MOMENTS THAT MATTER After more than 20 years in the wedding industry as an events planner, Donna Hartley-Redfearn has created multi-award-winning weddings worldwide. Over the Covid-19 pandemic, Donna has been working hard to become qualified as a celebrant and has launched North East Wedding Celebrant to offer couples meaningful and personal ceremonies. Donna says, “Being a celebrant has been a secret dream of mine and the lockdown gave me the opportunity to train to become one – I’ve never looked back.” The company has a laid-back approach perfect for couples who crave something a little different on their wedding day. Donna adds, “Whether that be an eco-style ceremony in the forest, a modern ceremony in an urban warehouse or an intimate elopement on a mountainside – no two wedding ceremonies should be the same.” Celebrant weddings can take place in any location and give couples complete control to make their ceremony extra special and personal. Donna adds, “I find humour plays a huge part in the script for my couples. The ceremonies will be more fun, deeply meaningful and will have your guests talking for years to come.” Check out: www.northeastweddingcelebrant.co.uk NEWS All the latest happenings from around the region CALLING ALL SWEET LOVERS Situated in Northamptonshire, Sweet Lounge Gummies provides high-quality sweets made from natural ingredients. The business first launched in 2014 and the team has been working hard to create delicious sweets that are all vegan and don’t include any artificial colours or flavours. The staff is thrilled to be launching in stores around the North East with five of its popular gummies in its core range, including Fruity Bears, Fizzy Blue Raspberry Bottles, Fizzy Strawberry Hearts, Fizzy Cola Bottles and Fizzy Fruity Bears. The company uses environmentally friendly packaging that’s 100 per cent plastic-free and are all compostable. The sweets are the perfect addition to weddings and can make great favours or the perfect addition to sweet tables, which kids will go crazy for. No one will have to miss out on the treats as each one is gluten, soy and dairy-free! Check out: www.sweetlounge.co.uk Nearlywed www.unfurlphotography.co.uk NEW VENUE ALERT Situated in Northumberland, Marshall Meadows Manor House is a stunning new Georgian venue that has just opened after being recently renovated. The team has been working hard behind the scenes to create the perfect luxury hotel that provides a tranquil setting for customers. Couples can tie the knot in the beautiful Coast House, dine in The Lowry Room, enjoy drinks receptions and canapés in the tranquil gardens and after a full day of celebrating, guests can relax in the stunning bedrooms that sleep up to forty people in total. This property will wow all guests with breathtaking sea views that provide plenty of photographic opportunities. The staff will work with couples to help lovebirds have the perfect day, and pairs can book the exclusive wedding package if desired to have the whole venue to theirselves. Check out: https://marshallmeadowsmanor.co.uk www.jonathanstocktonphotography.com YOUR ESSENTIALS 9
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