REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER What to look out for in this issue 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on the latest from around the North West 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 65 HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions 97 COMPETITION A fairytale escape awaits at Ballygally Castle in Northern Ireland CONTENTS FEBRUARY/MARCH 2023 On the cover... This issue's cover has been sponsored by historic wedding venue Augill Castle (https://stayinacastle.com) a 19th-century castle in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. It was captured by Penrith-based Luiza Oliver Photography (www.luizaoliverphotography.co.uk) at the wedding of Esther and Alan Taylor on the 12th May. VENUES 17 SPOTLIGHT ON THE LAKE DISTRICT Discover some of the best venues in the area 22 WEDDINGS BY THE LAKE Sarah Gallivan and her husband visited The Ro Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere 25 NOT-SO SECRET GARDENS Impress your guests with an al fresco celebration 17 FEATURES 49 NATURALLY RUSTIC Inspired by autumn colours, a group of local suppliers worked together to create this seasonal set of images at The Imperial Hotel Blackpool 55 WEDDING BELLS How to plan the perfect wedding 61 GOTHIC ROMANCE Want to add a Gothic touch to your big day? This group of local suppliers show you how in this styled shoot at Skitby House 69 A SPRINKLE OF SAGE Neutral colours can look gorgeous in a rustic setting, as this styled shoot at Knott Estate proves 73 YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY The latest venue styling trends 79 AUTUMN DREAMS Inspired by the falling leaves and romantic glow that autumn has to offer, a group of local suppliers worked together to create a stunning styled shoot at Rydal Mount 69 www.orangeivyphotography.com 3
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