Save the Date Magazine - Issue 12

Issue 12 January - February 2012

THE WEDDING AND EVENTS MAGAZINE FOR THE EAST MIDLANDS

wedding trends for 2012 What's hot in the world of weddings

the next wedding event with a difference April date released

get creative!

How to...Pom poms

be beautiful

Look and feel amazing on your big day Image supplied by www.theweddingofmydreams.co.uk

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Weddings at The Carriage Hall The ideal venue for every season A stunning restoration of the Victorian Plumtree Railway Goods Shed, The Carriage Hall is Nottingham’s most striking and unique wedding venue. Set within its own grounds with wonderful rural views, this beautiful and versatile space is perfect for any season.

With a combination of passionate service from the team behind award winning Perkins Restaurant, outstanding food and superb facilities, The Carriage Hall experience is truly memorable.

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editor’s NOTE

Hurrah, 2012 has arrived! We hope you had a wonderful Christmas time and took the opportunity to take a well deserved break from your wedding plans. On the other hand, perhaps you have just got engaged and this is your first dose of Save the Date Magazine inspiration. If so, congratulations and welcome!

SAVE THE DATE MAGAZINE Partners: Abbi Brown & Lydia Burrows Editor: Lydia Burrows

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We are so excited to have launched our brand new website focusing on our digital ezine. Chances are, you'll be reading this note through your computer/laptop/ipad/phone (delete as appropriate!) so we hope you find it simple, easy to navigate and just as good if not better than a hard copy. Any comments or feedback would be very much appreciated as we have developed this website purely for you and your wedding planning needs - just drop us a quick email if you have something you'd like to say (info@savethedatemagazine.co.uk) So, without further ado, we hope you enjoy this brand new edition of the magazine and here's to a fabulous 2012 :-)

Lydia and Abbi xx

Contact Save the Date Magazine: t: 0115 9677373 e: info@savethedatemagazine.co.uk www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk Published four times a year. All rights reserved. Š 2011 save the date Magazine. reproduction of this magazine in whole or part without prior permission is strictly forbidden. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note save the date do not accept responsibility for inaccuracies, how so ever caused. no liability can be accepted for illustrations, advertising materials, artwork or photographs while in transmission.

All prices are correct at time of going to press, but subject to change.

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contents 12

Wedding Trends

For 2012

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35-45

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Be Beautiful

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Get the look for your big day!

12-13 Wedding Event with a Difference 50-51 Floraldeco

April date released

22-23 Get Creative

How to...Pom poms

28-31 Real Wedding

Abigail & Tim

A day in the life of...

56-57 To favour or not to favour 60

Top 5

Honeymoon destinations

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wedding trends for 2012

Take a look and see what's hot in the world of weddings for the new year

WHAT'S HOT

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ALFRESCO Yes, the British weather does leave much to be desired however, we Brits are made of strong stuff and why should we miss out on the beauty of alfresco nuptials for the sake of a few raindrops?

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rustic

CHARM Any creative brides out there or crafty DIY'ers who want to make their wedding stand out as totally original and personal? Then the rustic trend for 2012 is for you. It is going to be BIG so dust off the sewing machine and get making.

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WHAT'S HOT

pom POMS

Bring colour and style to the 'look' of your big day by adopting the new pom pom craze. Easy to make or available all over the world wide web, try using these gorgeous pom poms to transform your big day venue.

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create A CARNIVAL! Bring out the kid in you and go to town with a carnival inspired theme. An upcoming trend, the carnival theme is all about fun and quirkiness with a real emphasis on bright, vibrant colours and plenty of laid back laughter. Away with tradition and in with the carnival we say!

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From once upon a time to happily ever after, we want you and your personal story to be part of the history of Stancliffe.

No matter what you wish for, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll work with you to make it happen and to help you write your own Stancliffe Story.

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Reuse jam jars and bottles - decorate with raffia or lace, fill with flowers or candles and dot around your wedding venue

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Photographs and Clothes Pegs - a creative way to show people where they are seated. Fun, personal and a talking point.

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Wooden Love hearts - buy these wooden love hearts, spray or paint, add ribbon and then personalise. Great to tie on the backs of chairs to act as name place cards and they also double up as favours too.

Pom Poms - hang these cool pom poms around your venue or marquee â&#x20AC;&#x201C; see how to make these on page 22.

Blackboards - buy some black board paint and get creative. Paint wood, furniture, trays or anything you can get your hands on. A great way of displaying information at your wedding and also a cost effective solution to display menus or your schedule of the day.

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the great outdoors

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As you can see on page 6, outdoor weddings are a big trend for 2012 and what better way to celebrate your big day than in a beautiful, unique tipi. Incredibly versatile, tipis offer a fabulous solution for an outdoor wedding all year round, whether a summers day with the sun shining or a cold winters day with the fire pit glowing. A tipi wedding isn't something you experience very often so why not break with tradition and make your wedding a day and night to remember!

turn over to peek inside

We were given the challenge of working with a selection of amazing, local suppliers, along with the guys at Peak Tipis to transform their beautiful mobile 'venues' into two different themes. A classic wedding theme with a hint of winter and a vintage rustic theme - here's the outcome!

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rustic

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winter With thanks to: THE TIPIS - www.peaktipis.co.uk LOCATION - The Yeaveley Estate - www.yeaveley-estate.co.uk VENUE STYLING by the creative and talented Julia from - www.goglorious.co.uk THE FLOWERS by the lovely Kerry from - www.tinekefloraldesigns.co.uk LINEN, CROCKERY AND GLASSWARE from the exceptional - www.executivelinen.co.uk PHOTOGRAPHED by the talented duo, the Butterworths www.butterworthphotography.co.uk

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GET CREATIVE

pom poms

To create these stylish additions for your wedding day, we hand you over to the creative and talented Emily Carlill.

"I got married to my lovely husband, Pete, in June of this year. We wanted to make our wedding very 'us' and I had seen these pom poms on other wedding blogs and just thought they looked really effective so decided to make them myself for my big day!

They instantly added so much colour and looked amazing, everyone thought we had bought them! I've since had lots of people emailing me to ask how to make them, so I wrote a little tutorial."

What you will need.

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• Eight sheets of tissue paper per Pom Pom (I used paper of size 75cm x 50cm but you can use any – this just determines the end size of your pom pom, the bigger the tissue paper, the bigger your pom pom!). You can use sheets of the same colour – or you can do a multi-coloured one if you like!

• Florist Wire (I just bought some off the internet although I think string tied nice and tight would do the same job.)

• Scissors • Nylon Thread (if you want them to look like they are floating! If not, string will do)

Get foldin'

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Lay the eight sheets of tissue paper together on a flat surface. Starting at one end, fold the paper (all sheets) to roughly 3.5 to 4cm wide (this doesn’t have to be that accurate).

Continue folding the paper like this, one way then the next, into concertina folds.

Get securin'

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Once you have your paper all folded, wrap the florist wire or string around the centre to secure it.

Get puffin'

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Start in one side of the centre tie and open the folds out – a bit like a fan. This just makes the next bit a little easier.

Do the same for the other side.

Get hangin' Get snippin'

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Get your scissors and trim the ends so they are more rounded than square – you might get sore hands a little doing this as it can be a bit tricky cutting through the thickness of the folded paper! Don’t worry either if it is not super neat as you can’t tell once they are all puffed out.

Gently peel each layer of tissue paper open, away from the next layer until you have completed one side. These can tear really easy – don’t worry too much though as you can’t see small tears once all the layers are puffed out.

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Once all the layers are puffed out and you have made some final tweaks to the layers (imagine a hairdresser fluffing with your hair!) you are ready to tie the nylon thread or string where the centre is tied (I have used a purple ribbon in these photos just so you can see it better) – this is where florist wire might be easier to use.

Well done, you are now officially a pom pom expert!

FOR MORE HANDMADE PIECES OF PRETTY, VISIT www.emilycarlill.com

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The Carriage Hall THE VENUE FOR ALL SEASONS

Contact details: T: 0115 937 5300 E: enquire@thecarriagehall.co.uk W: www.thecarriagehall.co.uk The Carriage Hall, Station Road, Plumtree, Nottingham, NG12 5NA

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Strawberries,

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Burnt orange, fallen leaves, tea lights and toffee apples

Mulled wine, lanterns, snowflakes and roasted chestnuts

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real wedding ABIGAIL & TIM 28

Abigail and Tim Plant were married on Saturday 1st October 2011 at St Mary's Church in Cromford followed by a reception at Alison House. Here is what the beautiful bride has to say about her big day: "We both love Matlock and its beautiful scenery and we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t imagine anywhere more fitting to get married.

The interior of St Marys Church is by far the most beautiful I have ever seen.

Alison House Hotel is a 16 bedroom Georgian House situated in 7 acres of land and boasting impressive gardens and stunning views of the Derbyshire Dales rolling hills. We booked a package whereby we could have exclusivity of the whole house for the weekend, this really appealed to us as it meant all our key guests could arrive on Friday and be settled and relaxed ready for the wedding on Saturday. They were also happy for me to totally plan, hire and organise the whole day myself. The staff were amazing and their service was outstanding.

I always dreamed of having a very fitted dress, I wanted to feel sophisticated and elegant but also bridal.

Typical girl, I travelled the length and breadth of the UK and I found my dress less than 1/2 mile away from my front door at the 'The Little White Dress' in West Bridgford, Nottingham. From the moment I walked in Amy, the owner made me feel at ease. I tried on a few dresses and very quickly I fell in love with a designer called Cymberline, a Parisian designer. Amy had a couple of dresses from this collection in stock however she told me that I would love a dress that was due in 6 weeks called the ' Emea Dress' (also known as the Dubai dress).

It was vintage lace, fitted, with a fish tail train.

Amy as it proves knew her stuff. Six weeks later I received a call to say it had arrived and did I want to be the first person to try it on. My mum was visiting that day so we rushed over and within seconds of slipping it on, my heart dropped, I looked at myself in the mirror and knew it was then one. It was magical that my mum was there to share that moment and I am so grateful to Amy for making the whole experience so enjoyable.

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We got engaged in Koh Lanta in Thailand in January 2011 so we had the idea of having an Asian influence running throughout the whole day.

We fused Indian, Moroccan and Thai cultures throughout the decor. The reception was held in a large Indian tent set in the grounds of Alison House. I chose an Indian lining for the tent which tied in with our colour scheme and a low mango wood furniture package including a 'Rock the Kasbah' style props such as shish pipes, lanterns and candles. The garden paths were lined with wooden oil burners and Moroccan lanterns which helped create a beautiful glow across the grounds.

I also had a large fire pit area so our guests could chill out sitting around it later at night.

Having worked in events over the past 10 years I pulled in a few favours and I managed to get extra lanterns, props, Balinese umbrellas, Indian lei's, elephants, Buddhaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s etc . What I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t beg, borrow or buy, I made. The table plan and menu board were my favourite creation, I spent hours making what would have cost at least triple what I made it for.

We served the food on square plates and slate boards. Using traditional Moroccan coffee glasses, chopsticks and Indian Kharni tree's ( spinning heated curry servers) which sat in the middle of each table, we hired everything from suppliers all over the country. I really wanted to make it feel as authentic as possible. We also served complimentary Mai Thai Cocktails and Shinga Beer all night instead of wine as it accompanied the spicy food selection.

My little creative brain went into overdrive planning this wedding and looking back these little touches are what feel made it so special and personal to us.

As most guests were staying the weekend we had a Friday night pre wedding party. We hired a gorgeous little country pub for the evening. It 30

was a great and an inexpensive way of getting most of our 100 guests to meet up and more importantly it gave us a chance to actually speak to them.

On the wedding day we had quite a few quirky Asian surprises. Our wedding car was a bright blue Tuc Tuc, we had the 'Order of Services' made and designed in India, we had Indian drummers playing throughout the welcome drinks at the reception and they also drummed us into the tent for the wedding breakfast. All the food was decorated with 100's of brightly coloured edible flowers from Maddocks Organic farm in Devon. I ordered bamboo leaves from an Asian supplier to line the plates with and we made our own mango infused vodka. At the end of the meal everyone was given a cold lemon scented hand towel to refresh with.

The wedding favours for the ladies were either an Indian jewellery box or photo frame with champagne truffles inside and a token for a free temporary Henna tattoo. I hired two Indian Henna artists - our guests loved this as it meant they had something to remember the evening by. The boys each had a Buddha Bar CD which Tim had compiled.

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I am known for my love of fancy dress parties so to add a bit of humour to the reception I set up a 'Photo Booth' area, containing a chaise lounge with an old suitcase full of daft hats, wigs and comedy glasses.

It simply was the best day of my life.

I enjoyed every minute of it. I am so happy to have married the most amazing man I have ever met."

Photographed by the incredibly talented Ian Bursill www.bursill.com

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Buying your wedding dress should be a memorable, fulfilling and enjoyable experience, from your first visit to the final fitting.

With this in mind, award winning designer Elaina joined forces with Justine to expand her established bespoke bridal service, Baroque Couture. They opened The Dressing Room right next door, on Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day 2009. Their personal, expert service will help you to select the perfect gown and accessories for your most cherished day. The boutiques are ideally situated in Draycott Village, just off junction 25 of the M1, in easy travelling distance of Derby, Nottingham and Leicester.

With over 20 years experience in the bridal industry, Baroque Couture offers a very special one to one design service, working closely with the bride to bring her dreams to life. This bespoke service ensures that the bride has a unique gown, tailored to her individual measurements and hand crafted by Elaina. Corsetry is

a speciality and her passion for accessories extends to a fabulous range of lingerie, headpieces, wraps and veils, all of which are created specifically for you.

For the fashion forward bride, The Dressing Room boutique offers the cream of British designers, in a relaxed, contemporary environment, stocking fabulous collections from Ritva Westenius, Augusta Jones and Charlotte Balbier. To complete your dream outfit they have a glamorous selection of accessories including vintage inspired shoes by Rachel Simpson.

Bridesmaids are catered for with a stunning array of dresses by Amanda Wyatt.

Whether your desire is a top name designer gown or a unique creation, give Elaina and Justine a call on 01332 873320, your perfect wedding dress is a phone call away!

& www.baroquebrides.co.uk

www.thedressingroombridal.co.uk

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be beautiful

FASHION FIX

timeless couture

BRINGING COUTURE BACK

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Launching bespoke bridal house in the heart of Derbyshire, Timeless Couture are bringing couture back.

With every product made bespoke from top quality fabrics and laces, you can be assured of not only a unique and highly original creation but also a personal, one-to-one service from the talented girls who collaborate together and co own the company.

Bringing years of experience, Astra and Rachel work seamlessly together to create each and every client’s dream wedding dress. With their amazing knowledge of styling and their enviable creativity, the service they provide is truly second to none.

Within their lovely, relaxed boutique in the sleepy village of Wirksworth, you can join the girls for afternoon tea and an informal chat to discuss your dream dress.

Then, sit back and watch in amazement as they inspire you with their creativity; turning your dream into a reality. Their enthusiasm for everything is seriously contagious.

Contact details: T: 01629 825974 E: info@timelesscouture.co.uk W: www.timelesscouture.co.uk 17C West End, Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4EG

Along with dresses, Timeless Couture offer everything to finish the ‘look’ including bespoke jewellery pieces, headwear, corsets and beautiful mother of the bride styles.

It's important to remember its not just 'vintage' - Timeless takes it's inspiration from every era and every Bride....it’s all about you...your dress, your taste, your style.

Couture. Bespoke. Beautiful.

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Mimi Toko Duffield “Experience the Difference” Situated in the elegant surrounds of Duffield, Mimi Toko has to be the first choice for the pending bride to be.

As an established business we have helped thousands of brides choose the perfect gown to complement their individuality and taste.

Assisting with fabric choice, colours and style decisions our range of exquisite Wedding Gowns, Bridesmaid Dresses and Accessories are priced to suit budgets from £1000.

The relaxed atmosphere of our luxury boutique is home to a collection of over seventy hand-picked gowns from top British and International designers including Ian Stuart, Suzanne Neville, Enzoani, Martina Liana, Essense of Australia and Benjamin Roberts.

Our approachable, friendly and experienced staff will offer you a dedicated service that starts on your very first visit and continues right the way through to your wedding day. We will keep you informed every step of the way and do our utmost to ensure that you see the same person on every visit.

For an experience that is as special and individual as you are visit Mimi Toko, Duffield.

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Contact details: 1 Tamworth Street, Duffield, Derbyshire. DE56 4ER T: 01332 842332 E: bride@mimitoko.co.uk W: www.mimitoko.co.uk Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Having tried out this revolutionary eyebrow treatment, we just had to share with you, our lovely readers. So, if you've ever wondered how the stars of TV shows like The X factor and Strictly achieve such fabulously shaped eyebrows then wonder no more. We reveal their secrets .... and it's something that we think is a must for any bride to be!

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HD Brows excels at shape and definition, whether for custom brow maintenance or where a corrective approach is required because simply plucking and cleaning up strays has not given excellent results. In approximately 20 minutes, HD Brows' precision grooming expertly transforms brows into the perfect shape to enhance the face.

The procedure uses a combination of skills that begin with a consultation to determine the best shape, followed by tinting, waxing, threading, tweezing, 'soothing' and finishing.

Click opposite to see a video demonstration.

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Customers are quickly catching onto the idea that the first rule of perfect makeup is a flawless eyebrow. Due to the way they frame the faces, brows can either make or break a look. But knowing this is one thingâ&#x20AC;Śhaving the skills and techniques to achieve a perfect and personalised brow is another. Enter HD Brows Stylists the newest generation of highly trained brow artists who specialise in creating the perfect brows for their clients. HD Brows is an incredible seven-step procedure that creates the most amazing brows you have ever seen. HD Brows Stylists can transform their clients' faces to such an extent that the effect is sometimes likened to a mini facelift.

Thanks to celebrity fans in the shape of Cher Lloyd, Konnie Huq, Jenny Frost, Sabrina Washington, Stacey Solomon, Bianca Gascoigne, Dame Kelly Holmes and Melanie Blatt HD Brows has quickly become one of the most sought after beauty treatments.

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The most stunning of gowns from Lusan Mandongus, Ritva Westenius, Geisha Designs, Maria Karin, GEMY Couture, Eternity Bride and Art Couture.

We want to make choosing your gown one of your most cherished memories.

Contact details: Grace Couture 44 Abbey Road West Bridgford Nottingham NG2 5NF Telephone: 0115 981 1821 www.gracecouture.co.uk

bridal boot camps LOOK AND FEEL AMAZING ON YOUR BIG DAY

Having married in August, Louise Mercieca knows what runs through a womans mind as she approaches her wedding day.

Amongst the numerous practical considerations such as menu choices, flowers and seating plans, the bride also wants to look and feel amazing as she takes centre stage!

As a recent bride, retrained in this new career and armed with a combination of enthusiasm, knowledge about exercise and the merits of a healthy balanced diet, Louise feels she is well placed to support 'brides to be' on their journey to the altar.

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Louise has recently launched her own business named 'The Health Kick' and is launching her Bridal Bootcamps in the Spring of 2012. Market research showed there wasn't anything out there which offered the support, fun and social aspects that group exercise with other 'brides to be' can offer, as well as a programme of guidance and advice tailored to the individual.

Louise is not looking to replicate intensive (and sometimes expensive) one week residentials or compete with the core offering of the local gym, but instead wants to offer a service that meets the needs of the bride and/or bridal party by someone with an understanding of the stresses and strains

THE LOOK

that can crop up ahead of a wedding.

Louise will mentor you through the fitness journey and provide helpful tips and guidance, something that is of real assistance in delivering results as opposed to reliance on self discipline alone.

Louise has completed numerous marathons and understands that fitness and self image are very individual and personal journeys, so she will discuss your own objectives with you at the onset and tailor the approach taken accordingly - this will take into account physical abilities / lifestyles and do not worry, running a marathon at the end of the bootcamps isn't a prescribed requirement!

The group bootcamps are one hour sessions using a mix of cardio vascular, weights and yoga exercises - all tailored to bring benefit to participants with the opportunity to share wedding experiences before and afterwards too!

Louise sets these sessions up at locations across the East Midlands and is speaking to a number of wedding venues about basing bridal bootcamps there too, so depending on where you've booked there may even be the added bonus/ incentive of working out at the place you will be having your big day and spending more time there. Award winning

"i've been working with Louise for 4 weeks now and already i have lost an amazing 5 inches and half a stone."

wedding venue, Dodmoor House are the first to get onboard with the idea and will be working with Louise in 2012 Your hectic pre-wedding schedules are also taken into account, in that the additional 1:1 sessions are arranged so that Louise will travel to you, again the programme is tailored to fit around your requirements as much as possible.

Amongst those who Louise has been supporting with their exercise programmes is Heidi who says "I've been working with Louise for 4 weeks now and already I have lost an amazing 5 inches and half a stone. Not only that, I feel energised and toned. Louise has supported me the whole way through, providing me with easy to follow homework in addition to the bootcamp sessions. I can't recommend her enough."

If you feel that The Health Kick is just the help you need as you prepare for the big day you have always dreamed about then further details can be found at www.thehealthkick.co.uk If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to contact Louise via the website or stop and have a chat with her at a wedding fayre near you in 2012 !

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A personalised wedding video is a ‘must have’ on your shopping list.

Why? • A wedding film is an everlasting record of your entire special day.

• A wedding film is very affordable and there are packages to suit every budget.

• It gives you the opportunity to relive the memories, enhanced by your own choice of music; A personal movie for you, your family and your friends.

• Photographs are fantastic but only record one frame at a time, an individual instant, usually taken during and after the service, whereas a film creates a visual narrative capturing the atmosphere and the emotion of the whole day.

• You will be so busy and pre-occupied with your guests and ‘living the moment’ that you will have missed many of the events of the big day. For example; catch a glimpse of your groom, before the service, getting nervous for your arrival – something you would otherwise never see. When you watch your wedding film, you can enjoy those parts of the day that you missed and that happened spontaneously.

If you are nervous of the idea, don’t be!

• A professional videographer, like Enter the Treehouse, will be sensitive to your concerns. You won’t even notice that they are there. When your film is complete, you will have the chance to remove or substitute anything that you are not happy with - it’s your film after all!

GETTING TO KNOW

Enter the Treehouse is an established film and design company that creates visually inspiring video in a very imaginative, creative and ‘different’ way.

By using our skills and a range of techniques we make our films extra special, capturing the essence of your unforgettable day, forever.

We started Enter the Treehouse Weddings in 2009 because we knew that we could bring a whole new and exciting dimension to the wedding video, whilst ensuring that the romance, emotions and special moments of the big day were captured with sensitivity and a ‘personal touch’.

Now it is possible to have a professional film, capturing your entire wedding day from start to finish, at a very affordable price and with packages to suit every budget. Gone are the days of needing to ask your best mate to film some of the most important moments of your life!

Wedding films do not need to be dull and uninspiring but can be fun, charming and innovative.

Because Enter the Treehouse meet their couples prior to ‘the big day’, to get to know them, and the programme, we are able to melt into the event without disturbance. Everything is filmed as naturally as possible and include those things that the bride and groom may miss or would not be there to see – for example; the bride and/or groom at breakfast, preparing for the wedding or even the wait at the venue for the bride’s arrival!

To get in touch with Enter the Treehouse Weddings: T: Natasha - 07752 150 170 E: contact@enterthetreehouse.com W: www.enterthetreehouse.com

We take huge pride in the high quality of our event and wedding videography. We do not simply ‘point and shoot’ like many others; we strive to capture the best scenes; personalising your film so you can enjoy those special moments for years to come.

Take a look at some of the wedding videos on our website to see what we do.

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The beautiful church next door is the local Church of England parish church and is just a two minute walk from the house Choice of one of three of the incredible rooms in the house which are licenced for Civil Ceremonies

A personal service, always dealing with the owner of the house rather than an employed manager. The team here are passionate about delivering above and beyond your expectations

Exclusive use of the house for your wedding reception gives you access to the gardens which are some of the best in the area with the listed Courtyard Garden and East Garden

Character and charm in abundance

Fantastic value for money packages available

To get in touch with the team at Holme Pierrepont Hall: T: 0115 9332371 E: rplb@holmepierrepont.com W: holmepierreponthall.com

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

floraldeco Here, our resident photographer Rachael Connerton talks about her day spent with the lovely Rebecca at Floraldeco; “As a photographer, I love meeting like-minded creative people who clearly fizz with passion for flowing design, beautiful colour tones and natural style. Rebecca at ‘Floraldeco’ is one such person and I had the pleasure of spending some time with her to get to know her business.

Rebecca’s enthusiasm and attention to detail really shines in the way she works with her clients.

Continually inspired by brides and grooms, she collaborates closely with them to produce a look that fits perfectly with the style of the day.

On day one of our afternoon together, I arrived to find a procession of beautiful china teapots lined up, ready to be incorporated into the overall design which Rebecca was about to work on. On day two, I spied boxes of spotlessly shiny candelabras, all polished and ready to be worked on for a large wedding at Stapleford Park that weekend. I loved watching her transform each idea into an absolutely stunning centrepiece, both very different, but equally successful.

Rebecca chatted happily as she worked outside in her lovely garden.

I asked Rebecca what she had chosen for the flowers for her own wedding. She laughed and explained that if she was to have her time again, she’d go soft and pretty, with a cottage garden theme, delicate herbs and foliage and very unstructured.

So if you’re searching for a florist who combines a love of design with a skill for producing exquisite arrangements which fit perfectly with your day and also happens to be a lovely person to work with too, then your search is definitely over!"

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Very few brides have a definite idea of what they'd like to give as favours. Should we be giving anything? Would it look rude not to? Are they a waste of money?

Well, in our opinion, favours do not come purely in the form of a sugar coated almond. They can be creative, a talking point of your day or something truly personal to the two of you. Here's our pick of some of the best and most unique favour ideas courtesy of our friends at www.weddinginateacup.co.uk

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Book with the UK’s Best Honeymoon Company Since 1906, Kuoni has been travelling the world, seeking out indulgent escapes, romantic hideaways and perfect locations to tie-the-knot. We've won awards including Best Honeymoon Company at Perfect Wedding magazine's 2011 awards and Star Wedding and Honeymoon Operator at the 2010 Travel Bulletin Awards.

We offer a free online Kuoni Gift List, so your family and friends can contribute towards your honeymoon or overseas wedding. The service is free, simple to set up and it’s easy for your guests to make a payment and leave you a personal message. We’ll also provide Kuoni Gift List announcement cards to send out with your invites.

Pick up our new Honeymoons and Weddings 2012 brochure inside our chic Kuoni Nottingham store and you’ll discover incredible destinations and experiences – from stunning over-water villas in the Maldives and thrilling safaris in Kenya, to unforgettable tours around Latin America. We also have heavenly retreats all over the world that are exclusive to Kuoni guests in the UK.

When you’re ready to book, one of our friendly Personal Travel Experts will tailor-make your perfect wedding or honeymoon while you relax with a glass of Champagne.

For those major moments in your life, you can rely on Kuoni to make them memorable.

Kuoni exclusive: book your Honeymoon with Kuoni Nottingham before 31 March 2012 mention “save the Date” and we will credit your gift list account with £100.

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Here's our round up of the best honeymoon havens

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Maldives Reportedly THE number one honeymoon destination and for very good reason. The Maldives feels like heaven on earth; serene, calm and idyllic. One of the most romantic destinations to spend your first days as husband and wife.

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BRIDAL Baroque Brides Providing everything for the discerning bride, we offer special, bespoke creations, finest couture techniques plus beautiful accessories. t: 07801 694934 e:elainabaroque@yahoo.co.uk w: www.baroquebrides.co.uk The Studio, 34 Station Road, Draycott, Derbyshire, DE72 3QB Couture Bridal Designs Ltd A visit to couture bridal designs is a unique experience you will never forget.

Maxine and Dawn will create your perfect wedding gown in a relaxed atmosphere to suit your budget. t: 0115 9414179 w: www.couturebridaldesignsltd.co.uk Studios 8 & 9, Fashion Design Studios, 69-73 Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham, NG1 3BB Grace Couture Boasting a fusion of classic, simple designs with elaborate modern and timeless vintage, Grace Couture offer dresses to suit all tastes and budgets.

t: 0115 981 1821 e: bridal@gracecouture.co.uk www.gracecouture.co.uk 44 Abbey Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5NF

fashion forward bride. Ideally situated between Nottingham and Derby. t: 01332 873320 â&#x20AC;˘ 36 Station Road, Draycott, Derbyshire DE72 3QB e: info@bridalwearderby.co.uk www.thedressingroombridal.co.uk

Jackie Thompson Couture Jackie Thompson Couture are wedding dress designers with a difference offering beautiful handmade bodices, corsets and skirts in sumptuous silks. t: 01332 874969 e: Jackie@jackiethompsoncouture.co.uk www.jackiethompsoncouture.co.uk

The Little White Dress A visit to our wedding boutique is an experience you will never forget. Any bride wanting the perfect wedding dress will fall in love with both the gowns and the relaxed atmosphere t: 0115 9810146 www.thelittlewhitedress.co.uk Trent House, Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 5GN

Lori G Bridal Studio At Lori G we offer you a relaxed, comfortable and exciting experience, for choosing the most important and beautiful dress you will ever wear. We are stockists for UK designed & made Lyn Ashworth and Alan Hannah. Also Linea Raffaelli, Allure Bridal & Nicki Flynn.

We work to an appointment to ensure exclusive use of the studio. t: 01332 550573 e: info@lorigbridalstudio.co.uk www.lorigbridal.co.uk 125 Blenheim Drive, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2LF 7 Burlington Close, Breaston, Derby DE72 3UB Mimi Toko Bridal Boutique For an experience that is as individual and special as you are, visit Mimi Toko Bridal Boutique in Duffield. t: 01332 842332 e: bride@mimitoko.co.uk www.mimitoko.co.uk 1 Tamworth Street, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4ER The Dressing Room Bridal With four stunning collections, we offer the cream of British bridal design for the

Timeless Couture Launching bespoke bridal house in Wirksworth, bringing couture back. t: 01629 825974 e: info@timelesscouture.co.uk www.timelesscouture.co.uk 17C west end, Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4EG CAKES Bluebell Bakery Our stylish cupcake towers and favours are a fantastic way to personalise your special day, contact us for a free consultation. t: 0115 841 4327 e:hello@bluebellbakery.co.uk www.bluebellbakery.co.uk Cakey Wakey With over 15 years experience, our aim is to produce a wedding cake as individual as you are. t: 0115 9611277 m: 07737 137944 e: cakeywakey@me.com www.cakey-wakey.co.uk

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Cameo Cupcakes We bake over 25 flavours of cupcakes and make beautiful wedding cakes. Come and see them in our Derby city centre shop and bakery.

Add this telephone number as well – t: 01332 205 504 e: michelle@cameocupcakes.co.uk w: www.cameocupcakes.co.uk 9 Theatre Walk, Eagle Centre, Derby DE1 2NG Delish A cake pop is an irresistibly yummy, moist cake covered in candy melt. It’s the perfect size and it comes on a stick – making it the latest wedding craze! t: 07875 330645 e: yes@wearedelish.com www.wearedelish.com CATERING Chilli Pepper Events With an array of options for your catering needs from Hog Roasts to Paella, you can add that extra wow factor to your wedding with one of our tricycles. From traditional ice bikes to a Pimms trike, visit our website to find out more. t: 079 73 684 251 e: chillipepperevents@hotmail.co.uk www.chillipepperevents.co.uk The Fiona Herbert Catering Company Ltd t: 01636 812434 e: eventsteam@fionaherbertcatering.co.uk www.fionaherbertcatering.co.uk CHILDCARE Practical Childcare Solutions Professional childcare company offering crèches and childcare for a wedding or any type of event. t: 0845 1645014 /07979257979 e: josie@practicalchildcaresolutions.co.uk www.practicalchildcaresolutions.co.uk

ENTERTAINMENT Ark Angel Let our magical music set the scene... an exquisite ceremony ...an upbeat reception...an elegant wedding breakfast...

Jazz, Latin, Soul, Classical, Contemporary, plus all the wedding day gems...personal favourites arranged t: 01636 814084 m: 07977 226110 e: info@arkangel.uk.com www.arkangel.uk.com Bliss Wedding DJ For a blissful wedding day...

Bliss Wedding DJ provides professional, specialist entertainment for your perfect wedding day. Talk to us and let us show you just how stress free planning your wedding can be! t: 01332 519710 m: 07798 711090 e: info@blissweddingdj.com www.blissweddingdj.com Just Ben An acoustic guitar player covering a variety of bands. A full DJ service can also be incorporated. For further information and to listen to Ben visit his website. t: 07970 727268 e: ben@justben.co.uk www.justben.co.uk Mojito Discotheques Mojito are quality suppliers of discotheque entertainment to prestige event agencies and private venues in both London and the Midlands. m: 07860 895498 • t: 02392 875527 e: guy.morris@mlsaudio.com www.mojitodisco.com

Richie Muir (Singer, Guitarist and Entertainer) Weddings of any size can be catered for with a Solo, Duo or Full Band Performance and DJ. t: 07966363930 e: richie@richiemuir.com www.richiemuir.com FLORIST Floraldeco Floraldeco specialises exclusively in wedding flowers, creating a unique and beautiful style to suit the personality of all of their clients. t: 07980 569808 e: floraldeco@googlemail.com www.floraldeco.co.uk John Preston Flowers John Preston Flowers are renowned as Derbyshire’s most recognised and prestigious brand for your bespoke wedding flowers. t: 01335 300 076 e: john@johnprestonflowers.co.uk www.johnprestonflowers.co.uk John Preston Flowers, Derby road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1LZ Tineke Floral Designs Tineke provide exquisite flowers for your special day, and will bring your ideas and vision to life with their creativity and knowledge. t: 01623 464 371 t: 01629 629 371 e: kerry@tinekefloraldesigns.co.uk www.tinekefloraldesigns.co.uk www.tinekedelivered.co.uk The Greenery Exquisite flowers with a real emphasis on style, allow Louise and her team to create fabulous, fresh flowers for your big day. t: 01332 832 500 www.thegreenery.uk.com

17 Town Street, Duffield, Derby, Derbyshire, DE56 4EH HAIR & BEAUTY Alana Make Up & Beauty We are a dedicated team of makeup, skin and wedding hair specialist’s. Our passion for style and colour will infuse and inspire you to look and feel like the bride you have always dreamed of. Full global range of jane iredale mineral make up.

Dermalogica Radiance boosting and skin clearing treatments and Award winning Xen-tan For the bride and groom. t: 07515 401 332 www.alanamakeupandbeauty.co.uk James White Hair One of the UK’s most in demand bridal hair stylists, James’ bridal hairdressing is for a sophisticated, discerning client who appreciates style. t: 07932 086 189 e: info@jameswhitehair.co.uk www.jameswhitehair.co.uk Jarah Hair & Day Spa Wedding packages tailor made to your needs from pre-wedding treatments, cuts and colours and wedding day hair and make-up, so you look and feel fabulous on your big day. t: 01332 369900 e: info@jarah.co.uk www.jarah.co.uk 25A St James Chambers/Halls St James Street, Derby DE1 1QZ Laura Harrison A professional, friendly and experienced bridal make-up artist for beautiful, longlasting and photogenic make-up on your wedding day. t: 07531 384695 e: info@lauraharrisonmakeup.co.uk

www.lauraharrisonmakeup.co.uk MARQUEES Peak Tipis Based in Derbyshire, we are the premier supplier for chic, unique and stylish tipi tents throughout the Midlands and beyond. t: 01335 210 349 www.peaktipis.co.uk Top Marques (UK) Ltd Specialists in wedding marquees, we offer affordable luxurious marquees, toilets, catering and bar facilities to suit all tastes and requirements. t: 01335 330 476 e: info@topmarquesuk.com www.topmarquesuk.com MENSWEAR TLC Formal Hire Located in West Bridgford, Nottingham, we combine classic tailoring with a contemporary look and offer an extensive range of waist coats and accessories. t: 0115 9819 660 e: joywimbledon@aol.com www.formalhirebytlc.co.uk 42a Stanhome Square, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7GF PHOTOGRAPHY Butterworth Photography Becky and Neil endeavour to create a fabulous wedding photography experience, keeping it fun and relaxed whilst capturing your day beautifully. t: 0115 8497158 www.butterworthphotography.co.uk Ian Bursill Photography Natural. Emotive. Timeless. Documentary Wedding Photography by Ian Bursill, the WPJA’s UK Wedding Photojournalist of the Year

2009. t: 07881 438911 e: info@bursill.com www.bursill.com Mirror Imaging Photography Capturing you at your natural best with glorious images of your perfect day, Sarah’s style is described by Queensberry Albums as “simply beautiful”. t: 07968 159465 e: sarah@mirrorimaging.co.uk www.mirrorimaging.co.uk Natural Expressions Photography We will make sure you receive beautiful, high quality photographs from your wedding day. Unobtrusive & natural photography & stunning fine art albums. t: 01522 528810 m: 07818 436706 e: patrick@naturalexpressions.co.uk www.naturalexpressions.co.uk Oehlers Photography Beautiful ~ Unobtrusive ~ Fun ~ Contemporary ~ Story Telling Images Of Your Day. Two Photographers Attending t. 0115 9736598 m. 07817657041 e. info@oehlersphotography.co.uk www.oehlersphotography.co.uk Rachael Connerton Photography A natural, contemporary approach to photography.

Breathtaking images, keeping memories as vivid and fresh as the day you made them. t: 0115 9844885 e: info@rachaelconnertonphotography. co.uk www.rachaelconnertonphotography.co.uk Red Square Photography For gorgeous pictures! Becki’s friendly

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Vintage English Hire out vintage bone china and cutlery with bespoke catering, traditional sweets, tea cocktails and flower arrangements for glamorous weddings. m: 0771 770 6213 e: hello@vintageenglish.co.uk w: www.vintageenglish.co.uk

TRANSPORT Dennisson Classic Cars A family run business, specialising in offering a unique chauffeur driven service, for weddings and special occasions. t: 0115 9550129 e: info@dennissonclassics.co.uk www.dennissonclassics.co.uk

Stuart Wood Photography Combining both candid moments with beautifully lit portraits ensures that your special day will last a lifetime. t: 07831 359379 e: stuart@stuart-wood.com www.stuartwoodweddings.com

Whyte Weddings and Events Set the tone of your wedding with our hand-made stationery and wow your guests with perfectly matching chair covers & centrepieces. t: 0115 9655713 / 07857 984238 e: emily@whyteweddings-uk.com www.whyteweddings-uk.com

I Do Wedding Cars Arrive in style in nothing better than a unique vintage classic car. With a host of elegant extras we promise to get you to the church on time and in style. t: 0115 9611277 â&#x20AC;˘ m: 07737 137944 e: info@idoweddingcars.org www.idoweddingcars.org

PHOTO BOOTHS Instant Momento photo booths A fun, instant and unique photo booth experience, bringing giggles and laughter to your wedding reception. Just add smiles. t: 01283 735569 m: 07967 097589 e: info@instantmomento.co.uk www.instantmomento.co.uk

STATIONERY Espouse Boutique Wedding Stationery The Espouse studio will work closely with you to design and create your stationery package that is completely tailored to suit your Wedding. t: 0115 9160917 e:dominique@espousestationery.com www.espousestationery.com

Lymn Luxury Vehicle Hire To really make an entrance on your Wedding day, Lymn Luxury Vehicle Hire offer a large range of Rolls-Royce and Bentley limousines for hire. t: 0115 911 4401 m: 07968 698358 e: rob@lymn.co.uk www.llvh.co.uk

THEMING AND STYLING Executive Linen Executive Linen Event Hire suppliers of quality china, linen, glasswear and catering equipment to the catering and outside events industry. t: 01332 694333 e: info@executivelinen.co.uk www.executivelinen.co.uk

Figtree Invitations Beautiful, personalised and bespoke wedding stationery t: 01332 840 247 e: weddings@figtreecreative.co.uk w: www.figtreeinvitations.co.uk

approach will ensure that the spirit, glamour and emotion of your day will last forever.

Studio 2 Ednaston Home Farm Brailsford, Ashbourne Derbyshire, DE6 3AY t: 01335 360103 www.redsquaregallery.co.uk e: info@redsquaregallery.co.uk

Seats & Sashes Luxury Wedding Chair Cover Hire and Bespoke Hand-Crafted Wedding Stationery. t: 07966 567957 e: emma.saint@yahoo.co.uk www.seatsandsashes.co.uk

WHESTHILL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; stylists in stationery Will your invitations be utterly discreet, or have the Wow factor - the only limit to Whesthills creativity is your imagination! t: 07966622271 e: whesthill@btinternet.com www.whesthill.co.uk

You Can With A Camper Van You Can With A Camper Van offers that classic with a twist, contemporary meets retro dream of perfection become a reality on your special day. t: 07532 188431 / 07969 806669 e: youcanwithacampervan@gmail.com www.youcanwithacampervan.co.uk TRAVEL Kuoni An award winning travel agent, we specialise in luxury honeymoons. Visit our brand new store on Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham. t: 0115 947 0074 www.kuoni.co.uk 44 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham, NG9 2GQ

VENUES East Bridgford Hill A hidden gem nestled in the Nottinghamshire countryside, East Bridgford Hill is an exclusive and highly unique venue for your special day. t: +44 (0) 1949 20232 e: eastbridgfordhill@gmail.com www.eastbridgfordhill.com East Lodge Country House East Lodge Country House Hotel set in 10 acres of beautiful landscaped water gardens is the ultimate country estate for YOUR totally exclusive wedding day. t: 01629 734474 e: info@eastlodge.com www.eastlodge.com Rowsley, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2EF Hartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nottingham At Hartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s we have the experience and expertise to ensure that your wedding day will be a truly memorable event.

Contact: Kelly Shaw, Wedding Coordinator t: 0115 9881900 e: k.shaw@hartshotel.co.uk or reception@hartshotel.co.uk www.hartsnottingham.co.uk Hodsock Priory A beautiful family home set in stunning grounds. Exclusive hire for weddings and events, gives you this peaceful, secluded piece of England. t: 01909 591 204 www.hodsockpriory.com Hodsock Priory, Blyth, Nr Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 0TY Holme Pierrepont Hall Hidden in the quiet hamlet of Holme Pierrepont, this beautiful Tudor home with its tranquil parkland and gardens can be exclusively yours for the day.

t: 0115 933 2371 e: rplb@holmepierreponthall.com www.holmepierreponthall.com Kelham House Is a newly refurbished luxury hotel, restaurant and venue destination in Newark which specialises in creating memorable weddings. t : 01636 705266 e enquiries@kelhamhouse.co.uk www.kelhamhouse.co.uk Kelham House, Main Street, Kelham, Newark, Nottingham, NG23 5QP Langley Priory Specialising in small, sophisticated weddings with an emphasis on providing you with unparalleled quality and choice amidst inspiring surroundings tel: 01332 853197 e: Tim@langleypriory.com www.langleypriory.co.uk Stancliffe Hall Stancliffe Hall hosts a limited number of weddings each year allowing you the freedom and space to create a truly unforgettable experience and a wedding which is uniquely yours. t: 01629 736956 e: enquiries@stancliffehall.co.uk www.stancliffehall.co.uk Whitworth Road, Darley Dale, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2HJ Trent Bridge One of the most famous and beautiful cricket grounds in the world, a place replete with magic moments in history and old-world character. t: 0115 982 3042 e: Trudie.warsop@nottsccc.co.uk www.trentbridge.co.uk/tietheknot Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 6AG

The Roundhouse The internationally recognised Roundhouse in Derby is a series of truly iconic buildings, set in a wonderful location with an atmosphere as unique as the venue itself. t: 01332 334800 e: enquiries@roundhouse-events.co.uk www.roundhouse-events.co.uk/index.php The Roundhouse, Roundhouse Road, Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8JE The Manifold Inn The manifold inn located in the heart of the peak district. The ideal location for any country wedding. t: 01298 84537 e: enquiries@ themanifoldinn.co.uk www.themanifoldinn.co.uk Thrumpton Hall A magnificent hall combined with the Lakeside Pavilion marquee, all weddings at Thrumpton Hall are exclusive, bespoke and unforgettable. t: 07590 818045 Thrumpton, Nottinghamshire NG11 0AX e: enquiries@thrumptonhall.com www.thrumptonhall.com VIDEOGRAPHERS Enter The Tree House Enter the Treehouse Weddings ensure your wedding day will be filmed with a high level of expertise, passion and creativity. t: 07752150170 e: contact@enterthetreehouse.com www.enterthetreehouse.com WEDDING GIFT LIST John Lewis t: 0115 9418282 www.johnlewis.com e: giftlist_nottingham@johnlewis.co.uk

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WEDDING PLANNERS Adore by Chloe Personalised wedding & event styling across the East Midlands ~ Creative, Stylish & Thoughtful. t: 07968 401110 e: hello@adorebychloe.co.uk www.adorebychloe.co.uk Cara Evans Wedding and Events Planning Want to be relaxed & stress free on your wedding day? Leave the problem solving to us! Packages start at £75. t: 07968 744546 e: mail@caraevans.com www.caraevans.com Carmen Weddings From concept to celebration, Carmen Weddings offer a professional and personal wedding planning service tailored just for you.

We are dedicated to providing you with a stylish, sophisticated and finely tuned wedding. t: 0845 604 8388 m: 07747 816789 e: hello@carmenweddings.co.uk w: www.carmenweddings.co.uk Derbyshire Event & Wedding Planners We offer a variety of packages from fixed price to fully bespoke. Our ‘bridal planning conferences’ are a must for all you hands on brides. We aim to acheive perfection and make your special day have the WOW factor everyone will remember. t: Julie 07727426380 or Dawn 07840812171 e: info@derbyshireweddingplanners.co.uk www. derbyshireweddingplanners.co.uk Honeysuckle & Castle We aim to guide you through the planning process and can guarantee to help you achieve your dreams with a

professional and cost effective venue styling and planning service. t: 07789 886947 e: info@honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk www.honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk Avado Boutique Honeysuckle & Castle have teamed up with the lovely Avado Boutique. A quirky occasional gift boutique with table mock-ups, finishing touches & lots of inspirational ideas for personalising your wedding.

The Courtyard, Draycott Mill, Draycott, Derby DE72 3NB t: 01332 871654 e: info@avadoboutique.co.uk www.avadoboutique.co.uk La Vie Est Un Voyage La Vie Est Un Voyage (Life Is A Journey) is passionate about planning inspiring, ecofriendly weddings without compromising on style. It’s your wedding, your ethical journey, your story t: 01332 408 078 e: info@lavieestunvoyage.com www.lavieestunvoyage.com Veils & Vows Knowledge, Reassurance and Inspiration Louise offers a personal and dedicated planning service across the East Midlands to suit all requirements and budgets. t: 07867 693073 www.veilsandvows.co.uk e: louise@veilsandvows.co.uk Your Wedding Angel We are a fresh and creative ‘Wedding Planner’ and it is our priority to assist, guide and above all, ‘inspire’ you, to have the most memorable wedding celebration!

Regardless of what stage your planning, we can slot in to help and ensure that your day runs without a glitch! t: 07701029923

e: leahlyons@yourweddingangel.com www.yourweddingangel.com ADDITIONAL SERVICES Strictly Hitched Wedding Websites With your own customised wedding website, your guests can share all the latest wedding updates during the prewedding countdown and enjoy memories after your special day. t: 01509 881227 m:07968 698358 e: info@strictlyhitched.co.uk www.strictlyhitched.co.uk

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