£3.55 MAR/APR 2022 HONEYMOONS, BEAUTY, GROOMS, FREEBIES, FASHION AND MUCH MORE... www.yourlondon.wedding WIN! KEEP IT LOCAL A honeymoon in St Lucia A whole lotta history Venues with a past Tie the knot in South London Accessorise in style Real weddings in the capital TOUCH LOVE STORIES SNAP HAPPY Local pros share their favourite shots he finishing
D R A P E R S ’ HA L L At Drapers’ Hall you are marrying into 500 years of history. Thomas Cromwell chose to build his mansion in this very spot. Centuries and several reincarnations later, our Livery Hall is one of the grandest buildings in London, a palace in the heart of the City, surrounded by churches, a place where fellowship, generosity, heritage, and hospitality all come together. And for a day it will be yours. Sweep through the oak-panelled entrance hall and up the grand staircase to rooms decked with flowers where champagne flows, tables lit by silver candelabra glitter under painted ceilings and balconies give onto secret gardens. Our experienced in-house team and gold medal-winning chef will be at your service. Every wedding is unique and Drapers’ Hall offers complete flexibility and exclusively for wedding couples, with bespoke catering options and inclusive wedding packages that can be tailored to your taste. Couples that choose Drapers’ Hall for their wedding reception will benefit from an incredibly simple planning process, with all of the essentials included, plus elegant candelabra table centres, dance floor and a Steinway classic grand piano. Our Events team will help you at every stage to plan your day and ensure that every detail is perfect for you. Whether Drapers’ Hall is chosen to host a small intimate wedding breakfast or the grandest of celebrations, the venue is available for your exclusive use, including our two outdoor spaces, meaning your special day does not have to be shared with anyone else but your guests. Call the events team now on 0207 448 1324 or email us at events@thedrapers.co.uk for more information.
REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER Sarah Gallivan highlights this issue 9 LOCAL NEWS Catch up on news from around the city 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 83 HOT TOPIC Local experts offer stellar advice 93 COMPETITION Win a honeymoon in St Lucia CONTENTS MARCH/APRIL 2022 VENUES 19 KEEP IT LOCAL Tie the knot in South London 25 A WHOLE LOTTA HISTORY Venues with a past On the cover This issue’s cover has been sponsored by renowned London wedding venue Morden Hall. An 18th-century country house set in 125 acres of National Trust parkland. Visit https://mordenhall.com for more details. This gorgeous image was captured by Surrey-based Hannah MacGregor Photography (https://hannahmacgregor.co.uk). 49 25 FEATURES 49 FLOWER POWER A French Renaissance backdrop set the scene for this stunning shoot 53 SNAP HAPPY Local pros share their favourite shots 56 HERE COME THE GIRLS County Wedding Magazines editor Melissa Barker shares her wedding planning journey 73 THE FINISHING TOUCH Accessorise in style with this top advice 3
REAL WEDDINGS 31 INSTANT ATTRACTION Paige and Dan’s theme was brought to life with pumpkins-a-plenty and rich autumnal shades 36 CAN’T HELP FALLING IN LOVE Holly and Thanasis shared their special day with loved ones at All Saints Church followed by a reception at Fulham Palace 43 WRITTEN IN THE STARS Kurt and Abbie’s day oozed elegance, historic charm and royal vibes HONEYMOONS 91 HONEYMOON NEWS A round up of new openings and honeymoon essentials 94 THE CITY BUZZ Editor, Sarah Gallivan explores all that Portman Marylebone has to offer for nearlyweds or newlyweds! 96 GOURMET LOVERS PARADISE IN THE ALGARVE... With 3,000 hours of sunshine and just a three-hour flight from the UK, the Algarve offers a delightful year-round destination GROOMS 87 GROOMS’ NEWS All the latest best buys and product launches 88 IN THE PINK Fuchsia, watermelon, flamingo, rouge, salmon, coral, hot pink... the choices are endless when it comes to this oh-so fabulous hue! FASHION & BEAUTY 59 FASHION FOCUS Fashion editor Claire Ridley reveals her latest bridal fashion news, buys and launches 61 LOVELY IN LACE This classic fabric never goes out of style, whether you choose a traditional gown or a more relaxed, boho-inspired dress 65 THE FRILL OF IT Layers and ruffles adorn dresses in the new-season bridal collections 70 AISLE STYLE From skyscraper stilettos to comfortable flats and even sliders, the new-season bridal shoe collections offer something for everyone 78 BEAUTY BUZZ Beauty editor Kelly Andrews reveals all the latest must-haves for the bride-to-be 80 BEAUTY Q&A Our local professionals solve your problems 81 SKINCARE SUPERHEROES Serums are the skincare essentials of the 20s, especially if you’re on the quest for a radiant big-day complexion 61 31 91 78 4
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After what feels like months of cold weather and dark nights, Spring is finally upon us! My absolute favourite time of the year – temperatures are on the up, days are becoming longer and everything feels generally brighter. What a perfect season to gather inspiration from for your big day. Flowers are starting to bloom and trees are transforming from their wintery hardened exterior to flourishing branches of greens and brights giving us a hint of what’s to come over the next few summery months. With so many colours and options around you, now’s the time to start thinking about your day. What colour scheme do you like, do you have a theme in mind, what sort of venue are you favouring, have you thought about a style of dress? All of these questions will be flying around your mind right now and that’s where we come in to help! We have a stunning selection of venues for you to browse from page 19, local photographers share their favourite pics over on page 53, page 59 onwards is where to start for all things fashion and don’t forget to add the finishing touch with our top jewellery and accessory advice on page 73. For local inspiration, check out our gorgeous real weddings on pages 31, 36 and 43 and if you’re thinking of planning a minimoon, you can do just that here on your doorstep! I headed to Marylebone to see what this chic area of the city has to offer and the simple answer is – a lot! Read all about it on page 94. Happy planning Sarah x Sarah Gallivan, Editor WIN Win a honeymoon in St Lucia. Step into spring Not fancying a veil? Check out these accessories and jewellery pieces. Sweet tooth? You’ll love one of our giveaways. Your flowers can change the look of your venue. Check out this shoot to see how. 73 13 93 49 ISSN 1757-7810 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor Sarah Gallivan | Editor Kelly Andrews | Deputy Managing Editor, Beauty Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor Melissa Barker | Senior Editor, Grooms and Honeymoons 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 535 602 sarahe@county.wedding Account Managers Nicola Phillips | 01376 535 612 nicola.phillips@county.wedding Loretta Smith | 020 8054 8120 loretta.smith@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your London 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 London 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 London Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at county.wedding and countyweddingevents.com cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS
Be inspired by Paige and Dan’s gorgeous autumnal styling The bond between the bride and her girls is priceless. Oh my goodness… this cake! 31 65 80 78 36 31 43 This season’s layers and ruffles are to die for. These green, white and blush centrepieces added a subtle splash of colour to the white marquee backdrop. Relax and rejuvenate before the big day. Brighten those eyes with this little hero. Holly and Thanasis arrived in style. 36 EDITOR’S LETTER 7
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NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from the city A SWEET DELIVERY London’s Essence of Cake have launched a new cake tasting postal service. When you book with Essence of Cake, you’re offered a wedding consultation service but not everyone has the spare time to make it in person. If that’s you and you don’t want to miss out on trying your potential wedding cake, you’re in luck because you can opt for an online consultation and tasters can now be posted to you! Nearlyweds can order four flavours and for £10 plus postage, they’ll arrive to you by post. Essence of Cake’s designer and baker, Tracey Rashid’s been baking for over 30 years and with a background in art and design you can be sure that your wedding cake will be a showstopper! Not only that, Tracy recently won the SME News Greater London Enterprise Award 2021 for Best Bespoke Cake Artist 2021 and Excellence in Team Building 2021 and the LuxLife 2021 Hospitality Award for Best Special Event Cake Makers 2021 - London. Head to www.essenceofcake.com to turn your cake dreams into reality. MUSIC TO YOUR EARS Those looking for that something special for their big-day music, should check out Jay Émme, a friendly, professionallytrained cellist. As well as the extensive playlists on offer, Jay’s now offering three additional specially requested pieces to all couples so you can walk down the aisle to something personal to you. “I’m addicted to amazing music and weddings and I love transcribing new pieces for the cello,” says Jay. Playing the cello is one of Jay’s biggest passions, and being able to share that with amazing people, means a great deal to her. If you take up this offer, specially requested pieces must be requested well in advance to give Jay time to perfect them for your special day. Jay plays on a beautiful 200 year old English cello called Sid. “He makes the most lush and amazing sounds. If you share the love of the beautiful sound of the cello, we should talk about what I can do for you,” she adds. To listen to Jay in action and to find out more, visit https://jayemme.com A LONDON SANCTUARY Royal Lancaster London is delighted to launch Royal Nuad Thai, a sanctuary in the heart of London. This little oasis is an authentic experience of a Thai spa treatment. With three beautiful, fully equipped treatment rooms, this is perfect location for some pre-wedding pampering. Ahead of any treatment, guests receive a traditional foot ritual of scented warm water and a natural foot scrub, and all treatments are finished with a session in the relaxation room. There’s a holistic treatment menu featuring a curated collection of massage and beauty treatments, including signature Thai massages, relaxing oil Thai massages and classic and pregnancy massages. The Thai massages are performed by expertly trained masseuses and offer an equally energising yet rejuvenating experience. With a combination of massage, stretching and assisted yoga postures, guests are led through a series of movements to ensure the ultimate feeling of relaxation. The five-star hotel experience of Royal Lancaster London translates smoothly into this new wellness offering. From the plush white robes and slippers to the heated treatment beds and full private bathroom facilities in the treatment rooms, guests will feel cocooned in the serene surroundings of this renowned hotel. Royal Nuad Thai is open every day to guests and visitors from 10am-8pm and you can book and find out more online at www.royallancaster.com LOCAL NEWS 9
STATIONERY FIT FOR A KING Luxury wedding stationery company Arkhiventeros is pleased to announce the launch of two new design ranges – ‘Signature Suite’ and ‘The Calligraphy Suite’. The Signature Suite collection, available in an extensive colour palette, features clean minimalistic lines, premium wax seals and embossing details with digital print as standard. “I wanted to design a suite that would look minimalistic yet contemporary and most importantly not blow your entire wedding budget!” says Creative Director, Tariq Williams. This suite can be enhanced by elevating the print method to hot foil or letterpress, adding another level of refinement. “I’ve hand-picked the most tactile papers with delicate natural textures, intricate wax-seal designs and the finest silk-velvet ribbons to bring you this sophisticated suite.” The Calligraphy Suite features custom copperplate calligraphy by Bethany Solomon. Designed to look timeless for years to come, this invite is fit for a royal affair. All suites are thoughtfully designed and carefully crafted in the London Studio and each design includes two complimentary revisions so you can work with Tariq and the team to get it just right. Find out more by visiting www.arkhiventeros.co.uk NEW VENUE ALERT… B&H STUDIOS Those looking for a blank canvas of which to make their own will be excited to hear about a new venue in the heart of Clerkenwell from Bourne & Hollingsworth B&H Studios is a brand new 200 sqm. creative studio space complete with high, vaulted ceilings, a mixture of white brick, white plastered and wood panelled walls and an abundance of natural light. Having undergone a stunning development with the painstaking attention to detail, the space acts as a creative setting that guests can easily adapt to suit their needs and create the wedding of their dreams alongside Bourne & Hollingsworth’s knowledgeable team who can help with everything from the planning stage onwards. Working alongside a roster of incredible suppliers, Bourne & Hollingsworth can help bring your vision to life from lighting, canapés and florals to table settings, music and cocktails. The versatile space also comes with a fully equipped kitchen as well as breakout rooms that are ideal for hair and make-up or photography on the big day. Check out www.bandhstudios.com for more information. CHEERS TO THAT Pre-wedding celebrations just got simpler with easy social’s canned cocktails. The canned cocktails are delicious, single-serve and fuss-free – the perfect excuse to gather your besties! As well as being available to buy on the easy social website, you can now get them on Amazon making them easier to order than ever before. The core range features: Takes Two to Mango Margarita; A Very Naughty Boy Martini with passionfruit and pineapple; Apple-ly Ever After Highball with bourbon and apple; Super Strawberry Negroni; Peach For The Stars Cosmopolitan; and Emergency Bloody Mary. easy social cocktail co. was launched in East London during the 2020 lockdown by Nate Brown, the founder of Nebula bar in Hackney, who went on to be shortlisted for Bartender of the Year 2021. Seeking relief from the culture of over-engineered cocktails, where style replaces substance, easy social creates amazing-tasting drinks that are easy to enjoy anywhere. Aiming to be a carbon neutral company by 2023, easy social plants trees to offset its carbon footprint and sources local ingredients by loved local friends, such as East London Liquor Co. The creations are all vegan and cans are fully recyclable. Available for £10 per twin pack and £30 for a six pack from easysocialcocktail.co or Amazon. 10
A Touch of Nevaeh is a certified Luxury Wedding and Event Planning company founded by Tessa Williams. Based in London also available to travel. They provide a first class experience for all their clients. With their outstanding experience and great attention to detail they create astounding experiences to leave guests talking about for years to come. V I S I T WWW. AT O U C H O F N E VA E H . C OM @atouchofnevaeh on all socials R E G E N T S L A K E . C O . U K info@regentslake.co.uk | 02079989455 Bow Wharf, 221 Grove Road, London E3 5SN Timeless, Elegant, Natural Wedding Makeup Terri did my wedding makeup for OK Magazine. I’ve worked in the Makeup industry for 20 years. I would hand on heart say, Terri Pace is one of the best! - Editor of Warpaint Makeup Magazine Terri’s make-up artistry is a finely tuned, natural talent. I can not recommend her services highly enough. - Global Head of Make-up at Kryolan www.terripace.com | terripacemakeup@gmail.com | 07939 698 999 Facebook & Instagram @terripacemakeup
Essence of Cake absolutely adore all things cake related, in fact it is at the heart of everything we do. We love to help turn your special occasion into an amazing one, and turn your ideas into reality. ESSENCEOFCAKE .COM | INFO@ESSENCEOFCAKE .COM WWW . R O S E GO L D R G . COM Wura Abimbola 07948 414093 info@rosegoldrg.com rosegold_music Plan Your Happily Ever After At Pearl Wedding UK, our ultimate desire is to do everything possible to make our clients dreams come true. Maisie Barrett who is a trained Wedding and Event Planner established Pearl Wedding UK. Maisie is passionate about meeting couples to help them plan their Big Day. She is a naturally holistic thinker, who also has the skill to plan and to pay impeccable attention to details. She works closely with couples, their families and close friends, to make sure that their Wedding Day is a “Dream Come True” to be remembered. Maisie also has a Post Graduate Certificate in Managing Equality and Diversity, therefore she embraces and appreciates diversificaton, especially when serving the public. Pearl Wedding UK is committed to innovation work. We share our profit with the homeless citizens in our community. 07368435390 | pearlwedding21@gmail.com | pearlweddinguk.org.uk
FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN, ENTER ONLINE AT WWW.YOURLONDON.WEDDING Closing date 3rd June 2022. Terms and conditions apply. TOO GOOD TO EAT Bespoke cakes and hand-painted macarons are the standout hallmarks of Emma Dodi Cakes. Emma captures the personality, character and style of her clients and translates their vision into reality, bringing elegance and romance to each design. For couples wanting to create something magical for their showstopper, a bespoke wedding cake service is offered. Whether it’s a large design, cupcakes, or two or three smaller cakes incorporating a range of flavour or colour. Her hallmark hand-painted and personalised macarons are almost too beautiful to eat! They’re also a wedding favourite and can be packaged individually for a stylish place setting or favour or elegantly placed on top of the cake. We’ve teamed up with Emma Dodi Cakes to offer couples a complimentary box of six speckle macarons when orders with a value of £250 or more are placed before the end of April, 2022. Just quote Your London Wedding when booking to receive this offer. Check out https://emmadodicakes.com for more information. Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs Freebies &OFFERS DATE NIGHT If you’re still thinking about how to keep your guests entertained on your big day, this offer’s for you! SoulPlay is the ultimate party 12-piece show band including some of the UK’s finest session musicians and vocalists. They bring the old-school flavour to your event, playing hits from the last four decades; from ‘70s Funk, Soul and Motown to current contemporary chart killers. SoulPlay are known for their high energy interactive shows adding a style and groove that will have you up on your feet and will keep your guests on the dancefloor all night long. Every two months couples can see SoulPlay in action at their showcase event at London’s Soul Supper. Go along to experience the high energy performances, enjoy a two-course meal with welcome drinks and be entertained by Soul and Motown hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s – a great way to see if this is the band for you! The first five couples that book SoulPlay for their wedding before the end of April 2022, will each receive two free tickets as the band’s guests to the showcase event at London’s Soul Supper. The perfect excuse for date night in the run up to the big day! Find out more by visiting the website www.soulplay.co.uk Coppa Club’s The Swan at Streatley is a tranquil countryside getaway set in the Berkshire village of Streatley. Situated on the River Thames, roughly an hour from London, the 47-bedroom property has been newly refurbished and offers river-view rooms, or suites opening onto the garden lawn making it a great option for a dog-friendly getaway! The grounds include the property’s own private island, lovely walks for couples and families (and four-legged companions) and the property is also ideal for riverside weddings, seating up to 130 friends and family! Perfect for a pre- or post-wedding getaway, guests can access the property via car, boat or helicopter and have access to on-site paddle boarding, exercise classes, hotel gym and events throughout the year. You can book a Small Double Room from £80 per night, and a Medium Double Room from £100 per night. Check out www.theswanatstreatley.com County Wedding Magazines has teamed up with Coppa Club The Swan At Streatley to give readers the chance to win an overnight stay for two people with breakfast, as well as a three-course meal with a bottle of fizz! WIN AN OVERNIGHT STAY FREEBIES & OFFERS 13
Pre-register for all of our events at www.countyweddingevents.com MERCEDES-BENZ WORLD, 20TH MARCH, 2022 ASCOT RACECOURSE, 24TH APRIL, 2022 THE BRENTWOOD CENTRE, 2ND OCTOBER, 2022 WEMBLEY STADIUM, DATE TO BE RELEASED X Sarah Here at County Wedding Magazines and Events HQ we’re looking forward to kickstarting our Spring wedding show season. From must-visit local fairs in some of the region’s best wedding venues, to our larger Signature Wedding Shows home to more than 100 exhibitors each, we can’t wait to welcome back our couples and help plan their wedding days. Here’s what to expect when attending one of our events... Whether you’re joyous that restrictions have passed, or are still a little hesitant, couples can rest assured our venues are continuing to maintain some of the government guidelines and measures to ensure everyone can feel comfortable and enjoy the day: • Attendees will need to pre-register to attend events • There will be allocated time slots for visitors • All venues will also have enhanced cleaning procedures, with hand washing and sanitising facilities still available • Spaces between exhibition booths will be maintained to ease congestion • Optional face masks • Anyone with symptoms must refrain from visiting Each event will boast a huge range of specialists who will be on hand to talk through your planning ideas and requirements; venues, bridal boutiques, photographers, florists, cake makers and more, there’s everything you could need to plan your wedding under one roof. On the day refreshments will be available to purchase from each of the venue’s on-site restaurants, bars and cafés, and attending our exhibitions is free! For more information on any of our exhibitions visit County Wedding Events’ website. We look forward to seeing you at one of our events. Sarah Ellis, Sales and Events Director County Wedding Events. Psst! Our pre-registered Signature Wedding Show visitors will have the chance to win a £250 gift voucher courtesy of Spabreaks.com A date for your diary... GREAT EXPECTATIONS
SPRING 2022 WEDDING SHOWS ALL EVENTS 11AM - 3PM unless otherwise stated Pre-register at www.countyweddingevents.com/registration BERKS, BUCKS & OXON LONDON ESSEX At County Wedding Events each show is professionally and meticulously run to ensure a variety of suppliers are on hand to help you plan your big day and are hosted by some of the loveliest premier venues in your area. All our shows offer you free entry and parking, a goody bag each containing gifts, and useful local information to plan your wedding. You will also have the opportunity to enter prize draw competitions and take advantage of exclusive offers and discounts on the day. RACKLEYS CHILTERN HILLS Marlow Road, Cadmore End, Bucks, HP14 3PP SUN 13 MARCH MORDEN HALL Morden Hall Road, SM4 5JD SUN 3 APRIL MARKSHALL ESTATE Coggeshall, CO6 1TG SUN 10 APRIL /CountyWeddingEvents @CountyWedEvent @countyweddingevents
/CountyWeddingEvents @CountyWedEvent @countyweddingevents As part of KD Events and Publishing Ltd, County Wedding Events (CWE) is ideally placed to offer you a wealth of experience organising events in the wedding industry. If you would like more information about either holding a wedding show at your venue or exhibiting at any of our shows, please contact us at info@countyweddingevents.com, call 01376 514000 or visit countyweddingevents.com. WORK WITH US SURREY SUSSEX EAST ANGLIA KENT GUILDFORD MANOR HOTEL & SPA Newlands Corner, Guildford, GU4 8SE SUN 15 MAY SELDEN BARNS Selden Lane, Patching, Worthing, BN13 3UL SUN 13 MARCH BRESSINGHAM HALL & HIGH BARN, Norfolk, IP22 2AA SUN 6 MARCH WEST HEATH Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1SR SUN 13 MARCH CASTLE GORING Arundel Road, Worthing, BN13 3UN SUN 10 APRIL CAMBRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB Toft Road, Bourn, CB23 2TT SUN 3 APRIL HYTHE IMPERIAL HOTEL & SPA Princes Parade, Hythe, CT21 6AE SUN 6 MARCH
• Free entry • First 100 couples receive a free wedding journal keepsake • Goody bag for each couple • Up to 200 stands • Bridal fashion shows • Huge number of wedding specialists including venues • Demonstration areas • Competitions • Entertainment • Refreshments • And more... Pre-register and attend the show to have a chance to win a fabulous spa break worth £250 courtesy of Pre-register at www.countyweddingevents.com/registration London, HA9 0WS DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON WEMBLEY STADIUM High Street, Berkshire, SL5 7JX SUNDAY 24 APRIL 2022 | 11AM - 3:30PM ASCOT RACECOURSE Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, KT13 0SL SUNDAY 20 MARCH 2022 | 11AM - 3:30PM MERCEDES-BENZ WORLD Sponsored by Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood, CM15 9NN SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER | 11AM - 3.30PM THE BRENTWOOD CENTRE
For your luxury bespoke event you will find everything you need at 0203 287 7175 www. jacquelinekennedy.co.uk jacqueline@jacquelinekennedy.co.uk WWT London Wetland Centre is a unique and beautiful location for weddings and receptions. We are licensed for wedding and civil ceremonies and have wonderful facilities for receptions. By holding your event with us, you will be directly contributing to the global conservation of wildlife and wetland habitats. T 0208 409 4400 / 4429 Email: functions.london@wwt.org.uk www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/london/plan-your-visit/venue-hire/ WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes, London, SW13 9WT Weddings at WWT London Overlooking the Thames, on the outskirts of London within acres of nature reserve, pools and reed beds, WWT London provides the perfect backdrop to your wedding. Late availability mid-week and winter weddings packages available Ceremony Packages from £1,500 Full Wedding Packages from £5,500 We offer everything in one location. A magical ceremony in Wetland Living, our thatched fisherman’s hut, nestled within the reserve is perfect for those looking for a small, intimate wedding. For larger celebrations book our Observatory, with stunning views over the lakes and pools. This glass walled room can bring the outside in creating a stunning romantic wonderland.
FULHAM PALACE HOUSE AND GARDEN 020 7610 7162 | www.fulhampalacevenue.co.uk Surrounded by 13 acres of botanic gardens, sprawling lawns and a beautiful walled garden, Fulham Palace is a hidden gem that’s situated on London’s River Thames with easy transport links. The red brick Tudor courtyard is the perfect space for an outdoor ceremony or summer drinks reception and the rear of the Palace houses classical architecture from the Georgian period, which can be enjoyed throughout the evening. The rooms here create a warm and inviting atmosphere from the dark flooring and wood panelling in the Tudor Great Hall to the elegant and spacious Georgian rooms that are flooded with light. Ceremonies of up to 120 and receptions for up to 250 guests are accommodated in a choice of indoor and outdoor spaces and what’s more you can install a marquee in the pretty courtyard, allowing you to dine under the stars. LOCAL Keep it Tie the knot in South London www.philippa-sian.co.uk www.romylawrencephotography.com www.philippa-sian.co.uk 19 LOCAL VENUES
LE GOTHIQUE 020 8870 6567 | https://legothique.co.uk The Grade II* listed Victorian Gothic-revival facade of Le Gothique is one of the best original exteriors of its kind in Britain. The spectacular towering spires, gargoyles and large statue of St. George give it a dreamy castlelike feel. An enchanting award-winning Secret Garden is found tucked within the venue. The perfect al fresco space for celebrations, it can be covered, heated and lit. A hard-standing patio with a barbecue is surrounded by neatly striped lawns and hanging floral baskets. Inside, the space is split into two levels, with formal dining on the mezzanine floor and a Gothic bar occupying the ground floor. A bronze statue of Bacchus, the god of wine, adorns the west wall. Outdoor weddings with 250 loved ones are accommodated in the Secret Garden and celebrations can also be held inside the venue in the Gothic Room for a maximum of 90 guests. The venue can also help couples arrive in style with its vintage Rolls Royce to hire. MORDEN HALL 020 8102 0553 | www.mordenhall.com Morden Hall is an 18th-century country house, situated within 125 acres of National Trust parkland. With its riverside location, landscaped garden and rose boulevard to stroll through, the photo opportunities are endless. This venue’s full of elegance and charm. Inside, you’ll find three rooms to choose from, each with a different style offering you a perfect setting for an intimate ceremony or lavish celebration, all complete with contemporary décor, ornate fireplaces, and views of the grounds and riverside. The Mulberry Suite is the largest room for your ceremony and sit-down meal. With its high ceilings, large surrounding windows and doors to the picturesque grounds, this is a popular choice and can accommodate 150 guests. A grand staircase leads you to Willow, a ceremony room that seats 120 guests. This room is often chosen for the evening reception as this can be setup whilst dining in the Mulberry Suite. A tasting event is including in your package, there are two dressing rooms for you to use and this venue’s also on the tube line making it superaccessible for your guests. www.facebook.com/GalileoPhotography www.facebook.com/GalileoPhotography 20
£99 Get married on Wandsworth Common in a fairytale castle, all reception drinks, 3 courses, wine with meal and Champagne toast. NO HIRE FEE Le Gothique Wandsworth Common SW18 legothique.co.uk Le Gothique
The Orangery, Holland Park A hidden gem located in one of London’s prettiest parks Chelsea Old Town Hall An award-winning wedding venue located on the iconic Kings Road 020 7361 2220 | venues@rbkc.gov.uk | www.rbkc.gov.uk/venues Weddings steeped in character, history and charm
WWT LONDON WETLAND CENTRE 020 8409 4400 | www.wwt.org.uk Nestled on the outskirts of London within acres of nature reserve, pools and reed beds, WWT London provides the perfect backdrop for your day. Intimate nuptials of 42 guests take place in the Wetland Living, a thatched fisherman’s hut within the reserve. The Observatory is a beautiful split-level room that hosts 80 seated guests for your ceremony and boasts panoramic views across the reserve. This space can also accommodate your drinks reception with room for 165 standing. The Water’s Edge Room is the ideal space to dance the night away with capacity for 110 seated and 165 standing. This room benefits from dual aspect windows and its private balcony boasts views across the lakes and pools to the London skyline. All profit goes into national and global conservation so by booking your big day here you’ll be supporting the conservation of wetlands and wildlife and are offered a free one-year membership to WWT. SYON PARK 020 8560 0882| www.syonpark.co.uk Syon House is the spectacular London home of the Duke of Northumberland, set within 200 acres of grasslands ranging from fine lawns to an open meadow. The interiors are breath-takingly beautiful. The decorative stucco work and great ceiling beams reflect the pattern of the black and white marble floor. Statues of Roman nobles gaze down from their pedestals and the hall’s focal piece, a replica of Valadier’s bronze ‘The Dying Gaul’, holds pride of place at the top of elegant steps leading to the Ante Room. Nuptials can take place in the majestic Great Hall and the State Dining Room that seat 120 and 50 guests respectively. The Great Conservatory, adorned with palms, exotic flowers and trees, can also host ceremonies from 6pm for up to 120 guests and dinner for 160 guests. Candles on tables and along pathways will create the perfect fairy-tale setting. After dinner, guests can dance the night away under the glass dome. www.michaelmaurerweddings.com www.michaelmaurerweddings.com www.debraburgesslim.com www.debraburgesslim.com 23 LOCAL VENUES
The CarlTon Club luxury in The hearT of ST JameS’S Please contact Emily Bell on emily.bell@carltonclub.co.uk ~ 0207 399 0903 or visit www.carltonclub.co.uk for more information. West Lodge Park is a stunning country hotel set in 35 acres of Arboretum just 12 miles from central London. WHETHER A P I CTURESQUE CEREMONY IN THE GARDENS OR IN ONE OF OUR BEAUT I FUL ROOMS , WE CAN CATER FOR ALL . COCKFOSTERS ROAD, HADLEY WOOD HERTFORDSHI RE , EN4 0PY 02082 1 63909 HEADOFF I CE@BEALESHOTELS . CO. UK WWW.WESTLODGEPARK . CO. UK D I AMO N D S K I N A N D L A S E R C L I N I C We offer advanced skin treatments to clients suitable for their skintypes. We are a team of professional doctors and nurses who possess more than a decade of experience. We provide premium quality skin treatments at an affordable price. Wembley 348 High Road, Wembley, HA9 6AZ London 348 High Road, Central London, HA1 9YA hello@dimondskin.com 0208 004 0277 dslclinic.com
A whole lotta history Venues with a past THE CARLTON CLUB 020 7399 0904 | www.carltonclub.co.uk The Carlton Club is a luxurious Grade II* listed building in the heart of St James’s. Its majestic exterior boasts lofty windows that provide a glimpse of the splendour within and a grand double entrance door. The spacious terrace to the rear, with its beautiful glass verandas and established planters, is the envy of St James’s and provides its guests with an unrivalled al fresco experience. Indoors, there’s an enchanting sweeping staircase and three beautiful private dining rooms, all of which are perfect for intimate functions and grand celebrations and are adorned with historical portraits and luxurious furnishings. The largest private room is The Churchill Room. This palatial setting, with grand portraits and gilt-edged walls seats 100 for your ceremony, 94 for the wedding breakfast and 120 for the reception. The Wellington Room’s suitable for dining of up to 70 guests and The Morning Room lends itself well for a reception for up to 100 guests. Bathed in light from St James’s Street, this beautiful room contains the mahogany bar, which remains from the days when this room served as the Members Bar. With 24 bedrooms, including two larger suits, your guests can stay the night and couples are treated to a bottle of Pol Roger in their Bridal Suite, as a celebratory gift from the Club. HISTORIC VENUES 25
HYATT REGENCY LONDON – THE CHURCHILL 020 7486 5800 | www.hyattregencylondon.com Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill is perfectly positioned in a picturesque corner of Marylebone, overlooking Portman Square Garden. The hotel honours Sir Winston Churchill with bespoke design details and refined décor that give a subtle nod to his life and legacy. Outside, the impressive façade, elegant marble entrance and flying flags reflect its quintessentially British character. The hotel’s undergone a multi-million-pound refurbishment. Sophisticated contemporary-classic design, bespoke artworks and the finest furnishings are paired with all the comforts and amenities needed for a city-chic wedding. There’s a wonderful variety of celebration spaces. The hotel has private access to Portman Square Garden, which is a romantic spot for photos or even an outdoor reception with a marquee. Couples can choose to walk down the aisle in the new Gallery, which can accommodate 100 people for a ceremony and is adorned with artwork and boasts an abundance of natural daylight. The distinctive setting of The Library, with its high domed ceiling and fine architectural detail, is ideal for a drinks reception. Parties can celebrate in the Chartwell Ballroom, which accommodates 180 guests, under twinkling chandeliers and silk-panelled walls. Whether hitting the dancefloor or sipping on craft cocktails made by the venue’s mixologists, it’s the ideal reception setting. A dedicated wedding specialist will take care of every detail, and couples will enjoy a free menu tasting and complimentary wedding-night stay. RAFFLES LONDON AT THE OWO 020 3397 5800 | www.theowo.london Set to open in late 2022, Raffles London at The OWO will operate a 120 room and suites flagship hotel at the iconic Old War Office building on Whitehall. The Grade II* listed Old War Office building, originally completed in 1906, is steeped in history. This architectural masterpiece has witnessed world-shaping events whilst influential political and military leaders including Winston Churchill, H H Asquith, David Lloyd George and John Profumo held office. Its transformative journey will see the building reborn as The OWO, a new destination which will include 11 distinct restaurants and bars, an immersive spa with a 20-metre indoor pool and separate vitality pool, and a 620 seated-capacity grand ballroom – making this the ideal choice for your big-day celebrations. Located opposite Horse Guards on Whitehall, the hotel’s a stone’s throw from St James’s Park and the Mall so its central location makes it easily accessible for your loved ones. 26
Weddings at The In & Out Club A magnificent hidden gem tucked away in an exclusive corner of London’s St. James’s Allow our Club to be the perfect backdrop to your Big Day Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse ● licenced civil ceremony rooms ● space for up to 120 guests for a seated dinner ● inclusive & bespoke packages ● on site bedrooms ● health club & spa www.theinandout.co.uk | weddings@theinandout.co.uk | +44(0)207 827 5723 Your Wedding Your Day LICENCED FOR CIVIL CEREMONY NATURAL DAY LIGHT CAPACITY FOR UP TO 180 GUESTS ON SITE PARKING MULTI CUISINE OPTIONS BESPOKE PACKAGES TO SUIT ANY BUDGET CLOSE PROXIMITY TO CENTRAL LONDON Call our meetings and events team on 0208 896 8420 or email meetings@doubletreelondonealing.co.uk DOUBLETREELONDONEALING.CO.UK
A Grade 2* listed wedding venue in the heart of Bloomsbury Mecklenburgh Square, LondonWC1N 2AB +44 (0)20 7753 0578 events@goodenough.ac.uk www.events.goodenough.ac.uk Our established event professionals will guide you through every step of the planning process, helping you bring your vision to life and ensuring you have a relaxing and memory filled day. • 4 characterful rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions. • Manicured lawn, cloistered walkways and picturesque archways – the perfect photogenic back-drop • Delicious food & drink options • 4-star accommodation at The Goodenough including 4 beautiful suites with garden views Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies: Tie the knot on our lawns now the rules on outdoor weddings have changed! Book your outdoor wedding ceremony with us Spring/Summer 2022 and receive a 15% discount on the outside space. @goodenoughevents @goodenoughvenue Goodenough College Events & Hire rade 2* listed eddi g ve e i t e eart of loo sb ry Mecklenburgh Square, LondonWC1N 2AB +44 (0)20 7753 0578 events@goodenough.ac.uk www.events.goodenough.ac.uk Our established event professionals will guide you through every step of the planning process, helping you bring your vision to life and ensuring you have a relaxing and memory filled day. • 4 characterful rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions. • Manicured lawn, cloistered walkways and picturesque archways – the perfect photogenic back-drop • Delicious food & drink options • 4-star accommodation at The Goodenough including 4 beautiful suites with garden views Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies: Tie the knot on our lawns now the rules on outdoor weddings have changed! Book your outdoor wedding ceremony with us Spring/Summer 2022 and receive a 15% discount on the outside space. @goodenoughevents @goodenoughvenue Goodenough College Events & Hire
MYCENAE HOUSE AND GARDENS 020 8858 1749 | www.mycenaehouse.co.uk Originally a convent in the 1930s, Mycenae House is an historic Georgian-styled building, set within the grounds of beautiful public gardens in South East London. Blessings and ceremonies delivered by celebrants can take place either inside the elegant ballroom or within the gardens. The ballroom caters for 120 guests for your celebrations. It features a grand piano and numerous large sash windows that flood the room in natural daylight and overlook the woodland garden. Its neutral colour palette is perfect for those wanting a blank canvas of which to add your own personal style. During the summer months, events can extend out into the gardens, bringing the venue to life both inside and out. RIVERSIDE ROOMS, COUNTY HALL – SOUTH BANK 07813 922423 | www.merlineventslondon.com Situated within the Grade II* listed County Hall, in the heart of London, Riverside Rooms offers an enthralling view of a number of famous landmarks including the London Eye, Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, providing an iconic backdrop for your day. This venue boasts an Edwardian Baroque-styled interior with its majestic staircase, oak wood panelling and traditional parquet flooring and it benefits from a grand balcony overlooking the River Thames. Receptions can take place in a choice of three stunning, naturally lit rooms that accommodate up to 120 guests. When it comes to choosing your big-day banquet, couples are offered free tasting sessions and bespoke menus that are personalised to your tastes. Riverside Room’s new partner, Seasoned Events, will ensure an individual, specialist catering service, tailored to your requests. HISTORIC VENUES 29
@chislehurstbridal www.chislehurstbridal.co.uk 0208 295 4888 33 High Street, Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5AE We are Chelsea’s hidden secret. Buckleigh suits,morning coats, evening tails and dinner suits are renowned for their top quality fabric. Formal Wear Hire | Bespoke Tailoring | Ladies and Gentlemens Alterations T: 020 7730 0770 | www.buckleighoflondon.com | info@buckleighoflondon.com 83 Lower Sloane Street, Chelsea, London SW1W 8DA AYMEE WEIR SINGER / PERFORMER Aymee is an experienced singer with a BA (Hons) Music Performance degree. Since graduating, Aymee has been performing full time in bars, hotels, at weddings and even busking on the lively streets of London. She performs classic pop songs with a refreshing twist as a duo with guitarist Connor, playing songs from the 60’s to present day and is open to learn requests prior to the day of your special event. Aymee uses a small, but powerful Roland EX Cube for amplification and a BOSE L1 for gigs of 100+ guests. These have been used in small and large venues and are perfect for an acoustic setting. Aymee will ensure to provide professional and personal music for all occasions. (Wedding ceremonies, birthday parties, corporate events etc) To book, email info@aymeeweir.com with date, venue and time or fill out the online form on the website below. https://aymeeweir.com/weddings
ATTRACTION Instant Paige and Dan’s theme was brought to life with pumpkins-a-plenty and rich autumnal shades Images courtesy of Jeff Oliver Photography Paige and Dan had lived in the same area since they were children and first met 12 years ago. “We were both in The Lounge Bar in Chislehurst,” says Paige. “I knew one of Dan’s friends so I went over to say hello and there was an instant attraction.” Dan asked Paige for her number and their first date was arranged. “We went to Blackheath Village and I made my best friend (my maid-of-honour) come with me! Dan wasn’t impressed,” she recalls. Three years later, Dan Proposed. “He took me to the Berkeley Hotel in Mayfair for my birthday and asked me to marry him. It was a lovely birthday surprise!” Soon after they put their plans into action and tied the knot four years later. “I was born in October and just love the month and that time of the year so our day had to be an autumnal one,” Paige explains. “It was always a joke between me and Dan that if he didn’t marry me before I was 30, I’d be upset. So he kept to his promise with three days to spare!” Here, Paige talks us through their special day… REAL WEDDINGS 31
We just feel in love with The Old Royal Naval College. We’ve both lived in the Greenwich Borou gh our whole lives so it was a dream come true to hav e our wedding there. We’re raised Catholic so it was very sentimental that we got married in Christchurch Priory Eltham. Dan wore black tie and a black velvet blazer and his groomsmen wore tuxedos. Our adult bridesmaids wore burnt orange dresses, with a cowl neck and the younger ones wore a similar colour with a higher neck. They looked gorgeous. For the evening I wanted to dance the night away so I changed into a Nadine Merabi dress and let my hair down for a more relaxed look. My dress was by the designer - Essence of Austra lia. I loved the open back and lace detailing – so much s o that I accessorised with a custom-made veil using the same lace. 32
I loved the seasonal display that framed the top ta ble. I decided to go for more peach and light shades for the flowers, rather than a dark winter look. My dad’s been into classic cars his whole life. He belongs to a Volkswagen club who kindly offered to drive us to the church and then onto the venue in a VW Camperv an. It brought back childhood memories. The Painted Hall’s so beautiful and is the perfect backdrop for any theme. This allowed us to create our dream wedding. For our décor, we had more than 200 real pumpki ns throughout venue. It really brought the autumnal t heme to life. REAL WEDDINGS 33
Our guest bottoms didn’t touch their seats, we dan ced from day to night. Our day was amazing, it couldn’t have gone any better. Seeing everything come together to create our dream day was overwhelming, there was so much to take in. This is all down to good suppliers, friends and the amazing venue we chose. We wanted something different for our cake. The flavours were chocolate and orange, and raspberry and vanilla and it was deli cious. For our entertainment, the Function Band were outstanding! There was a total of 16 people, ranging from singers, a saxophone player and DJ and sound guys. PAIGE AND DAN’S LITTLE WHITE BOOK Venue, Painted Hall - Old Royal Naval College, https://ornc.org | Photographer, Jeff Oliver photography, https://jeffoliverphotography.com Dress, Chislehurst Bridal, www.chislehurstbridal.co.uk | Rings, Griffin of London, www.griffinoflondon.com | Suits, Suitsupply, https://suitsupply.com/en-gb/ | Cake, www.shelleyscakes.com | Flowers, K.R.Bunches, www.facebook.com/KRBunches-113611713734125 Samantha Davis Flowers, www.samanthadavisflowers.co.uk | Transport, Paint Scrapers, www.facebook.com/paintscrapers | Stationery, Wrapped & Written, www.instagram.com/its_wrappedandwritten Guest names were pinned to small pumpkins for o ur place cards and they were also incorporated in our floral arrangements. The gold candelabra that we used for our centrepi eces looked amazing against the décor of the Painted Hall. 34
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FALLING IN LOVE Can’t help Holly and Thanasis shared their special day with loved ones at All Saints Church followed by a reception at Fulham Palace Images courtesy of Owen B Weddings 36
Holly and Thanasis met in the summer of 2014, whilst having drinks in Soho and hit it off immediately. “We spent the next few hours laughing and discovering shared interests and similarities,” Holly recalls. “We’d arranged the second date before we’d even finished the second round of drinks!” It was obviously meant to be because five years later, Thanasis proposed. “It was a complete surprise, albeit a lovely one after a long work week!” she says. They celebrated with Champagne before heading out for dinner. “Amusingly if anything I might have expected Thanasis to propose the following week as we were going on holiday to St. Lucia. However, I got to pack my bag with lots of wedding magazines and we enjoyed kicking off the planning process from our sun loungers with cocktails instead,” says Holly. TREASURED MEMORIES Having a church ceremony was important to Holly and Thanasis, and All Saints Church and Fulham Palace provided the perfect location next to the River Thames. “It’s rare to find a location in London where the church is next to the venue, and where there’s so much beautiful greenspace so it really hit the mark,” Holly recalls. “The church service was beautiful, and the choir provided gorgeous moments to really pause and take it all in,” she says. “Walking up the aisle with my dad will be a memory I treasure forever and thinking back to the moment I saw Thanasis stood with his brothers at the alter always makes me smile,” she adds. Two of the duo’s great friends agreed to do speeches, each reading ‘Song of Solomon (2.10-13, 8.6-7)’ and ‘The Art of Marriage’ by W. A Peterson. “They were brilliant, and we were so happy that they played such an important role in our day,” Holly says. LOOKING THE PART Holly wore an Alma Novia, style Turiol gown that she altered to include an organza insert for the cut out back with button detail for the ceremony. This was then removed for the reception. The satin buttons continued to run the full length of the train and she accessorised with a cathedral-length crystal embellished veil that sparkled in the sunshine. She wore a crystal hair pin, diamond stud earrings and a diamond bracelet which were a gift from her father. “I also wore Manolo Blahnik Hangisi shoes in blue, which I’d wanted for years and always longed to have as my ‘something blue’ on the big day.” Thanasis and his groomsmen wore matching navy suits with pastel Hermes ties and their bridesmaid looked gorgeous in a eucalyptus green full-length dress with a satin bow tied at the back and a small puddle train. SIMPLE ELEGANCE “Our venue was a lovely marquee overlooking a path that was overflowing with giant hydrangea blooms, so we kept the décor clean and elegant,” Holly says. Green, white and blush floral centrepieces mirrored the flowers from the church, a hanging ivy wall framed the top table and stunning blossom trees were placed around the courtyard for the drinks reception and in the marquee. The table plan and place card designs were elegant and simple and continued the floral theme and the marquee sparkled with fairy lights strung from the canape. “For the REAL WEDDINGS 37
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