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Exclusive last minute Valentine's Day offers from Pinkster Gin
If you have a gin loving partner, friend or family member that you want to surprise and delight this Valentine's Day, then look no further than these two fabulous offers from Pinkster Gin, the Limited Edition 'Let the love beGin' bottle and The Pinkster Gin Home Tasting Kit for Two.Pinkster Gin the pioneers of pink gin have an exclusive offer on their 'Let the love beGin' limited edition bottles. What's more, if you order a bottle of this fabulous raspberry infused gin by Sunday 14th February then you will also receive a free pack of eight Fever-Tree tonics (usually £5.00)
Posted: 8 February 2021
Evidence that love at first sight exists
Ahh February the month of love, and after 2020's year of postponed weddings here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we certainly think 2021 is going to be the year of love! But what is it that makes us fall in love? Humour, looks, hobbies, or just a gut feeling? The team at Pure Optical present the science behind the phenomenon Love at First Sight (yes it really does exist) along with 5 reasons that will prove it to even the harshest of sceptics.
Posted: 8 February 2021
Team Hen releases new self care gifts
The latest arrivals from Team Hen have landed and, most-importantly, make for the perfect stress-relievers for the 2021 bride. If the wedding planning is proving too much - it was already up there with the stresses of changing jobs and moving home and that's without lockdowns and pandemics thrown in - nothing quite beats sliding into the tub with your favourite wedding magazine, a glass of wine and the opportunity to savour a little self care.
Posted: 5 February 2021
Wedding trend predictions for 2021
With many wedding ceremonies and receptions being affected or put on hold during the last twelve months as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the government's vaccination plan has finally give the wedding sector a glimmer of hope for newlyweds-to-be. Here, a selection of hotels, wedding venues and minimoon destinations have given their trend predictions for the coming year and beyond; from keeping the wedding bookings and suppliers within your local county, to choosing a winter wedding and planning a UK honeymoon - there's lots to be inspired by!
Posted: 3 February 2021
Five minutes with… Celebrant Sarah Nelson of Merseyside-based Moments To
I began my career as an English teacher, and while there were a lot of brilliant days, most of them were taken up marking. I wanted to use my knowledge of English literature in a more creative way, and that's when I heard about becoming a celebrant. There are no second chances when it comes to conducting a wedding ceremony, so I made sure I trained fully. Now, I get to meet amazing couples and create joyous and fun ceremonies for them.
Posted: 2 February 2021
Three fabulous cocktails from The Cotswolds Distillery to enjoy at home on Valentine’s Day
February is nearly here which means the end to Dry January - yipee - and the arrival of Valentine's Day! The Cotswolds Distillery has created three delicious cocktails to be enjoyed on Valentine's night in the comfort of your own home. They are easy to make and will create the perfect atmosphere for an unforgettable evening for you and your partner. They can equally be enjoyed alone or over zoom with friends and are a great pre-amble to a delicious meal.
Posted: 29 January 2021
Q Hotels is launching its Little Big Wedding concept, appealing to couples to enjoy their nuptials in early 2021 and make the celebration a wow experience with help from the hotel group. Participating hotels, which include Crewe Hall and The Park Royal, both in Cheshire, will gift their happy couples with plenty of add-ons making celebrations more exciting and memorable. Sarah Harvey, head of events at the QHotels Group says, "Every wedding is big to us. Who says size matters?" She continues, "Our Little Big Wedding concept is extra special and gives everyone who books with us the chance to go a bit bigger on their plans at no extra cost."
Posted: 28 January 2021
Time to give gifting some thought
With Valentine's Day due to take place during the UK's third lockdown, thortful.com has launched their new flower offering to cater to their customers' gifting needs. What's more, the County Wedding Magazines' team has had a much-need chuckle over thortful.com new range of Valentine's Day cards; nothing quite says intimacy like a hazmat suit and a face mask..... enjoy !
Posted: 27 January 2021
Happy anniversary to Merseyside's Kevin Brown Photography
Kevin and Carole, the successful husband and wife team behind Kevin Brown Photography are set to celebrate their 15th year photographing weddings. Their combined life experiences have made them a popular choice for hundreds of happy couples and have seen them go from strength to strength. Kevin became hooked on photography after a friend, having recognised his passion and keen eye for the art, asked him to capture his wedding day back in 2006. He tells us about the next
Posted: 26 January 2021
Gifted with love - bottoms up!
Perhaps an idea for after Dry January, why not send each of your bridal party members this gift in the post and then you're all set for your virtual hen do! This beautiful gift set comes with a 75cl bottle of delicious STARLINO Rosé and a large stemmed aperitivo glass which is engraved with the STARLINO branding. If you haven't got a celebration planned, then why not schedule a pre-wedding date night with your loved one for some much-needed R&R?
Posted: 25 January 2021
To infinity and beyond at Shrigley Hall, Cheshire
If you're looking for some well-deserved pre- or post-wedding R and R you'll want to check out the recently refurbished BAZAAR Spa, complete with a 12-room beauty treatment complex, internal and external hot tubs, Spa Restaurant, indoor pool located on the ground floor of the former monastery, and the pièce de résistance an outdoor infinity pool. Heated at 38C, the new infinity pool is the perfect location to enjoy the increbile views and sunsets across the countryside.
Posted: 22 January 2021
Unique way to make your wedding day special during Covid
The beauty of lockdown is having extra time on your hands to plan the big day and spend more time looking in to extra ways to make the event truly bespoke. Lark is an exciting new company which composes tailor-made, personalised songs – perfect for weddings. Lark's team of award-winning writers, musicians and producers, who have worked with the likes of Alicia Keys, Amy Winehouse, Sia and Sam Smith, collaborate with couples to craft a completely bespoke song from scratch. The finished product is a mastered piece of music - truly unique and meaningful to them which will be treasured forever.
Posted: 22 January 2021
Fenscamins Oden Village, a creative Barcelona-based venue operator of bespoke weddings, events and ceremonies, is to open a new concept wedding venue in Aigburth, South Liverpool. Set to officially open its doors in April 2021, Floralia is aptly named in honour of the ancient Roman spring festival celebrating Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers, vegetables, nature and fertility. Nacho Alemany, co-founder of Floralia says, "We've been looking or a UK location for some time and Liverpool feels like the perfect fit.
Posted: 21 January 2021
Ling Warlow of Merseyside-based wedding stationer Dragonfly Couture, has been hard at work developing a new product line for her lovely couples. She tells us, "Paper flowers are a fabulous alternative to the real thing. Not only are they locally made form recyclable materials, rather than flown in from the other side of the world, but they last forever, leaving a fabulous memento of the big day." What's more opting for these little beauties also means you can still get your favourite blooms whether they in season and the right time of year for you or not!
Posted: 19 January 2021
Brits still going ahead with life goals - especially marriage!
With everything from travel plans to wedding dates put on hold in 2020, luxury UK jewellery retailer Goldsmiths, asked 1,000 UK adults how they would be approaching big life events when the world gradually regains some sense of normality this year. Despite the unexpected events of 2020 having disrupted life as we knew it, it seems that 84 per cent of Brits are determined to carry on with 'life plans' such as tying the knot, buying a house and starting a family!
Posted: 15 January 2021
Paws for thought – why having a ‘pet-nuptial’ agreement is the ultimate preparation
Couples who have adopted a pet during the pandemic can save themselves the unnecessary heartache of losing shared pets by arranging a 'pet-nuptial' agreement in case – obviously here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we truly hope it's not the case – of future separation with their partner. For custody of furry friends, there is currently no official legally binding measures in place for what happens to pets after a breakup. Legally a pet is seen as an asset, and as with any assets in a divorce, ownership will be decided by the court - however having a prearranged agreement in place, commonly known as a prenuptial agreement, can assist the court to make a decision.
Posted: 13 January 2021
Win a two night luxury spa break for two in Bournemouth
County Wedding Magazines has teamed up with The Connaught Hotel and Spa to give our readers the chance to win a two night luxury spa break for two in their boutique hotel. The lucky winner will receive a voucher which can be redeemed any time in the next 12 months.You'll get to enjoy a spa treatment of your choice, then spend the afternoon relaxing in their 18m indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.In the evening you'll be treated to a delicious three course dinner in their AA Rosette restaurant, then why not spend the rest of the evening in The Connaught Gin Bar where you can sample some of the 60 varieties of gin on offer!
Posted: 11 January 2021
Inspired by dry-January, event planner Liz Taylor has top tips for an alcohol-free wedding
January is traditionally a time for good intentions and new, healthier beginnings. Be that swapping out meat for plant-based Veganuary, dusting off the running shoes, or cutting out alcohol for Dry January. With more than 20 per cent of the UK population now describing themselves as teetotal, the idea of a dry wedding may be more popular than you think. And what could be better than waking up hangover free on your first day as a married couple? For others, living and marrying without alcohol has a religious or cultural meaning. So, if you're planning a wedding in January, or indeed any month of the year, it makes sense to give guests some alcohol-free options.
Posted: 8 January 2021
Sustainable and ethical Cheshire-based jewellery brand Anuka has launched a fine jewellery collection. The capsule collection will consist of stand-alone pieces all made from 9ct or 18ct Fairmined gold, in yellow and white, along with fully traceable sapphire and Canadamark diamonds. The collection was inspired by two necklaces founder Francesca made for her and her sister following the passing of their grandmother. The sisters wanted to use their inheritance to invest in something life-long, selecting two diamonds, which now have a permanent place around their necks, serving as a beautiful reminder of their family.
Posted: 29 December 2020
A different kind of hen party before the wedding
These days, most groups want to leave the UK for their hen party, but times are changing, and we are starting to realise that there are plenty of fantastic places to visit with your friends right here in the UK. What's more, is you'll find a hen party house that is more accessible to everyone, and it will be a lot cheaper too. You'll also have ample choice of hen party activities, like hiring a prosecco van with unlimited fizz or a private chef for the evening. Here are six pretty villages you can spend the weekend with your best friends to see the bride off in the best way possible
Posted: 28 December 2020
UK retailer The Perfume Shop reveals sales of home fragrance increased by a whopping 357% month on month following lockdown, as the UK continue to spend more time at home. Not only can fragrance lift your mood at home, but it's also important to consider how fragrances can impact your wedding day. If you have a particular favourite scent, why not have candles or diffusers at the entrance to your wedding venues so that guests can be greeted with a pleasant welcome - and it will evoke memories of your special day for years to come as the sense of smell is closely linked with memory, probably more so than any of our other senses.
Posted: 25 December 2020
Heaton House Farm, like many wedding businesses, has been turned upside down by the Coronavirus pandemic. Pre-Covid, this family-run venue employed 60 staff, 30 had casual contracts, which had to be terminated, and the owners were forced to make three valued team members redundant. Determined not to cut anymore in the face of declining wedding bookings they decided to take creative action. The owners have taken the bold decision to take on the lease for a local pub, giving their team the chance to have a job and stay with them. Happily, the pub is now open with their catering staff all fully employed and due to start serving delicious dishes. We think this move to protect their staff deserves a huge round of applause. Heaton House Farm is a beautiful venue situated on Cheshire's border with Staffordshire. It boasts breathtaking views of both counties offering a wedding-day setting that dreams are made of. Find out more at www.heatonhousefarm.co.uk
Posted: 24 December 2020
We asked Sarah Yearsley of Cheshire Wedding Cakes to suggest a showstopping winter-wedding bake. Here are her fabulous ideas. "Winter can be such a magical time of the year for a wedding, especially around Christmas. When it comes to designing a showstopper wedding cake there is so much inspiration to draw on during this time of the year! I tend to think of the colours and textures used for decorating Christmas trees. Gone are the days of clashing baubles, tinsel and novelty decorations."
Posted: 22 December 2020
Savings expert gives top tips on budgeting for your big day!
Putting money away for a rainy day can seem pointless - especially when this year feels like one long rainy day! If you know exactly what your hard-earned money is going towards the saving process can be a lot more enjoyable. For many, one of the biggest expenses will be the biggest day of their lives - their wedding day. Kevin Mountford from Raisin UK has provided his top tips on how best to save for your big day...
Posted: 21 December 2020
A fully sustainable retreat for pre-wedding escapism
Blackhouse Forest Estate is nestled in 773 acres of breathtaking, natural woodland, heather and hills of the Yarrow Valley in the Scottish Borders; it makes a stunning setting for a pre-wedding or post-wedding getaway with family or friends. With an abundance of indigenous flora and fauna, a stunning Loch and a fully sustainable off grid energy system, it is the ideal destination for weddings, retreats, walking, fishing or just getting away from it all with friends and family. The renewable energy systems create an entirely self-sufficient escape from the pace of everyday life.
Posted: 18 December 2020