeachclub.com That castaway feeling is unbeatable on a honeymoon, which is why many couples choose to go to the Indian Ocean. Mauritius is an exotic island to the east of Madagascar, where rippling mountain ranges are circled by blonde sands and the big blue beyond.

Its French neighbour, Réunion, is just as magical and makes a beautiful stop-off on honeymoon. For volcanic hiking routes, high-quality rum cocktails and water sports galore, keep these islands on your radar.

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ITINERARY IDEAS • Visit the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden in Pamplemousses, Mauritius • Climb Le Morne Brabant, a World Heritage-listed mountain in southwest Mauritius • Explore the bustling Mauritian markets of Port Louis and tour the Chamarel rum distillery • Hike Réunion’s famous three cirques formed by the collapse of a shield volcano • Go canyoning down the Riviere de Roche through a volcanic gorge in Réunion

Travel Where to Stay VICTORIA BEACHCOMBER RESORT & SPA, MAURITIUS This stylish resort in northwest Mauritius has everything you need for a blissful honeymoon.

Complete with four restaurants, a soul-soothing spa and an exclusive adults-only section with swim-up rooms, you’ll have luxurious facilities at your fingertips and the ocean just steps away. beachcomber-hotels.com beachcomber-hotels.com

LUX SAINT GILLES, RÉUNION On the untouched west coast of Réunion, you’ll find the only luxury resort on the waterfront. The vibrant LUX Saint Gilles resort faces out onto a reef-protected lagoon, set among lush gardens with charming Creolestyle villas. It’s a private beachside haven to soak up the island’s secrets. luxresorts.com/fr/reunion/hotel/ luxsaintgilles

USA & Caribbean: Roadtrips and Relaxation ITINERARY IDEAS • Visit Yellowstone National Park, the world’s first, and therefore oldest, national park.

For adventurous couples who’d like to hit the highway on the ultimate American road trip, hiring a car is an incredible way to experience the destination and see less typical tourist areas. As well as the classic Route 66, there are stunning mountain states to drive through, as well as lunar-like deserts and worldrenowned vineyard regions. Once you’ve had your fill on the road, why not take off to the hot climes of the Caribbean, where the serenity of palm-fringed beaches and exquisite cuisine awaits.

• Have a go at bobsledding, ski jumping and zip-lining at the Utah Olympic Park • Hike the jaw-dropping Canyon Rim Trail at The Flaming Gorge in Wyoming • Stroll through Gustavia in Saint Barth’s, a small harbour town lined with chic boutiques • With 11 stunning beaches across 10 square miles, find your favourite sunbathing spot!

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Where to Stay AMANGANI, WYOMING Immersed in the foothills of the Grand Tetons, Amangani looks across the mountains and plains of the Snake River Valley in Wyoming.

Complementing the vast surrounding wilderness, this luxury resort embraces the spirit of the Old West and offers guests a back-to-nature experience. aman.com/resorts/amangani

HOTEL CHRISTOPHER SAINTBARTH Slow down to the pace of island life, where palm trees sway and the gentle trade winds blow away your worries.

Hotel Christopher is an elegant resort at Pointe Milou with 48 rooms and suites, sublime ocean views and enough Caribbean charm to make you want to stay forever. hotelchristopher.com/en

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Beachside in Barbados

Becci Clubb takes us on a journey around the Caribbean Island of Barbados…

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Dotted with colourful Chattel houses, fruit and vegetable stalls and fields of tall, swaying sugar cane, Barbados is a Caribbean gem. With average daytime temperatures of around 30 degrees year-round, coupled with light winds, this Caribbean island is one that you can visit at any time of year. Known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, as the birthplace of rum and home to superstar Rhianna, Barbados has so much to offer tourists and we couldn’t wait to start exploring.

During our visit, we ventured to the west, east and south coasts of the island and the difference between them is vast. The east coast is very rural, unspoilt and scarcely populated. The rough waves of the North Atlantic sea meet the coral reefs on this side of the island, making it unsafe for bathing and swimming, but breathtakingly beautiful. The south coast is perfect for surfing and, if you’re lucky, you might spot turtles swimming in the waves. Over on the west coast, golden sands are lapped by the gentle ripples of the Caribbean Sea. Said to be the more luxurious side of the island, the west coast is favoured by tourists and is more populated by the locals, too.

Now an independent country, Barbados was once part of the British Empire and because of this it has close ties to the British Monarchy, is English speaking and shares many of the UK’s public holiday dates.

When it comes to traditional meals though, there are some differences. Flying fish with a side of cou cou (a sort of savoury porridge made with cornmeal) is the national dish of Barbados. Flying fish – named because of the way it jumps out of the water with rigid ‘wings’ – is the most popular fish to catch on the island. Pork Souse is another traditional dish, made up of pickled pork usually served with sweet potato.

All of the beaches on the island are public, even if they appear to be in front of only one hotel. So if you fancy a day touring the coast you can hop on the Reggie bus for around 3.50 Barbados dollars (less than £2) and jump off when you see a sandy stretch to explore. All heading in and out of the capital, Bridgetown, the Reggie bus is the cheapest and easiest way to get around.

THINGS TO DO

HEAD TO OISTINS The historic fishing market attracts hundreds of visitors on Friday and Saturday nights, who come to enjoy local, traditional food and music. You can make your own way or book a tour through a tour provider.

CATAMARAN SNORKELLING CRUISE Enjoy a catamaran cruise from Bridgetown and sail along part of the west coast of the island, stopping at two snorkelling spots. The first to swim with turtles and rays and the second to explore shipwrecks that have become a thriving habitat for tropical fish. When you're back onboard, enjoy rum punch and lunch.

ISLAND SAFARI TOUR Off-road in an all-terrain jeep around the island. This scenic tour will take you off the beaten track to some key sights, including Bathsheba and Hackleton’s Cliff, with a knowledgeable tour guide.

HARRISONS CAVE Explore the underground limestone cavern from the comfort of an electric tram. Wind along the underground tunnels taking in the natural formations.

RUM TOUR Visit a rum distillery, find out about the production process and taste various flavours on an organised tour.

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THE CRANE

Best for fabulous rooms and suites and picturesque lagoon pools Located in the southeast of Barbados, world-renowned Crane Beach is flanked by dramatic cliffs and towering palm trees. White foamy waves break along the soft, pink-tinged sand creating a postcard-perfect beach scene.

Perched on the clifftop above the beach sits the oldest continually operating hotel in the Caribbean, The Crane. Built in 1887, The Crane is known for being the most historic, luxury hotel in Barbados. Over the years the resort has expanded to its current 252 luxurious residences and suites. From the outside, the resort’s suites are castle-like in their appearance, with imposing towers at all four corners of the coral-stone buildings.

Arriving at our suite, we were amazed by how spacious it was – a massive 1,607 square feet. We were staying in a One Bedroom Suite with a Plunge Pool, with views straight out to the Atlantic Ocean. The décor perfectly pairs 19th century grander (we had a huge mahogany four-poster bed and a bay window in the dining area finished with large wooden shutters) with modern touches, such as the spa shower and Jacuzzi bath. A fully equipped granite kitchen, living space with plush oversized sofas and dining table, kingsize bed and enormous bathroom made us feel at home. An expansive balcony complete with lounger beds and a round plunge pool gave us a glorious outside space with views across the resort and the sea. With the full selfcatering facilities, we could have easily stayed in our suite for the duration of our visit, soaking up the sun from the balcony, taking an occasional dip in the plunge pool to cool off, and relaxing in the apartment. But the resort has so much to offer that we were drawn back out…

At the centre of the resort, you’ll find The Crane Village, with paved walkways, oldfashioned street lights and shuttered windows.

Within the village there’s a grocery store (for you to stock up your suite’s kitchen), a couple of boutique shops, a kids’ club, and a selection of bars and restaurants – seven to be exact!

Dine in style at L’Azure restaurant overlooking the sea from its clifftop position. Feast on traditional Caribbean cuisine at breakfast and dinner. Serving gourmet Japanese and Thai dishes with equally fantastic sea views, Zen restaurant has an all-glass frontage and classic Japanese styling. I recommend trying the Sakura sushi, which you can watch the chef roll in the open sushi kitchen before the dish is brought to your

table. In the heart of the Crane Village, D’Onofrios serves authentic Italian dishes, while Bar 1887 offers a selection of Bajan tapas, cocktails, wines and beers. The Carriage House, once the official stable of the hotel, is a modern poolside bar, serving a selection of drinks and light dishes during the day. It’s safe to say, you won’t go hungry during your stay.

Access to the beach is at the far edge of the resort. Hop in the glass-fronted lift (the only one of its kind in the Eastern Caribbean) down to the pink-tinged sands. Named one of the world’s top ten beaches by ‘Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous’, Crane Beach is protected by a natural coral reef making it the perfect place to swim or body-board.

Dry off and soak up the sun while you enjoy a rum cocktail served in a coconut. If you get peckish head to Grove Bar and Grill, nestled within a coconut grove on the beach, for casual beachside dining or pay a visit to the village cafe and enjoy a delicious cake, speciality coffee, milkshake or homemade ice cream.

Set on the cliff edge overlooking the coastline and framed by a row of classic Doric columns is the resort’s Historic Pool. An adults-only oasis, unwind by the pool as you listen to the waves break below you. In the adjacent building is the Serenity Spa and just behind is the Historic Gardens where you can join clifftop yoga at sunrise. If you like to start your day with a workout, head to the resort village gym or the tennis courts for a quick game before breakfast. If you fancy a change of scenery, head to one of the other pools in the resort. The cascading, lagoon-style pool complex in the middle of the resort boasts four pools, which makes finding a sun lounger easy, but choosing your favourite spot tricky. One of our favourite spots was the alfresco jacuzzi pool. From here you can see across the lagoon pools and beyond to panoramic views of the big blue below.

You can tie the knot at The Crane with a choice of three ceremony spaces. The Clifftop Garden and The Historic Garden can both be set up for up to 150 guests. Say ‘I do’ overlooking the sea before enjoying a cocktail reception with your nearest and dearest. If you want to be right on the seashore, you can marry on the beach with 30 guests before heading to one of the gardens for your drinks reception. Ceremonies can take place every day excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays. After capturing romantic and scenic photographs you and your wedding party can head into The Crane Village to the Town Hall for your wedding breakfast. The stone building features arched doorways, white shutters and two sets of steps to the entrance that make another great spot for photographs. thecrane.com

Virgin Atlantic flies direct between London Heathrow and Barbados with return fares from £497 per person, including complimentary food, drink, inflight entertainment and taxes.

For further information visit www.virginatlantic.com or call 0344 8747 747. This fare is available for selected departures throughout 2022 and 2023 and is for seven nights. Prices given are correct as of 1st June 2022 and are subject to change.

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BEACH HOUSES

Best for seclusion and a taste of celebrity-style luxury Travelling further east, our next stop was Beach Houses. The Beach Houses are a row of luxury villas positioned right along the dramatic east coast, known for its more rugged terrain and dramatic coastline, giving unbeatable sea views from their water’s edge location. Skeetes Bay beach, a minute's walk down the road, is untouched without a sun lounger in sight! The rustic coastline is breathtakingly beautiful, but the Beach Houses Villas are anything but rustic.

As soon as we opened the front door into the villa we were blown away.

Wide bifold glass patio doors immediately show off the spectacular panoramic ocean outlook. We stayed in a one-bedroom Villa. The open plan kitchen and living area open up onto a spacious patio deck, complete with a dining table, loungers and – the piéce de résistance – a 37ft infinity-edge pool with a hot tub built into it. The bedroom, with a huge ensuite bathroom boasting a shower wet room and free-standing bathtub, also opens out onto the patio. Mornings here are blissful; slowly rising to the sound of the sea, grabbing a cup of tea and getting back into the king-size four-poster bed to watch the waves with the doors flung open and the warm breeze coming in. Snap out of your dozy state with a dip in the pool before enjoying breakfast on the patio.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a large quartz island, and in the garden you’ll find a barbecue, allowing you to cook up a storm. You can order your groceries and have them delivered to you, stocking up your cupboards for the duration of your stay without even leaving the villa. But for an extra treat, I’d recommend using the Villa Dining Delivery and ordering breakfast to your villa. The Morning Boost breakfast choice includes buttermilk pancakes with berry compete, syrup or cream, eggs your way, breakfast potatoes, and either bacon or sausage, plus yoghurt or fruit, toast and fruit juice.

There are delivery options for lunch and dinner too, including pizza delivery – best enjoyed poolside as the sun is setting!

Staying at Beach Houses also grants you privileged access to the amenities at the sister resort The Crane, including the restaurants, beach and spa.

Personal concierge services include car rentals, an in-villa private chef, spa services and island activities such as Catamaran cruises. beachhouses.bb

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SEA BREEZE

Best for a laid-back vibe and destination weddings

Set within 2.5 acres of tropical gardens, with towering coconut trees and brightly coloured bougainvillea, Sea Breeze Beach House is a charming all-inclusive boutique resort. As we walked into the resort through the garden, we quickly got feel for the hotel. The calm and friendly atmosphere is inviting and you’ll instantly sense all of your daily stresses melting away.

The hotel is situated right on Maxwell Beach. Soft white sands stretch the length of the hotel and beyond. Spend the day at the beach testing out the hotel’s variety of non-motorised water sports, including kayaking, surfing and snorkelling. During our stay, we experienced a Hobie Cat tour. We were taken out by one of the water sports team for a 20-minute tour, which saw us glide across the sparkling sea to the Oistins Pier and back again, jumping into the water to swim with a passing turtle on the way. If you prefer to kick back and relax, pull up one of the hotel’s sun loungers and relax on the beach, taking a refreshing dip in the sea and swimming out to the floating sundeck. As well as the beachfront, the hotel has three pools – a family pool, an adults-only pool and a third pool with in-water loungers beds – and a rum shack with garden benches, so you can choose your favourite location to soak up the Caribbean sunshine.

The resort is comprised of three buildings that were originally three different hotels. From the outside, they each have a different style, but inside they have all been refurbished to the same luxurious standard. Inspired by the Caribbean, the rooms are finished with sumptuous furnishings and a modern beach theme, which features across both of the room collections; the Classic Collection and the Luxury Collection. We were staying in an Oceanfront Junior Suite from the Luxury Collection. As we entered our suite we could hear steel pans being played outside, greeting us with a very authentic welcome! The open plan bedroom suite was decorated in turquoise blue hues, showing off the coastal theme. The floor-to-ceiling, glass doors opened up onto a large balcony with glass frontage, giving us uninterrupted sea views from both the balcony and our extra-comfy kingsize bed. Nothing beats

waking up to glorious sunshine and ocean views.

Five eateries at the hotel ensure you can find something delicious for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a full buffet breakfast in a choice of two restaurants, Mahogany Lounge and Aqua Terra. Lunch and snacks are available at the Flying Fish Bar & Grill or at the beach bar, Tipsy. If you prefer a full buffet lunch the Mahogany Lounge serves a selection of help-yourself dishes. Dinner is served at a choice of three restaurants, each offering a la carte menus that change daily – check out the day’s menu in the morning and book a table at the one that tickles your fancy.

In between meals there is an ice cream trike riding around the resort. A delicious and quiant afternoon tea is served on the garden terrace daily and Champagne and canapés beckon at the Aqua Terra terrace as the sun sets each evening. We were also treated to a beach barbecue during our stay. With festoon lights above us, the ocean to our side and our toes in the sand, we dined on barbecue favourites and enjoyed watching limbo dancers and fire eaters perform later in the evening. You can also book private dining and special tasting menus – perfect for celebrating proposals and anniversaries.

Although the boutique resort is relatively small – with 122 bedrooms – the wedding offering is vast. Choose from a selection of ceremony locations, including saying ‘I do’ in the hotel's bandstand, decorated with drapes and flowers, or on the beach with the waves breaking ahead of you. After the ceremony, there is a choice of reception locations and wedding breakfast ideas. At Sea Breeze Beach House you can make your island wedding everything you have dreamed of. Of all the options, this would be my choice… You walk down the steps onto the beach and make your way down the sandy aisle, lined with lanterns and tropical foliage arrangements. You say your vows in front of the rolling waves before you enjoy a drinks and canapés reception with your friends and family at Tipsy on the Beach. You and your guests can soak up the sea views, play beach games and capture gorgeous photographs before you head to Aqua Terra, which you have exclusively hired out for your wedding breakfast, set up with round tables. Located at the far the edge of the hotel, you can enjoy privacy while you dine at Aqua Terra, before making speeches and dancing the night away as the stars twinkle overhead. sea-breeze.com

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WAVES HOTEL AND SPA Best for a relaxing vibe, calm ocean dips and stunning views

On the platinum west coast of Barbados, Waves Hotel & Spa is a stunning wellness hotel. Favoured for its calmer waters, the west of the island is met by the Caribbean Sea. Walking down the steps into the hotel reception you will feel a sense of calm wash over you as you get your first glimpse of the crystal clear waters below. Our first thoughts? Just wow!

The beach here is a serene oasis. Boarded by trees, large white parasols offer shade to large comfortable loungers. At the water's edge waves ripple gently on the shore. As you bathe in the sunshine, the hotel team come around every so often to offer you a spritz of cooling body mist, hand you a refreshing ice lolly or frozen grapes and take drink orders from the comfort of your lounger. The service here is next level. While away a few hours in paradise with a mindful Waves colouring book or, for those looking for activities, there are regular classes including yoga, beach walks and water aerobics. A whole host of water sports await you, from tranquil paddle boarding to the more thrill-seeking banana boat rides.

Back upstairs and in the hotel, head to Kyma, the hotel’s cafe, for speciality coffees, milkshakes, cakes, ice creams and light bites. Enjoy the refreshments on the terrace as you take in the shimmering sea views. It really is peaceful here and the water is postcard-perfect.

The hotel has a family pool with luxurious canopy beds on the main side of the hotel, but don’t miss the adults-only pool, which is across the road from the main building. This tranquil area is also home to the hotel’s spa. I indulged with the Waves Signature Scent Scrub followed by a Good to Go Massage. The treatment started with choosing the scent that was most in line

with what my body needed, then the expert therapist started the relaxing rituals. After my treatment, I spent some time at the spa pool surrounded by lush gardens, it is so very peaceful.

Across the road you will also find the Shisho restaurant, serving Asian inspired cuisine. And, in the main part of the hotel, Seascape restaurant serves a variety of Mediterranean inspired dishes, in either a buffet dining style or an a la carte menu depending on the day you dine.

The boutique hotel has 70 eco-chic hotel rooms and suites.

The rooms are decorated in soft blues and creams, creating a zen-like atmosphere. Retreat to your own private sanctuary, soaking up the sea views from your balcony with a glass of wine or one of the hotels signature cocktails.

Part of the Elegant Hotels group, you can jump on the water taxi to any of the four Elegant Hotels on the west coast and spend the day at a different resort if you fancy a change of scenery or want to spend some time at a different beach.

During our stay, we also headed out to the newly opened Positano Restaurant. A short drive away, but still part of the Elegant Hotels group, Positano serve a range of authentic Italian delights. While browsing the menu, another table recommended I try the Caciucco Toscano, a Tuscan seafood stew, and it definately didn’t disappoint!

Plan your wedding with the hotel’s professional planners, choosing from a range of thoughtfully curated packages, and relax in the knowledge that they can help you organise your big day. By the time you set off, all of the finer details will be confirmed and you’ll be ready to tie the knot in front of the azure Caribbean Sea! all-inclusive.marriott.com/waves-hotel-spa-byelegant-hotels

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O2 BEACH CLUB

Best for delicious dining, cocktails and an out-of-this-world spa The final leg of our trip took us to Barbados’ newest luxury all-inclusive hotel, O2 Beach Club. From the moment we checked in, we were made to feel like VIP guests. Positioned right on the pristine, white sand of Dover Beach, O2 Beach Club has a modern, luxury beach club aesthetic, with brightly coloured parasols in pink and orange, large luxury sun loungers and inviting pools featuring swim-up bars. St Lawrence Gap, more commonly known as ‘The Gap’, is the area that you’ll find the hotel. A stretch of road dotted with fine restaurants and lively bars, enjoy an evening on The Gap before retiring to your chic and comfortable bedroom.

Our Luxury Oceanfront Junior suite was on the sixth floor, giving us great views over the sea and across the coastline. Our open plan suite was beautifully decorated in fuchsia pink and grey, the hotel’s signature colours, with a huge fuchsia rug taking centre stage.

Spacious and elegant, the bathroom was equipped with a free-standing bathtub, power shower and The White Company toiletries. As the sun set one evening, we sat on our balcony loungers with a bottle of Prosecco and watched turtles bobbing in and out of the waves – a magical and unforgettable moment.

The hotel features three large pools. Two wind around the complex and have swim-up bars, and a third is on the 8th-floor roof deck terrace. Spend your days sun lounger hopping, moving from the beach to the pool to the rooftop and deciding on your favourite space to enjoy the sun. If you’re looking for the perfect area to enjoy cocktails as the sun sets, there is a second decked terrace area with soft sun beds and two whirlpool hot tubs with views over the pool and beach – I tried and tested this and I can confirm sipping a watermelon cooler from the hot tub watching the sun set on another beautiful day in Barbados is as dreamy as it sounds.

At O2 Beach Club you can get involved in a range of activities

including daily ‘How To’ classes (which can be anything from how to make crab cakes to how to play steel pans – a skill I tried to perfect with @keimk_music during the trip!), sip and paint classes (learning to paint, while sipping cocktails in front of the beach with @paintandgroove) and non-motorised water sports.

The food choices here are delicious. The all-inclusive hotel has a variety of exceptional dining options. Elements restaurant serves a wonderful buffet-style breakfast (try the French toast!) and lunch, with both indoor and outdoor seating. In the evening the restaurant offers a la carte dining or buffet dining, depending on the day, and is positioned in the perfect spot for watching the hotel’s evening entertainment from your table. Oro restaurant is on the 9th floor, with floor to ceiling windows offering panoramic views across the sea. A unique fine-dining experience, Oro serves dishes with a modern fusion of European cuisine with a Caribbean twist.

I was very excited to try lobster tail for the first time and it was exceptional. Bluefin is a beachside bar and grill offering lunch and dinner, while Brisa is a rooftop tapas and cocktail lounge.

On the 8th floor is one of the very best hotel spas I have visited. The relaxation areas and treatment rooms of Acqua Spa look out across the coast, giving you the perfect calming blue environment to unwind in. Choose a luxurious treatment from the spa menu (I recommend the couples massage for honeymooners) and leave feeling rejuvenated. We enjoyed the massage followed by a Hammam Ritual Bajan Body Revivor. The Hammam taps into Middle Eastern tradition and our session included a body scrub, mask and moisturising oil to self-apply while we were relaxing in the steam.

A dedicated wedding and events team can make your big day dreams a reality. With a selection of areas for your ceremony and reception, delicious wedding breakfast options and luxury accommodation for you and your guests, you can make your day totally unique and perfect for you. o2beachclubbarbados.com

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Greek Island Hopping Hideaways Soak in the sights, smells and colours of these gorgeous Grecian islands with our go-to island hopping guide!

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fter the whirlwind of wedding planning, jetting off on a dream island hopping escape with your love will help you unwind and ease into your next chapter together. With guaranteed good weather during the summer and a kaleidoscope of colourful coastal towns, sun-soaked beaches and nutritious gastronomy, Greece is a Mediterranean honeymoon magnet.

Showcasing different characters and atmospheres, but united by their heavenly Aegean beauty and romantic charm, the Greek islands provide an unrivalled European adventure for two. Here are our recommended Greek getaways for those with a honeymoon on the horizon.

Cali Mykonos Launching in July 2022, Cali Mykonos is an exciting new addition to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos, overlooking the dazzling blue ocean. Complete with a private stretch of coastline by Kalfati Beach and 40 individually appointed villas with expansive sea views, it’s a secluded cove of luxury between two beautiful mountainous outcrops.

Each of the suites at Cali Mykonos has an infinity pool and a spacious patio, to create a relaxing indoor-outdoor environment where evenings can be spent sipping cocktails while a skilled chef prepares an exquisite meal in the comfort of your villa.

Other dining options include a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and a sleek sushi bar serving fresh local seafood.

Beyond the beckoning call of the sun lounger in your private oceanfront oasis, guests can indulge in the state-of-the-art gym and spa with its steam, ice and salt rooms, as well as tours to the local beaches via yacht, speedboat or helicopter. Cali Mykonos is a calming coastal sanctuary where the sky is truly the limit for couples on their honeymoon. calimykonos.com WEDDINGSANDHONEYMOONSMAGAZINE.COM

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Lindos Village Rhodes The Greek island of Rhodes is cherished for its idyllic beaches, centuries of knightly heritage and 300 days of sunshine per year. Poised proudly above Vlycha Bay and its stunning sandy beach, Lindos Village Resort & Spa is an adults-only all-inclusive resort that honours the beauty of its surroundings. With a breathtaking backdrop of the Aegean Sea and a spacious design, honeymooners feel at home here from the moment they step over the threshold.

The majority of the light and airy suites feature a balcony, private pool and cosy daybeds, giving you the perfect place to sit back and relax with a page-turning novel.

A picturesque ‘floating breakfast’ platter can also be delivered to your pool each morning, giving you a perfectly Instagrammable moment as the sun rises high in the sky.

Elivi Skiathos Perched high on the southwestern tip of Skiathos overlooking the crescent of Koukounaries Beach and the sparkling Aegean Sea, Elivi Skiathos is harmoniously embedded in the hills. Otherwise known as the emerald island of the Sporades, this 5-star resort aims to protect the island’s reputation as an untouched green oasis, where vast olive groves, pine forests and an established nature reserve continue to flourish.

With considered construction methods, the team behind Elivi Skiathos have restored this heritage Xenia hotel to its former glory by fitting innovative eco-technology, such as presence detectors to reduce power wastage, and geothermal airconditioning, LED lights and water-saving taps. Elivi Skiathos has a sleek sustainable design with low environmental impact.

In addition to a chlorine-free pool with an infinity edge, the resort has direct access to four of the best beaches on the island and swift golf buggies that can transport you from poolside to the shoreline in minutes. Other premium facilities include tennis courts, an outdoor yoga studio, a gym and four restaurants to delight the senses. Elivi is the epitome of romance. elivihotels.com

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To rebalance the mind and body, couples often gravitate towards the Evridiki spa to enjoy the sauna and hot tub facilities as well as the tempting menu of facials and tailored massages provided by highly experienced therapists. Lindos Village Resort & Spa is a haven of wellbeing, where you’ll leave feeling utterly revitalised. lindos-village.gr

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Laze Restaurant Santorini Immersed in stunning volcanic surroundings, Laze Restaurant in Santorini is an exquisite summer venue with a boho look and feel. Set in a private location by the beach of Baxedes, it’s a lush seaside venue where comfortable loungers await, a tantalizing gastronomic menu is served and a refreshing ocean breeze cools the air.

If you’re looking for a romantic meal for two, an intimate dinner for your close family and friends or a cocktail party for your wedding reception, Laze Restaurant in Santorini can be adapted to suit your requirements. The friendly staff will go the extra mile to make you feel welcome so that you can enjoy the true Laze experience and create lasting memories together.

From noon until night, Laze Restaurant is the ultimate beach hangout where summer flavours and serene views of the sunset come together in harmony.

With its exclusive pool, chic central bar and heavenly sea views, Laze Restaurant is a magical setting to celebrate your love. laze.gr

Spicy Bites, Santorini Finding the perfect destination wedding caterer can be a tricky task with distance and language barriers, but Spicy Bites in Santorini has the expertise and flair to create the wedding menu and reception décor of your dreams.

As an established catering company with 15 years of experience, they bring organisation, logistics and enthusiasm to every project.

Couples love Spicy Bites’ delicious menus and the creative passion that they bring to the table. Using locally sourced and sustainable produce, the team curate exciting culinary experiences that taste as good as they look.

Incorporating all of your dietary requirements and preferences, they’ll serve a meal that’s perfect for you and your celebration theme.

Spicy Bites are a catering company with the flexibility to accommodate all of your needs, from a meal on a remote beach to drinks and canapés on an enchanting balcony overlooking the volcanic caldera. The team are not fazed by challenging event locations and they will do their utmost to make your event a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. spicybites.gr

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A rejuvenating tropical escape for two awaits at the all-inclusive Waves Hotel & Spa by Elegant Hotels in Barbados, nestled on a stunning stretch of platinum-sanded coastline. Whether a honeymoon, wedding, elopement, vow renewal, or holiday to rekindle the romance, Waves sets the scene to create beautiful memories together.

With lush tranquil surroundings, unparalleled personalised service and a host of treatments available at the spa, poolside, oceanfront or in-room, Waves is destined to help couples relax into those first few days of married bliss. Wedding-weary travelers can enjoy a complimentary sensory treatment as part of their stay, with a choice of traditional massage, facials, wraps and invigorating salt scrubs – and even a signature ritual where two massage therapists synchronise rhythmic movements.

This month we have teamed up with Waves Hotel & Spa to bring you the chance to win five nights in a chic, sanctuary-like Oceanfront Room, with natural accents, stunning ocean views, and luxurious spa products from Elemental Herbology. Yoga mats are on hand for a quick session whenever the mood strikes, but winners also can zen out with group classes, Pilates lessons, water aerobics and group beach walks. Alternatively, lazy days can be

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spent together on the pristine beach or by the adults-only pool with a mindful Waves colouring book.

Thrill-seeking newlyweds can enjoy a plethora of complimentary activities such as mixology classes, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, hobie cat sailing, water-skiing and banana boat rides, with professional instructors on hand. For those keen to soak up a little Bajan culture, the concierge can arrange island tours to historic churches and rum shops, a shuttle to the iconic Oistins Fish Fry, or a catamaran cruise to snorkel with turtles*.

Healthy fare includes Mediterranean dishes at Seascape, Asian-style cuisine at Shiso and light bites at the Kyma café – or for that special moment, an intimate sunset dinner for two on the sand*. With Elegant Hotels’ unique Stay at One, Play at Many concept, guests can also experience the restaurants and facilities at select sister properties – most of which are accessible by a complimentary water taxi from the resort. As part of the prize, winners will also have the opportunity to dine at the newly-opened Positano Restaurant in Holetown, which serves coastal Italian fare, from freshly-caught frutti di mare, to handmade pastas and oven-fired pizzas.

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Prize includes 5 nights at Waves Hotel & Spa for two people on an all-inclusive basis, based on sharing an Oceanfront Room, and an external dinner at Positano Restaurant • Prize includes government room levies and taxes • Prize does not include flights, airport transfers or any other expenses • Prize is valid for travel until 10/08/23 • Preferred travel dates must be submitted by 10/05/23 •Travel dates are subject to availability. Blackout dates: 22.10.2022 – 06.11.2022, 15.12.2022 – 04.01.2023, 11.02.2023 – 19.02.2023, 01.04.2023 – 16.04.2023 • Prize is non-negotiable, non-transferable and non-refundable • No cash alternative is available • Additional nights can be added to the booking at the best available rate • Competition closes 11/08/22 • Further terms and conditions can be found on our website weddingsandhoneymoonsmagazine.com.

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WEDDING PLANNER Twelv. Events Alliance uniquelytwelv.com 07780 585171

PHOTOGRAPHY

Hayley Fraser Photography weddingsbyhayleyandcraig.com 01358 761210

THE DRESS

Heritage Boutique fb.com/HeritageBoutiqueuk 07794 079787

THE RING

LumoBlue lumoblue.co.uk 07951 360789

LOOKING GOOD

RR Makeup fb.com/rachelrobertsonmakeup 07526 726267

FLOWERS

Sakura sakuraflorist.co.uk 07792 720100

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Eagle Wedding Cars fb.com/EagleWeddingCars 01224 784440

THE CAKE

Gorgeously Sweet Cake Emporium

gorgeously-sweet-cake-emporium.business.site

07904 470721

STATIONERY

From Forty Five instagram.com/fromfortyfive/ 07850 518051

CATERING

Kate’s Bespoke Catering katesbespokecatering.com 07873 633360

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners

johnlewis.com/our-shops/edinburgh

0131 556 9121

THE CELEBRANT

Karen Farquhar Celebrant aberdeencelebrant.co.uk 07950 792920

THE MUSIC

Gordon Cooper Piano gordoncooperpiano.co.uk 07708 072108

MARQUEE HIRE

Esslemont Marquees fb.com/EsslemontMarquees/ 07729 875441

GIFTS & FAVOURS Andersons at No. 8 andersons8.com 01346 518171

WEDDING VENUES Glen Tanar Estate glentanar.co.uk 01339 886451

WEDDING PLANNER

Celebre Weddings & Events celebre-events.co.uk 07738 936043

PHOTOGRAPHY

Nicola MacQueen nicolamacqueenphotography.co.uk 07814 453702

THE DRESS

Satin & Silk Bridal

satin-and-silk-bridal-boutique.ueniweb.com

07939 112158

THE RING

LumoBlue lumoblue.co.uk 07951 360789

LOOKING GOOD

RR Makeup fb.com/rachelrobertsonmakeup 07526 726267

FLOWERS

Sanpado facebook.com/sanpadopetals 01356 622219

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Eagle Wedding Cars fb.com/EagleWeddingCars 01224 784440

THE CAKE

Cake Addict facebook.com/CakeAddict 07904 470721

STATIONERY

From Forty Five instagram.com/fromfortyfive/ 07850 518051

CATERING

Kate’s Bespoke Catering katesbespokecatering.com 07873 633360

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners

johnlewis.com/our-shops/edinburgh

0131 556 9121

THE CELEBRANT

Karen Farquhar Celebrant aberdeencelebrant.co.uk 07950 792920

THE MUSIC

Danger Zone Wedding Band dangerzoneweddingband.co.uk 07708 072108

MARQUEE HIRE

Esslemont Marquees fb.com/EsslemontMarquees/ 07729 875441

GIFTS & FAVOURS

Made at 94 wedding.madeat94.com 01382 339640

| BATH - N/E SOMERSET WEDDING VENUES Wick Farm Bath wickfarmbath.co.uk 01225 722238

VENUE STYLIST

Ambience Venue Styling Bath ambiencevenuestyling.com 07855 309868

PHOTOGRAPHY

Maple & Fleur mapleandfleur.com 07935 400789

THE DRESS

Jacqueline’s Bridal Boutique jacquelinesbridalboutique.co.uk 07919 343123

THE RING

Jody Cory Goldsmiths jodycory.co.uk 01225 460072

LOOKING GOOD

Leanna Biggs leannabiggsmakeupandhair.com 07739 466156

FLOWERS

Goldfinch Floral Studio goldfinchfloralstudio.co.uk 07858 393853

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Lillytilly ltd lillytilly-ltd.business.site 07891 493810

THE CAKE

Heidi’s Cakes

heidiscakesbath.co.uk

07778 222600

STATIONERY

Hunter Gatherings hunter-gatherings.com 07791 960632

CATERING

Ebbie’s Kitchen ebbieskitchen.co.uk/ 07782 369896

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

Jacqueline’s Bridal Boutique jacquelinesbridalboutique.co.uk 07919 343123

THE CELEBRANT

Kit Handford Ceremonies kit-handford-ceremonies.co.uk/ 01225 240218

THE MUSIC

SJT Roadshow sjtroadshow.co.uk 07762 144099

MARQUEE HIRE

Symposia Marquees symposiamarquees.com 07813 543251

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0117 959 1100

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Glen Tanar Estate glentanar.co.uk 01339 886451

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| BEDFORDSHIRE WEDDING VENUES Crescent Hall crescenthall.co.uk 01582 723386

WEDDING PLANNERS Champink champink.uk 07881 614252

PHOTOGRAPHY Big Little Dreams

biglittledreamsphotography.co.uk

07986 451317

THE DRESS

New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk . 07496 631318

THE RING

Jodie Gearing jodiegearing.com 07906 606612

LOOKING GOOD Kelly Marie Prescott

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07788 793484

FLOWERS

Harpur Centre Florist harpurcentreflorist.co.uk 01234 218761

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Westways Carriages brunswickcarriagehorses.co.uk 07597 979754

THE CAKE

Amara Cake Boutique amaracakeboutique.co.uk 07803 316629

STATIONERY

Tiggity Boo tiggityboo.co.uk 07703 481980

CATERING

Montys’s Gin Bar montysginbar.co.uk 07714 089093

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

Cream of Royston creamfashions.com 07813 086331

THE CELEBRANT

Wholehearted Ceremonies wholeheartedceremonies.co.uk 07944 494420

THE MUSIC

Nigel Hammond Music nigelhammondmusic.com 07786 193525

MARQUEE HIRE

Intents Marquees intents-marquees.co.uk 01788 511791

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THE DRESS

Little London Brides littlelondonbrides.co.uk 07766806759

THE RING

Simeon’s Jewellery simeonsjewellery.shop 07712 813326

LOOKING GOOD

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STATIONERY

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CATERING

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MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0118 957 5995

THE CELEBRANT

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NightLights DJ & Event nightlights.co.uk 0118 945 4137

MARQUEE HIRE

Cascade Events Ltd marquee-tent-hire.co.uk 0118 931 0194

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THE DRESS

Bride at Home brideathome.co.uk 0117 956 8068

THE RING

Titcombe Bespoke Jewellery johntitcombe.co.uk 0117 973 3178

LOOKING GOOD

Bristol Wedding Hair bristolweddinghair.co.uk 07779 297914

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Berries and Blossom berriesandblossomflorist.co.uk 0117 909 0217

ARRIVE IN STYLE Certus Cars certuscars.co.uk 07796 306910

THE CAKE

Posh and Cake poshandcake.co.uk 07947 778028

STATIONERY Topikki topikki.co.uk 07771 613375

CATERING

Ebbie’s Kitchen ebbieskitchen.co.uk 07782 369896

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Bride at Home brideathome.co.uk 0117 956 8068

THE CELEBRANT

Janey the Celebrant janeythecelebrant.co.uk 07929 665921

THE ENTERTAINMENT

Adrian Pritchard Close-up Magician facebook.com/Aidimagic 07795 338654

MARQUEE HIRE

The Country Marquee Company countrymarqueecompany.co.uk 07814 448598

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0117 959 1100

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WEDDING PLANNERS Spot On Event spotonevent.co.uk 01908 597 449

PHOTOGRAPHY Big Little Dreams

biglittledreamsphotography.co.uk

07986 451 317

THE DRESS

New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk 07496 631 318

THE RING

BWR London bwr-london.co.uk 01908 618901

LOOKING GOOD Kelly Marie Prescott

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07788 793 484

FLOWERS

The Daisy Chain daisy-chainflorist.co.uk 01844 346 445

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Wedding – Car.co.uk wedding-car.co.uk/default.aspx 07578 038 491

THE CAKE

Bev’s Cakes bevscakes.co.uk 07778 042 196

STATIONERY

Anna Jayne annajaynedesigns.co.uk 01296 252 972

CATERING

Cocktailmaker cocktailmaker.co.uk 01494 786 969

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk 0118 957 5995

THE CELEBRANT

Nicola West ceremoniesbynicola.co.uk 07958 163 670

THE MUSIC

Nigel Hammond Music nigelhammondmusic.com 07786 193 525

MARQUEE HIRE

Intents Marquees intents-marquees.co.uk 01788 511 791

SPECIAL TOUCHES MK Paw Patrol mkpawpatrol.co.uk 07737 633 837

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| CAMBRIDGESHIRE WEDDING VENUES Woodhurst Grange

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Liz Greenhalgh lizgreenhalgh.co.uk 07739 853 413

THE DRESS

SNOB susannicholasbridal.co.uk 01354 680 077

THE RING

Matt Powell Fine Jewellery mattpowelljewellery.co.uk 07540 428 849

LOOKING GOOD

Katrina Kelly katrinakellyweddinghair.com 07786 501 016

FLOWERS

Gin House Flowers ginhouseflowers.co.uk 01223 656 670

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Townies Carriage Hire towniescarriagehire.co.uk 07957 503 426

THE CAKE

Keen for Cakes keenforcakes.co.uk 07861 790 915

STATIONERY

Sally Creates sallycreates.co.uk 07834 636 934

CATERING

Crown Catering Cambridge crowncateringcambridge.com 01638 507 702

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

Cream of Royston creamfashions.com 07813 086331

THE CELEBRANT

Brenda Woods Celebrant

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THE MUSIC

David Lindsay Saxophonist davidlindsay-musician.com 07598 739 114

MARQUEE HIRE

Magical Events magicaleventsltd.co.uk 01362 637 483

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THE DRESS

Along Came Eve alongcameeve.com 01244 310 700

THE RING

Elizabeth Terzza elizabethterzza.com 07837 416 154

LOOKING GOOD

Poppy Michelle poppymichelle.co.uk 07834 772 764

FLOWERS

Flowers by Jemma Holmes flowersbyjemmaholmes.co.uk 01617 372 322

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Red Carpet Cars redcarpetweddingcars.co.uk 01244 980 888

THE CAKE

Cheshire Cakes by Kate

cheshirecakesbykate.wordpress.com

07852 714 109

STATIONERY

Say it with print sayitwithprint.co.uk 07969 076 561

CATERING

Graze Cheshire grazecheshire.co.uk 07921 504 480

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0161 491 4914

THE CELEBRANT

JMW Family Celebrant

jmwsouthmanchestercelebrant.co.uk

07549 519 018

THE MUSIC

Emma Mawdsley Vocalist

facebook.com/emawdsleyvocalist

07732 347329

MARQUEE HIRE

Big Day Event and Tipis bigdayevent.co.uk 01513538735

SPECIAL TOUCHES Dancebasics

m62807.wixsite.com/dancebasics

01270 669 084

WEDDING VENUES

Trenderway trenderwayweddings.co.uk 01503 272 214

WEDDING PLANNERS

Out Of The Ordinary outoftheordinaryweddings.com 07900 954 051

PHOTOGRAPHY

Mckenzie-Brown mckenzie-brown.com 0784 659 0458

THE DRESS

Coastal Bridal coastalbridal.co.uk 07476 099 959

THE RING

Stephanie Stevens stephaniestevensjewellery.co.uk 07817 239 895

LOOKING GOOD Kerra Griffith kerragriffith.com 07938 802 670

FLOWERS

In 2 Flowers in2flowers.co.uk 01637 838 270

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Honey Bugs honeybugscornwall.co.uk 01209 822 383

THE CAKE

Craftycakehole craftycakehole.co.uk 07948 206 639

STATIONERY

English Rose englishrosestationery.com 07747 107 337

CATERING

The Good Food Catering thegoodfoodcateringco.co.uk 01840 211 118

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01392 284 150

THE CELEBRANT

Cornish Celebrants cornishcelebrants.co.uk 07716 992 526

THE MUSIC

John Green Dynamic Entertainments

johngreendynamicentertainments.co.uk

0797 051 9161

MARQUEE HIRE Wild Tipi wildtipi.co.uk 0786 078 5780

GIFTS & FAVOURS

The Cornish Store thecornishstore.co.uk/ 01326 315514

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Watermouth Cove Weddings watermouthcoveweddings.co.uk 07768 555 006

WEDDING PLANNERS Meraki Events merakievents.co.uk 07828 808 647

PHOTOGRAPHY

Mike Lister Photography mikelisterphotography.co.uk 07815 141 779

THE DRESS

Amica Bridal Boutique amicabridalboutique.com/ 01752 214 040

THE RING

Erin Cox erincox.co.uk 01392 660836

LOOKING GOOD

April Natalie Hair Studio aprilnataliehair.co.uk 07845 006 816

FLOWERS

Simply Flowers simplyflowersdevon.com 01626 833 373

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Exclusive Wedding Car exclusiveweddingcar.co.uk 07721 404 943

THE CAKE

Denise’s Little Cake Company deniseslittlecakecompany.co.uk 07880 732 020

STATIONERY

English Rose englishrosestationery.com 07747 107 337

CATERING

Camilla Sharpe Creative Cookery camillasharpecreativecookery.com

07970 419 140

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01392 284 150

THE CELEBRANT

Celebration Ceremonies SW

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The Mere Resort themereresort.co.uk 01565 830 155

| CORNWALL

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| CHESHIRE

celebrationceremoniessouthwest.com

0787 076 3304

THE MUSIC

John Green Dynamic Entert.

johngreendynamicentertainments.co.uk

07970 519 161

MARQUEE HIRE Big Top Mania bigtopmania.com 07768 498090

GIFTS & FAVOURS

Grace & Favour Home graceandfavourhome.com 01626 437 676

| DORSET

WEDDING VENUES

Symondsbury Estate symondsburyestate.co.uk 01308 424 116

WEDDING PLANNER Gemini Wedding

geminiweddingandplanningservices.co.uk

01202 015 489

PHOTOGRAPHY

Ashley Hamilton Photography ashleyhamiltonphotography.co.uk 07481 686 262

THE DRESS

Stephanie Francis Bridal stephaniefrancisbridal.co.uk 01202 241 8445

THE RING

Charlotte Cornelius charlottecornelius.co.uk 07880 705 981

LOOKING GOOD Amazing Face amazing-face.co.uk 07919 130 222

FLOWERS

Floral Vocation

facebook.com/pg/floralvocation/posts

07872 028 264

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Just Married Beetle Hire justmarriedbeetlehire.co.uk 07460 269 096

THE CAKE

Magically Crafted Cakes magicallycraftedcakes.com 07472 538 053

STATIONERY

Sophie Botsford sophiebotsford.com 07949 847 940

CATERING

Salisbury Hog Roasts salisbury-hog-roasts.co.uk 07768 895 100

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

Fab Frocks

fabfrocks.co.uk

01202 765 32

A TOUCH OF LUXURY Manhattan Wedding Cars manhattancarhire.co.uk 07522 830641

THE MUSIC

Keysworth String Quartet keysworth.co.uk 01258 881 438

MARQUEE HIRE

Regency Marquees regencymaquees.com 01249 760 302

LUXURY CLOTHING

Dawn Clarke Designs dawnclarkedesigns.co.uk 07740 986 231

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WEDDING PLANNERS Monet Events monetevents.co.uk 01277 295570

PHOTOGRAPHY Tom Halliday tomhalliday.com 0792 1995964

THE DRESS

Erin Kelly Bridal erinkellybridal.co.uk 01206 645005

THE RING

Heart of Gold Jewellers heartofgoldjeweller.co.uk 01277 219 133

LOOKING GOOD

Peri Orrin periorrinbridalhairstylist.co.uk 0750 224 7055

FLOWERS

Elishas Floral Design elishasfloraldesign.co.uk 0798 9474958

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Thomas Cribb Carriage horse-drawncarriages.co.uk 02074 761 855

THE CAKE

EriVica Cakes erivicacakes.com 01473 828 192

STATIONERY 33 Pixels

33pixels-wedding-stationery.com

07956 086 607

CATERING

Prestige Bars & Catering prestigebars.co.uk 0147 371 9787

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Cream of Roysten creamfashions.com 07813 086331

THE CELEBRANT

Next Chapter Ceremonies nextchapterceremonies.co.uk 07761 037 271

THE MUSIC

Zoe Alexandria zoealexandria.co.uk 07939 850 919

MARQUEE HIRE

Magical Events magicaleventsltd.co.uk 01362 637 483

GIFTS & FAVOURS

Walkies at Weddings walkiesatweddings.co.uk 07811 244 811

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WEDDING VENUE The Cherry Barn thecherrybarn.co.uk 07796545258

CELEBRANT

Stewart O' Sullivan stewartosullivancelebrant.co.uk 07791 590876

PHOTOGRAPHY

Cole Young Photography cole-youngphotography.com 07985647042

THE DRESS

Valentia Bridal Boutique valentiabridalboutique.com 0333 800 3494

THE RING

BWR- London frossweddingcollections.co.uk 01825763380

LOOKING GOOD

Make Over Box makeover-box.co.uk 07983 333834

FLOWERS

Ginger Lily Florists gingerlilyflorists.co.uk 01273 504904

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Maple leaf Carriage Company mapleleafcarriages.com 01323 847482

THE CAKE

Harry Batten Cakes harrybatten.co.uk 01444 229 884

STATIONERY

Lavender Avenue lavenderavenue.co.uk 07969 803370

THE GROOM

Dickies Menswear dickiesmenswear.co.uk 01424 445899

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01403 214740

WEDDING PLANNERS

I Do Weddings & Events Planning idosussex.com 07366 777 790

THE MUSIC

All Things Strings allthingsstrings.co.uk 07535 924100

MARQUEE HIRE

Sussex Marquees sussexmarquees.co.uk 01825 750276

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01403 214740

| GLOUCESTERSHIRE WEDDING VENUES

Llanthony Secunda Priory llanthonysecunda.org 01452 563499

WEDDING PLANNER Smitten Weddings smittenweddings.co.uk 07760 357044

PHOTOGRAPHY

Antonia Grace antoniagracephotography.co.uk 07701 050872

THE DRESS

Wedding Days of Cheltenham facebook.com/weddingdays/ 01242 224965

THE RING

Elizabeth Terzza elizabethterzza.com 07837 416154

LOOKING GOOD

Sasha Brown Makeup sashabrownmakeupartist.com 07961537412

FLOWERS

Lynne Jessett Floristry lynnejessettfloristry.com 01453 825136

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Something Blue Gloucester somethingbluegloucester.co.uk 01452 649055

THE CAKE

The Cotswold Cake Kitchen cotswoldcakekitchen.co.uk 07885 644233

STATIONERY

Bella Paper Studio etsy.com/shop/bellapaperstudio 07883030136

CATERING

Salisbury Hog Roasts salisbury-hog-roasts.co.uk 07768 895100

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Shibumi shibumistyle.com 01453832098

THE CELEBRANT

The Cotswold Celebrant thecotswoldcelebrant.co.uk 07849 391403

THE MUSIC

Fake Plastic Chairs fakeplasticchairs.co.uk 07796 334672

MARQUEE HIRE

The Country Marquee Company countrymarqueecompany.co.uk 07969 674387

SPECIAL TOUCHES

Short Legs Dog Care shortlegsdogcare.co.uk 07740 986231

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Suitcase Memories suitcasememories.co.uk 0748 837 7627

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WEDDING VENUES Visit Hampshire visit-hampshire.co.uk 0333 455 9485

WEDDING PLANNERS

Dawn Bennett dawnbennettweddingplanner.com 07918 165 104

PHOTOGRAPHY

Ashley Hamilton ashleyhamiltonphotography.co.uk 07481 686262

THE DRESS

Little London Brides littlelondonbrides.co.uk 07766806759

THE RING

BWR London bwr-london.co.uk 01908 618901

LOOKING GOOD

Bridal Hair in Hampshire bridalhairinhampshire.co.uk 07811 121 863

FLOWERS

Pomp and Petals pompandpetals.co.uk 01794 341 110

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Brunswick Carriage Horses brunswickcarriagehorses.co.uk 02380 739 111

THE CAKE

Suzy Blake Cake Atelier suzyblakecakeatelier.co.uk 01329 562 002

STATIONERY

Lily Anna Rose lilyannarose.com 01329 481 729

CATERING

On The Hoof Bar & Kitchen onthehoofbarandkitchen.co.uk 07879 693 534

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Davina’s davinasladiesfashion.co.uk 01489 880 900

THE CELEBRANT Helen Noble helen-noble.co.uk 07787 530 720

THE MUSIC

Alan Granville alangranville.co.uk 07867 430 535

MARQUEE HIRE

Canvas & Light canvasandlight.co.uk 07539 880 031

LUXURY CLOTHING

Dawn Clarke Designs dawnclarkedesigns.co.uk 07971 833 035

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WEDDING PLANNERS The Party Perfectionist partyperfectionist.co.uk 07494 880583

PHOTOGRAPHY

Zara Davis zaradavisphotography.com 07713 338 056

THE DRESS

Hill Bridal hillbridal.com 07936 270622

THE RING

Elizabeth Terzza elizabethterzza.com 07837 416154

LOOKING GOOD Auburn Hair

facebook.com/Auburn-Hair-byAmy-101642481658721/

07921 936 965

FLOWERS

Camomile & Cornflowers camomilecornflowers.co.uk 01886 812184

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Something Blue Gloucester somethingbluegloucester.co.uk 01452 649055

THE CAKE

Home Farm Kitchen homefarmkitchen.com 07960 071626

STATIONERY

Bella Paper Studio etsy.com/shop/bellapaperstudio 07883 030136

CATERING

Trucked Up truckedup.co.uk 07482 694644

SPECIAL TOUCH

Gemma Charlotte Events gemmacharlotteevents.co.uk 07903 381064

THE CELEBRANT

Unique Celebrancy by Sandy uniquecelebrancybysandy.co.uk 07961 586964

THE MUSIC

Illuminight Mobile Disco illuminightmobiledisco.co.uk 07852606823

MARQUEE HIRE

The Country Marquee Co. countrymarqueecompany.co.uk 07969 74387

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01242 544000

WEDDING VENUES The Priory thepriory.net 01438 748 647

WEDDING PLANNERS Spot On Event spotonevent.co.uk 01908 597 449

PHOTOGRAPHY Lee Rushby leerushby.com 07976 567 666

THE DRESS

What Alice Wore Bridal whataliceworebridal.com 01727 613 069

THE RING

Heulwen Lewis Bespoke heulwenlewisbespoke.com 07843 559 856

LOOKING GOOD

Hayley Simpson hayleysimpson.co.uk 07957 204 683

FLOWERS

Polly and Petal pollyandpetal.co.uk 07877 963 035

ARRIVE IN STYLE

MC Wedding Cars mcweddingcars.co.uk 07470 617 213

THE CAKE

At Your Wish Cakes atyourwishcakes.co.uk 07748 043 634

STATIONERY

Tiggity Boo tiggityboo.co.uk 07703 481 980

CATERING

The Cocktail House the-cocktailhouse.com 07825 512 777

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Cream of Royston creamfashions.com 07813 086331

THE CELEBRANT

Alison Ann thecivilcelebrant.com 07715 666 506

THE MUSIC

Dance Sounds Disco dancesoundsdisco.co.uk 07969 919 590

MARQUEE HIRE

Alternative Stretch Tents alternative-stretch-tents.co.uk 07814 156 393

SPECIAL TOUCHES

Walkies at Weddings walkiesatweddings.co.uk 07811 244 811

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WEDDING VENUES The Quill thequillweddings.co.uk 0736 8293 777

WEDDING PLANNERS Signature Moments

signaturemoments.co.uk

01322 284105

PHOTOGRAPHY

Michelle Walsh michellewalshphotography.com 07723 467103

THE DRESS

Country Brides of Faversham countrybrides.co.uk 01795 539222

THE RING

BWR-London frossweddingcollections.co.uk 01580766083

LOOKING GOOD

Kerry Anne Make Up Artist www.kerryannmakeup.com 07472 678738

FLOWERS

Chic Weddings chicweddings.co.uk 01474 369241

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Nandra Chauffeur Services nandraweddingcarhire.co.uk/ 07486 401799

THE CAKE

Bespoke Bakes bespokebakes.co.uk 0207 1128744

STATIONERY

By Blossom byblossomweddingstationery.co.uk 01634 566582

CATERING

The Thirsty Farrier thethirstyfarrier.co.uk 07596 229 250

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 07736 754 355

THE CELEBRANT

Justine Celebrant justincelebrant.co.uk 07812 344741

THE MUSIC

Choice DJ choicedj.co.uk 07768 633480

VENUE STYLING Chic Weddings chicweddings.co.uk 01474 369241

SPECIAL TOUCHES

Furrytail Weddings furrytail-weddings.co.uk 07942 704985

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Oasis Lodges oasislodges.co.uk 07946 595835

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Stanford Hall standfordhall.co.uk 01788860250

PLANNER

The Bespoke Planner thebespokeplanner.co.uk 07964587827

PHOTOGRAPHY

Thomas Bone Photo thomasbonephoto.com 07875378674

THE DRESS

Pink Confetti pinkconfetti.co.uk 07516374919

THE RING

BWR- London frossweddingcollections.co.uk 01580766083

LOOKING GOOD

Hebe Salon m.facebook.com/Edenhinckley/ 07341824498

FLOWERS

The Personal Touch weddingflowersleicester.co.uk 01162365894

ARRIVE IN STYLE Optima Taxis optima-taxis.co.uk 01476849212

THE CAKE

The Cake Rooms Leicester thecakeroomsleicester.co.uk 07522095259

STATIONERY

Millie-Stone milli-stone.co.uk 07891088980

THE GROOM

Scotney's Of London Road scotneysoflondonroad.com 01162551222

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis johnlewis.com 01162425777

CELEBRANTS

Stuart Primarolo stuartprimarolo.co.uk 07833765043

MUSIC

White Rabbit Ceilidh whiterabbitceilidhband. wordpress.com

MARQUEE HIRE

Bybrook Furniture and Events bybrookhire.co.uk 01162530888

SPECIAL TOUCHES Stylish Weddings stylish-weddings.co.uk 01163194049

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Weddings by Angela weddingsbyangela.co.uk 07496491032

PHOTOGRAPHY

Tom Benson Photography thomasbonephoto.com 07875378674

THE DRESS

Meringue Bridal Studio facebook.com/meringuebrides (+44) 1518320950

THE RING

BWR- London frossweddingcollections.co.uk 01580766083

LOOKING GOOD

Meraki Studio merakistudiospreston.co.uk 07514 555814

FLOWERS

Drinkhouse Flowers facebook.com/DrinkhouseFlowers 07934 253445

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Forest of Bowland Wedding Car Hire forestofbowlandweddingcarhire.com

07403173236

THE CAKE

Cheshire Cakes by Kate

cheshirecakesbykate.wordpress.com

07852 714109

STATIONERY

Millie-Stone karasdesigns.com 07729455725

THE GROOM

Scotney's Of London Road scotneysoflondonroad.com 01162551222

CATERING

Fratellis Catering & Events LTD google.co.uk/fratelliscatering 07943 191421

CELEBRANTS

Clair Sunderland Celebrant uksoc.com 07954 691159

MUSIC

Danny Matthews DJ

facebook.com/DannyMEntertainment

07789 077123

MARQUEE HIRE

Big Day Event Tipis and Marquees Ltd

bigdayevent.co.uk (+44) 1513538735

SPECIAL TOUCHES

From Me To You facebook.com/From-me-to-You 01253 358941

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WEDDING VENUES The Petwood Hotel petwood.co.uk 01526 352411

PLANNER

Sarah McCabe Weddings facebook.com/sarahmccabewed 07718 7701138

PHOTOGRAPHY

Kazooieloki Photography kazooieloki.co.uk 01469 530073

THE DRESS

Take A Vow Bridal Studio takea-vow.co.uk (+44) 1507214161

THE RING

Dawson of Stamford dawsonofstamford.com 01780 754166

LOOKING GOOD

Hayley Louise Beauty facebook.com/hayleylouisebeauty 07446 182750

FLOWERS

Mayflower & Lily mayflowerandlily.com 0758 430471

ARRIVE IN STYLE Optima-wg Taxis optima-wg.co.uk 07403173236

THE CAKE

Sophisticake sophisticake.co.uk 01526 351777

STATIONERY Eventfully More

etsy.com/uk/market/eventfully_more

07841 508640

CATERING

The Rolling Scone the-rolling-scone.co.uk 07903 883594

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Cream of Royston creamfashions.com 07813 086331

THE CELEBRANT

Brenda Woods Celebrant

ritualsandresolutions.godaddysites.com

07906 520 860

MUSIC

Josh Maddocks Magician joshmaddocks.com 07810 807300

MARQUEE HIRE

Magical Events Ltd magicaleventsltd.co.uk (+44) 1362637483

SPECIAL TOUCHES Nail Studio Lincoln

facebook.com/Nailstudiobylaurablow

07950 207509

WEDDING VENUES Qvardis & The Mallard www.qvardis.net 01895 270271

WEDDING PLANNERS

Enchanting Weddings & Events enchantingweds.com 07481 951512

PHOTOGRAPHY The Crawleys liamandbee.com 0790 4488533

THE DRESS

The Dress thedress.co.uk 020 8977 6167

THE RING

Rosalyn’s Emporium rosalynsemporium.com 07967 203868

LOOKING GOOD

Hair & Make Up by Gabirelle hairbygabrielle.co.uk 07931 152609

FLOWERS

Blossom and Threads blossomandthreads.co.uk 0771989 5989

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Retro Brides & Vrooms retrobrideandvrooms.co.uk 07306 595713

THE CAKE

Odette's Cake Boutique odettescakeboutique.co.uk 07754 637930

STATIONERY

MarryMe by Amoretti marrymebyamoretti.co.uk 07932726583

CATERING

Bar Brothers Events barbrothersevents.co.uk 077532 52387

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 020 7629 7711

THE CELEBRANT

Root and Branch Celebrants rootandbranchcelebrants.co.uk 07966 223 428

THE MUSIC

The Fulham Bluebelles thefulhambluebelles.co.uk 07801854021

LUXURY CLOTHING

Dawn Clarke Designs dawnclarkedesigns.co.uk 01962 670014

SPECIAL TOUCHES

Elegant Day & Nights Events 07505 013372

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Manor House Lindley manorhouselindley.co.uk 01484 504 000

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| LANCASHIRE

WEDDING VENUES The Mere Resort themereresort.co.uk 01565830155

WEDDING PLANNER Weddings by Angela weddingsbyangela.co.uk 07496491032

PHOTOGRAPHY

Culey Photographer culeyphotography.co.uk 0781179800

THE DRESS

Meringue Bridal Boutique instagram.com/meringuebrides 01518320950

THE RING

Oscar and Olivia Jewellery oscarandolivia.co.uk 01619524230

LOOKING GOOD

Max Makeup Artistry

instagram.com/max_makeup_artistry

07843155135

FLOWERS

Bromborough Flowers bromboroughflowers.com 01512000083

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Bon Voyage Executive Travel bon-voyage.uk.com 01512226466

THE CAKE

Cheshire cakes by Kate

cheshirecakesbykate.wordpress.com

07852714109

STATIONERY

Lucy Diamond Designs

instagram.com/lucydiamonddesigns

07977513968

CATERING

Garni Ltd www.garni.events 07817314465

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

John Lewis johnlewis.com/our-shops/liverpool 01517097070

THE CELEBRANT

Celebrancy by Matthew John Shaw celebrancybymatthewjohnshaw.com 07850553582

THE MUSIC

Black and Gold black-and-gold.co.uk 0796140976

MARQUEE HIRE

Big Day Event and Tipis bigdayevent.co.uk 01513538735

SPECIAL TOUCHES

My Acoustic Wedding myacousticwedding.co.uk 07561315106

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WEDDING PLANNERS Beau’s & Belle’s

beausandbelleseventplanners.co.uk

07593 437 520

PHOTOGRAPHY

Nick Collison nickcollisonphotography.co.uk 01508 549998

THE DRESS

Masons Great Event co masonsgreateventco.co.uk 07736 754 355

THE RING

The Jewellery Cottage thejewellerycottage.co.uk 01603 867 773

LOOKING GOOD

Ashley Kay Beauty ashleykaybeauty.com 07917 475 466

FLOWERS

Harebell & Holly harebellandholly.co.uk 07742 578 340

ARRIVE IN STYLE J’s Wedding Cars jweddingcars.co.uk 07866 103 494

THE CAKE

Pure Heaven Cakes pureheavencakes.co.uk 07931 538 722

STATIONERY

Little Pea Designs littlepeadesignsuk.com 01508 549 998

CATERING

SBR Inspired Catering sbrinspiredcatering.co.uk 07516 445 803

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Masons Great Event co masonsgreateventco.co.uk 07736 754 355

THE CELEBRANT

The Celebrant Company celebrantcompany.co.uk 07888 652814

THE MUSIC

Kavolini kavolini.com 07717 173 090

MARQUEE HIRE

Magical Events magicaleventsltd.co.uk 01362 637 483

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01603 660 021

WEDDING VENUES

The Chequered Skipper chequeredskipper.co.uk 01832273494

WEDDING PLANNERS Spot On Event spotonevent.co.uk 01908 597449

PHOTOGRAPHY

Alice Morgan Photography alicemorganphotography.com 07813 604 462

THE DRESS

New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk 07496 631 318

THE RING

Jodie Gearing jodiegearing.com 07906 606 612

LOOKING GOOD Kelly Marie Prescott

fb.com/KellyMariePrescottMakeupArtist/

07788 793 484

FLOWERS

Lily Rose Floral Design lilyrosefloraldesign.co.uk 07803 817 684

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Wedding – Car.co.uk wedding-car.co.uk/default.aspx 07578 038 491

THE CAKE

Euthymia Cakes euthymia.co.uk 07930 875908

STATIONERY

Sophie Botsford sophiebotsford.com 07949 847 940

CATERING

Danny Tompkins Chef dannytompkinschef.com 07745092672

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk 07496 631 318

THE CELEBRANT

Nicola West ceremoniesbynicola.co.uk 07958 163 670

THE ENTERTAINMENT Paul Longhurst Magician paullonghurst.com 07958 229060

MARQUEE HIRE

Intents Marquees intents-marquees.co.uk 01788 511 791

SPECIAL TOUCHES Vix Caricatures vixcaricatures.co.uk 07494 442853

| NORTH YORKSHIRE WEDDING VENUES

Low Osgoodby Grange lowosgoodbygrange.com 0184 559 7241

WEDDING PLANNERS

White Wedding & Events whiteweddingcompany.com 0774 354 2304

PHOTOGRAPHY

Tim Stewart Photography timstewart.co.uk 01325 378 999

THE DRESS

Carlton Couture

instagram.com/carltoncouturebridal

0176 560 6979

THE RING

Robert Feather Jewellery robertfeatherjewellery.co.uk 0175 728 8307

LOOKING GOOD

KH Makeup Artistry khmakeupartistry.com 0785 897 0259

FLOWERS

Dreamboats & Carousels dreamboatsandcarousels.co.uk 0790 039 7427

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Superior Motor Cars superiormotorcars.co.uk 0175 936 8544

THE CAKE

Delicious Designs dripcakes.uk 0748 823 0573

STATIONERY

Meraki Stationery merakistationery.co.uk 07508 750 257

HONEYMOON

Honeymoons4u honeymoons4u.co.uk 0134 782 2541

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Julie Fitzmaurice juliefitzmaurice.com 0142 356 2932

THE CELEBRANT

Caritas Ceremonies caritasceremonies.co.uk 079488 24575

THE ENTERTAINMENT DJ Mark Green djmarkgreen.co.uk 07885 498777

MARQUEE HIRE

Ohana Marquees ohanamarquees.co.uk 0770 102 0293

DOG CHAPERONE

Throw A Dog A Bone throwadogabone.co.uk 0773 721 0044

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Kimberley Hall kimberleyhall.co.uk 01603 759 447

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WEDDING VENUES Oxford Town Hall oxfordtownhall.co.uk 01865 252 826

WEDDING PLANNERS Spot On Event spotonevent.co.uk 01908 597 449

PHOTOGRAPHY

Amy Cassidy amycassidyphotography.co.uk 07950 915 604

THE DRESS

New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk 07496 631 318

THE RING

Rosalyn’s Emporium rosalynsemporium.com 07967 203 868

LOOKING GOOD

Twists Bridal Hair and Makeup twists-hair.co.uk 07757219927

FLOWERS

Rooted In Rosemary rootedinrosemary.com 07800 564 020

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Iron Horse Motor Lines ironhorsemotorlines.com 07969187234

THE CAKE

Bev’s Cakes bevscakes.co.uk 07778 042 196

STATIONERY

Anna Jayne annajaynedesigns.co.uk 01296 252 972

CATERING

Cocktailmaker cocktailmaker.co.uk 01494 786 969

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE New Beginnings newbeginningsmk.co.uk 07496 631 318

THE CELEBRANT

Nicola West ceremoniesbynicola.co.uk 07958 163 670

THE MUSIC

Crossfade crossfade.co.uk 07875 385 996

MARQUEE HIRE

Husk Marquees huskmarquees.co.uk 07979 188 736

SPECIAL TOUCHES

Occasion Doves occasiondoves.com 07890 993 808

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Kennedy Events & Weddings kennedyevents.co.uk 07974 353454

PHOTOGRAPHY

Latitude Photography latitudephotography.co.uk 07973 343 940

THE DRESS

Somerset Bridal somersetbridal.co.uk 01643 707074

THE RING

Christina Oswin Jewellery christinaoswin.co.uk 01373 472505

LOOKING GOOD

Laura's Hair & Beauty laurashairandbeauty.com 07866 601575

FLOWERS

Fleur Amour fleuramourweddingflorist.co.uk 07854 701055

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Manhattan Wedding Cars manhattancarhire.co.uk 07522 830641

THE CAKE

Gateau Alchemy Cakes gateaualchemycakes.co.uk 07447 927358

STATIONERY

For Those Special Moments forthosespecialmoments.co.uk 07901 525151

CATERING

Ebbie's Kitchen ebbieskitchen.co.uk 07782 369 896

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0117 959 1100

THE CELEBRANT

Sustainably Ever After sustainablyeverafter.co.uk 07952 333211

THE MUSIC

Fake Plastic Chairs fakeplasticchairs.co.uk 07796 334672

MARQUEE HIRE

Andrews Marquees andrewsmarquees.co.uk 01275 545199

GIFTS & FAVOURS Scentsational Sizzlers scentsizz.co.uk 07884 287436

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WEDDING VENUES

Wrekin Forest weddings and events wrekinforestevents.co.uk 07888851813

WEDDING PLANNERS Abigail Lucy abigail-lucy.com 07495062553

PHOTOGRAPHY Darren Musgrove darrenmusgrove.com 07885498777

THE DRESS

Cici's Happy Ever After cicishappyeverafter.com 01630656640

THE RING

Goldsmiths of Shrewsbury goldsmithsofshrewsbury.com 01743213476

LOOKING GOOD

Angels Hair and Makeup angelshairandmakeup.co.uk 07528547767

FLOWERS

Rosie In The Garden flowersintelford.co.uk 01952502838

ARRIVE IN STYLE GT Chauffeurs gtchauffeurs.co.uk 0790645806

THE CAKE

Baked by Linda facebook.com/bakedbylinda 0773808379

STATIONERY

For Those Special Moments harrisandbloom.com 07554002133

CATERING

Smoke Stop BBQ smokestopbbq.co.uk 01743851944

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0117 959 1100

THE CELEBRANT

Ceremonies by Lisa Rogers ceremoniesbylisa.co.uk 07568980076

THE MUSIC

Solid Gold Entertainment solidgoldentertainment.co.uk 01939200666

MARQUEE HIRE Freestretch freestretch.co.uk 01584 711298

GIFTS & FAVOURS

Celebrate In Style with Clair Louise celebrateinstylewithclairlouise.co.uk 07984229248

| SUFFOLK

WEDDING VENUES Priory Hall prioryhall.com 01473 823 185

WEDDING PLANNERS Beau’s & Belle’s

beausandbelleseventplanners.co.uk

07593 437 520

PHOTOGRAPHY

Embrace Photography embrace-photography.co.uk 07551 977 125

THE DRESS

Beautiful Designs beautifuldesigns.ltd.uk 01473 281 870

THE RING

Aspens Jewellers aspensjewellers.co.uk 01394 385 088

LOOKING GOOD Hair by Lisa hairbylisa.co.uk 07789 383 231

FLOWERS

Callendar’s Florist framlinghamflorist.co.uk 01728 723 764

ARRIVE IN STYLE Chevron Limousine chevronlimos.co.uk 01502 575 471

THE CAKE

EriVica Cakes erivicacakes.com 01473 828 192

STATIONERY

Blinking Owl Designs fb/blinkingowldesigns.co.uk 01502 741 319

CATERING

Prestige Bars & Catering prestigebars.co.uk 01473 719 787

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Cream of Royston creamfashions.com 07813 086 331

THE CELEBRANT

Next Chapter Ceremonies nextchapterceremonies.co.uk 07761 037 271

THE MUSIC

Arioso String Quartet ariosostringquartet.co.uk 07721 695 500

MARQUEE HIRE

Anglia Coastal Marquees angliacoastalmarquees.co.uk 01394 460 450

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01603 660 021

| SURREY

WEDDING VENUES

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Manor Farm manorfarmuptoncheyney.com 07940 085418

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| SOMERSET

Coworth Park

dorchestercollection.com/en/ascot/

01344 876 600

WEDDING PLANNERS H Squared Events hsquaredevents.co.uk 07766 227781

PHOTOGRAPHY

Leo the Photographer leothephotographer.co.uk 02089 791 777

THE DRESS

Little London Brides littlelondonbrides.co.uk 07766806759

THE RING

Obsessions of Weybridge obsessionsofweybridge.com 01932 820823

LOOKING GOOD

Beyoutiful Brides beyoutifulbrides.com 07940 497 094

FLOWERS

Zita Elze zitaelze.com 07341 869 375

ARRIVE IN STYLE

S H Chauffeurs sandhchauffeurs.co.uk 07702 819 445

THE CAKE

My Little Shop of Cakes mylittleshopofcakes.co.uk 07980 453 823

STATIONERY

Yours-Aye yours-aye.com 07855 300 598

CATERING

On The Hoff Barn & Kitchen onthehoofbarandkitchen.co.uk 07879 693 534

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01603 660 021

THE CELEBRANT Helen Noble helen-noble.co.uk 07787 530 720

THE MUSIC

Sphere Entertainments sphereentertainments.co.uk 01483 494 695

MARQUEE HIRE

Canvas & Light canvasandlight.co.uk 07539 880 031

GIFTS & FAVOURS John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01603 660 021

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PLANNER

H Squared Events hsquaredevents.co.uk 07766 227781

PHOTOGRAPHY One True Love onetruelove.co.uk 07703 700138

THE DRESS

Eva Rose Bridal evarosebridal.co.uk 01903 744115

THE RING

Aurum Jewellers aurumjewellers.com 01903 207 944

LOOKING GOOD

Alicia Sandeman aliciasandeman.co.uk 07939 273714

FLOWERS

First Class Flowers firstclassflowers.co.uk 07960 888031

ARRIVE IN STYLE Prodrive Travel LTD prodrivetravel.info 01243 717484

THE CAKE

Maldini Cakes facebook.com/MaldiniCake 07904 623923

STATIONERY

Rustic By Marny etsy.com/uk/shop/RusticbyMarney 07817 771264

CATERING

Centre Catering centre-catering.com 01342 393938

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 01403 214 740

CELEBRANTS

Hannah Osmond hannahosmondcelebrant.co.uk 07780 708864

MUSIC

All Things Strings allthingsstrings.co.uk 07535 924100

MARQUEE HIRE

Great British Bell Tents greatbritishbelltents.co.uk 07765 270049

SPECIAL TOUCHES Inflate 2 Create inflate2create.co.uk 07774 087161

WEDDING VENUES Purton House purtonhouse.co.uk 07762 263890

WEDDING PLANNERS Lucy Ann Events lucyannevents.co.uk 07501 402407

PHOTOGRAPHY

Bo Leray Photography lerayimages.com 07794 247613

THE DRESS

Jacqueline’s Bridal Boutique jacquelinesbridalboutique.co.uk 07919 343123

THE RING

Elinor Cambray Jewellery Design elinorcambray.com 07892 684676

LOOKING GOOD

Make up by Emma mymakeupbyemma.co.uk 07730 012843

FLOWERS

Blooming Chic bloomingchic.co.uk 01249 248317

ARRIVE IN STYLE

Simply Memorable Wedding Car simplymemorable.co.uk 07915 574926

THE CAKE

Sweetie’s Cakery sweetiescakery.co.uk 07908 135290

STATIONERY

Topikki topikki.co.uk 07791 960632

CATERING

Salisbury Hog Roasts salisbury-hog-roasts.co.uk 07768 895100

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

Jacqueline’s Bridal Boutique jacquelinesbridalboutique.co.uk 07919 343123

THE CELEBRANT

Mikayla Celebrant mikaylacelebrant.com 07500 600506

THE MUSIC

Misters Discos mistersdiscos.com 07956 898432

MARQUEE HIRE

Regency Marquees regencymarquees.com 01249 760302

GIFTS & FAVOURS Scentsational Sizzlers scentsizz.co.uk 07884287436

WORCESTERSHIRE

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Floran Farm Events floranfarm.com 01342 393938

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WEDDING VENUES

WEDDING VENUES

Elmbridge Farm Weddings elmbridgefarmweddings.com 07402 818182

WEDDING PLANNER Chouette Events chouetteevents.co.uk 07969 306341

PHOTOGRAPHY

Zara Davis Photography zaradavisphotography.com 07713 338056

THE DRESS

Gate House Brides gatehousebrides.co.uk 01905 28287

THE RING

Wedstones wedstones.co.uk 01386 641952

LOOKING GOOD

Mandy Williams Make Up mandywilliams.co.uk 07500 888999

FLOWERS

Camomile and Cornflowers camomilecornflowers.co.uk 01886 812184

ARRIVE IN STYLE City Limos citylimos.info 0121 4598312

THE CAKE

Fondant Fantasies of Malvern fondantfantasies.co.uk 07581 473349

STATIONERY

Elle Bee Design ellebeedesign.co.uk 01905 28997

CATERING

Salisbury Hog Roasts salisbury-hog-roasts.co.uk 07768 895100

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE John Lewis & Partners johnlewis.com 0121 704 1121

THE CELEBRANT

New Moon Ceremonies

abiismith136.wixsite.com/ newmoonceremonies

07486 312548

THE MUSIC

Beth Humphreys bethhumphreys.com 07958 035005

SPECIAL TOUCHES St Johns Walkies stjohnswalkies.co.uk 01905 946719

VENUE STYLING

The Wedding House the-wedding-house.co.uk 01905 794200 WEDDINGSANDHONEYMOONSMAGAZINE.COM

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Whether barefoot in the sand at the beautiful sundowner bar, dining in the Teppanyaki Restaurant on stilts in turquoise water or on a diving tour in the spectacular Noonu atoll - you can experience the Maldives at ROBINSON in your own way.

Ig: @robinsonclub | F: @robinson.noonu | T: @ROBINSON | T: 0096 04 00 44 44 | E: Noonu@robinson.com W: www.robinson.com/en/en/resort-holiday/maldives/noonu/club-details | Noonu-Atoll, Maldives Noonu-Atoll 20077 Maldives

Design a comfortable and relaxing beach holiday for two or the whole family completely personalised to your taste. Everyone is welcome here in the world of ROBINSON. Look forward to pure relaxation in the infinity pool and revive in the WellFit spa area. We are looking forward to seeing you!

The Matterhorn

as your best man and the stars as your

maids of honour

Feel like celebrating at your best friend’s place This is THE OMNIA

THE OMNIA, Zermatt – Switzerland, Phone +41 27 966 71 71, www.the-omnia.com