REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER What to look out for in this issue 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on the latest from around the West Midlands 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 49 HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions 77 COMPETITION Win a fun-filled sleepover for eight guests at Whitley Hall in Yorkshire CONTENTS DECEMBER/JANUARY 2021/2022 VENUES 15 SPOTLIGHT ON HEREFORDSHIRE, WORCESTERSHIRE & SHROPSHIRE Discover some of the best venues in the area 19 WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND Tie the knot in a magical venue FEATURES 43 IT’S THE JOURNEY THAT MATTERS The latest transport options 46 MEMORABLE MOMENTS County Wedding Magazines editor Melissa Barker shares her wedding planning journey 53 STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD Tips for looking your big-day best 59 MODERN ROMANCE Inspired by autumnal colours, this styled shoot took place at the beautiful Blithfield Lakeside Barns Cover look This issue’s cover is from Sarah and Matt’s wedding on page 25. It was photographed by Michelle Williams Photography (www.michellewilliamsphotography.co.uk) at the gorgeous Hoar Cross Hall (www.baronseden.com/hoar-cross-hall). 49 53 www.stuartjamesphoto.co.uk 3
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