86 WIN! Win a luxury mid-week break for two at the Gainsborough Bath Spa Worth £1,250 32 SWEET STACK If you’re not sold on the idea of a wedding cake, there are plenty of mouth-watering alternatives available from cheese cakes to macron towers. Yes, the summer is here! Finally... Is it me or does winter seem longer every year? As loyal readers will know, I’m a total winter bunny, but even I get a bit disheartened with the long nights and drizzle after a while. After all, there is a season. And what does summer mean? Altogether now – weddings! While it’s now truer than ever that every season is wedding season, it’s undeniable that summer is still the most popular pick. The weather can be somewhat more reliable, and this gorgeous county is looking its very best. For me summer speaks to lazing about with a picnic, barbecues, warm evenings enjoyed al fresco, and day trips with friends – it’s a vibe! If the same rings true for you, did you know these are all things you can include in your wedding day? When it comes to food, get creative and ditch the formal seating plan in favour of an informal setup with grazing feasts or a hearty barbecue served in your venue’s grounds. Indeed, we highly recommend opting for a venue with glorious gardens or super-cute courtyard with Med-style atmosphere at this time of year, purely because of the opportunities it affords you in terms of making the most of those long evenings. Think cosy firepits, blankets in case it does get a bit chilly, and heaps of charming festoon lighting. If you love nothing more than getting away for an adventure with friends, why not turn your wedding into a weekend away with your closest cohort? Many local venues offer two-to-three-day hire allowing you to get settled the night before, enjoy a delicious meal together before celebrating the big day and rounding out the weekend with a morning-after breakfast together. Some offer this format utilising on-site accommodation in the form of charming cottages or renovated farm buildings, while others allow for bell tent hire and glamping. So, you’ll be able to find the dream location whatever your style. This issue we delve into 2025’s top venue styling trends, which we hope will inspire you. Plus, if you’re in two minds about whether to go for a wedding cake or not, don’t miss our in-depth feature with plenty of advice and tips to help you decide. So, as ever, enjoy and keeeep planning! Kelly x ISSN 1746-9384 Your Yorkshire Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by Ellis Media and Events Ltd. 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 Yorkshire Wedding is published six times a year. Kelly Andrews, editor 22 COWBOY ERA Star and Ben decided to give a nod to their love of country music and included cowboy hat motifs both in their own looks and as little touches in their venue styling. 16 PICTURE PERFECT Charlotte and Matthew’s was the first wedding ceremony to be held in Temple Newsam’s stunning new Picture Gallery location. DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding MANAGING DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis | 01376 535 602 sarah.ellis@county.wedding EDITORIAL Deputy Managing Editor Kelly Andrews | 01376 535 611 kelly.andrews@county.wedding Here comes the sun Thomas AE on Unsplash indyandgracephotography.co.uk @CountyWeddingMagazines @countyweddingmagazine @countyweddingmagazines Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com ADVERTISING Account Manager Tony Smith | 01376 538 562 tony.smith@county.wedding lucyhenzellphotography.co.uk EDITOR’S LETTER 7
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