8 TRIBUTE ACT Wish your favourite chart-topping act could play at your wedding, but can’t quite stretch to it? There are plenty of uncannily accurate tribute acts around, so why not opt for the next best thing? 9CARICATURES Give your loved ones their own unique piece of artwork to take home. It’s easier than it sounds when you hire a caricaturist. Everyone will be so busy lining up for their turn, they won’t even notice when you disappear with your photographer. 13 BOUNCY CASTLE Oodles of fun for big and little kids alike, and keep it classy with a wedding white version. Check out www.rent-event.co.uk 14 COCKTAILS Make the drinks reception all the more fun and personalised with your own wedding-day cocktail, whether it’s your favourite or something of your own creation. 10 SINGING WAITERS The looks on your guests’ faces will be priceless and worthy of tagging when singing waiters are in town. #Awks turns into joy, laughter and delight in a heartbeat. 11 HARPIST Harpist Margaret Watson has been playing the harp for more than 20 years and has a wealth of experience playing at weddings. Be it in a village church, cathedral, garden, castle or even The Ritz, Margaret caters for all musical tastes from classical and traditional to the old favourites, film scores, songs from the shows and recent hits. She’s always more than happy to discuss your needs prior to the event, tailoring her service to meet them. Couples are delighted when she’s able to play their special tune, bringing an added personal touch to their big-day. Check out www.harpmusic.co.uk 7 LIVE BAND The brain child of husband and wife team Nathan and Rachel Evans, Toast was born in 2010. Nathan plays with popular wedding band The Deloreans (www.thedeloreansband.com), and after years of working in the industry he identified the need for a company to cater to the demand from clients for entertainers they could trust. With an understanding of events from both sides of the coin, and a network of artists and performers, the Toast roster started to grow offering a range of acts, but not so many you could get lost when trying to choose the right one for you. Nathan says, “Every act we work with is hand picked and meets the highest quality we aim for. We’re proud to work closely with some amazing local wedding venues such as Farbridge, Southend Barns, Upwaltham Barns and Goodwood to name a few. We work closely with our clients and acts to offer a seamless service.” Check out www.toastlive.co.uk 12 OWLS Invite some feathered friends to charm your guests. These clever creatures can act as ring bearers, or entertain as part of a falconry display alongside their avian pals. Check out www.fabfalconry.co.uk 15 VOCALIST If you’re a fan of live music, why not hire an acoustic soloist for the parts of the day that aren’t necessarily suited to a full plugged-in band? 16 CASINO Bring a sophisticated touch of Bond to your big day with casino tables. Eastbourne-based Parlour Gaming offers a choice of blackjack, roulette, poker and craps tables. Check out www.parlourgaming.co.uk Getty Images TOP TIP “When choosing a band or DJ for your big day, think about all of your guests and what they’ll enjoy in order to create the perfect soundtrack and an atmosphere to remember.” – Nathan Evans, Toast www.simonstewartphotography.com https://kellyhearnphotography.co.uk Scan to view video 54
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