Your Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wedding - October/November 2019 (Issue 79)

 FIREWORKS Create a little wow factor and leave your guest oohing and ahhing for more with a bright, bold fireworks display. G GAMES Giant board games like Jenga and chess are hot to trot – and tons of fun too. If you want to go even bigger, why not have fairground game stalls, such as hook-a-duck and coconut shies? Don’t mind if I do. H HIRE A PROFESSIONAL Don’t leave your entertainment to chance; make sure you use reputable suppliers to make your day perfect. And the list is wider than you think. Try fire-eaters, tightrope walkers, jugglers, unicyclists, ventriloquists, sword swallowers, human statues and even living trees. Try warble-entertainment.com for more. I INFLATABLES Bouncy castles needn’t just be for kids anymore. There are a wide range of inflatable options, including sumo suits, assault courses, inflatable slides, giant games, candy floss, popcorn machines and much more. Check out the selection at games2hire.co.uk J JIGS, REELS AND HORNPIPES Because music is a feeling, not a fashion, and nothing will make you feel better than a proper country barn dance. Try bathshebas-wedding.co.uk K KIDS Don’t forget the little’’uns if they’re on your guest list. They’ll be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed after their meal, so think about fun activities they can do, from crafting and scavenger hunts to balloon modelling and juggling. After all, happy kids equals a happy wedding. Try tinies.com for mobile creches and event childcare. L LAS VEGAS, BABY! Fancy a flutter without the pain? How about a fun casino package, including gaming tables, professional croupiers and even personalised currency. Check out lost-vegas.co.uk M MAGICIAN Wow your loved ones with tricks and close-up magic – it will leave them wondering how the illusions worked. Whether it’s mix and mingle or table magic, close-up conjuring can swiftly break the ice. N NOSTALGIA Comes in all shapes and sizes, and your big day is the perfect time to indulge it. Fond of old-time music? Contact entertainment-nation.co.uk for the best in folk, blues and vintage styles. O ORIGAMI Legend states that if a person makes 1,000 origami cranes, a wish will be granted. So in light of this, why not give your guests some instructions and beautifully coloured paper as favours so they can fold their own? It’s not only a sentimental keepsake from the big day but will also give them a chance to get creative and fill any lulls between the wedding breakfast and speeches. P PHOTO BOOTHS This great trend shows no sign of dropping in popularity anytime soon. And newer models will send copies to your mobile and the bride and groom straight away. Check out gifit.co.uk for an on-trend twist on the traditional model. And don’t forget the props! Q QUARTETS A string quartet is a classic wedding option, and they’re not all about being traditional. Most will learn requests if you have a specific song that means a lot to you both – there’s no harm in asking. Try oxfordstringquartet.co.uk nigelchapmanphotography.co.uk gifit.co.uk lost-vegas.co.uk MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT 61