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All the latest wedding news for couples getting married in Yorkshire, along with bridal fashion and beauty inspiration and honeymoon ideas.

Wedding News: Say Yes in September!

Say Yes in September!

Planning a wedding requires a lot of careful thought and preparation and deciding a date for it can be up there as one the most important decisions to make. Five-star hotel The Grand, York, has analysed six years of wedding data held at the luxury hotel to reveal that September is the most popular month to get married. To find the most popular month, the five-star hotel analysed more than 160 weddings held at the hotel during 2016-2022 to find out which month hosted the most weddings.

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Wedding News: Your big day: six tablescaping trends to look out for in 2023

Your big day: six tablescaping trends to look out for in 2023

Your wedding day is such a big event, and you'll want the table to really look it's best. Here, Kate Cartwright from tableware brand Burleigh Pottery offers some tips on the trends coming up in 2023, so you can gain some inspiration for your tablescape. Your wedding is one of the most important events of your life, and so you'll naturally want everything to be as close to perfect as possible. The tablescape is no exception — your wedding table is where everyone will sit down and celebrate together at your special day, so you'll want it to look beautiful, both for the meal itself and the photos you'll keep to look back on in years to come. Here, we'll go through some new trends in wedding tablescapes for 2023, so that you can get a range of new ideas for how you might design your ideal place settings for yourself and your guests.

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Wedding News: New fashion store in Harrogate!

New fashion store in Harrogate!

Independent luxury fashion retailer Jules B is launching a womenswear store in the centre of Harrogate. The site at 5 Cambridge Crescent opens on 22nd September and will introduce customers to a new and inspiring shopping destination. The two-storey, 3,270 square-foot retail store will showcase the latest collections from an exclusive selection of designer brands. The store's launch event will take place on Thursday 22nd September from 5-8pm. Customers will have the chance to win designer prizes, receive gifts-with-purchase and enjoy a glass of bubbly while browsing the latest luxury collections.

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Wedding News: Planning a Hen Do? Here are 6 ways to do it on a budget

Planning a Hen Do? Here are 6 ways to do it on a budget

With wedding traditions dying fast, modern couples are truly setting the bar for what's possible at contemporary nuptials. What will always be popular though, is the hen/stag or ('sten' if you're joining forces) do! Although, even these have altered in their format, gone are pub and nightclub crawls till the early morning, and in are wellness breaks, pottery and classes and the much-loved British Brunch! The UK's leading bottomless brunch platform, Bottomless Brunch, has compiled a list of ways you can save costs whilst planning an unforgettable hen party.

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Wedding News: Wedding gift list ideas from designer Emma Britton

Wedding gift list ideas from designer Emma Britton

Decorative Glass Designer Emma Britton has launched a new glassware collection, Exotic Floral, which is proving very popular amongst guests looking for wedding day gifting ideas.Exotic Floral adds a touch tropical splendour to your table featuring dahlias, red hot pokers, canna lilies and digitalis firebird. This new floral design is inspired by the geometrics and structural beauty of these flowers and is etched on to various glassware items such as high balls, tumblers, wine glasses and champagne coupes - the latter is the perfect gift set of two for newlyweds.

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Wedding News: Charity farm weddings!

Charity farm weddings!

A rural Leeds Children's Charity has achieved a novel fundraising twist by hiring out its farm venue for licensed wedding ceremonies and celebrations. The beautiful Lineham Farm has opened its doors to brides and grooms looking for a charming venue for their wedding at the location's 120 acre farm. Leeds Children's Charity is based at Lineham Farm and every wedding benefits the 2,000 plus local children that the wonderful, supportive charity supports each and every year.

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Wedding News: Berry’s Jewellers wins - twice!

Berry’s Jewellers wins - twice!

Marking its 30th anniversary this year, the UK Jewellery Awards, organised by jewellery and watch industry title Retail Jeweller, is this country's longest running trade awards event, established in 1992 to recognise the achievements of those working in the jewellery and watch sectors. Berry's Jewellers, which has stores in York, Leeds, Nottingham and Windsor, has won in the coveted Retailer of the Year (six stores or more) category and was praised by the UK Jewellery Awards' expert judging panel for exemplary customer service, a fantastic in-store experience and a great website.

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Wedding News: Top five wedding cars from Avis car hire

Top five wedding cars from Avis car hire

There's no better way to live up to the wedding excitement than making a grand entrance. With over 508K #weddingcar posts on Instagram, there are endless options for couples to be spoilt for choice when picking their dream wedding car. From vintage classics to chic campervans, Avis has analysed and rounded up the most Instagram-worthy cars for your wedding day. These top five wedding cars have also been carefully selected by celebrities to honour their big day, so they have the power to make the couples the 'talk of the town,' on their special day.

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Wedding News: Bespoke wine label offering

Bespoke wine label offering

Pink Diesel, from the iconic Rosé region of Provence, France, has launched a bespoke label offering to help transform the wine selection on your big day. Personalised with a beautiful illustration these bottles will create a memory that can be cherished and shared with your family and friends. This one of a kind service is designed to help couples #FuelGoodTimes with magnum bottles of expertly crafted light rosé which serve 10 generous glasses for only £32.95 per bottle, plus a £70 design fee.

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Wedding News: Titanic Spa embraces Cold Therapy

Titanic Spa embraces Cold Therapy

The UK's first eco spa, Titanic Spa, situated within the natural landscape of Pennine in Yorkshire has introduced an on trend pop up Ice Bath to its 'Heat and Ice Experience', one of the most advanced thermal journeys in the UK. The Ice Bath, which will run for the rest of the summer months, will add to the spa's already expansive hydrothermal journey, that allows guests to achieve complete and utter relaxation, whilst benefitting their health.

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Wedding News: Adorable accessories

Adorable accessories

Rubys Adorables has two new additions to its fabulous accessories family - the crystal bouquet, for those wanting to keep their boquet forever; and the bling bridal hat - absolutely perfect for hen dos either abroad, a festival or just on a night on the town! No hen do will be complete without one! Furthermore, Rubys Adorables bridal accessories includes an exquisite range of crystal bridal tiaras, headpieces and jewellery - for every part of your bridal journey.

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Wedding News: Budget friendly ways to propose to your bridesmaids

Budget friendly ways to propose to your bridesmaids

Weddings are one of the costliest events in life which get more expensive year on year. Asking your besties to be your bridesmaids is undoubtedly one of the most exciting parts of the process, however, this can soon chip away at your budget when looking at personalised presents or expensive goodie bags to pop the question to them. To help save some costs, greetings card specialist thortful (thortful.com) has shared five budget-friendly, yet fun and creative ways, to ask your besties to be your bridesmaids. From having a spa day at home to custom fortune cookies, these bridesmaid proposal ideas are sure to get the reaction you want without breaking the bank.

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Wedding News: Before I Do - the honeymoon must-have, you won't put it down!

Before I Do - the honeymoon must-have, you won't put it down!

Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we do love a good book to get our teeth into - not literally of course, cake's great for that - and the description for this new novel Before I Do from Sophie Cousens already has us hooked! What would you do if the one that got away turned up the night before your wedding? Audrey is marrying Josh; steady, dependable Josh, the love of her life. They share a flat and a bank account, and it's the only relationship that Audrey's ever had that feels like something she can put her trust in. But romance should be full of fireworks, and as the big day approaches, Audrey's found herself wondering if Josh really is 'the one'. So, when Josh's sister Miranda arrives at their rehearsal dinner with Fred - Audrey's 'What If?' guy, the man she met six years ago and had one amazing day with but never saw again - Audrey can't help but see it as a sign.

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Wedding News: New al fresco dining space

New al fresco dining space

Luxury Sheffield wedding and events venue, The Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa will host an all-day family extravaganza on 10th September to highlight its recently refurbished outdoor dining facilities to the local community. Billed as a day of fun for all the family, those attending can enjoy a complimentary party menu of pizza, popcorn, and ice cream served throughout the day. A host of activities are available to keep people entertained, including lawn archery and fairground games. Plus, visitors will get the chance to view the indoor wedding and event facilities fully themed for a memorable 'Kenwood' celebration.

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Wedding News: Brits would end a relationship if they're not engaged after five years

Brits would end a relationship if they're not engaged after five years

With a +360% increase in Brits searching for 'how to hint at an engagement' and a +215% increase for a 'dream wedding'* it seems many Brits are eagerly waiting for their partner to pop the big question – but how long do Brits wait? A new study by greetings card marketplace thortful.com, who polled 1,000 Brits who are either engaged or newly married, revealed just how long you might be waiting for a ring and the nation's true thoughts on everything to do with getting engaged.

The study showed that our partners are proposing 7 months too late as the preferred waiting time is just 2 years. And, on average, Brits would call time on a relationship if they're still not engaged after 5 years of being in a relationship.

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Wedding News: Peperami mad couple say I do!

Peperami mad couple say I do!

A self-confessed "Peperami-obessed" couple tied the knot in style by scrapping tradition and having the UK's first Peperami themed wedding on August 11th. Francesca Brooke-Fenton, 37, and Luke Hindmarch 33, from Leeds are so "genuinely in love with Peperami" they decided to go ahead with quirky theme, which the brand agreed to organise. The wedding saw a meat cake, a Peperami bouquet and a special guest of honour – Youtuber, Yung Filly in attendance. The happy bride walked down the aisle in a green dress embellished with the Peperami mascot Animal on the back, whilst the groom's suit also featured a cheeky message on the back saying 'let's party like an animal.' Even the bridesmaids wore especially made Peperami Roasted Chicken Bites earrings!

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Wedding News: Natural ways to relieve wedding day nerves

Natural ways to relieve wedding day nerves

Wedding day jitters are normal — but not necessarily welcome! In this article Jo Webber, Herbal Education Lead at Pukka Herbs, shares four natural ways to keep them at bay. Weddings are one of the most significant life events you can go through, so its no surprise that wedding day jitters are so common. Even the most committed couple are bound to get butterflies when standing up in front of everyone they know to say their vows, and no matter how excited you are to tie the knot, nerves before or even during the ceremony are completely normal. That said, no one wants nervousness and anxiety to get in the way of enjoying their big day. But how can you relieve your wedding day jitters in a natural way? Here, I'll share four simple methods for curbing your nerves ahead of a wedding.

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Wedding News: UK couples turning to ‘pet-nups’

UK couples turning to ‘pet-nups’

With around 60% of UK households owning a pet, it's no surprise that who gets custody of any animals can be a key area of negotiation when relationships break down. Megan Bennie, a solicitor specialising in divorce and family law at Kent law firm Furley Page, said: "For many people a pet is not just an animal, it's a fully-fledged member of the family, so it's no wonder that pets can be a particularly emotive topic for clients when relationships end. Unfortunately, a pet's treatment by the law hasn't kept up with the way they are generally viewed by their owners."

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Wedding News: Scent-sational weddings

Scent-sational weddings

When organising a wedding, it's easy to get caught up in how things look. From wedding décor to dresses, the focus is often on aesthetics. Understandably so, the photos from your day being one of the main ways you'll look back and remember those delicate details you spent what seems like forever planning. Fragrance, however, can be just as important in transporting you back to the joy you felt on the day you said I do. And in 2022, scent is taking centre stage as one of the biggest wedding trends of the summer. Here, Clare Logan from home, bath and body care brand ARRAN Sense of Scotland outlines everything you need to know about creating your own scent-sational wedding day. "This year, weddings are all about fragrance," begins Clare, who is just in the process of planning a wedding herself and being immersed in the world of perfumery on a daily basis, knows a thing or two about fragrance and weddings.

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Wedding News: New season sneakers from D.A.T.E

New season sneakers from D.A.T.E

New in for autumn/winter 2022 from DATE trainers. Aim for a strong trainer game this autumn... You can get yours from Rocca Boutique in Harrogate. D.A.T.E. is simply the acronym of the names of the four young founders of the project. In 2005, the four of them met up in London and there, feeling unsatisfied by their jobs, decided to throw themselves into the ambitious project of creating their own range of sneakers. Despite various difficulties, they succeeded in completing their first collection, made up of just a few pieces. Emiliano and Damiano's experience was fundamental for getting them started.

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