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Benefits of Choosing a Marquee Wedding

Marquee weddings offer couples the chance to create a completely personalized and unique venue, setting the perfect stage for your big day. If you’re looking for a custom wedding venue that offers flexibility and creativity, a marquee could be your ideal choice. Here are a few top benefits of deciding on having a marquee wedding.

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Outdoor Wedding at The Woodlands, Hothorpe Hall

Becca and Stu’s wedding was one of those days you just never forget! Set in the stunning Woodlands at Hothorpe Hall, their big day was the perfect mix of laid-back vibes, natural beauty, and a whole lot of fun. From saying “I do” surrounded by trees to relaxing in a cosy tipi under the stars, every moment created memories to last for a lifetime.

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Wedding Planning Hack: The Secret to a Stress Free Countdown

You’ve spent the past 18 months meticulously planning your dream wedding. Every detail, every choice has been made with care, and now you’re just a few weeks away from the big day. This is the moment when you should be soaking in the excitement, savouring every joyful anticipation. But instead, your to-do list feels never-ending, filled with those last-minute "wedmin" tasks that just won’t let you relax. Sounds familiar? Well, I’ve got some good news for you: it doesn’t have to be this way.

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Relaxed Dry Hire Wedding at Castle View Farm, Leicestershire

Laura and Gary’s wedding in May 2024 kicked the season off for me with a bang! Aiming for a relaxed and informal day, they booked dry hire wedding venue Castle View Farm and Stables in Leicestershire where they had the freedom to create their own unique team of suppliers.  Laura and Gary booked my Wedding Day Management package to ensure that all of the suppliers could work together seamlessly to execute their day.

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3 Top Tips for Planning a Tipi Wedding

Planning a tipi wedding is a fun and unique way to create a memorable celebration that feels both relaxed and special. Whether you're imagining a cozy gathering under the stars or a big bash in the great outdoors, tipis offer a cool blank canvas that you can put your own stamp on. There’s a lot to think about, from picking the perfect spot to decorating the space and making sure everyone is comfortable. I thought I’d share some top tips to consider when planning your own tipi wedding.

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Wedding Planning Timeline

On average couples spend approximately a year planning their wedding day. This is a great timeframe which allows you to not be too rushed, but also not have to wait too long! I’ve put together a super handy timeline of what you should be doing, and when.

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Wedding Photographer

Your photographer is arguably one of the most important elements of your wedding day. So, how do you ensure you pick the perfect photographer to entrust with such a monumental task? Read this blog to find out.

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A Guide to Kickstart Your Wedding Planning

If you’ve just become engaged, you’ll probably be feeling super excited with the prospect of finally being able to plan the most wonderful day of your life! The day that you’ve been dreaming of for so long. But then comes the daunting realisation that you’re planning a wedding, having never planned one before.

Your excitement may have turned into feeling a little overwhelmed with how and where to start. But fear not! Treat this blog as your starting guide to kickstart your wedding planning process. So, how do you actually get started? Read on…

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A Rustic Barn Winter Wedding Shoot

With the icy fingers of winter now fully wrapped around us all, it brought me back to this stunning photoshoot at Buckminster Barn: a picturesque winter wedding.

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Rustic Autumnal Outdoor Wedding Shoot

I absolutely love an Autumn wedding. With the leaves falling and turning into striking oranges and reds, it brought me back to this enchanting photoshoot where nature and rural elegance intertwined to create a magical atmosphere.

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Vineyard Marquee Wedding Venue in Nottinghamshire

When a new marquee wedding venue appears in my hometown of Nottingham, of course, I’ve got to see it! Hanwell Wine Estate is a vineyard which has been producing high quality wine and champagne for decades. They have now opened their doors to marquee weddings with the additional option of having your ceremony within the actual vines.

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Tips to Handle Hot Weather at a Summer Marquee Wedding

The weather in July and August 2023 has been truly shocking. For all those couples who have endured the rain and storms on their big day this year, I feel you. In the spirit of dreaming of warmer times, I’ve put together my top tips for dealing with hot weather at your outdoor wedding.

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Reasons to Choose to have an Outdoor Wedding

I’ve made it pretty clear by now that I love planning outdoor weddings! If you’re considering a marquee or tipi for your wedding, but can’t decide if the whole outdoor thing is right for you, here are a few things to consider.

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Buckminster Barn: An Outdoor Wedding Venue in Nottinghamshire

Buckminster Barn is an idyllic rustic wedding venue located in the heart of the Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire countryside. The most unique thing about the venue is that it is dry hire: meaning that you can create your own one of a kind day with no limitations.

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Wedding Terminology to Help You Through Your Planning

But, what does it mean? If you’re just getting into your wedding planning and are wondering what on earth everyone is talking about, I’ve put together a list of some key wedding terminology and definitions to help you through your planning.

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