Your North West Wedding - October/November 2019 (Issue 58)

Joanna and Kevin celebrated their special day with loved ones at Roundthorn Country House Images courtesy of Julie Winspear Photography J oanna and Kevin met in 2010 through mutual friends. “We were on a night out, and we hit it off right away,” says Joanna. “We bumped into each other soon after and organised our first date.” Five years later, Kevin popped the question. “It was Christmas Day,” shares the bride. “Kevin had hidden the ring in my stocking. It was a big surprise, and we couldn’t have been happier.” Here she shares some of her favourite moments from their big day... Somewhere over THE RAINBOW Caroline and Scott had a vibrant celebration at The Wellbeing Farm Images courtesy of Nik Bryant Photography C aroline and Scott met in 2002 while watching the FIFA World Cup. “I decided to support England at my local pub,” says Caroline. “I spotted Scott across the room and pointed him out to my friend, Ellen. Funnily enough, she knew him and introduced us. We hit it off straight away, and our first date led to a wonderful summer of romance. I’ve never met anyone like him, and his inspired me to live the best life I possibly can.” Scott asked his beautiful bride to marry him on Christmas Day. “Getting married was never a priority for us,” shares Caroline. “We were happy together, and that was more than enough. The proposal was a complete surprise, and he even got our two daughters, Daisy and Lola, involved.” Here she shares some of her favourite moments from their big day... 45  REAL WEDDINGS