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 51 HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions 85 COMPETITION Win a romantic getaway to the upscale Avani+ Samui Resort in Thailand CONTENTS AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2023 On the cover... This issue's cover was taken by Samantha James Photography (www.samanthajamesphotography.com) at Sparth House (www.sparthhouse.co.uk). To see the full shoot and list of suppliers, turn to page 55. VENUES 15 SPOTLIGHT ON CUMBRIA Discover some of the best venues in the area 19 A STORY TO TELL Tie the knot in a stately home or house 55 FEATURES 39 A PIECE OF CAKE Local cake makers share some of their favourite seasonal wedding bakes 43 NEVER LET ME GO Lakeside Hotel & Spa was the backdrop for this autumnal styled shoot 47 WE LOVE TO BOOGIE Meet local musicians and entertainers 55 MODERN ROMANCE Take inspiration from this styled shoot at Sparth House 39 www.samanthajamesphotography.com www.gailsecker.com 3
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