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The Guildhall in Bury St. Edmunds is offering a special deal for micro-weddings. Priced at £400 for the ceremony (normally £550), the deal is perfect for couples looking to tie the knot in January, February, or March 2024, from Tuesday to Thursday, with up to eight of their nearest and dearest. The ceremony will be held in the Robing Room, which was used in the past for the mayor and other dignitaries of the town to change into their ceremonial robes.
The price includes access to The Guildhall on your wedding day for 45 minutes before the ceremony and up to one hour afterwards. You can arrange for drinks to be served either in the garden, the Robing Room or the Royal Observer Corps Ops Room after the ceremony, if you wish. You have access to the courtyard and gardens (weather permitting) for photographs, and volunteer witnesses can be provided if required for a small donation to Guildhall funds.
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Andrew Cooper from ACMAGIC has won ‘Best Magician in the North West’ at The Wedding Industry Awards 2024 – congratulations! Andrew has been entertaining audiences for more than 10 years and has an impressive 25 years of experience in magic.
“The awards were voted for exclusively by my happy wedding clients, and I would like to dedicate this award to each and every one of them, as if it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t be where I am today,” says Andrew. “I’d also like to give a shout out to all my amazing followers for supporting me on this amazing journey. When I started doing magic as my full-time job, I could only dream of being recognised as the best in the North West. A special mention must go to my dad, David Cooper, who has been an integral part of my business, and without his love and support, I would never have come this far.”
ACMAGIC is now a national finalist, with the results being announced on the 24th January 2024 in an awards ceremony in London.
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Couples looking for something special for their guests will love Warwickshire Gin Company's miniature spirits, which make the perfect table favours.
Great conversation starters, the inspiration behind the award-winning distillery’s collection comes from a desire to capture a moment in history, develop flavours to fully represent the county’s own unique story, and bring the range of hand-crafted flavours to life.
The new special-edition rums are among those also now available in 5-cl servings, with the added option of rope-handled gift bags and tonics or even handmade chocolates infused with their own gin or rum. The rum collection is inspired by Warwickshire’s own legendary boxing champion, Randolph Turpin, who earned himself the nickname Leamington Licker.
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We've teamed up with Be Spoke Petals to share an exclusive offer for nearlyweds! Discover the offer in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.
We're getting married at Christmas and I really want to be able to get outside for some photographs. What can I wear to keep me warm that will complement a wedding dress? Fran Smith at Birchington Brides (https://birchingtonbrides.co.uk) says: From wraps to bridal capes, fur to cashmere, there are so many options for a bride to keep warm and remain stylish at a winter wedding. A shawl, wrap or pashmina can help keep your arms warm during outdoor festivities and, while available in neutral tones, could be used to add a pop of colour to your attire.
For a winter fairytale twist, a bridal cape can be the perfect option. Opt for soft shades for a demure look or brighter colour from your palette for a striking contrast to your gown. For a boho vibe, why not consider a crochet or knitted shawl, which are gaining popularity and would add to the festival feel.
Ladies, don't forget to keep your feet warm during that outdoor photo shoot! With many brides choosing long dresses for winter weddings, no one can see what's on your feet, so why not pop on a pair of warm winter boots? They'll help to keep your feet warm and may stop your teeth from chattering as you smile for the camera.
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COLOURS OF WINTER
Louise from Louise Roots Florist (www.louiseroots.com) says: Whatever the season, white wedding flowers are always stunning. For white winter weddings, use hellebore, contrasting ivory and white roses, with white cyclamen stems, ranunculus, large white amaryllis, ivory hydrangea and anemone. For a warmer, glamorous design, add to this flecks of gold fern with ample gold table dressing. Or, for a cooler, wintry vibe, use lots of silvery grey foliage instead with scented eucalyptus, spruce and pine.
For a more traditionally Christmas feel, I suggest a design with warm jewel colours such as greens, burgundy and terracotta. Add deep claret roses with dusky pink hellebore and plum ranunculus, with mottled hydrangea. For a slightly softer look, pair with dusky, neutral and beige roses. Then, if your venue allows, add lots of warm, romantic, cosy candlelight. It always transforms a room.
Alternatively, if you prefer warm rustic designs, opt for terracotta and copper hues, with toffee roses and mixed burnt orange ranunculus. Add textures with plenty of mixed winter foliage such as magnolia and cedar.
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I simply adore the sound of the Sax and so do all of you, or so it seems. Hiring a saxophonist has become all the rage in recent years. Paula offers her services performing on saxophone for your ceremony, drinks reception (or cocktail hour!), throughout your wedding breakfast and even throughout your evening - playing along with the DJ. All of these options can be arranged in a bespoke wedding package. Simply visit her website or call her to hear more
07957 173 481 | paula@paulaborrell.com | www.paulaborrellsax.com
One lucky winner will receive a trip to Rhodes! Discover the details in our November/December issue of Your London Wedding.
The Grange in Lincolnshire provided a picture-perfect backdrop to this styled shoot. The team created a luxury picnic for two under a 300-year-old oak tree called William. Discover stunning attire in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.
Anyone who knows me well will tell you that I'm a fan of retro cars! I love this red and white classic convertible Austin Nash Metropolitan that real wedding couple Hannah and James chose for their special day - see more on page 39 of the latest issue available to download now for FREE!
Natalie Silvester Photography took this stylish snap of real wedding couple Georgia and Nathan on their special day at The Pear Tree Purton, Wiltshire. Turn to page 26 of the latest issue available to download now for FREE to read all about it.
Are you newly engaged this January and looking to elope? Then check out the various packages on offer with BoHo Cornwall Elopements, which has teamed up with Pengersick Castle in Penzance. Packages include the Registrar Packages, the Celebrant Package, the Vow Renewal Package and the Elegant and Wild Package. To find out more and to book, call 01736 763 973 or visit www.facebook.com/PengersickCastle or www.facebook.com/boho.cornwall. Don't forget to download the latest issue of our magazine NOW for free!
Chloe and Ryan met through a mutual friend. “I used to be a barber and cut Ryan’s hair,” says Chloe. “We bonded through our love of Harry Potter, and the rest is history.”
Ryan proposed on Chloe’s birthday. “It was a few months after the birth of our daughter Matilda,” shares the bride. “It was a complete surprise! He told me there was a present behind the sofa, but when I looked, there was nothing there. I turned around, and there he was, down on one knee.”
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Heather and Joe met while studying at university. “Although we were on different courses, we lived together in the same accommodation during our first year,” says Heather. “We were friends for a year and got together the following summer. I always found Joe attractive, particularly because of his bright blue eyes. He was always the funny one in the group, and we would spend a lot of time together as friends.”
Joe proposed on Christmas Eve in 2021. “We had been together for over six years, but it was still a surprise,” shares the bride. “We were out on our annual Christmas Eve dog walk, and as we cut through some woodland, Joe ran off ahead to make sure we could get through a small field at the end. He then came back and said it was all fine, so we carried on walking. Up ahead in the field, there was a tree, and Joe told me there was a surprise waiting for me. As I approached, I could see there was something hanging off one of the branches. Once I got closer, I could see it was a Christmas bauble with the words, ‘Will you marry me?’ on it. When I turned around, Joe was down on one knee with a ring! Joe had handmade the bauble himself, which really showed how much effort he had put into the proposal. He had thought about making sure it was somewhere private but also somewhere we could visit often, as it was not far from our home. Every year, both sets of parents come and stay with us for Christmas, so it was even more special that we were able to celebrate with everyone together that night.”
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Me’sha and Darren are musicians who met when she was performing her original music at Shepherds Bush Cricket Club. “He’s a drummer, educator, and two-time all-natural bodybuilding champion; I’m a singer, actor, and vocal coach,” says Me’sha. “I had a habit of firing drummers from my band, so when I first set eyes on Darren, I thought, ‘Oh no! He’s really handsome!’ Annoyingly, he’d been really attentive when learning my music, brought his own drumkit to the gig, knew all the lyrics to my songs, and was really good with children. We were also both members of the faculty at a specialist music school in London, so not long after that, we started dating, and I didn’t have to fire him from my band!”
Darren proposed on New Year’s Eve in 2021. “We’d been watching Alicia Keys perform on TV,” shares the bride. “He left the room, came back, got down on one knee, and proposed to me next to the sofa. Sadly, I don’t remember any of his proposal, because as soon as I heard him say my name and I saw the ring in the box, it was like I was suddenly underwater. I do, however, remember our hug afterwards and the look of relief on his face when I said yes.”
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What's not to love about this beautiful shot captured by William Lane Photography? Discover more stunning shots in our November/December issue, available to download for free now!
Kay and Kenny met at a soul night. “On our first date, Kenny wanted an informal vibe, so we wined and dined me at our local Wetherspoons’ curry night!” says Kay. “I knew then he was a keeper! He also makes me laugh and is an amazing cook, which was definitely the way to my heart.”
Kenny proposed after 14 years together. “By now we had two children and had spoken about getting married in the past, but nothing ever came of it,” remembers the bride. “It was a huge surprise when Kenny proposed by writing a cryptic ‘WYMM’? in a Christmas card I opened on Christmas Day 2022. It was a lovely morning; we drank lots of buck’s fizz before getting ready for the day.”
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Rachel and Ghandi met at a friend's party. “At the party, knee and asking me to marry him. It was an absolute surprise, Ghandi asked how my son was doing (from a previous marriage), and the rest is history,” says Rachel. “There's a 17-year age gap between us, which on paper shouldn't work, but as Ghandi says, he's Peter Pan and has never grown up, so that helps! We spent two years living 230 miles apart and only seeing each other every other weekend until Ghandi made the commitment to close his business, sell his house, and move to Wales.”
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Magenta and teal are set to make waves in wedding colour palettes for 2024, so shoot coordinators Amy from Amy Charlotte Makeup and Petrina from Photography by Petrina decided to showcase these bold hues set against traditional dresses.
“We wanted a more editorial feel to the shoot,” Petrina says. The duo were keen to support other small local business so set about hand-picking their collaborators for their project.
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These earrings, the Amelie Gold Pearl Earrings, are perfect for your wedding day. What's best they'll certainly be worn again. The tones will look great on your honeymoon, total golden hour vibes! The earrings are from Essex based designer Nina Kane Jewellery.
Visit: www.ninakane.com
