REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER What not to miss, this issue 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on news from around Essex 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 81 HOT TOPIC Local experts offer stellar advice 72 COMPETITION Win diamond jewellery worth £800 CONTENTSMAY/JUNE 2025 VENUES 21 HISTORIC VENUES Buildings that age like a fine wine, majestic! 25 LOCAL VENUES Wed in and around Chelmsford On the cover Our cover image was captured by The Bearded Photographers. We loved learning all about Hannah and Ben’s amazing western-themed wedding! See more images from their day on page 35. Visit: www.thebeardedphotographers.co.uk 52 21 FEATURES 41 PINK LADIES A fun shoot to inspire you and your bride tribe! 49 SCRUMDIDDLYUMPTIOUS Local cake companies talk us through their favourite W Day bakes 59 LET’S PLAY DRESS UP We spoke to five local boutiques about their top three gowns! 74 HEN DO SURVIVAL HACKS Wedding planning expert Georgie Mitchell breaks down how to save money, stay sane and celebrate the bride-to-be 3
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