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 69 HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions 97 COMPETITION Win a five-night holiday to Dhigali, Maldives, worth £3,000 CONTENTS AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2024 On the cover... This issue’s front cover has been sponsored by renowned historic wedding venue Gretna Green (www.gretnagreen.com). The Famous Blacksmiths Shop, in Gretna Green has more than 260 years of history and heritage; hosting couples since 1754 it’s now a world-class, award-winning wedding destination, with a five-star visitor attraction, shopping and three hotels. The image was captured by Gretna Green Photographers Hazel & Colin Carpenter (www.weddingsatgretna.co.uk). VENUES 17 SPOTLIGHT ON CUMBRIA Discover some of the best local venues 25 A STORY TO TELL Tie the knot in a stately home or house FEATURES 49 A PIECE OF CAKE Meet some of the region’s best cake makers 53 HUE COMPLETE ME Inspired by Pantone’s Colour of the Year, Peach Fuzz, a group of local suppliers worked together to create this romantic styled shoot 59 BOOGIE THE NIGHT AWAY How to find the perfect musicians and entertainers for your big day 65 BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL A team of local suppliers worked together to create this summery styled shoot 73 MADE FOR EACH OTHER This monochrome styled shoot at Holmes Mill is full of inspiration 53 www.daisybellphotography.co.uk 73 www.westviewphoto.co.uk 3
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