Real Weddings from Your Yorkshire Wedding

Colour explosion

Tasha and Matt met while working together at the gym,and their romance eventually led to a dream proposal on a private beach in Bali. With such a memorable engagement, it was only fitting that they wanted a wedding that felt every bit as personal and unforgettable.

Young hearts, lasting love

Rachael and Harry met on the first day of high school. They started out as friends and began dating when they were 13. "Bar the odd Ross and Rachel from Friends moment, we've been growing up together ever since," Rachael says.

From York with love

Roan proposed to Katie at the Edge viewing platform in New York in 2022. They'd known each other since they were 10, so the time had come! Earlier that year, the couple had visited York together and fell in love with the Museum Gardens. They both adore characterful buildings, so they snapped a selfie outside the Hospitium in the grounds.

Elegant energy

James carefully set the scene for his proposal to Leah, decorating their flat with candles, fairylights and photos of the two of them. Romantic music played and Champagne was at the ready when Leah came home from work to find him waiting for her.

Love and resilience

Libby and Danny first encountered each other on social media where Danny messaged to ask her out. She completely ignored him! A few weeks later, as though fate had something to say about that, the two matched on a dating app and his opening message was simply: "You again!" This time, Libby agreed to a date, and the rest is history.

Love is...

Paul and Duncan had known each other for many years, but it wasn't until November 2022 when Paul hosted a staff awards party at Duncan's bar that they noticed a spark between them. Paul proposed at midnight during the bar's annual New Year's Eve party a year later.

Burgandy bliss

Shellie and Sarah met in the modern way, on a dating app and six years later, having hiked to the summit of Old Man of Coniston together, Sarah asked Shellie to marry her.The couple decided to tie the knot at Wakefield Town Hall and fell in love with Silvertini House, Walton, for their reception venue. "It has beautiful grounds with simple yet elegant open spaces and gorgeous views," Shellie explains.

Plum's the word

Tyler proposed to Ellie on Tower Bridge during a weekend away together in London and before long the venue search was on. "We were both in the military and love hiking and the great outdoors, "Ellie shares. The couple adore North Yorkshire as a beautiful place to walk and fell in love with Middleton Lodge.

Minimalist moments

Beth and Creg met online and wasted no time in moving in together shortly afterwards. That was 10 years ago and they've been together ever since. Creg proposed in 2023 at The Grand Hotel in Eastbourne, on the balcony of their suite.

Insta-love

Olabamidele met Boluwatife when he left a comment on an Instagram platform talking about himself and the type of woman he was searching for. Boluwatife followed him as a result, so he sent her a DM and the rest is history! He proposed to her three months later on her birthday at a bar and restaurant in Sheffield.

Picture perfect

Charlotte and Matt met on Tinder. After chatting on the phone, they decided to meet for a first date at a pub in Wakefield. The two talked and laughed non-stop and even sat in the car together after the pub had closed to continue their conversation. As Covid hit not long after they found themselves thrown together in scenarios that might otherwise have taken months, or even years, but Charlotte believes this helped to strengthen their relationship.

A LITTLE BIT COUNTRY

Star and Ben's is a modern-day romance having met on a dating app. Star is from Hull, where we're told everyone knows everyone else, so it was a surprise to her to come across someone who she'd never met, was her age and in the same radius!

A fairytale ROMANCE

In 2011, destiny weaved its magic when Carley and N'kose crossed paths in an HMV store. She'd just bought her first 18-rated DVD, despite being only 16, when N'kose questioned her about her age. Thinking he was a sales assistant she lied and told him she was 18. Little did she know this was actually his attempt at a pickup line! Too embarrassed to 'fess up, Carley continued the charade, to the point of faking a 19th birthday party!

A little bit OF HOME

Bethany and Steve met at York St John University where they were flatmates and have been
inseparable ever since. Their first days at uni were a blur of exploring their new home by day and spending fun filled evenings with friends. "I don't think any of them were oblivious to the fact that we were falling quickly for each other," Bethany shares.

Love is eternal

When couple David and Steven, who met via Tinder back in 2017, set out on an Italian adventure visiting Rome and Florence, David couldn't help but wonder whether Steven might pop the question. But, "Steven's not always one for an obvious cue," David tells us.

A timeless classic

Ria and Cavill met the modern way, on Tinder, towards the end of lockdown. "It wasn't exactly a fairy tale but it didn't stop us having a fairytale wedding!" Ria says. Or indeed the dream proposal, since Cavill got down on one knee and popped the question in The Maldives.

From Sheffield With Love

Lauren and Brendan met during lockdown when Brendan was a trainer at Lauren's new job. The first time she saw him over Zoom, when he asked everyone to turn their cameras on, she immediately felt the attraction! "We both thought the other had the most beautiful, excited, deep eyes and instantly fell for each other," Lauren says.

Country Chic

Jennifer and Ryan met at 18 while working together at a hotel and restaurant. Ryan proposed in the Lake District at Aira Force Waterfall. He'd originally hoped to pop the question at the top of a high peak, but the weather changed, so his plans did too. The couple decided to tie the knot at Bunny Hill having been attracted by its countryside rustic barn with a modern twist vibe. So, with the date set for 23rd April 2024, the couple set about planning their big day.

Endless Love

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.

Best Day Ever!

Pagie and Jordan met at the Reading Festival when they were teenagers, after chatting online for two years. The two knew they were soul mates the day they met and didn't leave each other's sides for the entire festival. However, they also knew that aged 16 and 17 they were too young to make a long-distance relationship work (Paige lived in Manchester and Jordan in Durham) so, they decided to remain best friends.