An Essex Wedding - January/February 2021 (Issue 96)

SEASONAL DELIGHTS Despite having to cut their guest list down to 15 people, Jade and Bradley had the most magical autumn wedding Images courtesy of Chic Wedding Photography J ade and Bradley’s relationship started as a modern fairytale when they both swiped right. “Jade’s luscious locks and infectious smile had me hooked,” Bradley remembers. Their first date was to the local pub, and their second date at Colchester Zoo came soon after. “We were both hanging around smelling the candles in the gift shop because neither of us wanted to leave,” Jade laughs. When it came to popping the question, Bradley chose the idyllic Cathedral Gardens in Bury St. Edmunds as the setting. “It’s an incredibly special place for him as it’s where his late-Father lived,” Jade explains. “He wanted it to be spontaneous and a total surprise – and he succeeded! I had no idea.” When the couple started planning their dream day for 1 st October, 2020, they couldn’t have foreseen that their guest list of 90 people would have to be narrowed down to just 15 of their closest family and friends. However, the pair made the most of the situation and had an incredible day at The Fennes. Jade continues the story… REAL WEDDINGS 41 