Your East Anglian Wedding - April/May 2021 (Issue 48)

ISSN 2052-0514 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Sarah Reeve | Editor sarahr@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | S enior Editor and Beauty Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers | Sarah Hill Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor 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 538 496 rachelh@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your East Anglian 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 East Anglian 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 East AnglianWedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @YourEastAnglianWedding @CWM_YEAW @cwm_wedding Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com EVENTS & PUBLISHING cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS I hardly dare believe it, but at the time of writing this, there is at last a blueprint for the shape of things to come for weddings in 2021. We’re all keeping everything crossed that the roadmap out of lockdown will lead to happy times ahead for everyone. With a phased startup plan for weddings, beginning small and building up to the final objective of no restrictions come June 21 st , there’s certainly plenty to feel positive about. As we emerge from lockdown number three, the newness of spring is more welcome than ever. The evenings are lighter, the blossom and first delicate blooms are out and there’s some real hope for our wonderful world of weddings to get underway again soon. Whether you’re in the ‘postponed from 2020’ camp, the ‘original 2021’ crew or your status is ‘newly engaged’, the wedding planning will be gathering momentum in the coming months – and you’ve come to the right place for help and inspiration! This issue is crammed with tips and advice on everything from the wedding photography, lovely local venues, real weddings, inspirational photo shoots and more to showcase what’s on offer in the region. And if you’re looking to nail your wedding day bridal style, we’ve got you covered from pages 57 to 76 with everything from hair and beauty, to fashion and accessories. Packed with all the regular features, honeymoon updates, groom’s news and more, we’re excited and hope you are too! Enjoy! Sarah x Sarah Reeve, Editor Looking for a wow-factor wedding gown? From page 58 we showcase a selection of beauties with pretty details. A spring in our step WIN! A glamping hen do To be inspired by Carrie and Ryan’s chilled outdoor wedding at the Fire Pit in Norfolk, turn to page 31. 90 6