Regulars 3 EDITOR’S LETTER A few words from Rachel 7 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on news from around Essex 97 COMPETITION Win a seven-night all-inclusive honeymoon at Club Med Seychelles In this issue... SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 Venues 15 SOUTHEND VENUES Tie the knot in a local hotspot WIN A SEVEN-NIGHT ALL-INCLUSIVE HONEYMOON AT CLUB MED SEYCHELLES Features 29 SIP, PLAY, CELEBRATE Surrounded by open fields, a tranquil lake and picturesque views, Barnfield Weddings provides the perfect backdrop for this vibrant styled shoot, celebrating the bridal party with bold colour, playful guest experiences and joyful modern wedding inspiration. 45 DRAPED IN DECADENCE Set within the breathtaking architecture of St Osyth Priory, this editorial proves that timeless elegance doesn’t have to mean playing it safe. When heritage meets bold design, the result is unforgettable. 50 THE END OF PERFECT We explore how couples are falling out of love with perfection and choosing documentary wedding photography 57 BEYOND BORDERS Love to travel? Bring the vibe of your favourite overseas destination to your British big day Win 97 84 45 36 4
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