LITTLE LOVELIES Meet the expert: Celebrant Sue Denham is the founder of Celebrant Sue By Your Side offering highly bespoke ceremonies. How can we include our children in our wedding ceremony? Sue says: Often marriage is viewed as the union of two people. Yet marriages not only unite the couple, it unites the families. Out of these two families, a new one will be created, thus offering unique and wonderful opportunities to increase the number of loving caring relationships we have in our lives. Why not consider a unity family sand ceremony where everyone gathers around (or at the sides of) the table and everybody has a container of sand? This sand represents your individual self and the unique and special gifts you bring to the family. Each person then takes turns pouring their sand into the unity container. As each individual’s sand is poured into the family’s one united container it represents the joining of two families united in love. Just as these grains of sand can never be separated and poured again into individual containers, so will become the bond with your family. You are a family, drawn together by love and held together by devotion. www.sue-byyourside.co.uk www.facebook.com/people/Celebrant-Sue-By-YourSide/100087574969339 STAYCATION SUMMER Meet the experts: Cornish Horizons are one of Cornwall’s leading accredited, holiday cottage agencies. We want an exotic honeymoon staying in the UK this summer. Where can you suggest? Travel experts at Cornish Horizons have revealed five UK locations that should be on your staycation list this summer and three of them are in Devon and Cornwall. •THE LOST GARDENS OF HELIGAN, NEAR MEVAGISSEY Located near Mevagissey in Cornwall, The Lost Gardens of Heligan is home to the UK’s only outdoor jungle and is one of the most popular gardens in the UK. The outdoor jungle boasts a wonderful array of sub-tropical plants with a Burmese rope bridge, considered one of the longest in Britain, stretching 100 feet above the ancient fern trees and jungle floor. •THE EDEN PROJECT, NEAR ST AUSTELL Often described as the Eighth Wonder of the World, the Eden Project does need to be seen to be believed. The Eden Project is renowned for its famous biomes, one of which is the largest indoor rainforest in the world. The Rainforest biome is home to more than 1,000 varieties of plants and simulates a tropical environment with lush vegetation, towering trees, waterfalls, and a warm, humid climate. •North Devon is home to the UK’s first world surfing reserve, which stretches along the coast and includes key surfing locations including Croyde, Saunton, and Woolacombe. The designation of North Devon as a World Surfing Reserve places it amongst a prestigious list of globally recognised surf spots such as Malibu in California and Manly Beach in Australia. The area is celebrated for its consistent and high-quality waves, suitable for surfers of all abilities. www.cornishhorizons.co.uk www.instagram.com/cornishhorizons www.facebook.com/cornishhorizons https://unsplash.com BLUSHING BRIDE Meet the expert: Cathy Vanstone is a professional beauty therapist specialising in bridal make-up, hair and beauty therapy treatments. As a beauty professional, please can you give me some inspiration for my wedding day hair and make-up? Cathy says: I love a fishtail crown braid. This one, pictured, goes around the head and looks great on long locks. You’re able to create this look with shorter hair too, with some clever tricks from your chosen hair stylist. If you’re getting married or having photos taken on the beach, this is the ideal look because the hair is secure meaning a little sea breeze isn’t going to spoil the style. Add small dainty fresh flowers so you don’t cover up the braid and you have the perfect boho style. This also makes a great base for a flower crown if a floral headpiece is more your thing! Pair it with soft glamorous, enhancing make-up and you’ll look flawless from day to dancefloor. www.beautybycathy.co.uk www.instagram.com/beauty_by_cathy www.facebook.com/beautybycathy104 www.mariabroomephotography.com www.mariabroomephotography.com ASK THE EXPERTS 59
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