Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - Page number 54 - July/August 2021 (Issue 87)

G FOR GAMES Think croquet on the lawn, traditional fête stalls like a coconut shy, hook the duck or splat the rat; perfect for an English country-garden theme. Or how about a mini sports day with egg and spoon or sack races to let off steam? H FOR HARPIST Many harpists are happy to perform inside or out, as long as there’s a suitable shady spot with a level surface where they can play. Wonderfully romantic for the ceremony, it can add a serene vibe to the post-vows drinks and reception too. I FOR ICECREAM Whip up extra magic on your big day with creative ice cream freshly prepared while you watch. Bournemouth-based The Ice Chef brings a dash of live-action theatre to this popular treat, adding to the entertainment and providing a visual and taste sensation. What’s more the happy couple can try their hand as well – great for fab photos. Visit www.theicechef.co.uk J FOR JAZZ The ideal accompaniment for a sophisticated al fresco drinks reception or swish Gatsby -style celebration. Don’t forget the cocktails! Check out www.acousticjass.co.uk K FOR KARAOKE If karaoke’s a step too far on your big day, how about marryoke instead? You and your loved ones can mime to your favourite tunes for great video footage without the cringe! L FOR LESSONS Not everyone’s a whizz on the dancefloor. For some, instead of a wedding highlight, it’s a moment to dread. Beat the fear factor and book some pre-wedding lessons so you can entertain your family and friends with a showstopping routine. Check out Bournemouth- based Kiri Cullen of www.allstepsfirstdance.co.uk M FOR MAGICIAN A magician can k eep your loved ones enthralled during the post-v ows drinks, before and after the wedding breakfast or during any lulls in the proceedings. Great for all ages, Marcus Bailey is one of the region’s long-established professionals and can design a bespoke package of live- action, interactive magic to thrill your family and friends. Visit www.marcusbaileymagic.com FOR NO-KIDS-ALLOWED If you want your day to be an adults only affair, make it clear from the get-go and include a polite note on the invites. It might raise a few parental eyebrows at first, but when the party vibes get going, guess who’ll be the last ones still on the dancefloor at the end of the night! O FOR OWLS Surprise everyone with a Harry Potter moment and have your rings delivered by owl. Check out www.csrfalconry.co.uk P FOR PHOTO BOOTH Grab your friends, some funky props and hey presto; unforgettable memories to treasure! Party Delights Photo Booth has all your needs covered when it comes to state-of-the-art photo booth hire in and around Hampshire. There’s a whole range of fun options and on the day everyone in the photo gets a print to take home! For extra wow-factor check out their flower and foliage walls too on their website: www.partydelightsphotobooth.co.uk Q FOR QUARTET If you’re looking for that extra something special to add to the soundtrack of your day, a string quartet is a great idea. Ideal for the ceremony to create the perfect mood, during the drinks reception or at any point of the day. N Joshua Robertson 54