Your North East Wedding - January/February 2024 (Issue 60)

sweethearts Jess and Ryan had been together for more than a decade when they tied the knot at the Blackwell Grange Hotel Images courtesy of Fyzal Photography Jess and Ryan first met when they were 15 and 16 years old. “Ryan has never failed to make me laugh and has given me belly giggles since we met,” says Jess. “We have been through every big life event together, such as first jobs and cars, and unlike many childhood sweethearts that sometimes grow apart, we grew up together and remained close.” Ryan proposed on a mountain in Lake Garda in 2018. “He got it all on video and it was magical,” shares the bride. “It was a complete surprise and Italy has since become our favourite destination.” Here Jess shares some of her favourite moments from their big day... CHILDHOOD 37 REAL WEDDINGS

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