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January/February 2017 |
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Keeping it local, we take you on a journey across North Hampshire to reveal the most outstanding venues for your nuptials, and whether you’re looking for the perfect spot to say ‘I do’ or you’re seeking a pre- or post-vow escape with your loved one, check out our special Hotels feature, where we check-in to discover some of the loveliest options across the region. Meanwhile, a host of local experts are on-hand to inspire your Venue Styling, and we showcase a dazzling array of Jewellery & Accessories, sure to make you sparkle on your big day.
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Image provided by Jason Mark Harris Photography |
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Party on! |
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Kiri Zainal and Ben Humpage met in July, 2012 at the London College of Beauty Therapy where they both worked. She was a lecturer and he was the deputy head. “When I came bowling into the office after celebrating my birthday in Barcelona, the first person I bumped into was Ben,” remembers Kiri.
They went on their first date a few months later, wining and dining in London followed by a stroll down the Southbank where they shared their first kiss outside Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
Ben popped the question nearly two years later during a romantic overnight stay at the Chewton Glen Hotel in the New Forest. “He proposed in the outdoor spa at sunset. It was absolutely stunning and such a memorable moment,” Kiri recalls.
Read all the details of their big day on page 42 of the current issue, available now: https://www.yourhampshiredorset.wedding/buy-a-copy | |
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Award-winning Hampshire and Dorset wedding suppliers |
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A massive well done to all the talented Hampshire and Dorset wedding suppliers celebrating their recent award wins.
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Image provided by Sophie Bowdler Photography |
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Wedding of the Year |
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Congratulations to Katie and Ian Powell who were crowned winners of the latest round in our Wedding of the Year competition.
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Flying the flag |
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British bridalwear has never been more popular and diverse. Designers from three UK-based labels explain what they think has put our national wedding style on the map
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Spotlight on... North Hampshire |
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Audleys Wood Hotel, Basingstoke
Tucked away in the heart of the region, Audleys Wood Hotel is a stunning venue for a magical big day. Nestled in the north Hampshire countryside, surrounded by woodland it was a much-loved private residence for many years and still exudes homely warmth and comfort. Over the years the Victorian country house enjoyed a colourful history, owned and visited by the rich and famous, and is now a splendid four-star hotel and wedding venue.
You can marry inside and choose from a host of options tailor-made to suit the size and style of your celebration. Relax with your guests in the grounds or curl up in the lounge before enjoying a sumptuous wedding breakfast.
The self-contained Garden Pavilion offers exclusive use and has its own dancefloor and bar so you can host your whole day here or just the evening party.
Visit: http://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 17 of the current issue, available now: https://www.yourhampshiredorset.wedding/buy-a-copy | |
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Readers' poll |
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What we've learnt from the latest reader poll at www.yourhampshiredorset.wedding
Everything that makes your wedding so special is precious – what protection do you have in place?
None – what could possibly go wrong? It's going to be perfect!: 100% My engagement ring is insured but that's it.: 0% We've been reading all our suppliers' T&Cs to make sure we're covered in one way or another.: 0% We've got wedding insurance – we've spent so much on our day, we had to have this peace of mind.: 0% | |
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Glamorous Granada |
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Frances Leate discovers the many faces of Spain's Sierra Nevada region.
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Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
7 Jan 2017 - Millstream Bistro Wedding Fayre Millstream Bistro, Knobcrook Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1NL www.siennagraceweddings.co.uk/new-events/
8 Jan 2017 - Spinnaker Tower Wedding Fayre with PMN Spinnaker Tower, Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Road, Portsmouth, PO1 3TT pmnweddingfayres.co.uk/events/spinnaker-tower-2017/
14-15 Jan 2017 - Wedding Fair at ExCeL London ExCeL London, One Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London E16 1XL theweddingfairs.com/excel-london/
15 Jan 2017 - Solent Hotel & Spa Wedding Fayre with PMN Solent Hotel, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, Fareham, Hants, PO15 7AJ pmnweddingfayres.co.uk/events/the-solent-hotel-spa-6/
15 Jan 2017 - Pure Events Wedding Show Worthing Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbott Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HQ
15 Jan 2017 - Country Wedding Fayre Blacknest Golf & Country Club, Frith End Road, Blacknest, Hampshire, GU34 4QL www.littlestarevents.co.uk/wedding-fayres-and-shows/
22 Jan 2017 - Something Blue Wedding Fayre Holiday Inn Winchester, Morn Hill, Telegraph Way, Winchester, SO21 1HZ www.littlestarevents.co.uk/wedding-fayres-and-shows/
29 Jan 2017 - Stylish Events Wedding Fair at Botleigh Grange Hotel & Spa Grange Road Hedge End, Southampton SO30 2GA www.stylisheventsfayres.com
29 Jan 2017 - De Vere Venues New Place with PMN DeVere Venues New Place, Shirrell Heath, Southampton, Hants, SO32 2JH pmnweddingfayres.co.uk/events/de-vere-venues-new-place-2017/ | |
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