Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 85)

I hardly dare believe it, but at the time of writing this, there was 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 onset of spring is more welcome than ever. The evenings are beginning to get lighter, the first delicate blooms are starting to push through and now we have some positive hope that our wonderful world of weddings will begin to resume too. 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 catering, intimate and eco-friendly weddings, lovely local venues, real weddings, fabulous 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 72 to 92 with everything from hair and beauty, to fashion and accessories. Packed with all the regular features, honeymoons, inspiration and more, we’re excited and hope you are too! Enjoy! Sarah x ISSN 2046-8474 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Sarah Reeve| Editor sarahr@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | 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 Ruth Swallow | 01376 514 000 ruths@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your Hampshire Dorset 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 Hampshire Dorset Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £17.60 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing and sent to Your Hampshire Dorset Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com Sarah Reeve, editor Looking for a wow-factor wedding gown? From page 79 we showcase a selection of beauties with pretty details. A SPRING IN OUR STEP cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS Kelly and Andrew’s wedding happened against the odds! Read all about it on page 36. 84 WIN! A GLAMPING HEN DO 6