Regulars 3 EDITOR’S LETTER Rachel Westall shares her top picks from this issue 7 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on news from around Essex 97 COMPETITION Win a lakeside mini-moon in the Brecon Beacons In this issue... SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2025 Venues 17 SOUTHEND VENUES Tie the knot in a local hotspot 19 DREAM VENUES Feel inspired by our local venue highlights WIN A LAKESIDE MINI-MOON IN THE BRECON BEACONS Features 29 ALWAYS BY YOUR SIDE This whimsical shoot at Apton Hall celebrates the emotional bond between a bride and her maid of honour 41 STUDIO SOLSTICE The creative environment on S.T.U.D.I.O was the perfect space to really show off this beautifully bohemian, elegant, styled shoot 45 GET IT BOOKED Wedding wheels! 49 SAVOUR THE DAY Sustainable catering, tick. Bar options, tick. How to make your catering options stand out from the rest. 64 FINDING YOUR SEASON Seasonal inspiration for a unique wedding reception 81 ZODIAC BRIDES Could your star sign help you plan your dream wedding? Here, we uncover your true desires Win 97 22 29 68 4
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