Your Glos and Wilts Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 14)

All aboard! Meet the expert: Katherine Nelson-Brown is the director of Perrygrove Railway, situated near Coleford in the picturesque Forest of Dean. Set in 22 acres of fields and woodland, the wedding venue is a hidden gem, hosting weddings large and small. We want to hold our wedding in an unusual, quirky venue that will surprise our guests. What can you suggest? Katherine says: How about holding your wedding at a steam railway? As well as being a tourist attraction, Perrygrove offers two on-site locations to choose from. The rustic carriage shed at Perrygrove looks like a beautiful barn and is licensed for civil ceremonies, with guests transported afterwards on the steam train to Rookwood, a perfect area for a marquee or a tipi holding up to 200 guests. There are lots of quirky extras for newlyweds and their guests to enjoy, like tractor and trailer rides, an ex-horse drawn cart that’s now used as a sweetie cart or a cake and dessert display, hay bales, a firepit and even a treasure hunt, which is sure to keep the little ones entertained! Couples choosing to marry here can do as much or as little as they like. The carriage shed looks magical decorated with bunting and fairylights. Couples can decorate it themselves or ask the team to do it. The directors are on hand every step of the way and even had their own wedding at Perrygrove, so they know how to make it extra special. Perrygrove | 01594 834 991 | perrygrove.co.uk ALL MADE UP Meet the expert: Heather Card is a professional make-up artist covering weddings throughout the South West. She also offers make-up lessons, focusing on brides’ natural beauty by accentuating their features. I am thinking of booking a make-up artist for my wedding. What do I need to ask them beforehand? Heather says: So you have sourced a make-up artist, like their work, read their reviews and are happy with their price. Next, ask them these essential questions before committing to a booking: ❤ Will you travel to me? ❤ Will you do a trial run? ❤ Do you have experience with my skin type? ❤ Should I bring my hair accessories with me to the trial? ❤ What can I expect before and at my consultation and trial? ❤ If I change my mind, can I book another trial? ❤ Do I need to pay a deposit if I book? ❤ Are you a qualified professional? ❤ Are you insured? Heather Card Makeup | heathercard-makeup.co.uk 72