Somewhere over the rainbow The Albany Theatre provided a unique backdrop to Julia and Tom’s The Wizard of Oz-themed wedding Images courtesy of Ben Bardsley-Ball Photography Julia and Tom connected through a dating app during lockdown. They chose a nearby park, maintaining a safe distance to adhere to Covid-19 guidelines for their first meeting. They enjoyed playing board games and munching on cookies. Tom shared that Julia’s smile and playful humour initially attracted him. Meanwhile, Julia was captivated by Tom’s ginger hair and gentle personality – the rest was history! Tom orchestrated an incredible surprise for Julia, keeping the destination a secret. Their adventure kicked off in London, where they enjoyed a performance of The Book of Mormon in the West End. Since Julia adores musical theatre, this was a delightful experience for her! She was under the impression that they were heading to Kings Cross to catch the Eurostar to Paris for a trip to Disneyland. However, the next leg of their journey took them back to Euston, leaving Julia puzzled as she wasn’t ready to return to Coventry just yet! Tom then revealed they were boarding the Caledonian Sleeper train to Fort William, Scotland. Once they arrived, they embarked on a special ride on the Jacobite Steam Train, which showcased some iconic Harry Potter filming locations – another one of Julia’s passions. They stayed in a charming cabin complete with a hot tub. After a delicious meal, the pair went back to their accommodation and Tom got down on one knee and surprised Julia by romantically proposing! He pulled out a pair of Disney Mickey Mouse ears, placed them on her head, and excitedly announced that they would be heading to Paris the next morning. The couple spent the following days celebrating their engagement while indulging in theme park rides, enjoying delicious food and creating even more magical memories. Here, the bride shares details about their special day… 29 REAL WEDDINGS
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