3 REGULARS 7 EDITOR’S LETTER A warm welcome from Claire 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on news from around the regions 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 54 HOT TOPIC Local experts offer big-day advice 90 COMPETITION A fairytale escape awaits at Ballygally Castle in Northern Ireland CONTENTS FEBRUARY/MARCH 2023 FEATURES 45 SOMETHING GREEN Matara in Gloucestershire provided the perfect venue for this beautiful styled shoot 49 ECO-FRIENDLY WEDDINGS How to create a sustainable special day 53 LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU In the words of singer Robbie Williams, create a fun reception packed with surprises for guests! 56 CALLING ALL ANIMAL LOVERS We've put together the ultimate guide to pets at weddings to help you create the perfect day On the cover... Stunning wedding venue Matara in Gloucestershire provided the beautiful backdrop for our cover this issue. The styled shoot that took place there was a collaboration of several talented local wedding suppliers and was expertly captured by J Ehlers Photography. Read all about it on page 45. 70 VENUES 15 A STORY TO TELL These magical venues are steeped in history 21 SPOTLIGHT ON Wedding venues in North Wiltshire and Swindon 84
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