LOVE AT FIRST swipe Siân and Adam had a rustic-themed celebration at Llancaiach Fawr Manor Images courtesy of Oliver Rees Photography Siân and Adam met online. “Adam’s sisters persuaded him to give online dating a go, and luckily we both swiped right,” says Siân. “We hit it off, and within two months, we were living together. Of course, I fancied him, but I also fell in love very quickly with his sense of humour, his kind and gentle nature, and his academic achievements. We’re both quite geeky, and I think this is what cemented our relationship, as we can both name specific moments when we realised the other was ‘the one’. For me, it was not long after we met in 2016 when I mentioned a musician I really admired, and Adam pulled out his phone to show me that he had her, and my favourite song no less, on his playlist. This may not sound extraordinary, but the musician was the Ukrainian Eurovision winner from 2004!” Adam popped the question on Christmas Day. “I had previously said if he was to propose, to make sure there was a puppy as well as a ring,” shares the bride. “He followed through, except the puppy was a soft toy! It looked exactly like my family’s dog, Tehya, and I was bowled over that he had remembered and put so much thought into the detail. He poured his heart out before asking the question, but I was so emotional I can’t remember a word of it! On the plus side, it meant I prepared myself to listen intently to every word of his speech on our wedding day.” The couple hosted their big day at Llancaiach Fawr Manor. “It was practically on our doorstep, and the Great Hall was perfect for a small, candle-lit affair,” adds Siân. “The barn offered rustic charm and the promise of a dramatic entrance with its enormous wooden double doors, and the conservatory was clean and modern with beautiful views over the surrounding meadows. What’s more, there was plenty of outdoor space and a children’s park on-site, perfect for our little guests.” Read on to hear some of Siân’s favourite moments from their big day... 33 REAL WEDDINGS
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