Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - Page number 3 - August/September 2021 (Issue 90)

REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER A warm welcome from Claire 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on news from around the regions 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 67 HOT TOPIC Local experts offer big-day advice 98 COMPETITION Win a minimoon in Corfu worth £1,000 CONTENTS AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2021 VENUES 17 SPOTLIGHT ON... East Berkshire & Reading 21 WATERSIDE WEDDING VENUES From rivers to waterfalls, these venues offer something for everyone FEATURES 45 PARTY PEOPLE New luxury wedding venue Rackleys Chiltern Hills located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, was the beautiful backdrop for this Mexican-themed shoot inspired by the artist Frida Kahlo 51 FESTIVAL FUN Take a walk on the wild side with our exclusive shoot in a tipi, styled with a handmade macrame arch and vintage props and décor 55 SNAP HAPPY Local photographers reveal tips for micro weddings and larger celebrations 63 ON THE MENU Treat your guests to sumptuous starters, delicious desserts and creative cocktails On the cover This issue’s gorgeous cover has been sponsored by Rackleys Chiltern Hills, a luxurious barn wedding venue set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Buckinghamshire (https://rackleys.co.uk). It w as shot by Buckinghamshire-based photographer Suzy Elizabeth Photography (https://suzyelizabethphotography.co.uk) 69 21 3