Emma and Siobhan met in modern fashion, on an online dating app! “Emma had recently been catfished and didn’t hold out much hope for online dating anymore,” shares Siobhan. “We found out later we actually had a mutual friend – so they could have introduced us!” For their first date, the pair headed to The Castle pub on Oldham Street in Manchester city centre. “We’re very different personality wise, but both hold the same values which is important so hit it off straight away.” Emma proposed to Siobhan on their summer holiday in August 2023, outside the small cottage they’d rented in the Loire Valley, France. “At the time our daughter was just one. We were both of the opinion that marriage wasn’t for us, but Emma changed her mind after making a podcast earlier that year for BBC Sounds called ‘Danny Beard on love and same sex marriage’. Interviewing different LGBT couples from all over the country made her realise how important and beautiful marriage could be.” On the day, after a lovely barbecue and dessert Emma made Siobhan close her eyes and when she opened them, she was on one knee with her grandma’s engagement ring. “Despite being in a wine region Emma made a rash purchase in a corner store and we celebrated with the worst wine ever!” laughs Siobhan. “We bought Champagne a few days later and celebrated again!” The big date was set, 28th October 2024, with Salford Lads Club providing the backdrop for the ceremony and The Black Friar, Salford, setting the scene for the reception after the ’I dos’. SETTING THE SCENE Emma and Siobhan loved Salford Lads Club from the moment they went in. “The volunteers were brilliant – and we especially loved how the money from our wedding would go to a real club for young people that would benefit young girls and boys in the Salford area.” shares Siobhan. “The building is also gorgeous and close to REAL WEDDINGS 25
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