OF _— Wy EDD & J titis D L&M wi in Coriy ExelUisite 9) veEllETy)Krystle BRIDES ‘An award winning bridal boutique in central Bath offering affordable designer gowns and bridal accessories. Stocking dresses by Enzoa Blue by Enzoani, Maggie Sottero, Bridals and Mia Mia by Alan Hannah. Krystle Brides 11 St James's Parade, Bath, BAL 1UL 01225 446844 wwwkrystlebrides.co.uk ®©©OO® Brit & Drmerse WEDDING AWARDS 2018 WINNER ONE 5 ‘ Bisel & Amerie WEDDING AWARDS 2017 WINNER aE Brisa & CDi menset WEDDING AWARDS 2016 = WINNER, Gx aa)REGULARS EDITOR'S LETTER We lve weddings! ‘9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch latest rom around the regions 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 87 HOT TOPIC Local expert offer top wed-min advice 95 COMPETITION Win a minimoon in Coif, worth £1,000, VENUES 15 SPOTLIGHT ON... Bath and Mendip 23 RURAL ROMANCE ‘The regions’ mos idle county venves On ee cover This issue's cover shot is lesson in bridal perfection = and we'einlove with that headpiece! Huge thonks fo the deeam loom involved in his shoo. Photageaphy | ww.oxiphotography.couk Styling | ww katecullen.co.uk Headpiece and jewellery | wrwclerelloyd.co.uk Venue | swwsilkmillotudios.co.uk Florals | wovw.clementinemoon.co.uk Bridalwear | worw rochelburgessbridolboutique. com Hair and make-up | wovw:browsondbrides co.uk Stationery | wo.nkflowerpress co.uk Linen | hips/ /thelinenworks cook ‘Model | Chihiro Fure FEATURES 49 ALL THAT GLITTERS Exquisite big-day accessories 53 A DAY TO REMEMBER ‘We round up he regions top entetoinment acts ‘59 PASTEL PERFECTION This styled shoots brimming wth inspiration to keep your litle ones entertained in style 96 READY, SET, PLAN! County Wedding Magazines editor Melis Barker shares hee wedding planning journey83 GROOMS’ NEWS Danille Harvey shores all he latest best buys 63 FASHION FOCUS 30 A SPRING ROMANCE eee Fashion editor Claire Ridley reveals her latest Elsa and Tom's big day took place across three “4 Product launches bea eon nw, bu endemic increible Bristol venues 4 GREEN WITH ENVY pe erenenon a7 WINTER SPARKLE Howto eects pb rts These whimsical wedding dresses ore rather Jessica and Tom’s black-tie wedding was all fining or relaxed, bohemian vibe kinds of lm 71 STAR OF THE SHOW 43 AWONDERFUL WEDDING INTHE 90 HONEYMOON NEWS Moke an enrance na glamorous dress WEST COUNTRY Al elt inspain fom the world of ravel domed wih sequins beading ond fechers Grace and Greg’ melas big day wos springtime touches and Somerset ‘92 BACK TO NATURE 76 BEAUTY BUZZ ‘Aonce'n lifine experiance, honeymoon safari odevotute will certoinly make memories photo album! vals all he Beauty editor Kelly Androws re ‘ond create the ui latest mus-haves for he bride-to-be 78 THE HEALTHY HAIR GUIDE ‘94 THE DARLING BUDS OF MAY Hannah Faulder receives a tue Yorkshire ‘Achieve the wedding tresses of your dream 5 with help fom tichologist Anabel Kingsley welcome ot The Alice Hewhoen in Nun Monkt 80 BEAUTY Q&A. How fo create a sultry, glam beauty look with Eye Do Makeup 81 ALL GOOD THINGS We put 2021’ trending baauty ingredients h heir poces 82 LEADING LADY ‘Your mum will love this season's selection of oral dresses, hals ond occessories in muted pottel shades fe80+ WEDDING SUPPLIERS PROFESSIONAL CATWALK SHOWS WEDDING STYLE HUB | BRIDAL POP-UP SHOP ENTERTAINMENT | SHOW OFFERS | FREE CRECHE MAN CAVE | FREE PARKING | ONSITE CAFE YOUR * TICKETS ONLINE DAY (eS WE ARE BACK' LOCAL | Unddoog \ TAUNTON | YEOVIL SHOWS 2. BRIDGWATER | FROME : BRISTOL & MORE NO tsi is) CHECK ONLINE FOR OUR ONLINE (UPCOMING WEDDING FAIRSComfy Fashion eto besten Digi Makatng Coordinator Sibnptone 00 Peas Hisrtontients ato ding the ceremony and busting moves onthe doncefloor - these ore some ofthe things ve mised about weddings. Not to mention the flowers, he cake, the delicious food, the ke ntcipotion of what the happy couple are wearing the entertainment. he lit goes on! We could {get auck feeling upet for those whose plans have been ravaged ~ my friends are on their fourh wedding dote instead, Im going to channel the emotion from al he hard times and missed events to ‘ensure that | moke the absolute mos of every second with loved ones. Thisissu9 is all bout colebrating the incredible Bristol and Somerset wedding suppliers who have worked telesly throughout ‘he pandemic: rom the jewellers (page 49) and venves (poge 15) to the make-up artists (page 80) and entertainment companies (page 12" you" planning your big day fr the fouth ime oF nly engaged, these poges will provide everything you ‘need to plan the vlimate celebration Hoppy reading! 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We've got ou eye onthe engraved Love nelle for cm extra personal foul Fd ou roe ct winohbotiyon com 4 % 4 4 W WS All the latest from around the regions Forever home ‘Aer raving ints free in December 2020, Rookery Bridal hod fo sal colabrtion ‘when redietions mean open, “Since we op courdoorsin Api thas been crazy ~ no great woyl” says, ‘owner Sarah Hacke, “fs been ‘mating being back doing what wo love, We hoi hod ony brides nou brand new bout in Axbridge, otha! made igs enor ercing” Since opening is new prone cot The Hoyo the business hat boon nundated wih gregh = feedbock ns new loca “Finally mein brides agen and helping hove whote weddings «ae coming up quickly hes been « prvlege,” Sorc als x. 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We're so proud ofthe phenomenally talanted wedding businesses ‘We invite to our shows fo meet you. We create. fun and relaxed ‘imosphere,s0 all you need to dois bring yoursel (and your fone .0rbridel party of course! and enjoy browsing, chating, smiling and finding your perfect big-day supplies. What are your top tips for wedding firs? .¥ Come with on idea of what suppliers you'e looking for, whether that’s © coke moker, photographer or perhaps your dream venve. 'Y Get chatting tothe suppliers ~ they're thereto help you. These businesses ore experts i ther ild so let hem guide you and offer ‘advice to create your dream wedding. ‘Alter launching is highly successful vinval tour, The Orangery at Goldney House has announced tha he tours wil become a permanent fixture This is great news for love to consider this beautifully historic place For their wedding. The ue has also nailed the micro-wedding, with « handful taking place there under COVID restrictions, so future couples waning a more personal affair will beable to hos o# ‘who don’ liven Bristol, but would lle celebraton there Besides hosting weddings the venue is now inthe midst of organising ‘enumber of incredible public events, kicking off witha performance ‘of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing on 3" September, 202) presented by Ilya Theatre and romantic date-night option, and the perfect way 1 check out the W ‘his Bristol gom os. weddings ond make sure you ht follow on the venues Goldney Gordens. hiss a wonderfully of fetal verve, Vist www bristol ac k/venves/ ¥ Come prepored with ideas, such as Pinteres board or scropbook This will hlp you choose the righ suppliers for you, ax wall os keeping you focused while walking around a room with so mony incredible ideos. What 2021 dates shell we add tothe diary? “he Bridgwater Wedding Fir | 5* September | The CanalSide The Frome Wedding Fair | 12* September | The Cheese & Groin “he Yeowl Wedding Fair | 3% October | Flat Air Arm Museum ‘he Taunton Wedding For | 174 October | The Holiday Inn “The Big South West Wedding Fir | 23~ and 24 October | The Bath & West Showground For more details ond to keep up to date with ony new shows that cre added visit wwe the-wadding-emporivm.com and ‘evr thebigsouthwestweddingfair.co.uk ITN yy Diag tN re ey 4 ie RN Fy te A gS Bare OME. Y Ors pelea: aA Perc tS eerie net ie corer isond eee eee to tn eerie torhelp couples plan the day of icone ao Oe or highertier including 6 ere en SOT cn ote ae aeFlower. 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While, The Mercure Chest Abbots Well Hotels tranquil four-stor hotel set amongst two acres of landscaped gardens with @ backdrop of beauiful rolling Cheshire countryside and Welsh mountains providing an idyllic sein for any wedding. Or, why not check out Cotswold’s Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hote for character and setting? This four-star Georgian country house boas 12 acres of is own park and woodland providing he perfect Gloucestershire backdrop for & truly scenie wedding These are only thre ofthe seven properties you con choote from; all oF which offer wide ronga of wedding packages to sit all atyles ond budgets oll year ound. (One winner will recive a night stay wih a guest in a Wedding Suite ‘tthe Mercure hotel of ther choice (fom he selection of hotlslisted on the County Wedding Magazines website} including dinner ond breakfost, 13oe ts KINGSWOOD td Wepre ec San ees BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS EXCEPTIONAL CATERING Se ae CeCe ne Kingswood offers 3 unique venues to choose from pees ar roe The Kingswood Dining Room or The Kingswood Pavilion. Cee een Coordinator, Sharon Traylor, work closely with local suppliers to provide menus designed for you to savour and remember. WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH YOL PERO STDP aI UINY AEMORABLE OCCASION Contact our dedicated team to arrange a viewing ‘orto discuss your requirements in more de Sea Cc, Create Your Perfect Day Your Party, Done Your Way + Licensed for weddings all year + Ceremony room sits up to 75 in the Great Hall or outside unlimited numbers ifoutside + Exclusive use of marquee and + Marquee seats up to 200 people gardens from May to September. pance floor, tables and ehairs + Ample adjacent level parking and heating included for guests + Breedom to arrange your food, drinks and entertainment vil and Taunton + No corkage or VAT 10 the A30301225 477 786 | www-bathvenves.co.uk What can you expect? itoted in the heart of B Pump Room is one ofthe sword: winning complex is steeped in history, with ils origins dating back LOCAL VENUESTHE BISHOP'S PALACE & GARDENS, WELLS 01749 988 111 | www.bishopspolace.org.ok ‘What can you expect? Hidden within ancient camparts and protected by 2 moct, 14 acres of cade listed gardens awal visors, Wih herbaceous borders, pretty pools and the scent af roses he ir, there are endless photo ‘opportunities ogoins! he backdrop ofthe cathedtal. In 2016, he gardens wore awarded RHS Partner Garden status, The palace dates back othe 13"-century, and the romantic eins of The ‘Great Hall complement the majesty ofthe Medieval facade ond ave: inspiring sting ofthe gatehouse and moat, The Bishop's Private Chapel is renowned for is impressive stone tracery ond high stoned: lose windows Lets colebrate! ‘he adjacent town halls available forthe oficial I dos. Parties then head to the venve to celebrate ine choice of spaces, including he Medieval Entrance Hall, he vaulted stone Undercroh, the Terrace and the Long Gallery, Guess can also explore the grounds, which are home tothe well pools hat give the city ts name. On the moat oe the famous swans, who Fing a bell when they wan! food! We love Couples tying the knot here receive a fee food tasting ond complimentary membership fora yeor WOOKEY HOLE CAVES 01749 672.243 | www.wookey.co.uk What can you expect? Featuring spectacular caves inthe stunning suroundings of he Mendip Hills, his is@ venue with adiference. The Poper Mill boasts ‘rich hertage, being atthe heart of English paper-making for more than 400 years, while the magical caves hold awe-inspiring rock formations for@ big day 1o remember. Surounded by clear pools and soft condleligh, vows are taken in caves that have been carved out by the River Axe over milion of years. ‘Ouiside, quests can enjoy rural views, woodland walks and o range cof onsite activities, from the fairy garden ta prate-themed mini golf Let's colebrate! There ore three breathtaking cave chambers avalable for ceremonies The larges will hold up to 110 people, bul hey'e alo intimate enough to offer a ceremony for js low loved ones. The Weer Whee! Suite (140 guest) inside the Grade I ited Paper Millis perfect for hose looking for on elegontblank-canvas space. Foran unforgettable reception, couples con hold pory in Captain Jacks (200 gues). With is cireus-inspred decor, honging chandeliers ‘ond twinkling firyigh, it's sure to leave guess speechless We love From Vintage Panny Arcade to Dinosaur Valley and a ‘30h King Kong stave, this realy is © wedding locaton lke no other Couples will also receive « complimentary menu tating ond wedding right accommodation in he on-site hotel(01225 722 238 | hitps:/ /wickformbath.co.vk What can you expect? Seton a Medieval farm, his vanue has the sweet smell of roses and, lavender hanging inthe ait. Hazel arches decked in twinkling lights ‘overlook the pretty duck pond and fields beyond, There ore endless picture-perfect spos rom the ancient haybarn and the enclosed {garden ta he lovely dry stone wall. There's olio 37 acres of stunning formland wil the Westbury White Horse in the bockground, The Threshing Born i 14-century structure bul fom Cotswold stone by he monks at Hinton Pry. Inside, guess find original beams ‘and ook Rearing throughout Lets celebrate! ‘Ceremonies and wadding breakfasts can be held inthe Upper Barn (150 guest), before moving othe Lower Barn foro drinks reception ‘and then onto the Marquee or into the grounds ifthe weather eine. ‘Alternatively there's the ancient Hay Barn (90 guests) oral resco vows ‘ore held onthe Terrace (130 gueets, LOCAL VENUES The bom’s mezzanine level and the enclosed gorden ar idea! places for games and entertainment, There's also a peaceful bridal ‘oom forthe couple to retreat to We love... The newlyweds will love spending thei Fs night as 0 married couple in he newly converted accommodation, They'll also receive a hee food tasting from caterers Srawberry Field The Assembly Rooms | www bothvenves.co.uk The Guildhall | wory:bathvenuesco.vk Vietoria Art Gollery | vorw:bathvenves co.uk Homswell House | wow homswellhouse.co.uk Orchardleigh Estate hps//orchorlegh neté a TON SCHOOL ENTERPRISES Trin Stet tes ong bos wedng sis, 0 sbing convsite chapel and top quality itself on offering everything you need fora unique and unforgetable ‘cuisine, Th team pride wedding doy. The venue boosts a fine range of 19".century Gothie-syle buildings, complemented by 20". an the new state-of the-art Dansham impressive contempor orchtectre, perfect fr larger weddings. e's o team of dedicated ‘and passionate planners, with you every step ofthe way to support you in creating the wedding of your drecms x ww tS ——= vdatatd choice FOR WEDDINGS THE Vows ‘You'e spoil for choice when it comes ta ceremony options: choos from the charming Old library, stylish and contemporary Densham Suite, or the pretty chopel garden ifyou'd prefer a outdoor “I dos The enchanting chapel was builtin 1907 and comfortably seats fond pee, this remarkable space offers a special setting for a memorable 300 in callagiate-style pews. Fearing a lrge, charming cl ‘wedding ceremony The Old library can accommodate up to 135 loved ones forthe vows while the newest addion, the Densham Suite, can comfortably host 400,5 a ae There are also several addtional intimate spaces providing you witha gordlese of quest number. CELEBRATE IN STYLE In September 2020, Taunton School opened one of he largest hospitaly ‘event spaces in Taunton. 2-buit facility ibe th @ £3.6milion investment ths impressive pure h orhitectually beoutful and energy efcien, inthe shop ed witha contemporary gla the large stylish wedding on cater for front and modern pine, offering space, perl The Densham Suite 100 seated at round tables, oF up to hthe ad con be equally subdivided 10 provide separate area the day and evening The Old library s@ classic and romantic wood-panelled room with beautitl Gothic windows and attactive golden chandelier offering ‘and o stylish b ied by 195 gu the day the library's adjoining elagan PLANNED TO PERFECTION The venue offers @ rong} ing evening menus, fom 1 to hog roosts and street food, catering forall your needs and wishes edding planners hove reloionships witha range of supplier 1h planning and ih ideos for styling, They'll be delighted to rr wedding and would the beautiful facilities, before developing a bespoke proposal based on Please contact Taunton School's wedding planner to arrange a viewing appointment. centerprises@tauntonschool.o.vk | 01823 703 116 | www.tauntonschoolenterprises.co.uk/ weddings Pecataten esdB ok nae VIDEOGRAPHY, As seen in VOGUE Let us make your dreams a reality www.carsofelass.co.uk rupert@carsofclass.co.uk MAEAS 01823 480898 - 07733 362762 Cottage, Curland, Nraighton TA 5SAward Winning DJs and Wedding Hosts “Made the day really specialand delivered onall promises” see “They wereamazing. The dance floor was ull rom the very beginning ofthe night.” Aaininine “Approachable, professional, friendly service." Bot oto “Dedicated, professional and accommodating” ahkhe “We feltthey were part of our day rather than providingaservice to theday.” aa Un gue Elegant. Fua Memorable Ensure your wedding reception will be both entertaining and floor-filling, by choosing ‘our award-winning DJs and their skills, expertise and knowledge of amazing parties. A @ wistinc | 01454 850900 INDUSTRY AWARDS ‘ raam@ | info@celebrationroadshow.co.uk _ www.celebrationroadshow.co.ukWWW.THEGRANGESOMERSET.COMTHEMED VENUES RURAL POM HA OCL The regions’ most idyllic country venues Rare ay coat 01934 750371 | www.batcheountryhouse.co.uk Found wihin oward-winning londseoped gordens overlooking the Mendip Hill thie scenic eating alongside ponds, waterfalls an Irom wooden beams, « replace and ook doors, i's full of rsh ide, visitors find @ comfortable farmhouse feel. Extended over many ye le wih vary drapes and chondelir dancefloor moke for a tly magical celebrate with ther nearest and ‘eremonies can take place intheBERWICK LODGE (117 958 1590 | www.berwicklodge.co.vk WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Berwick Lodge offers 0 grand location for big-day celebrations, with its 18 acres of woodland and views across to Woles. The stunning gardens, managed by former royal gardener Robert Dunster, boos! the stunning marble Aphrodite's Dome, omate fountins, on orchard fond a summerhouse The imposing red-brick Vielorian monor i fst glimpsed of he end ofa the interior has on east-meets-west fel, wih sumpivous oversized soos, crystal chondeliars and open res bringing a luxurious touch to this homely venue, Visitors climb the sweeping saitcase o find 14 individually designed bedrooms. ‘and onterr-lined driveway. Guests step inside to find LET'S CELEBRATE! There ore two options for ceremonies within the Mews, which is co converted stable block Summeria (50 guess is a beauifully light room with countryside views, while Mesopotamia (90 guess) islocated on the ground lor. Furnished with pillas and large windows, ithas access 1 a patio adjacent tothe woodland. Elopement weddings fortwo ore hed in he pretty summerhouse, Recepfions are held in the inmate atmosphere of he Hattusa dining room (1.50 guests), wiht stylish architecture ond twinkling chandeliers. WE LOVE. All wedding couples are heated toa complimentary menu and wine tasting evening, while some packages include anniversary stays and wedding-night ccommedation. TE THE LONGHOUSE 01749 812 307 | www.longhouseweddings.co.uk WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? The Longhouse is @ beautiful, environmentally friendly venve with high ceilings, large windows and « broad balcony to make the most ofthe views across the Brve Valley. he blonk-canvas space offers simple white interiors with accents of sot sage green and wooden floors. though the space i large, it retains @ worm and weleoming ambience, wih 2 log burner available fr use in winter. Softy clad inser larch and set high inthe londscope, it gives the feeling of floating among the tees, looking cut across the picturesque Somerset countryside and abundant gardens LET'S CELEBRATE! ‘There are three gorgeous place in which toe the knot with up to 140 friends and family, The Gazebo is « handmade oak structure st inthe ‘gardens at he bate ofthe venue's vineyard. The Langhouse gives the Feeling of bringing the outside in wih its spectacular vistas. For a more intimate ceremony, The Wine Cellar i stuated inthe oldest par of he farmhouse and provides a deeply romantic fel wth ts stone walls and voulted ceiling. ‘When it comes o post-vow partying, couples can invite upto 200 people. The Wine Cellar and The Longhouse are lovely spots, along withthe Pai, A covered sting with sunning views, i's ideal fore inks reception, WE LOVE. There's on-site accommodation for up to 61 guess with «full English breakfast in the morning, nd each baoking includes exclsive use ofthe bridal suite. This family-run business prides itself on coving fr its couples ‘ond the environment.Your MANACANM ME: dding MECNME *Grade | listed *Indoor and outdoor ceremony area +Getting ready room *Vaulted Undercroft «Guest accommodation «Honeymoon SuiteORCHARDLEIGH ESTATE Nestled amidst 500 acre arKland, Orchardleigh is family o Ka county estate your 0 jh offers truly magical place WEDDINGS AT ELMHAY PARK Three Day Wedding Package from £5,975 PT aIENELN ch Ioa RiTeroltelsiag Coase oe Coe eee Ren THE VILLAGE THE SETTING eu a et For making your dreams come true! ae WWW.ELMHAYPARK.CO.UK [eR ac AC SoS DE ESR COA nSOLD BRIDGE 01460 240 855 | wwww.old-bridge.co.uk WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? (Old Bridge, and its beautiful wedding marquee, is satin twa acres of ‘mature gardens ond woods, Built inthe local hney-coloured hamstone, the Elizabethan manor is @ wonderful big-day backdrop. Inside, couples will indo traditional ambience throughout, with its poral, shields ond lorge inglenook freploce. LET'S CELEBRATE! The Great Hall (75 ques) i the indoor ceremony option ond is avilable year-round. For alfresco vows when the weather is fine, tha pretty Front THEMED VENUES Porch soto licensed ‘Alte the formalities, wedding partis can spill out on tothe front lawn for drinks and canapés. Te picturesque grounds are ideal for garden ‘aomes, Fire pis and bouncy castles et, The 400-yeor-old sweet chestnut tree, wih its hree-seat swing, is «great photo opportunity. Receptions toke place in the morquee (200 seated guests). Available from May ta September, i's fully ined, carpeted and furnished wih robles, choirs ond o catering ore. WE LOVE. The venve offer couples the eedom to bring their own caterer, alcohol ‘ond music. There's the added bonus of exclusive use the day before and fer the wedding for srer-fee sting up and breaking down. ST AUDRIES PARK 01984 633 633 | www.audries-park.co.uk WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? ‘Spanning more than 100 acre inthe rolling Guantock Hils, the ‘St Audries Park estate boosts an elevated position wth fabulous coastal views. The deer pork and loke ore serene stings, ond the immaculate grounds feoture neatly sriped grass and o manicured croquet lawn, The building provides on impressive backdrop for weddings, with towers, tral, huge stoined-glass windows ands Viclotion- style Orongery: Inside, there ore endless period features o enjoy in splendid surounclngs LET'S CELEBRATE! All couples have exclusive use of the house and grounds for heir spacial day. Vows are token in The Orangery (130 guests) before ‘making use of the many grand and elegont reception rooms. The Great Hall's vauted ceiling, minstrel’ gollery and roaring og fie ‘make for on impressive welcome, The Drowing Room, wit is hand= painted ceiling and wall of windows, is another favoutt. For fine dining with view, couples will love The Bongueting Hll, which ‘overlooks the deer park and rose garden. WE LOVE. Neorlyweds con hos! an informal gathering the night before the ‘wedding for up to 40 loved ones ot Peregrine House There's also ‘eccommadation for up to 110 people for the wedding night.The Ideal Venue for dding Receptions ALDWICK VENUE OPEN DAY SUNDAY 26” SEPTEMBER 2021 MAM-3PM + FREE ENTRY Vist our website for delals SUBLIME A STUNNING WEDDING VENUE LIKE NO OTHER THAT'S TRULY OUT OF THE ORDINARY Nell ine of ion es igs Goi Vins psi Con et Suspension Bridge and the Avon Gorge itself fete een OO eer eee ee eee SO Re eae eat eS eee ee ee | ee er ee ee ee ey Sd freer cere SYoUF Wisi to sce and fully appreciate how the mix of historic harm and modern design could be the perfect background for your wedding. oe PATIENTS Perl eens:OLD DOWN ESTATE ‘The heme «| wedding cvcellence’ EMAIL INFO@OLDDOWNESTATE.CO.UK | CALL 0344 7769380 OLD DOWNRee Onee eye eis ales Seer ners ocin ken RERera eae a ehoyi.lny ee =REAL WEDDINGS ‘om and Elza me inthe mid-noughtes MySpace, “We spenttwo weeks ‘dating’ by going othe local bakery on our school member She wos atracted to Tom's honesy ond hoppy energy, while Tom wos drovin in by the mystery ofthe new gi ot scho Atte discovering a trong 3n ond easy-flowing onverstion, the pai made i oficial when Tom asked Elsa to be his giriend Ihwos eleven years down the line when the time was ight 9. The pair ware finally sted in heir 1 home after yeors of long-distance relationship while tudying to bet 1. "The proposal war a long time coming, s0| was in anticipation of,” Elsa tell us, “To 9 «around this, Tom had to work out @ way to surprise me.” He did this by arriving rly on 2 random Thursday evening so she wouldn't suspect thing, “One moment | wos watching cbvious reotons that couldnt go cheod - s0 eer an agonising wit thay finally Hed 17 Apri, 2021. We caught up wih Ela to find out how they did it THE PERFECT SETTING The whole wedding dey was planned around the stuning Orangery ot Goldney House. “Before we were engaged, | ell in lave with the vanue when we saw iton the BBC's She when Dr Watson got matied there,” Esa explains, "There cof our wedding plans snowbelled rom ths becutiful building and gordens.” Leigh Cout iss! stone's throw away, so the When it com the main hing thot chang ‘he number of guess ~ going from 90 people to 13. To ft with resrictions, we had to hire @ marquee tide othe ‘Orangery, and we weren' allowed to stay there all evening, which i where ur third venue, Clifton Observatory, come in. PUTTING THEIR STAMP ON The pair chose o beoutful springtime poet yellow, with the Rorols centred around Elsa's fo forget-me-nols. They wanted to add a gorgeous: day, s0 they hod gorden roses and freesas woven into the design. “The only thing thot didnt match wae 4 the toptable,” Esa soysDosceves the beaulful Orangery at Goldoy Fteuse, set in stunning landseqped gardens, the perfect vaue far your special day! The degant Qrangory everlocking the g Pe Yu y y ge g ramuntic gardens offers a wonderful space far wedding, recgptians for up lo 110 guests y 7 yy Ney 7 ¥ Out friendly and experienced Events Team laak farward la hearing fram you! 4 v gy fam € Jontacl Cus uob-venues@bristol.ac.uk @goldneyevents he Orangery at Goldney House, Lower Clifton Hill, Bristol, BS8 1BH e Pink tulle hat with mul-coloured roses, made-to-order, hips//rachelvevormorgan.com 1B-cara gold earings with Akoya pearls, £175 each, Ips//otelenwm copa Soin sondal, £169, coloved in Fuchsia using the yeable sevice, £30, htpe//sorgassoendgray.com Green embellished maxi dress, £168, Y Grey georgette gown with hand swwaitle-mishess com pg cred Roral embroidery, £1299, worm oorvidesa.co.uk wLOVE AND FASHION UNITED reenter ree ro TEE ees een ae Pere eri Pore ta oe pees Serene des FOLLOW THE FLOCK David Watson collaborates wih local Yorkshire ats! Clare Lindley to create clasic British design: Resting Sheep Pocket Squore, Clare who has spent her life drowing and ‘exploring the woods ond fields, creates her pictures from paper, in layers of colour with intricately hand-cut detail Inspired by the ‘countryside ond wildlife thot surrounds her hese shoep are keeping cool under the toes in early summer ond makes fora rather eye: cotching diplay on big-day ate, Priced £45, fram worw.davidwwatson sk GROOMS’ NEWS ekroeayg The Perfume Shop has a itseverrexponding offering, Amani Code EDP for Him two new fragrances to ideal for thoes that love orienta fragrances; wih top notes of bergamot, lemon and manderin, « heat of lavender and rosemary, and a base of cederwood, tonka bean and vanilla, Priced £72{60ml, £92{ 110m), Montblanc Explorers great for those that love woody scents; boasing op notes of Halian bergamot ‘ond pink pepper, a heart cof marine accord ond grey amber, and a bose of potchoul ond wood, Priced £252{60ml, £72( 100m, Both avcilable from worwshepertumeshop.com nas NEWS All the latest best buys and product launches FINISHING TOUCHES hotles Tyrwhitt has intoduced o personalisation service forthe discerning suit shopper, enabling grooms and quests to ‘experience a trly bespoke approach to big-day tailoring ‘Whether ts the fawless tailored fof Chatles Tyrwhit suit jacket, tuxedo or shiet. ‘you con choose addtional tye elements from the ining othe lapel design — details hat rmoks i unique to yout Prices stort kom £79 fore custom shiet and £399 for a custom suit, Vist www etshircom Pat yous ool in tt The new George Chukke Boot — Blue, £145 from Percy Side, is perfect for fashion-forward grooms, ‘groomsmen and guess looking to create a stylish ‘ensemble on the big day. 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We also love silly hond- pointed floral cakes overlapped with 3D lowers to bring the design to life Georgiana Tamas | Poth & Cake | www.pothandcake.co.vkCRE eS ea Dera Thar See a een Str ee od at; weddings, bithdoys, engagement ond corporate @ poe eres re eerie ae ener rte: fer coon pants Mobile DJ/Disc 15% OFF Code - AWTIS Candy Carts Garden Game's Eases Office: 01934 820037 Cee ae recat eRe uae) Unit 28, Knightcott Industrial Estate, Banwell, 8:29 6jn county WEDDING MAGAZINES the hunt fora local venu ly looking for ideas and advice * Find locel suppliers County Wedding Magazines * Top planning tips from the pros + Tall us about your big doy for your chance to appear in the magazine * Special subscription offers + Win wedding essentials with our exclusive giveaways and competitionsIdyllic destinations for when you can hop, skip and jump on to a plane again, along with some MF Uk beauties for the ultimate staycation, HOME HON pee CWS Located in St Andrews overlooking he breathtaking Scottish coastline, Old Course Hotel Golf Reson & Spathos undergone o series of renovations including refurbished ‘wadding verve spaces he introduction of o penthouse, new guestrooms, as well as ‘0n oddionel destination restaurant and bor The luxury hotel wil boas! 175 rooms withthe introduction of third loor in the ‘Champions Wing’ and the addition of 31 new rooms, overlooking the Old Course. A penthouse wil alzo be added tothe fourth floor, which i he perfect honeymoon site ‘or con be enjoyed for a pos-wedding minimoon romantic breck. twill be the only suite wih @ private ih, balcony, outdoor seating and Firepit, wih spectacular views ‘overlooking West Sands Beach ond the gol course. Visit wwww.oldcoursehotl.ca.uk Beaverbrook hos dabuted an array of iresisible new gues experiences tha! celebrate ‘he bet things in fe, including the sensational Suey Mil. Siting proudly amid 470 ‘emerald acres of meadows, woodland and gardens, Beaverbrook offers unique ‘access fo pictue-postcard landscapes and hows dlightul discoveries for quests. A best-of British summer is guaranteed, thanks fo innovative balloon ding, vineyard tours, wine tastings, urbo e-bikes,taly-nspired al fresco feasts, and sel-driving jaunts ina classic ear ~ what more con newlyweds need, loxury, romance and adventure! (Check out www:beaverbraok co.uk Grantley Hal has launched an exciting selection of themed staycation packages perfect for UK minimooners. Guaranteed to blow away the lockdown lethargy, the packages ae themed ‘round outdoor exploration, gardens, cycling and wellness Guess staying over the warmer months will alsa be able to enjoy Grantley Halls enhanced al resco dining programme including, The Norton Courtyard and EightyEigh Terrace plus the stylish new outdoor dining space - The Orchard: relax, indulge and celebrate your newly marred status! Rooms at Grantley Hall start from £450 per room, pe night including breakfast, Check out wow. granlleyhalco.ukHONEYMOON NEWS, SAINT-TROPEZ [Nineteenth-century Chateau de la Messardre isa mojestc much-loved five-star palace hotel perched on ohiltop on the outskirts of Saint-Topez. The property, with is radomark domed cupolas and tures, has undergone extensive renovation fi cover the last wo years and is due to open July 2021 Soin-Trope2’s largest hota, it occupies 25 acres of glorious grounds overlooking the Céte d/Azur and Provencal countryside; highly acclaimed French crchitect and interior designer, Christophe Tollemer, over-sore the redesign incorporating the breothtoking views ond magical Medierraneon ligh. Rates start ram €1,150 in @ Classic Room based on a new inclusive rate concept, Check out hitps/ /airellesom/‘r/des /chatecu-de-la-messordiere-hotel ITALY \oke Como’ presigious Grond Hotel remezz0 eopens wih ‘ow rscuent and waltan oflrings. Te exctng new ounchas promise guess the epiome of lakeside lary, om Como’ very Frat akesido fish resourany, Giacomo ol Lage, and new walles ppokages focusing on the mind, body and soul. Rooms available from approx €550 (£470] per night. Check ‘out wow grandhoteemezz0.com IBIZA 7Pines Reson Ibiza is opening for he summer with @ new educational cond eco-friendly Kid's (Cub, @ new izckaya- style raw food concept ct Pershing Yacht Tertace, new wellnoss packages and a villa: experience offering Rates at 7Pines Resort Ibiza start fom cpproximataly €300 (£260) por night. Vist wow 7pines-ibize.comBack to nature PNT Mme Ma Me atte ae Me gT=N aerate Re Ma UC Mr eta ola eon eros create the ultimate photo album! Mara Nyika Camp, Kenya itseerpecpagne eit art nisin shang tomy ae ore wo ney oped oy wl eee aerate The comp Nhe bed c al 50000. .am on the western side of he Naboisho Conservancy in Kenya. Tembo Plains ( (Opening 1"July 2021, Tambo Plaine Camp isin the private 130,000-hectare Sopi Reserve adjacent tothe Zombezi River ond well known Mana Pools Reserve (Offering four ques ens, and one two-bedroom family unit, with @ private guide for an exclusiva private safari experiance. The beauifu two-bedroomed family Tembo Suite consis of two tents wih shored leunge, dining area and ump, Zimbabwe for families (children og Lp], two couples ore couple looking to experience the ultimate private safer! ‘Activites avilable include morning ond night game drives, visting «local Masel Mara communiy and you can experience @ ho it the Maasai Mara at an additional cos. [Nightly rates from £860 per night. Visit the website for more details / /s2eaiplainsconservatos balloon ride oc -om /partfalio/mare-nyika Pointed wild dogs, lions leopards, buffalo and elephants are all wildlife sightings inthe Sop Private Reserve. Activities include day and night wilfe-viewing drives, walking solaris, canoeing cand boating Dereck and Beverly Joubert designed he camp themselves, paying homage to the very ancient Zmbawion culture and arafac [Nighlly toes inthe Fomily unit starts rom £2,280; a gues! ten! starts from £816 per person per night. Che for more information hips:/ /greotpai he following websio -onservation.com/portolia/tembo-plainsHONEYMOONS ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya ol Donyo is located on the Maasa-owned Mbirkoni Group Ranch, comprising of 275,000 acres of wildemess between Amboseli and Teavo National Parks and bordering Chyulv Hil National Park, Tis stnningly beoutul ‘area is incredibly diverse, and often has spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, This camp is very remote offering extreme privacy and a vast amount of activities fo choose from: morning ‘nd evening game drives, mountain biking, bush breakfost and dinners, quided bushwalks, racking, conservation and commonly outreach programmes and sleep-out sar-bed experiences. ol Donyo Lodge con ‘accommedate up to 16 guess sharing and children are welcome fram age five and up, Nighy rots from £530 per night. Visit htps://greatplainsconservation.com/pontflio/ol-denyo-ledge Duba Plains Camp, Botswana Duba Plains Camp ie located inthe c Okavengo Delta omong o motix of paln-dotted islands, tre ofthe ood plains and woodland (0n 0 39,000-hectare private - . a sav boating incredible ‘ : i game viewing F The exclusive comp evokes classic Akican 1920s syle ‘ond accommodates up to 10 guests shoring tented rooms (children must be age eight and upl. Guest wl enjoy their owa plunge poo! wih verandch ape ae shed vl indoor ond outdoor showers nd weeping 2 views ofthe sounding foodplins ond posing wife hom ti pray al ha ovn om de epee chon lows {ues lox round he br ora ws he camp chef whip vp elnary delights fon! of hem. Actes evel incl moming end ight game dives, swimming in he mein comp pool and king. mekor,canceing and booing depending on wetr eel Selinda Camp, Botswana Nightly rates from £1,400 per night. For more details visit Fase eerie ele Weel opaarevines ere ee erent cpanel hitps://greatplainsconservation.com/porttolio/duba-ploins new Selinda Camp is situated on a private 130,000-hectare Selinda reserve. This prisine crea is home to elephants, wild dogs and the famous Slinda Lion Pride recenly Featured in the National Geographic film Bit of Pride by Dereck ‘ond Beverly Jouber, the cofounders of Grea Plains. Selinda Comp wos completely refurbished in June 2019 and con ‘accommodate up to si guess shoring thee tented villas, including a fomily room ‘where chldcen aged eight and up are welcome. Each room has a private pool ‘ond in-room exercise equipment to osse in working off he sensational food and wine served at the comp's ine dining show kitchen, Activities include: morning ‘ond evening game dives, guided walks, local culure visis ond in-room spe ‘and wallnss treatments for an additional cot. Water-based activities are alto ‘oveilable depending onthe season, Nightly rates rom £1,400 per night. Check out he following website hiips:/ /greatpleinsconservation.com portfolio /selinda-camp for more info.Hannah Faulder receives a true Yorkshire welcome at The Alice Hawthorn in Nun Monkton rtving in Nun Monkton i ike stepping bockin ime. Nesled between York ond Horroget, the vloge ishome to a 20-acre {green surrounded by picture-perfect cotlages; ‘atthe centre is « twinkling pond, complete with dabbling ducks, Insects buzz mertily through the swaying gross and cows lazily graze among the buttercups. The huge maypole evokes that nostalgic country village fel This bucole seting is he home of he Grade Ilsted Alice Hawhorn. The pub has been cexpenly reimagined as o destination dining spot with luxury rooms while remaining rue to its purpose atthe heort of vilage life, We were told thatthe pub's namesake was a fomous racehorse owned by local man John Plummer, who unexpectedly received he horse in a will and named t ater the local blocksmith’s daughter. The building looks every bit he archetypal country pub, especially wih is cosy, dog friendly bor, and its serene setting means couldnt be more perfect for achilled-out honeymoon or post-vow getaway. Afar along few months of lockdown followed by grey ond drizly weother, my husband, Cal, and | were alighted to find that spring had finaly sprung when we onived at The Alice Hawthorn atthe lend of Moy. STAY We checked into one ofthe four Pub Rooms, hich boasted postcard-worty village: green views. Quiet despite the hubbub ofthe restaurant, the room's high celings and exposed beams create dromo, while the comfort, amenities and calming polete were homely. The room was dacorated with exceptional tase; is «real sil to retain the character of a place lke ‘his while injacing a modern edge. | particularly enjoyed luxuriatng inthe freestonding bathtub before jumping into the enormous bed with its crisp white sheets ‘A tour ofthe newly launched Garden Rooms othe rear ofthe pub showed that he impeccable style is carted throughout. Wih more than jst a nod ois agricultural rots, the rooms are constructed from Douglas fir and ished inside ond out with light-coloured fimber, The result isan oasis of calm, with a fealing of space ond an abundance of natural light EAT ‘he restourant has long been o foodie destination. Chef parinerJohn Topham focuses histolents on creating incredible menus with seasonal produce and local ingredients. To me, food tht reflects he locality end iso one with ite sing i eal luxury. The service ie wonderful atentve yet informal, the friendly staff add to the vibe. We particularly enjoyed chating with the lovely Enzo, whom we ended up having a drink with whila he told us stories ofthe pub's heritage, For foodie couples, there's @ gorgeous born-sile private ding room, which would make the most wonderulbig-day setting for up to 30 guests The Yorkshire asparagus starter with poached hew’s eggs and eroquete potatoes just fasted of springtime, while my veggie option of harssa ‘003 aubergine with tabbouleh and brood: bean pesto had the most wonderful balance cf flavours. My meat-eating husband had the special: sone base with gnocchi and mussels which he devoured. On the second nigh, he proclaimed the Whitby crab mayo wih guacamole and sweetcorn icecream the best BOOK IT: Pub Rooms athe Alice Hawhomn sar from £120 per night and Garden Rooms from £2140 peer night based on two adults sharing on @ BBB basis. Visit worwhealicehawthorn.com storter he'd ever eaten. Inthe moming, you ‘must treot yourelf othe breafost, The crushed ‘evocado and poached egg on sourdough ithe ideol way to start your day. Although we couldn’ take advantage of the hotel’ Pizza in the Gardens nights (hey stor in June, 20 for a future tip, perhaps), we could ivstimagine being in the Mediterraneon-style sting ofthe beer garden, toes-in-grase, with the smell of sone-baked pizza in the or cond a jazz bond creating the perfect summer-evening atmosphere. EXPLORE Ifyou can drag yourself away, there are plenty of great places to check out before retiing to the serenity of your room, ‘© The National Tus’ Beningbrough Hal is cccesibe via @ erryboot across the river from Nun Monkton. The laianate halls surrounded by beautiful formal gardens, ‘© Thor's plenty of gorgeous countryside to explore on foot. We visited the village's pretty church with ite Wllm Morts- designed stained-glass window, grabbed o sneak peak othe grand Priory and stoled down tothe river, There's even « handy book cof walk in the rooms ‘ Yorkshire Heart Vineyard is bout mile down the road. We could leove wihout a bot oftheir 088 wine © Nearby Horrogae i @ charming Vietorion spa town wih prety gardens ond boutique shops Arp othe famous Betlys Teo Rooms it practically a lagol obligation while here (thos who told my husband enyway) © York's huge draw wit the cy walls ta explore, the huge Gothic cathedral, the Jorvik Viking Centre ond the National Railway Museum. I's 0 busy day, but reting to The Alice Howthoxn’s beer gorden foro ‘wall-carned pint makes it oll worth itsled into the South-East comer of Cory in Agios loons Periseron, thi newly bull adults-only property is stuated adjacent to sister property MorBella Corfu Hotel. With he hotel nome Nido deriving from Italian meaning ‘nest the hotel reflects this ints warm and inmate environment wih a blend of Corot heritage and stylish confor. The property echoes Corfu's natural charm, making guess feel ot home during heir sto. The hotel boasts @ range of individually designed 70 junior sites, deluxe suites and luxury villas all with sunning panoramic views across the glistening waters ofthe lonian Sea. Every luxurious and elegant room is inspired by the natural enviconment, complemented by sleek design ‘and modern amenities, with breathtaking scenery and sea views ot every ten. With adults in mind, quests willbe able to wine ond dine in rve MarBellous style ot MarBella Nido's San Giovanni Restaurant and the ‘Apoggio Gourme! é la cote restaurant, ond indulge in ronge of ‘authentic Greek and loon cuisine, For a mora relaxed gourmet ofering, PRIZE: County Wedding Magazines has teamed up with ‘MoBella Callecton o offer readers the chance to win 2 three-nigh stay for wo people in @ Junior Suite ot MorBella Nido on a half-board basis. Closing date 8" October unless therwise stated. Terms and Conditions apply. Please see our website for detail HOW TO ENTER ¢ For your chance fo win, simply answer the for ply answer _' following quesin: Which erystal clear seo can be seen from the pool bor? Enter online at yourbrisolzomersetwedding Oates quests can head fo the Aquavit Poo! é le corte for a light al esc meal with spactacular views ofthe crystal clear lonian Sea and the mainlond cout of Greece, MorBella Hotels’ song wellness focus encompasees a delightful menu ofspatheropies end realmens, rom oromotherapy messoges to full body scrubs from French spa brand Cing Mandes ~ leaving guests Feeling pompered, de-sressed ond reinvigorated, In addition, the hotel group has been working hard ta enhance ther foodie oflering with nev gastronomic adventures including cooking clases, expert wine asings tnd loco! ‘Dine Out evenings at neorby tavernas This lxury seafront hotel offers dec! access o an immaculate and fully serviced beach with sunbeds and porasols, quetis are also welcome to make use of he water sports availabe athe hotel Alternatively, relaxation can be fulltime occupation, simply bask nthe Greek sun under he shade of «sun parasol with a refreshing dink in hand from MarBella Nido's Aquavit Poo! 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