Rachel and Andy met at university in Lincoln. “Andy was a lovely, attractive guy who was completely different to anyone I'd ever met,” Rachel shares. “He made me so happy, and I enjoyed spending time with him. I felt lucky when he asked me out.” Meanwhile, Andy found himself attracted to Rachel's personality and sense of humour. “As we got to know each other, I realised just how much fun she was, and it didn't take long for me to know she was someone truly special,” he says.
Andy proposed at Disneyworld Florida beneath the Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom. “It was a complete surprise, and I was in utter shock because after nine years I thought it'd never happen!” Rachel tells us. “She didn't expect me to propose in public as I'm quite a reserved person,” Andy says. “The nerves showed as I opened the ring box upside down at first!”
Rise Hall was the first venue the couple visited but that was enough for them! They fell instantly in love with the secluded countryside setting. “No other venue could compare,” Rachel remembers. The beautiful historic charm provided the perfect backdrop for their special day, while the gorgeous grounds offered an array of stunning photo opportunities. “It was the perfect setting, making it everything we'd dreamed of for our wedding,” Rachel explains.
So, they didn't hesitate, the date was set for 22nd June 2024. Here, Rachel shares her memories of the big day and gives us a peek behind the scenes of their planning.
Find out more about Rachel and Andy's big day in the May/Jun25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at
www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download
