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January/February 2025 |
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As the calendar marks another new year, perhaps you’re now crossing off the days until your 2025 wedding. How is the planning going? Are you pretty much there?
If you’ve still got some ‘to-dos’ on your list, fear not as this issue is packed with ideas as always. If, on the other hand, you had the opportunity to say ‘yes’ to a very important question over the festive season a huge congratulations to you! Let me tell you, you’ve come to the right place. When the time comes to shop for your dream dress, take a look at our bridal boutiques feature, introducing you to some of the region’s favourites. They’ve got plenty of tips for you and gave us a peek into the hottest styles for 2025.
Speaking of the new year’s trends, we asked our Hot Topic experts for the inside track so turn to page 46 for some inspiration. We’ve also got a fab local shoot captured at the recently refurbished Queen Hotel in Chester for you to feast your eyes on for even more wedspiration.
I hope you enjoy this issue and if you are tying the knot this year, don’t forget to get in touch to see it feature among our pages. You can reach me at kelly.andrews@ellismediaandevents.com. Enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Spotlight on... East Cheshire |
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Swanley Meadows
Swanley Meadows offers its couples the opportunity to enjoy a dream wedding in the heart of the Cheshire countryside. Nestled at the foot of Bosley Cloud, beside the tranquil River Dane, surrounded by rural charm, the venue offers elegant luxury for your special day. Available exclusively from May to September, Swanley Meadows provides a stunning setting whether you’re planning a grand celebration or intimate gathering.
Imagine a romantic ceremony set up beneath the majestic canopy of a 200-year-old beech tree, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere. This grand tree offers a natural, awe-inspiring backdrop, whether enhanced with additional décor or left in its unadorned splendour. This setting combines natural beauty with a sense of tranquillity.
Swanley Meadows is licensed for civil ceremonies with Cheshire East Registrars through Your Ceremony and is a stone’s throw from several charming churches and places of worship. The team also welcomes celebrant-led ceremonies.
Following the “I dos,” the expert bar team here, Copper Bar Co, will be ready to serve your guests reception drinks from the stylist airstream bar. Your chosen caterer can also delight them with a selection of delicious canapes.
The four giant hat tipis at Swanley Meadows provide a versatile space for your celebration. These striking structures can be seamlessly adapted to suit your needs, accommodating up to 150 guests for a seated dinner and up to 200 for a reception. The tipis can be sectioned off into separate areas to suit your needs whether you’re dreaming of a lively dancefloor, cosy chill-out zone, or dedicated indoor bar space. Additionally, a catering tent is available for your chosen caterers, ensuring seamless service and flexibility.
The expansive field space here offers endless flexibility for your celebrations, allowing you to tailor your day according to your vision. The open landscape can accommodate a variety of activities, from a lively outdoor reception and lawn games to a serene picnic. Plus, the beautifully furnished bell tents each accommodate two to five guests and are available for hire on the night of your wedding.
The team here offer the option to include a ceremonial tree-planting as part of your wedding celebration. Your chosen tree will be lovingly nurtured, and you’re welcome to visit it anytime, creating a lasting, living symbol of your love story.
What’s more, there’s even a creche on site providing care and entertainment for little guests during your special day. It offers a safe, creative, natural and fun space for kids of all ages.
Visit: www.swanleymeadows.com
Check out more local venues on page 15 of the current issue available now: www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download |
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| Minimalist or maximalist? The décor styles couples are choosing in 2025 |
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As we step into 2025, it's crunch time for soon-to-be-weds to lock in those wedding details. Whether you've just popped the question or are counting down to the big day, knowing the latest wedding décor trends can spark some serious inspiration for your celebration. The décor at your wedding isn't just about aesthetics; it's the mood setter, the vibe creator, the silent DJ of your day. From colour schemes to special touches, the décor styles set the tone and the atmosphere. So, let's dive into the styles that will be painting the town (and your wedding) this year.
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| Just keep rolling along with Tisserand Armomatherapy Rollerballs |
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Essential oils have the ability to switch up our emotional and mental state, but if you're new to aromatherapy, getting started can feel like a bit of a minefield. The easiest and most effective way to experience their power is all about pairing them with your pulse points according to Tisserand Aromatherapy and their small but mighty rollerballs help to do just that. "Your pulse points are the parts of the body where your blood is closest to the skin," explains Jo Kellet, Tisserand Aromatherapy Essential Oil Expert. "Applying here allows for fast absorption and quicker results. To maximise the benefit of both your olfactory senses and your pulse points, it's best to place them where your nose can still get a whiff!"
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| A match made in Switzerland |
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CWM deputy managing editor Kelly Andrews took a dual-centre trip to two of Switzerland's stunning cities, Lausanne and Basel, the perfect match.
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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...
27 Feb 2025 - Rainhill Hall Wedding Open Night
Rainhill Hall, 800 Warrington Road, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6PE
www.rainhillhall.com
2 Mar 2025 - The Big Cheshire Wedding Fair at Nantwich Civic Hall
Nantwich Civic Hall, 4 Market St, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 5NF
www.redeventweddingfayres.com
2 Mar 2025 - Wedding Fayre @ Mecure Abbots Well
Whitchurch Road, Christleton, Great Boughton, Chester, CH3 5QL
www.fairydustweddings.com
9 Mar 2025 - The Parr's Bank Wedding Fayre
Parr's Bank Hotel, 7 Winwick St, Warrington, WA1 1XR
www.bouquetandbells.com
16 Mar 2025 - The Cheshire Wedding Fayre at Chester racecourse
Chester Racecourse, County Stand, New Crane St, Chester, CH1 4JD
www.bouquetandbells.com
16 Mar 2025 - Wedding Fayre @ Wincham Hall
Hall Lane, Wincham, Cheshire, Northwich, CW9 6DG
www.fairydustweddings.com
23 Mar 2025 - Carden Park Wedding Fayre
Carden Park Hotel, Broxton Rd, Chester, CH3 9DQ
www.bouquetandbells.com
23 Mar 2025 - Wedding Fair at Halliwell Jones
Warrington Conference Centre, Mike Gregory Way, Warrington, WA2 7NE
www.fairydustweddings.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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