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Wedding of the year
Meet our four finalists and find out who won the last heat
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Real Weddings
Be inspired by other brides and grooms
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One step ahead
New season styles straight off the catwalk
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Blushing bride
The County Wedding Magazines team tries out a range of blushers
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Country cool
Heritage-style attire for fashion- forward grooms
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A groom's view
We speak to Arg from TOWIE about the
world of weddings
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Preen and pampered
Bridal beauty tips and advice
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Black magic
Ebony tones are en vogue but would you dare to go dark?
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Going local
We take a look at some of the best venues in Wigan
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Back in time
Venues with historical features
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| 30th March 2012 |
| Hot topic: Weather |
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A warm welcome
Q We are planning a winter wedding and have fallen in love with a beautiful venue. Despite the ceremony room being perfect, it only offers the option of a marquee reception. What can we do to ensure the marquee is warm and welcoming?
A Liz Taylor Says: We always encourage clients to opt for the best quality marquee they can afford as these will be able to accommodate most weather conditions.
It's also important to remember that during wet weather, water on the ground can seep through some types of cheaper flooring. So seek out a professional company to ensure you have the right type installed. By adding a coloured dancefloor and some wonderful lighting and decor, you will make the space feel warm and welcoming.
Check the marquee has built-in air conditioning and heating systems to allow you to control the temperature no matter what the weather. Finally, avoid putting tables near the entrance or kitchen doors as guests can become cold if there is a draught. |
| Where to wed in Wigan |
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Haigh Hall
On the outside
Previously the home of the Earl of Crawford and Balcarres, Haigh Hall is a listed building dating back to 1850. This magnificent Grade II Georgian Hall is set within 250 acres of beautiful country park and woodland.
On the inside
Inside, the grand ballroom offers an opulent setting for the wedding breakfast with spectacular views. Alternatively, couples can choose the sumptuous surroundings of the Douglas Suite.
A grand staircase, roaring log fires and stunning Georgian architecture will give any wedding a feeling of regal elegance.
Ceremony licence? Yes
Contact:: For more details call 01942 832 895 or visit the website
www.wlct.org/haigh/haigh-hall-and-country-park.htm
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| A time for family |
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Despite writing about weddings for a living, I still get excited when an invitation comes through the door, and this spring my lovely sister is due to tie the knot. From the colour scheme to the entertainment, it's been fun helping her plan all the details. I have also been surprised at the fact that, considering it is a civil partnership, they still want all of the traditional elements. They both want to wear wedding dresses, walk down the aisle, be given away and have a wedding breakfast with all the trimmings.
It has really highlighted to me the meaning of marriage; no matter who you are, saying the vows in front of family and friends means the same to everyone. You are preparing to commit your life to the person you love.
Happy planning!
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| Danielle Harvey, Editor |
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Courtesy of De Vere Cheadle House Hotel, Cheshire
Cheadle House is a Georgian mansion surrounded by garden and courtyard areas. Inside, there is a blend of old and new decor alongside fantastic facilities, and the mansion can be hired on an exclusive use basis for weddings.
The venue has 52 bedrooms and two Penthouse Suites each with a sitting room, balcony, king-size bed and sunken bath - a romantic way to spend the first night as husband and wife.
Contact:
Cheadle House Hotel, SK8 3FS
0161 492 1000 or visit www.devere.co.uk
Your Manchester Wedding has teamed up with De Vere Cheadle House Hotel to offer a fantastic weekend away. The prize includes two nights accommodation in a Penthouse Suite, evening meal with wine and full English breakfast. |
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| Pretty in pink |
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| Image provided by Mick Cookson Photography |
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Sinead and Luke had a romantic dusky pink colour scheme for their wedding at The Midland Hotel, Manchester
Sinead and Luke met by complete chance one sunny day in June, 2005. "Luke was driving down the road with his brother, Michael, who thought he knew the friend I was walking with," explains Sinead. "After they pulled over, it turns out he didn't, but we all got chatting and it went from there."
Luke popped the question two years later, on 30th November, 2007, after a romantic walk in the rain. "We had dinner at Pizza Express in Piccadilly Gardens, then we went to the cinema - which turned out to be the worst film we'd ever seen," laughs Sinead. "When we left it was pouring down with rain, but Luke had an umbrella and said it would be romantic so convinced me to walk."
"We walked past the MacDonald Hotel and as we did, Luke dragged me inside. He took me up to the top floor and left me outside the room for a while. He finally let me in and there were rose petals and candles everywhere, as well as champagne on ice. He sat me down and pulled out a box which had a beautiful ring inside and propsed!"
Sinead tells us more about their day on page 28 of the current issue. |
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| A class act |
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We have some great ideas and advice from the experts on choosing your big day entertainment
Wedding music for the ceremony
The style of music chosen to play during the wedding ceremony should be an expression of the bride and groom's personal taste and wedding theme. The selected music should create an ambience in the church or ceremony room and will set the mood for the rest of the day.
For church ceremonies it is appropriate to have more traditional or religious music, couples may even choose to use the church choir and organist, while couples opting for civl ceremonies could have a solo singer or classical musician.
...And the reception
For the reception there is the choice of recorded or live music such as hiring a band, solo singer or jazz group. For more formal big days, classical groups, piano soloists, and instrumentalists are more appropriate. Take in to consideration the age of your guests as your musician will need to tailor their music for the guests and atmosphere of the day.
To read on turn to page 73 of the current issue. |
| New year, new designs |
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Luxury wedding cake and dessert table designer, Cakes by Beth, has launched an exciting new collection of contemporary designs. The Look Book features six beautiful wedding cakes with coordinating accessories, which would be perfect as part of a dessert display or as delicious favours for your guests.
The collection features a mix of classical romantic elements and ultra modern styling, from vintage lace and antique-effect roses to hand-painted feathers and bold stripes. Whether you opt for a design directly from the Look Book, or want to use it as the basis of a bespoke creation, Cakes by Beth can create a modern yet timeless masterpiece.
For more details visit www.cakesbybeth.co.uk |
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