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March/April 2025 |
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I’ve probably said, “This season is my favourite,” about all of them at some point, but hear me out! Springtime has to be the pinnacle when it comes to weddings. First, there’s the symbolism of new life that Easter brings. You’re about to embark upon your own new life together and the possibilities of reflecting that throughout your nuptials, thanks to Mother Nature, are abundant. This brings me onto sustainability. As any florist worth their salt will tell you, one of the major ways to protect the environment when it comes to your flowers is to choose locally-grown blooms in season at the time of your wedding. Looking at the best of British, the spring offers you a playground of varieties oh-so perfect for weddings, beautifully fragranced, delicate, romantic and colourful. Picture your centrepieces and bouquet bursting with tulips, bluebells, roses, daffodils, a stunning array of wildflowers, and later in the season the burgeoningly popular peony. Yes please!
Speaking of the country’s glorious seasons, we also let them guide our way in this year’s cake feature. Here, some of the region’s talented wedding cake designers present you with showstopping bakes that reflect each season. Adorned in delicate sugar flowers, intricate textures and fitting palettes, they’re sure to impress.
With plenty more wedspiration this issue from jewellery to venues, finishing touches to real weddings I encourage you not to miss a single page! Enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Image credit: Joe Bickerton Photography |
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| Spotlight on... Wirral & Liverpool |
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Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa
Nestled in the peaceful countryside, Thornton Hall Hotel boasts its own luxury holistic spa, which is renowned as one of the finest destination spas in the UK. A stunning wedding location for all seasons, the Hotel combines sophistication and style with genuine, warm hospitality and decades of experience.
The pagoda here offers all the charm of a countryside wedding. Located within the Hotel grounds, it boasts 360-degree views of the stunning gardens and the lush scenery beyond. It’s ideal for a spring or summer ceremony, but equally magical in the autumn or winter.
The Cristal, is a beautifully designed wedding suite with state-of-the-art lighting, ten glittering crystal chandeliers, and ornate metal ceiling panels adding an extra touch of opulence and Art Deco style. It has direct access to the gardens and is fully licensed for civil ceremonies. There’s also a bar area and PA system available for you to utilise.
The Torintone is the largest of the wedding spaces, capable of hosting 50 to 500 guests – perfect if you have grand plans for your big day. It provides a backdrop of modern decadence with enough space for all your guests and their plus ones! The reception area features rich Hicks Blue wooden panelling, highlighted by inlayed, distressed, smoked mirrors and platinum wallpaper. The Orangery, leading off the main suite, gives your guests a place to enjoy the gardens and countryside vistas, and offers a beautiful backdrop for your ceremony.
Finally, The Oak Room, situated next to The Lawns Restaurant in the main house, is a stunning space for enjoying fine food and wine with family and friends. It’s perfect for more intimate nuptials being licensed for civil ceremonies and is available Monday to Thursday.
Visit: www.thorntonhallhotel.com
Check out more local venues on page 14 of the current issue available now: www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download |
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| Say I Do with Chelsea Peers |
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Chelsea Peers have made the morning of the wedding even more stylish than before. You and your bridal party can now get ready in soft satin and lace trimmed nightwear, bringing together the joys of wedding morning excitement and the wow factor for your photo album. Why not have your bridesmaids in matching pyjamas? The bridal collection caters to the whole wedding party and would make those getting ready photos all that more special.
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| 5 Changes to Your Skincare You Need to Make This Spring |
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The change form bitter Winter to humid Summer can have a lasting impact on your skin, but how can we combat this? Ryan Porter, skincare expert at Fat Cow Skincare unpacks the best way to help your skin this Spring. From lighter moisturisers to gentle exfoliation, Porter explains why certain habits are making our skin look tired and overwhelmed. Are you following the golden skincare rules? Or is this your wake up call to the glowing side of life. Listen to your skin the same way your listen to your body and find out what it's calling for.
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| Muscat moments |
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A cultural melting pot offering honeymoon experiences to last a lifetime, Louise Prance discovers why Oman is the jewel in the Middle East's crown.
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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...
12 May 2025 - Chester Zoo Wedding Fayre
Chester Zoo Gatehouse & Events Entrance, 67 Caughall Rd, Upton, Chester, CH2 1LP
www.bouquetandbells.com
18 May 2025 - The Pre-Loved Wedding Boot Fayre at Blakemere Craft Centre
Blakemere Craft Centre, Chester Rd, Sandiway, Northwich, CW8 2EB
www.bouquetandbells.com
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 Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your Cheshire & Merseyside 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 Cheshire & Merseyside? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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