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Wedding News: New book launch: The modern couple's guide to wedding speeches

New book launch: The modern couple's guide to wedding speeches

The Modern Couple's Guide to Wedding Speeches is for grooms and brides who want their wedding speeches to be memorable for the right reasons and to kick off their marriage with a bang. This book is intended to benefit you whether you are straight or gay, whatever your religious beliefs are, or where you live. Heidi encourages us to reconsider old traditions, and tear up the outdated rulebook to create a modern wedding guide. Because speeches are such an important part of the day, she encourages couples to think about who they want to give speeches and what they want from the speeches.

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Wedding News: County Wedding Magazines' competition winner!

County Wedding Magazines' competition winner!

Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ, we love nothing more than to hear from the winners of our competitions. In the crazy world of wedding planning, it's exciting for us to be able to offer our lovely readers some exciting giveaways and competitions which will hopefully give you a much-needed pick-me-up during on the countdown to your wedding day.

In the Autumn of 2022, CWM ran a competition, 'Win a two-night stay in the heart of The Lakes!' and the winners were nearlyweds Steph and Michael! The lucky pair enjoyed a stay, with dinner, bed and breakfast at The Wild Boar Inn a traditional Lakeland inn with oak beams, log fires, an in-house microbrewery and smokehouse all in the rolling countryside of the Gilpin Valley.

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Wedding News: Chef Adam Handling is through to the final of Great British Menu on BBC Two

Chef Adam Handling is through to the final of Great British Menu on BBC Two

Chef Adam Handling, owner of the Adam Handling Restaurant Group which includes the popular Ugly Butterfly restaurant in St. Ives and The Loch & The Tyne in Windsor has won the Scottish heat in this year's highly popular Great British Menu on BBC Two. Adam will be representing Scotland in the finals, which will be aired on Monday 27th March. This year, in honour of 65 years of Paddington Bear, the chefs' brief was to celebrate the best of British animation and illustration. Adam's dishes are based on both classic and contemporary works, with deep-rooted links to his native Scotland. His starter of red pepper custard, tom berry tomatoes and basil sorbet was inspired by one of the episodes in the BBC's Five Fables animated series, based on Aesop's fables and narrated by Billy Connolly.

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Wedding News: 10 Most Instagrammed UK Wedding Venues

10 Most Instagrammed UK Wedding Venues

With over 278,000 UK weddings expected to take place in 2023, there's no doubt that couples across the country are already scrolling through Instagram in search of inspiration! With this in mind, Aura Print has discovered the most Insta-worthy and beautiful wedding venues of the UK. Analysing over 200 venues around the UK, they searched Instagram to discover which venue was being talked about most, narrowing it down to the 10 most desirable wedding venue locations in the UK.

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Wedding News: How to save money on your next wedding gift

How to save money on your next wedding gift

Receiving an invitation to a wedding is always an exciting time. However, deciding what gift to buy the couple, and especially how much to spend, can be daunting - now more so than ever due to the increased cost of living. Data from VoucherCodes.co.uk reveals guests will spend an average of £113.39 for each gift they buy when attending a wedding which, for many of us, is a hefty amount. Anita Naik, Savings Expert at the UK's most trusted savings site VoucherCodes.co.uk, has some great tips on how to save money on your upcoming wedding gifts without skimping on the sentiment:

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Wedding News: Wickhams’ Wines of the Month reflects Mother's Day

Wickhams’ Wines of the Month reflects Mother's Day

Wickhams' Wines of the Month for March have announced three exceptional options to celebrate Mothers and Malbec! With Mother's Day taking place on Sunday 19th March and Malbec World Day happening on Monday 17th of April, Devon-based Wickhams has an online tasting event on Thursday 16th of March focusing on Malbec. In its homeland of southern France, Malbec was deemed only valuable for bulk-out wines and adding colour. It then found a new home in Argentina where the altitude allowed it to show its aromatic personality. It has since become one of the most popular grape varieties in the world. Dan Farrell-Wright and Pip Vanham (AIWS DipWSET) will present six Malbec wines at the event from Argentina, France and Australia which is their pick of the bunch.

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Wedding News: Unique theatre venues for your vows and and bows!

Unique theatre venues for your vows and and bows!

Finding the wedding venue of your dreams can be a difficult task, especially if you're looking for something with a little less traditional with a little more drama. According to Google trend data, searches for 'unique wedding venues' have seen an uplift of 769% in the last month, and more specifically, searches for 'theatre weddings' have risen by an enormous 1250%. SeatPlan reveal the most unique, musical, dramatic, and theatrical wedding venues around the UK, so you can be centre stage and in the spotlight on your big day.

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Wedding News: Cornwall and Berkshire-based chef Adam Handling makes TV appearance

Cornwall and Berkshire-based chef Adam Handling makes TV appearance

Chef Adam Handling who owns the Adam Handling Restaurant Group with The Loch & The Tyne located in Old Windsor, Berkshire and The Ugly Butterfly situated in Cornwall will be competing in this year's highly popular Great British Menu on BBC Two tonight (Tuesday 28th February) at 8 pm. Adam is back representing Scotland in the Scottish heat. This year, the chefs starring in the programme will be taking inspiration from the best of British animation and illustration when creating their dishes. Host Andi Oliver and regular judges Tom Kerridge, Nisha Katona, and Ed Gamble will be surprised with plenty of familiar characters, from cartoons and novels to video games. Taking inspiration from the likes of Wind in the Willows and Disney animation Brave, Adam will be creating spectacular dishes in the hope of securing a place at the 2023 banquet.

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Wedding News: Weddings don't need to cost the earth

Weddings don't need to cost the earth

With nearlyweds looking to opt for more sustainable choices when planning their nuptials, Talking Tables' new wedding rental scheme ensures this special occasion will look beautiful, without costing the earth. Would be spouses can choose from its best-selling tall glass candle holders in a variety of colours to suit every theme, both clear and brightly coloured bud vases, and handmade silver stainless steel plates and bowls. Tables can be exquisitely dressed for a fraction of the cost to buy and be happy knowing the items will bring more joy to others rather than sitting in the back of your cupboard - a sustainable solution!

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Wedding News: 5 songs to avoid on your big day

5 songs to avoid on your big day

On top of organising flowers, dresses, venues and speeches, choosing the music for your wedding is yet another decision to make. But where do you even begin? The options are seemingly endless and the song you do pick will be the one that you define as 'yours' for the rest of your lives together. Wedding decor specialists Ginger Ray have crunched the numbers to reveal which songs and artists have made it onto the most Spotify wedding playlists and could be, dare we say it... overdone. So, whether you want to embrace the most popular choices (they are favourites for good reason after all) or whether you want to know which songs to avoid if you are looking to create a more unique soundtrack for your big day, here is Wedding Spotify, Wrapped.

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Wedding News: Bovey Castle in Devon hosts Open Day on Sunday 5th March

Bovey Castle in Devon hosts Open Day on Sunday 5th March

Bovey Castle, the iconic luxury manor house hotel in Devon is opening its doors on Sunday 5th March for a unique open day with free activities and guided tours. The hotel is inviting guests to experience archery or air rifle taster sessions, ferret racing, falconry displays and more at its free-to-attend open day which takes place from midday until 4 pm. Guests can also play on the hotel's 18-hole championship golf course, one of the most historic courses in the country, or soak up a mini hand massage at the tranquil Elan Spa. The event is also a chance to meet the hotel's staff and for guests to immerse themselves in its rich history with a guided tour of the Grade II-listed building set within 275 acres of beautiful countryside in Dartmoor National Park.

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Wedding News: Above the Bay at Falmouth Golf Club hosting Wedding Fair this weekend

Above the Bay at Falmouth Golf Club hosting Wedding Fair this weekend

Are you recently engaged and looking for a stunning Cornish wedding venue? Then check out Above the Bay at Falmouth Golf Club who specialise in dreamy coastal weddings. They're hosting an afternoon of wedding inspiration this Saturday 25th February from noon until 3 pm with more than 20 local suppliers, fizz on arrival, free entry and complimentary parking. The expert wedding team will be available all day to answer any questions and to show you around the venue. There will also be a special offer available, book a wedding on the day and you'll be entitled to 50% off the room hire, with a £100 non-refundable deposit.

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Wedding News: Top tips for having a low waste wedding

Top tips for having a low waste wedding

Getting married is one of the most exciting days of your life, and you'll want it to be as special as possible. But you might also want your wedding to be kinder to the planet than the usual nuptials — indeed, a study found that British weddings create 18kg of plastic waste per event, adding up to 4,910 tonnes of plastic waste every year. Even for the biggest event of your life, this is a lot of waste to produce during a single day, and many people are increasingly looking to find ways of reducing it and have more sustainable nuptials. If you want to enjoy the big day but also make it more of an eco-friendly event, suppliers of catering equipment Alliance Online have put together some tips for you to take forward in your wedding planning. Even though getting married is a big event, you can still keep the carbon footprint small.

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Wedding News: Proposing a prenup? A guide to practical romance this February

Proposing a prenup? A guide to practical romance this February

Some consider February to be one of the most romantic months of the year. With January finally over, we can start to look forward to Spring, and the warmer months ahead. Each leap year, the 29th of February is traditionally held as a day when the tables can turn and women are supposed to propose marriage to men, instead of the other way around. However, most obviously, February contains Valentine's Day and the celebrations of lovers up and down the country who look to St Valentine for inspiration for their friendships and romantic relationships.

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Wedding News: Visit Harefield Barn in Crediton this weekend for their Wedding Showcase

Visit Harefield Barn in Crediton this weekend for their Wedding Showcase

Visit Harefield Barn in Crediton, Devon this weekend for their Wedding Showcase taking place on Sunday 19th of February from 2 pm until 6 pm. The stunning venue will be dressed for a wedding and there will be a fantastic offer running for !0% off the price of a wedding for any couple attending the event and booking a 2023 or 2024 date within 10 days. There'll also be a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival and Pizza A Legna street food van serving delicious pizzas and cannoli.

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Wedding News: Say ‘I Do’ to a Dry Wedding with Mavrik Alcohol-free Cocktails

Say ‘I Do’ to a Dry Wedding with Mavrik Alcohol-free Cocktails

With a growing number of people going sober or choosing to moderate their drinking, the traditional wedding 'knees up' may be a thing of the past as today's couples opt for a more sober affair - which everyone can remember! In the past, non-drinkers or designated drivers would be somewhat left out of the celebrations with access to only a sad selection of soft drinks or juices. However, now nearlyweds-to-be are putting as much effort into deciding what alcohol-free drinks to offer as they would apply to sourcing the Champagne for the toasts! Plus, not only are dry weddings a huge money saver, but they also allow guests to enjoy the day with a clear head and leave the event with all those special memories firmly in tact.

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Wedding News: Enjoy this half term at Harbour Beach Club & Hotel in Salcombe

Enjoy this half term at Harbour Beach Club & Hotel in Salcombe

Enjoy a British seaside bolthole this half term by booking into the Harbour Beach Club & Hotel in Salcombe, Devon. The hotel offers panoramic views across the picture-perfect beach where guests can explore the beautiful windswept coast, or some much-needed rest and relaxation. Harbour Beach Club & Hotel has something for all the family. The recently opened Beach Club Spa is home to a 12-metre pool, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the beach, a hydro pool, sauna and steam rooms, a juice bar and a relaxation room.

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Wedding News: Five things that mean more to love than Valentine's gifts (and are free)

Five things that mean more to love than Valentine's gifts (and are free)

Dr Rachel Taylor is a neuropsychologist, podcast host and founder of UNBroken. She has this advice on the five things that mean more to love than Valentine's gifts (and are free). "The brain has many different circuitry mechanisms associated with feelings of love. Below are some suggestions that mean more to love than commercial gifts."To appreciate is to raise in value, so the appreciation of another is truly better than a gift. Appreciation of another triggers a part of the brain called the hypothalamus which is directly involved in controlling our circadian rhythm. We also get a dopamine hit which supports us to be more motivated to perform the same behaviour. The more we appreciate a person, the more motivated they are to carry on being the amazing person that we think they are.

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Wedding News: 5 ways to get your pooch involved in your wedding

5 ways to get your pooch involved in your wedding

Planning a wedding is a whirlwind of nerves and excitement, and if you have a dog, you might want to get them involved in the event too. But how? Here, Lisa Melvin from Webbox offer some ideas. Organising a wedding can be as overwhelming as it is exciting. If you have a dog, you might be wondering if you can involve them in the event too — your pooch is most definitely part of your family, and it's natural to want them to be a part of your special day. Read on to find out some ideas for how you can bring your pooch to the wedding.

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Wedding News: Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Ugly Butterfly restaurant in Cornwall

Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Ugly Butterfly restaurant in Cornwall

With floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing views stretching across the stunning St. Ives coastline, the Ugly Butterfly restaurant located within the popular Carbis Bay Hotel is hosting couples for their Valentine's Day celebrations this year. Using only the finest quality local produce, Ugly Butterfly offers a Cornish dining experience like no other, with an exclusive tasting menu, guaranteed to make this Valentine's Day unforgettable. The Valentine's menu starts with oysters and includes decadent dishes such as lobster and butternut, curry, turbot, mussels and kaffir and, for the main event, a delicious roast ex-dairy beef rib designed to share. The perfectly pink dessert is ruby chocolate, rose and rhubarb and guests will receive a cute little chocolate cake to take home with them.

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