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 11 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 44 HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions 81 COMPETITION Win a one-night luxury getaway worth £1,000 CONTENTS OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2024 On the cover... This issue’s cover is from Samara and Tom’s big day. It was photographed by Twigs Branch Photography (www.twigsbranchphotography.com) at Ashfield House (www.ashfieldhouseweddings.co.uk). To see more from their wedding, turn to page 21. VENUES 12 SPOTLIGHT ON GREATER MANCHESTER Discover some of the best local venues 15 TALE AS OLD AS TIME Tie the knot in a historic venue FEATURES 39 ONCE AND FLORAL The latest flower trends 42 DREAM THEMES Our guide to inspiring wedding themes 47 CAMERA READY Local photographers tell us more about their businesses 51 FLORAL WONDERS A team of local suppliers worked together to create this Regency-themed shoot at Shireburn Arms 51 www.popsiclephotography.co.uk 15 3
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