Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - February / March 2021 (Issue 81)

CLOSING CREDITS Venue | Tone Dale House Photographer | www.johansfordphotography.com Videographer | www.kbmediauk.co.uk Bride’s dress | www.phase-eight.com Bride’s alterations | www.facebook.com/heidissewingroomwellington Hair | www.bridalhairbyrosanne.co.uk Make-up | https://makeupbybeckyflynn.com Groom’s suit | www.halonmenswear.co.uk Ushers’ suits | http://astaires.co.uk Bespoke tie | www.themerchantfox.co.uk Flowers | www.interiorsandflowers.com Cake | www.mandysclassiccakes.co.uk Vegan cake | www.facebook.com/theplanetplantcafe Laser-cut place settings | www.f3design.co.uk Outdoor games | www.birdshilldays.com Alpacas | www.facebook.com/quantockalpaca Band | Breakthrough www.alivenetwork.com Catering | www.milkshedcatering.com Pizzas | www.chanburyswoodfired.com We aimed to make the weekend as fun as possible, while reflecting the best of the South West. We had gin-tasting on the Friday night, with local gins bought from Rumwell Farm Shop in Taunton. There was also a selection of locally brewed ales, and no Somerset wedding would be complete without cider from Sheppy’s Cider in Taunton. On Saturday, Matthew from Birds Hill Days set up on the back lawn and guests were able to take part in archery and pistol shooting. The less competitive people were catered for by Quantock Alpaca Trekking, who brought along three alpacas for guests to take for a walk around the grounds. The ceremony took place at 4pm, after which we had drinks and canapés on the lawn followed by dinner. In the evening, our band, Breakthrough, helped us party the night away. My wonderful friends at Southey Farm in Wellington surprised me with an extra guest: my horse, Educado, or Eddie to his friends! He loved meeting and greeting everyone – especially those with Polos! His presence really added something special to the reception. LOUISE’S TOP TIP: “Take your time, relax and enjoy it! Trust your bridal party to sort out any last-minute issues on the day. ” 44