Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 54)

6 I love these cute cross-stitched cake topper characters made by the bride’s mum. See page 22 for more on Jen and Pete’s special day. Y es folks, it’s that time of year again where I go positively gaga over everything Christmas. Regardless of everything that’s happened this year, I refuse to let it dampen my seasonal spirit. So, with that said, I’d certainly advise you not to miss our roundup of cosy winter wonderland venues over on page 18. Wait, the wedspiration doesn’t end there. We’ve got three of our readers’ big days to share with you, allowing you to learn from those who’ve gone before you. Don’t miss Jen and Pete’s beautiful big day on page 22, which went ahead adhering to the government’s Covid guidelines. It’s a must-read if you’re in the process of re-planning your nuptials. Plus, we’ve chatted to the county’s photographers (page 39) about capturing those all-important shots whatever the weather – a super-handy guide if you’re looking to tie the knot at this time of year. So, without any further ado, I’ll let you dive in, and hope you enjoy this issue as much as I enjoyed putting it together. Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and I’ll see you in 2021. Kelly x ISSN 2052-0522 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Kelly Andrews | Senior Editor and Beauty Editor kellya@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor Sarah Young Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley Web Development Manager Stuart Weatherley ADVERTISING Sales & Events Director Sarah Ellis | 01376 538 490 sarahm@county.wedding Account Manager Rachel Hughes 01376 538 558 rachelh@kdmediapublishing.com Julia Owen 01376 538556 juliao@kdmediapublishing.com Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility for advert content, or of the standing of advertisers or by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £18.20 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing and sent to Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. Visit us online at county.wedding and countyweddingevents.com Kelly Andrews, senior editor It’s snowtime cwe COUNTYWEDDING EVENTS @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Our fashion editor, Claire, rounds up some fabulous fairytale dresses over on page 53. I’m obsessed with this glamorous gold Sassi Holford design. A hanging flower installation makes a stylish and dramatic addition to any barn venue. For more venue styling tips, whatever the setting, turn to page 45. WIN A luxury five-night honeymoon in the Maldives, worth £3,350 Who doesn’t love a few wedding high jinks? Jade and Stuart’s big day was full of fun. Read all about it from page 33. www.pho tographyjoebickerton.com Alan Martin Photography