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

Rebel Love Collective delivers inclusivity training for vendors

Rebel Love Collective, a leading provider of LGBTQ+ inclusive wedding services has announced its expansion into new areas to further its mission of creating a more inclusive and affirming space for couples and lovers. Founded in March 2022, Rebel Love Collective has rapidly become a trusted wedding industry name. Through its existing services, including Rebel Love Club (photography and videography), Rebel Love Directory (wedding directory), and the upcoming Rebel Love Wedding Fair, the company has already connected countless LGBTQ+ couples with inclusive vendors.

Let’s hear it for dad!

Here comes Father's Day! How much does dad impact our wedding day? Here we unpack all of his important roles, starting with the most important one: walking us down the aisle. Thank you dad for making sure we don't do that walk alone and for all the embarrassing things you'll say on the day. Click through to read all about dad's jobs on the day of your wedding.

Olivia Freelance Hair Stylist based in Redruth helps get hair big-day ready

Olivia Lleshaj, founder of Olivia Freelance Hair Stylist based in Redruth, Cornwall offers tips to get hair wedding ready this summer season. When it comes to washing hair before the big day, Olivia stresses that the timing is key. She tells us, "Washing your locks is one of the most important prep steps, and yet it's often overlooked! Washing your hair at the wrong time - or with the wrong products - can change how your style holds on the big day. In most cases, I recommend that brides wash their hair the day before their wedding because freshly washed hair can be too soft or slippery to hold styles, especially if they're opting for a polished or structured hair do."

Devon-based Claire's Kitchen offers delicious barbecue menus including vegetarian options for summer

Devon-based Claire's Kitchen in Kingsbridge offers delicious barbecue menus including vegetarian options for local weddings this summer. The talented, professional team of cooks create delicious menus for private and corporate events in Devon. Owner Claire's wealth of experience in the planning, cooking and managing large events started when she gained The Cordon Bleu Diploma and also Business Management Level 4. With more than 30 years of experience behind her, Claire and the team provide their time and expertise ensuring every finishing detail is well organised for each couple and their wedding day, whether they book a barbecue, a spit roast or another delicious wedding menu.

Introducing Cake Spiral™ - the next evolution in cake displays by Prop Options

Prop Options, the UK-based innovators setting the standard for modern cake styling, has launched Cake Spiral – the industry's first fully flat-pack spiral cake support to hit the professional market. Made from high-quality, food-safe acrylic, Cake Spiral transforms from flat to full-height spiral in seconds – no tools, no bending, no shaping required. The structure simply pulls into place, locks securely between tiers, and can be styled and set up in moments. It is the only spiral cake stand on the market to combine fold-flat portability with genuine structural support.

GAIA Spa Launch New ‘Everglowing’ Face and Body Treatment

GAIA Skincare, the award-winning natural spa and skincare brand, is delighted to unveil its newest signature experience: the Everglowing Face and Body Treatment. Now available at the flagship GAIA Spa at Boringdon Hall, the luxurious five-star manor hotel nestled in the heart of Devon, the treatment has been carefully curated to uplift and revitalise both the mind and body. Available as a 60-minute or extended 90-minute treatment, the Everglowing Face and Body Treatment blends mindful rituals, invigorating massage techniques, and radiant skincare to leave guests feeling refreshed, renewed, and truly glowing. The journey begins with GAIA's renowned signature foot ritual, where guests select from one of three bespoke body oil blends – Awakening, Balancing, or Calming – to personalise their sensory experience.

Unplugged & Cabilla Cornwall Launch First Offline Rainforest Retreat

Unplugged, the UK's leading digital detox escape in nature, launches its first ever offline retreat in partnership with Cabilla Cornwall. Nestled in 300 acres of ancient temperate rainforest on Bodmin Moor - one of the UK's most breathtaking and peaceful landscapes - the three-night retreat offers guests a rare chance to truly switch off. It combines Unplugged's signature tech-free experience with the transformational, magical energy of Cabilla's wild, restorative surroundings. From forest bathing, cold plunges in the river, a guided rainforest tour, morning yoga and sound healing to stargazing and sauna sessions, the retreat is a slow-paced immersion in nature - designed to ground guests, restore energy, and deepen connections.

Modern day hen do ideas - time to celebrate

The hen do is the perfect opportunity to shower your bridesmaids with love before the big day. It's all about celebrating your friendship, laughing until your cheeks hurt and making the most of your time together. If you're looking for unique and fun ways to honour your girlies, here are some ideas from hen experts, bookaparty.com. Treat your bridal crew to a bottomless brunch where the prosecco and pancakes keep coming. Head to the city centre of your choice and enjoy a fun atmosphere, good music and tasty food to suit a range of tastes. Whether it's a full English breakfast, avocado toast, fluffy waffles or pizza, your taste buds will be in heaven, and unlimited drinks help you to kick off your day in style. Sip on free-flowing glasses of fizz, cocktails, beer, cider or soft drinks as you let your hair down and even enjoy some live entertainment from DJs to cabaret shows.

Premier Cottages has curated its top picks including Cadhay in Devon

With the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in full bloom, Premier Cottages has listed its top picks for a garden getaway with Cadhay in Devon included in the round-up. This list of botanical escapes prmosie to rejuvenate and inspire anybody wanting to book a UK staycation mini-moon or honeymoon. Cadhay in Devon, located close to the beautiful Jurassic coast with its pristine sandy beaches is a historic Tudor manor house with three cottages set within the estate complete with wood burners and comfortable furnishings. Cadhay is also home to magnificent gardens with medieval fishponds allowing for plenty of scenic walking trails.

Newquay's Trenance Trail unveiled for May half term

There is a new free activity for families in Newquay this half term. If you venture beyond Newquay's bustling high street and beautiful beaches, there is a beautiful peaceful valley called Trenance. With its striking viaduct, managed gardens and trickling stream, the Trenance Valley is a gem in Newquay's crown. Newquay Business Improvement District (BID) was granted funding from Cornwall Council's Town Delivery Fund and Experience Newquay to create a trail joining Cliff Road to the Trenance Valley. Award-winning children's book illustrator, author, artist and muralist Maia Walczak who is based in Newquay was approached by Newquay BID to pen the story and illustrations. Meandering through forests, oceans, outer space and inner space, her work celebrates the natural world.

2025 wedding wine trends unveiled by Laithwaites

Laithwaites, the UK's leading online wine merchant, has revealed the top five wedding wine trends of 2025. Created by experts from Laithwaites' wedding wine service, this list reflects the current vogue for unique, cost-conscious wedding celebrations that leave a lasting impression on guests. "Couples are coming to us looking to create experiences that focus on value, showcase their personalities and give their guests a great time. It's so often the food and drink that makes a great wedding stand out," says Greg Roberts, Wine Educator at Laithwaites. Wedding wine trends for 2025.

The Eve Appeal: The UK’s Leading Gynae Cancer Charity’s Get Lippy Campaign

The Eve Appeal is on a mission is to save lives by focusing on preventing and improving the early diagnosis of the five gynaecological cancers. Throughout May, they are encouraging everyone to Get Lippy alongside some of the leadingnames and brands in beauty. The campaign raises awareness of the five gynae cancers: womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval andvaginal through a series of fundraising, education, and awareness initiatives to prevent these cancers before they start.

The Cornish Seaweed Bath Company launches new Revitalise Eye Gel

The Cornish Seaweed Bath Company launches new Revitalise Eye Gel, £34.95 which is a great product for brides-to-be. It's the latest addition to the brand's seaweed-powered skincare range, perfect for pre-wedding pampering that's designed to hydrate, smooth, and awaken tired eyes, naturally. Fresh from the shores of Cornwall, this lightweight, silky gel is infused with wild Cornish seaweed and a botanical blend of buddleia, skullcap, chrysanthemum, and cypress essential oils, chosen for their antioxidant, de-puffing and line-reducing benefits. It helps soothe the delicate under-eye area, reduce dark circles, and revive fatigued skin with a cooling effect that's perfect for morning or evening use.

Brits are calling for an end to ‘rowdy’ stag and hen celebrations

Gone are the days when stag and hens revolved around a simple send-off - with costs spiralling out of control, Brits are calling for an end to 'rowdy' stag and hen celebrations. The study by the UK's most-trusted discount site, VoucherCodes.co.uk, reveals Brits are forking out £1,000 more than they'd like to celebrate their friends' and families' upcoming nuptials, with the average person willing to spend just £214. With many celebrations now lasting several days and requiring trips abroad, the average stag and hen now costs an eye-watering £1,208. It's therefore no surprise that a whopping 71% of people say costs have gotten out of control.

Unplugged, the UK's original digital detox escape, launches first Cornwall Cabin

Unplugged - the UK's original digital detox escape has launched its newest cabin and first in Cornwall called Elsa. It's also the first to feature an outdoor hot tub, aligning with the growing wellness travel trend and consumer demand. On arrival, guests are asked to lock their phone away in a lockbox for 72 hours (an old school Nokia phone is provided for emergencies). This is the scientifically proven, optimum time required to reap the wellbeing benefits of a digital detox, which includes better sleep, reduced anxiety and reduced stress levels, sharpened focus and productivity plus improved mood and human connection.

8 Tips To Avoid Wedding Guest Burnout This Wedding Season

As peak wedding season rolls in, it's not just brides and grooms who are feeling the pressure. New research reveals a growing trend of wedding burnout, and it's hitting guests just as hard. From back-to-back hen-dos and stag weekends to pricey gifts and cross-country travel, the cost and commitment of attending multiple weddings have left many guests feeling emotionally and financially drained. To help guests avoid burnout this wedding season, the experts at Queensmith have shared their 8 top tips to beat the 'wedding guest hangover', from setting a budget to knowing when to say no.

Newquay's independent travel agents are national winners

Newquay's local independent and family-run travel agents L&K Travel are national winners of The TUI Community Hero Award. Jessica Gardener, director of Cornish-based L&K Travel said, "We want to thank every single person in our fantastic community for coming together and making this possible. Without the generous donations, support and motivation from you all, we wouldn't have achieved what we did. We want to thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts." Jessica also adds, "You now know that by booking your next getaway with L&K Travel, you are supporting local. You are giving back to your local community."

Hotpod Yoga Takes on Mental Health Week

Mental health awareness week (12th – 18th May) is upon us and it's time we get serious about our feelings. With the constant rise in social media consumption and the cruelty of the media, it's vita we understand how we can support our mental health. Hotpod Yoga in Birmingham are facing the week head on and, in collaboration with CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably), are helping locals support the worthy cause.

This new cleaning trend is ruining your engagement ring!

The newest trend to clean engagement rings with a coffee steamer, whilst entertaining to watch, is a sure-fire way to ruin your precious ring! We have to be very careful about our jewels and must not forget that it is four simple prongs that hold in our sparkling beauties. To educate us as to why this hack should get the sack is Neil Dutta, managing director of the engagement ring specialists, Angelic Diamonds

Project Eighty Three is Crowned the Best Bar in Cornwall

Project Eighty Three has won the Muddy Stiletto award for the Best Bar in Cornwall. The venue, which is located in the vibrant area of Wesley Yard, Newquay, is not your average live music spot; it's a blend of culture, food, motorbikes and good vibes. Catering not only to bikers but also drawing in a diverse local following and tourists alike, it offers a dynamic fusion of culture, cuisine, and creativity. The founders told us: "We are absolutely blown away to be voted Cornwall's Best Bar, especially in our very first year. We never imagined how far our vision would go or how much support we would receive in such a short time."