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May/June 2024 |
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Can you believe it’s officially spring? If you’re anything like me, you’ve been counting the days until the sun arrives. Don’t get me wrong, I love winter but I miss embracing the outdoors and being amongst nature. I’ve had enough of the dark nights and scraping ice off my car! There’s something so magical about the time of year: the sun is shining, nature is thriving and animals are emerging. It’s also a time for spring cleaning and organising for a fresh start, perfect if you’re looking for a relaxed mind ready for wedding planning.
My number one tip from the get-go is to work as a team, as the big day should reflect your love story and personalities. Don’t get too caught up trying to please everyone else; it’s your day after all. Highlight all the most essential aspects of the wedding and make these a priority throughout the process. Set a clear budget for each element on a spreadsheet with how much you’re comfortable spending, the deadline for payments and how much balance is left to pay to keep on track.
The fun part of wedding planning is finding dream-worthy suppliers who share your vision. Lucky for you, this issue is bursting full of local talent with plenty of wedding planning experience. We have it all from top designers, photographers, florists, hairstylists, bakers, wedding planners, and more!
Pull up a chair, grab a cuppa and enjoy!
Editor, Olivia x |
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| Image credit: Jessica Hayman Photography |
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| Making a Splash |
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Highcliffe Castle
Perched by the sea overlooking The Solent, Highcliffe Castle is a dreamy wedding setting thanks to its prime clifftop location, beach access, surrounding woodland area, showstopping views and characterful features. First inspired by the work of Capability Brown, the grounds and estate at Highcliffe Castle have seen many changes through the centuries but still retain some of his original touches. Today, it’s an excellent location for woodland walks, outstanding viewpoints, and picnics. From the moment guests arrive at the impressive driveway to the porte-cochère, the impressive architecture with historic and Gothic revival features will wow guests.
Ceremonies take place in The Winter Garden with 110 people. The conservatory-style building is flooded with natural lighting, offering views over the castle grounds and a romantic setting for the vows. The room’s design creates fabulous acoustics for music, whether that’s a baby grand piano, media centre or a string quartet – songs will sound even more special in this beautiful location. Why not dine in the majestic Great Hall after the ‘I dos’? It can host 110 people and create a spectacular backdrop for wedding breakfasts. With its carved stonework, exposed brick and 30-foot-high stained-glass Jesse window, guests will be in awe of the special ambience this room creates. For more of an intimate setting, the Dining Room offers a romantic and elegant backdrop to celebrations with whimsical exposed brickwork and impressive views over the lawns to the sea for up to 80 guests.
Dance into the night in the atmospheric Drawing Room with a band or DJ. It’s blank canvas allows couples to add fairylights, a disco ball, drapes, illuminated letters and a dancefloor. The Castle Bar links the dining and dancing areas of the castle as a lively hub for all celebrations.
The dedicated wedding team will ensure that all plans run smoothly so couples can relax. A rehearsal will be booked ahead of weddings to ensure everyone will unwind on the special day, knowing everything is under control.
Visit: www.highcliffecastle.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 24 of the current issue available now: www.yourhampshiredorset.wedding/free-download |
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| Leading Celebrant says industry needs infusion of new talent |
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The UK celebrant industry is seen as boring and is ripe for reinvigoration, according to Richard Lavender, founder of UK Celebrant Academy, a new training company for modern celebrants. There is now much more demand for celebrant-led ceremonies than ever before, as people want weddings that reflect their unique stories and values. "Celebrants, unlike registrars, provide completely unique and personalised ceremonies, with no limitations on location or content. But there are a lot of celebrants who are providing boring cookie cutter ceremonies. The Celebrant industry needs an infusion of new blood that will bring energy, humour and fun to special days whether they are weddings, funerals, baby naming or vow renewals," says Richard.
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| Short, chic and oh-so cute |
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These sassy styles are always in fashion. From ankle-length, tea-length, mid-length, the question is simply, how short do you want to go?
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| Parisian elegance |
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Part of the prestigious Oetker Collection, Le Bristol Paris is everything you could dream of from a once in a lifetime visit to La Ville-Lumière
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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...
23 Jun 2024 - Hampshire Wedding Network - The Concorde Club, Eastleigh
Stoneham Ln, Eastleigh, SO50 9HQ
www.hampshireweddingnetwork.co.uk
8 Sep 2024 - Hampshire Wedding Network - The Bugle House
1a Bugle Street, Southampton, SO14 2AL
www.hampshireweddingnetwork.co.uk
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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| View the latest issue of Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding is now available for free – simply follow this link to download the latest issue. For even more inspiration, you can also check out our previous issues.
Interested in areas outside of Hampshire & Dorset? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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