Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding news and ideas from around the area

The new Yankee Candle® SS24 collection

Find an oasis this spring with the new Yankee Candle® SS24 collection, Under the Desert Sun. The new collection will brighten the home with fragrances that exude memories of warmer days, including four refreshingly light and bright fragrances including, Desert Blooms, Aloe & Agave, Sweet Vanilla & Horchata, and Stargazing. Inspired by the unique beauty of the desert, the new collection has been designed to help escape the ordinary and satisfy wanderlust, immersing the home in sun-drenched scents. The Under The Desert Sun collection features exotic fragrances such as aguaro cactus, aloe and blue lotus, as well as soothing lavender and eucalyptus.

Three spicy but sophisticated hen party ideas

Throwing a hen party that will please all attendees can be tricky. Striking a balance between risque and tame activities can be one of the most controversial challenges you'll face when planning. In fact, some of the more crude hen party gimmicks came out in the top 10 most hated parts of a hen party in this report. However, you can create a hen party that strikes the perfect balance between spice and sophistication, ensuring a night to remember for both the bride and her friends. Jess Martin, Hen Party expert at Ginger Ray has shared three amazing themes for the perfect spicy but sophisticated hen party:

Manhay Farm in Helston unveils wild west-themed hen party packages

Saddle up for an unforgettable hen party experience at Manhay Farm, a picturesque venue nestled amidst the rolling hills and breathtaking scenery of Cornwall where the Wild West comes alive with a range of exciting activities and festive celebrations. Partygoers can embrace their inner cowgirl or cowboy and let the good times roll inside the enchanting barn that will transform into a Wild West saloon, complete with rustic décor, hay bales, and Western-themed props. Hen and stag parties can learn the iconic line dance steps with the professional line dancing instructor and test their rodeo skills with the mechanical bull riding challenge.

Experts share 5 tips on accommodating deaf guests at your wedding

Planning a wedding can be challenging, especially when there are so many decisions to be made and so many things to be considered. Whilst this is your big day, considering your guests can go a long way, especially for those who have disabilities or are hard of hearing. In the UK, one in five adults is deaf, has hearing loss or tinnitus, so the likelihood of having someone who may need additional help when it comes to hearing in attendance is quite likely. Ashish Shah, Audiologist at The Hearing Care Partnership has offered his expert advice on how you can better accommodate your deaf and hard-of-hearing guests.

Sidmouth Print Wedding Stationery offer bespoke invites, table plans and more

Check out Devon wedding supplier, Sidmouth Print Wedding Stationery for bespoke invites, RSVP and save-the-date cards, thank you and information cards, table plans, place cards, menus and more. The decorative designs are inspired by each couple and their wedding theme or colour palette and for those who already have their dream designs created, the talented team at Sidmouth Print Wedding Stationery can print them from these files offering a wonderful way to personalise your big day and wow your guests with something unique and special. dedicated designers are on hand to help couples every step of the way!

These daily habits are ruining your wedding ring

If you've been the lucky recipient of a diamond ring or a piece of jewellery, Nilesh Rakholia, jewellery expert and founder of Abelini, has shared exactly how to care for your precious diamonds to ensure they last a lifetime... Nilesh says: "While it can be tempting to wear precious items such as an engagement ring all the time, daily habits such as cooking and cleaning can damage your jewellery. To avoid this, we always recommend removing jewellery before showering or washing up because the soap can cause a film to form, which can leave rings and bracelets looking dull.

A third of Brits decline wedding invites due to cost Klarna finds

The wedding season is just around the corner! What is normally a cause for joy can often become a financial strain for guests. Travel, outfits, gifts – the costs can quickly soar to unexpected heights. This is also confirmed by a recent survey by Klarna*, the flexible choice for smart, secure payments: One third (36.4%) of those surveyed said they had declined wedding invitations in the past due to associated costs. Moreover, 30.2% of respondents said they have not attended a Stag or Hen party due to the expenses involved.

Wedding traditions which are falling out of favour with younger generations

Researchers surveyed Gen Z couples and found many traditional wedding and proposal traditions which are falling out of favour with younger generations. But it's good news for the father-of-the-bride, as 54 percent said expecting parents to cough up for the big day was no longer necessary. Other things which are likely to fall out of favour are asking the bride's father for permission to propose (43 percent), sleeping apart the night before the wedding (38 percent) and the bride taking their partner's name (35 percent).

Of the 2,000 18- to 27-year-olds, surveyed by Churchill, as many as 86 percent believe the traditional stereotype of men proposing to women is old hat – and women should be able to pop the question too.

A third (29 percent) think that being given away is no longer necessary, while 27 percent say that tossing the bouquet is out of style. Being carried over the threshold (26 percent), promising to obey in the vows (25 percent) and wearing a veil (19 percent) are also falling out of favour.

Feast on Flapjackery this Easter

Devon-based Flapjackery has Easter treats to send by post with its range of delicious flapjacks that are the perfect alternative to a traditional chocolate egg. All flapjacks are gluten-free, vegetarian and contain no palm oil. They are suitable for home freezing and have a varying shelf life, depending upon the ingredients, with the shortest shelf life being two weeks. They are individually wrapped and delivered in a recyclable cardboard box. Choose from the Happy Easter Plaque Message Flapjack Box, £34; the Mega Happy Easter Message Flapjack Box, £48; the Easter Flapjack Boxes, from £12.50 each; the Chocolate Fudge Egg Smash Up Flapjack box of three, from £12.50 and the Millionaires Egg Splat Flapjack Box of three from £12.50 and send with love this Easter.

9 in 10 newlyweds say budgeting is the biggest wedding stress

New research of newlyweds has revealed that 9 in 10 newlyweds find budgeting to be the biggest wedding stress. Queensmith's research surveyed 1,000 recently married couples throughout the UK, exploring the most and least enjoyable aspects, as well as the most stressful moments, leading up to their weddings and during the day itself. Weddings take a lot of time to plan in order to make them fabulous, but they also cost a pretty hefty sum of money too. Looking at the most stressful aspects of wedding, a whopping 93% of respondents said budgeting was the most stressful part of planning a wedding.

Dawlish Warren set to host annual Figaro Owners Club Rally

Classic car enthusiasts can see the annual Figaro Owners Club rally when it comes to Dawlish Warren this spring, a great destination for a mini-moon in the region, or a staycation. The Devon Figaro Rally 2024 has attracted 40 Figaro owners from as far afield as Germany, Luxemburg and Holland who are coming to stay at the Langstone Cliff Hotel from 22nd – 26th of April. The three days of convoy driving will take in Teignmouth, Torquay, Paignton, Stoke Fleming, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Otterton, Sidmouth, Honiton, Postbridge, Tavistock, Ashburton, Chudleigh Knighton and Kingsteignton. The Figaro Owners Club members hope Devon residents and visitors alike will enjoy the spectacle as the pastel procession makes its way around the county.

Hen party dos and don'ts according to brides

Planning a hen party can be a stressful task, and with more and more brides opting for weekends over one last night of single life, there's even more pressure to get it right. To help you create the perfect celebration, Amy Greenshields, party planning expert at cardfactory spoke to 10 recent brides and bride-to-bes, unveiling their hen party dos and don'ts. Using this insight, Amy shares her top tips for 'kissing the miss goodbye' in style.

Expert advice on how to plan a wedding in 2024

Georgie Mitchell, Wedding Planner and Wedding Expert for online fashion destination Silkfred, shares her expert insight on how to plan a wedding in 2024. "Figure out your goals! Every wedding starts very differently and couples want different things. Sit together and decide what is the most important part of your wedding day - are you looking for a big party? Therefore drink and music may be key. Alternatively, if the look of everything is the most important thing, then this is where your money will be spent. Ensure you then allocate the budget and start with these suppliers."

The Headland hotel to host luxury wedding fair on Saturday 16th March

Dramatically positioned on its own private headland and surrounded on three sides by the Atlantic Ocean, the majestic Victorian hotel offers the ideal luxury location for an unforgettable wedding with no fewer than six different venues to say 'I do'. The Headland is hosting its inaugural Wedding Fayre on Saturday, 16th March between 1 pm and 6 pm, in partnership with a selection of Cornish wedding suppliers, to showcase their iconic venue. Guests can enjoy complimentary canapés and a glass of fizz at the free event while listening to live music from Scenic Route and meeting with The Headland's friendly events team and wedding suppliers.

Make this Mother's Day memorable at Bedruthan Hotel & Spa in Cornwall

This year, celebrate the mothers in your life at Bedruthan Hotel & Spa. Reflecting the Cornish landscape, the hotel is designed with its surroundings in mind including Sensory Spa Gardens, relaxation lounges and swimming pools. Families are invited to spend quality time by participating in crafting workshops at Create Cornwall, from blow painting to paper making, and more. To make sure parents can fully unwind, the hotel has partnered with the Parent & Child Nanny Agency, providing registered babysitters with DBS Enhanced Disclosure and training in pediatric first aid. The hotel also has its own soft play area, Jungle Tumble, ideal for children to burn off some energy on rainy days. As the perfect seaside escape, Bedruthan cares for both mothers and children, with activities and experiences for all.

Luxury gifts for all occasions with WOLF

The ultimate gift awaits with WOLF, a family-owned British brand, luxury jewellery boxes, travel jewellery cases, bags, watch winders and cases and a plethora of other accessories. Whether it's a pre-wedding treat for yourself, a thank you gift for your bridal party, or something you want added to your big-day giftlist, WOLF's beautifully designed jewellery boxes and cases are exquisite in design and intricate in detail and make the perfect travel accompaniment for your hen do or honeymooon. The Caroline Large Jewellery Box could be a wonderful maid of honour gift for the wedding season or a timeless classic gift for a mother, while the travel jewellery case Caroline Jewellery Portfolio, available in ivory, black or red, is perfect for securing precious items on your honeymoon.

Investment deal set to shake up the stag and hen industry

Brighton-based tour operator The Stag Company has announced an exciting investment deal whereby Danish travel company Awesome Adventures Group has secured a significant shareholding in the company. The partnership will facilitate growth for both businesses within the stag and hen market, acting as a springboard for more competitive pricing and product portfolio expansion. The deal positions Awesome Adventures as the go-to ground agent for The Stag Company customers, which means they will be welcomed into resort via an infrastructure of teams in location, thereby elevating the customer experience.

Mother's Day ideas for the mother-of-the-bride

With Mother's Day just around the corner on Sunday 10th March, it's time to celebrate the unsung hero of weddings, the mother of the bride! It's time to shower her with the love and attention she deserves. From spa days to chocolates, meals out to heartfelt notes, there are countless ways to make her day special. Leading hen party company, Fizzbox dives into treating the mother of the bride this Mother's Day. Get ready for heartwarming ideas, laughter and maybe even a happy tear or two!

New data reveals the UK hotspots for wedding bliss

A new study has revealed the areas in the UK with the best vendors and venues for wedding ceremonies, with Essex being crowned top for both. The research conducted by photo wall art creator StoryBoards analyzed data, to identify the UK regions with the highest quantity of top-rated vendors and venues, including vineyards, cake companies, and stationary brands. Most brides and grooms will agree that planning a wedding is stressful, as trying to pull off an event that feels unique to the couple while managing expectations, budget, and family can be difficult at times. Thankfully, beautiful venues exist to help make the whole process easier.

Get your caffeine fix at our Signature Wedding Shows

Pop along to any County Wedding Events Signature Wedding Show and you'll discover a delicious Beanies sachet in your goody bag. "At Beanies we think life is all about flavour. So we've made a flavour coffee to suit every moment. Because sometimes it's a super Sticky Toffee kinda day. And others it's a cheeky Cherry Chocolate kinda day. You name it, we've got the full-on, all-out flavour to go with it. Every one is full to the brim with the biggest, boldest, most delicious-est tastes you can imagine. And they're sugar free and low in calories too, so it's guilt-free indulgence all the way. Whatever the occasion, we've got the flavour to match. From the moment the jar is popped open and releases the aroma, to the very last sip, we make sure that the experience is full-on and ultimately satisfying."