CONTENTS APRIL/MAY 2022 On the cover... This issue’s cover was organised by ZAZevents (www.zazevents.co.uk) and photographed by Tanya Weekes (www.tanyaweekes.com) at the charming Sandhole Oak Barn (www.sandholeoakbarn-weddings.co.uk). To see the full shoot and list of suppliers, turn to page 73. 51 69 REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER What to look out for in this issue 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on the latest from around the North West 12 COMPETITION Win a honeymoon in St Lucia 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 55 HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions VENUES 15 SPOTLIGHT ON LANCASHIRE Discover some of the best venues in the area 25 THE GREAT OUTDOORS Tie the knot in a tent, tipi or marquee FEATURES 45 PICTURE PERFECT Local photographers reveal some of their favourite weddings from 2021 48 HERE COME THE GIRLS County Wedding Magazines editor Melissa Barker shares her wedding planning journey 51 GOTHIC ROMANCE Fall in love with this moody styled shoot at Askham Hall 59 COLOUR POP A group of local suppliers worked together to create this festival-themed styled shoot at THE VENUE at Bowness Bay Brewing 63 INTIMATE ROMANCE How to plan a small celebration 69 HOLD ME CLOSE Be inspired by this earthy styled shoot at Holesfoot 73 HERE COMES THE SUN Shot at Sandhole Oak Barn, this colourful styled shoot is full of fun inspiration www.claregelderdphotography.co.uk www.mindycoe.com 59 www.ailsareevephotography.com 3
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