Your North West Wedding- February / March 2021 (Issue 66)

6 W elcome to the first issue of 2021! I don’t know about you, but after a pretty miserable 2020, I can’t wait to see what this year holds. There are so many wedding shows, real weddings and wonderful events that are set to take place soon and I cannot wait! Our February/March issue has always been one of my favourites, with New Year’s just been and Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many of you will have received a gorgeous ring – congratulations! Whether you’re planning a small celebration or a grand affair, we have heaps of inspiration to help you plan the wedding of your dreams. Just think of us as your new BFF when it comes to planning and if you’re looking for more content, make sure you check out our social media pages. This issue we’ve rounded up planning tips from wedding experts, we have an abundance of inspiration in our venue styling feature, the latest news from local suppliers and some amazing offers. If like me, you love seeing the latest real weddings and styled shoots, then you’ll be pleased to hear we have three stunning weddings starting on page 21 and two styled shoots beginning on page 49. Remember if you’ve been involved in a styled shoot or are planning to get married, get in touch at Melissab@kdmediapublishing.com or via our website for your chance to be featured. I hope you enjoy the issue! Melissa x Melissa Barker, Editor Love is in the air Make a grand entrance with a showstopping gown. Amanda and Phil had a fairytale themed celebration at the grand Storrs Hall. Planning to get married in a glorious garden? We’ve rounded up some of the best local venues. Here at Your North West Wedding, we understand how overwhelming organising your nuptials can be, especially during a pandemic. To help we’ve spoken to local experts and asked what you should be aware of being booking. 74 39 63 17 26 Win a five-night luxury honeymoon in the Seychelles. www.insta gram.com/infinity.photography.events www.alpo rline.co.uk EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Melissa Barker | Editor melissab@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | Senior Editor and Beauty Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers | Sarah Hill Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley Web Development Manager Stuart Weatherley ADVERTISING Sales & Events Director Sarah Ellis | 01376 538 490 sarahm@county.wedding Account Manager Julia Owen | 01376 538556 juliao@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your North West Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility for advert content, or of the standing of advertisers or by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Your North West Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £18.20 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing and sent to Your North West Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com EDIA BLISHING ENTS BLISHING EVENTS & PUBLISHING cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS ISSN 2392-2802 www.lady birdsphotography.com