Your Yorkshire Wedding news and ideas from around the county

Local supplier spotlight: Lister Horsfall Ltd

The team at Lister Horsfall understands that it's both an emotional and exciting time when someone is about to propose, get married or enter in to a civil partnership, so they make sure couples get the best experience to help you make the moment as perfect as possible. The down-to-earth, personal service ensures that special life moments are given all the ceremony and care they deserve, from engagement to wedding and beyond. Whether you opt to mark the moment over a glass of Champagne, or simply explore the stunning ranges, the expert team is on hand to offer advice and help you make the perfect choice.

Presence over presents: Brits ditch wedding gifts

Karin Haglund, Head of Consumer Insights at Klarna said: "Destination weddings tap into Brits' love of travel and shared experiences, but our research shows that cost remains a concern when celebrating love abroad. For those who want more flexibility, Klarna offers interest-free payment options and budgeting tools in the app that help support smarter planning — whether that's by booking travel early to secure a better deal or keeping track of costs along the way."

Local supplier spotlight: Good Food Story

Good Food Story is a 5-star rated wedding caterer based in Addingham, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Known for hand-prepared dishes crafted with the freshest local produce, the team works with Yorkshire's finest farms and suppliers to deliver true farm-to-plate traceability. Every detail, from sauces to desserts, is made weekly in their catering kitchen, ensuring outstanding quality and flavour. With years of award-winning experience, Good Food Story has catered weddings at stunning venues across Yorkshire and the North, creating unforgettable dining experiences for couples and guests. Offering tailored menus, layout sketches, sample timings, and expert advice, the team ensures every detail reflects your vision. Their collaborative approach makes planning stress-free while delivering exceptional wedding catering.

The top wedding trends for Autumn and Winter 2025

As summer weddings start to take a step back, a new wave of seasonal trends are emerging. According to Pinterest Trends, searches for 'wedding inspiration' have surged by 10,000% over the past month, with terms like 'October wedding', and 'autumn wedding cake' dominating mood boards. Nicola Barker, Head of Buying at Suit Direct, shares her insights on the standout trends set to shape autumn and winter weddings this season. From elegant romantic draping and on-trend semi-naked cakes to rich, moody colour palettes, couples are embracing celebrations that feel warm, inviting, and romantic.

Local supplier spotlight: Let's Talk Cake

Julie's wedding cakes are true showstoppers, crafted in tall tiers with elegant ganache finishes. Whether smooth and sharp-edged or textured with a rustic touch, each cake is designed to wow. Julie pairs her creations with fresh, pressed, or dried flowers, delicate stencilling, or subtle colour accents to perfectly match your wedding theme. Every cake is a bespoke design, created in close collaboration with couples to ensure it reflects their style and story. From modern and minimal to bold and joyful, Julie's celebration cakes are always unique. With a passion for creativity and detail, Julie says, "No two cakes are ever the same – I love turning ideas into something unforgettable." Perfect for couples seeking a personalised, luxury wedding cake.

Bride surprises mum with a lifetime supply of favourite crisps

When it comes to unforgettable wedding surprises, few can top bride Chloe's heartfelt gift for her mum, Lorraine – a lifetime supply of her favourite Co-op Irresistible Sea Salt & Chardonnay Wine Vinegar crisps. With help from Central Co-op, Chloe turned a long-running family joke into the ultimate tribute, presenting her mum with a crisp-filled wedding day complete with a bouquet, a feature wall, and a framed certificate confirming unlimited bags for life. The touching gesture, revealed during Chloe's bridal speech at Beeston Manor in Lancashire, left Lorraine speechless and in tears of joy. For Central Co-op, it was the perfect example of how food creates memories, brings families together, and turns everyday favourites into extraordinary celebrations.

The legal implication of 'two weddings'

Wedding season is in full swing and it's a celebratory, joyous time filled with love and laughter. A wedding is the celebration of two people coming together in matrimony but what many forget is there are requirements to comply with to ensure the marriage is lawful within England and Wales. Here, Sophie Croft, an Associate at Stowe Family Law, highlights the considerations couples need to have... "It may not be the most romantic thing to think about when you're in the midst of wedding planning, but it's really important to remember that if you want the benefits of being a married couple, your marriage does need to be legally sound.

The bouquet residence! Bridal bouquet inspiration

Wedding traditions are full of history, and the bridal bouquet is a beautiful example. What began in ancient Greece and Rome as bundles of herbs, garlic, and spices to ward off evil spirits has evolved into stunning wedding flowers symbolising love, fertility, and new beginnings. Through the medieval period, bouquets added fragrance and meaning, while the Victorians transformed them into works of floral art, using the "language of flowers" to express hidden messages. Today, modern brides are reinventing the tradition, choosing bridal bouquet styles that reflect their personality, theme, and love story. From timeless romance to bold, trend-driven designs, your bouquet can be as unique as your celebration. Discover 20 inspiring modern bridal bouquet ideas to help you create a wedding statement you'll never forget.

25 wedding cake ideas to make you drool

Ah, the wedding cake - a timeless tradition we love for all the right reasons! Historically, sharing a wedding cake symbolised the newlyweds' shared future, happiness, and prosperity. Today, it remains a versatile and beautiful part of your celebration, making it money well spent. Your wedding cake isn't just dessert it's a showstopping centrepiece that ties your wedding theme together. You can serve it as your wedding breakfast dessert, use it as delicious dancefloor fuel, or even package slices as favours. So, if you're searching for wedding cake inspiration or creative alternatives, dive in and find ideas to inspire your consultation with your cake maker. Whether you dream of a classic tiered masterpiece or a completely unique twist, there's something here to spark your imagination.

Bradley’s Jewellers York Hosts Surprise Marriage Proposal

Independent and multi-award-winning Bradley's Jewellers York has become the most romantic jewellery destination in the city, thanks to a magical summer marriage proposal outside its historic Low Petergate store. The much-loved family-run jeweller in York, renowned for its award-winning designs, bespoke engagement rings and bridal jewellery, played host to Yorkshireman James King's unforgettable proposal to Texan-born Heather Bittlestone in June 2025. Choosing Bradley's famous Something Blue floral display as the backdrop, James selected Heather's dream 0.80-carat platinum solitaire diamond engagement ring with the help of Kay Bradley and her expert team. With York Minster standing proudly nearby, the heartfelt proposal marked a new chapter for the jeweller, cementing Bradley's reputation as a destination for love stories, special moments, and timeless jewellery in York.

Why August 23rd Could Be the Most Romantic Day of the Decade

Celebration vacations are on the rise, as more people swap parties for passport stamps to mark life's biggest milestones. From weddings and retirements to birthdays and new jobs, searches for 'anniversary holidays' are soaring at 585k monthly, 'birthday trip ideas for couples' have doubled year-over-year, and 'celebration vacations' is up 57% in the last month alone. A new survey of 1,000 UK travellers, commissioned by Citalia, found that over half (56%) believe celebrating a major milestone abroad turns their trip into a once-in-a-lifetime story, whilst 47% say travel makes milestone moments truly unforgettable.

Without a Hitch: Yorkshire local Portia MacIntosh on Her New Audible-Exclusive RomCom

Romcom royalty Portia MacIntosh chats with Your Yorkshire Wedding editor Kelly Andrews about her hilarious new Audible Original, Without a Hitch, releasing on 21st August 2025. A bestselling Yorkshire-based author with nearly 40 novels to her name, Portia dives into the inspiration behind her latest wedding-themed romantic comedy. Set partly in Maui, Without a Hitch follows jilted bride Holly as she navigates heartbreak, fake relationships, and a second chance at love—all while hiding her past from her ex's new fiancée. In this exclusive interview, Portia shares her love of Yorkshire life, writing rituals, real-life wedding experiences, and why weddings make the perfect backdrop for chaos and comedy. Whether you're planning your big day or just love a juicy romance, you won't want to miss it!

Expert shares how to preserve your wedding bouquet

From weddings and anniversaries to special birthdays and proms, there are some occasions where flowers just mean more and are hard to let go of. Whether you want to decorate your home, create a framed keepsake, or make your own potpourri, drying your flowers is the perfect way to hold on to beautiful memories. The flower experts at Bloom & Wild have shared three easy and effective ways to dry your bouquet at home with no special tools or floristry training required.

Renowned matcha brand PerfectTed launches wedding initiative

If there's one thing every wedding needs, it's energy and lots of it. From early-morning prep to late-night dancing, it's a full- day marathon of emotions, celebrations and unforgettable moments. That's why PerfectTed – Europe's #1 matcha brand – has launched PerfectWed, a new nationwide sampling initiative offering free matcha drinks to selected UK couples tying the knot. As part of the campaign, PerfectTed will send selected couples a curated selection of matcha drinks, including the brand's Healthy Energy cans and matcha lattes for wedding guests to enjoy. The couples will also have the chance to have their wedding speeches professionally filmed and featured in the brand's upcoming Speech Series

Swap the noise for nature this half term: The best Yorkshire family breaks

Yorkshire has cracked the half term code, with VisitEngland's latest research revealing an impressive 40% of visits coming from families - more than anywhere else in the UK! So why not join them? Leave behind the everyday chaos and rally the troops this October holiday to explore everything Yorkshire's beautiful countryside has to offer. These expert-picked stays from Yorkshire Hideaways promise the perfect balance: adrenaline filled adventure that actually tires the kids out, followed by evenings gathered round the fire together. The result? Not a single "I'm bored" to be heard and parents who can finally enjoy their holiday too, because sometimes the best family time happens the furthest away from the rush, where you can slow it down and live like a local.

Post-Big Day Renovation with BHS

The confetti has settled, the thank-you notes are being written, and the whirlwind of wedding planning is finally over. Now that the excitement of your big day has passed, it's the perfect time to turn your attention to another beautiful chapter: making your shared home truly bespoke to you. Whether you've been living together for years or are just settling into a new rhythm, this post-wedding period is ideal for refreshing your space and infusing it with your combined style as a married couple. And when it comes to affordable yet high-quality lighting and home accessories, BHS is here to help you create the perfect sanctuary.

The Yorkshire Spa That's Become Celebrities' Go-To Wellness Retreat

Escape to Yorkshire's Titanic Spa, a luxurious wellness retreat beloved by Britain's top celebrities. From Coronation Street star Denise Welch enjoying sisterly bonding time, to Sair Khan's relaxing babymoon and Emmerdale actress Roxy Shahidi indulging in the spa's signature Heat & Ice experience, Titanic Spa has become the go-to destination for those seeking tranquility, rejuvenation, and top-tier treatments. Nestled in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside, this award-winning spa offers a perfect blend of luxury, eco-conscious design, and expert therapy. Guests can enjoy the Twilight Evening Spa, immersive Heat & Ice Experience, or pampering Nurture Spa Day packages, complete with serene surroundings and delicious dining options. Experience the celebrity-approved wellness escape at Titanic Spa, where cutting-edge treatments meet relaxation in a stunning natural setting.

STAUB Unveils its NEW Sorbet Rose Colourway

Renowned cast iron specialist, STAUB has introduced a new Sorbet Rose colourway to its premium collection of cookware - a soft, elegant shade that reflects the enduring popularity of pink in the kitchen. As homeowners continue to embrace pink-toned cabinetry, small appliances and accessories, Sorbet Rose is a natural addition to STAUB's carefully curated colour range. Bringing a gentle touch of charm to both kitchen and table, Sorbet Rose is perfect for everything from alfresco summer suppers to Valentine's Day brunches. Inspired by the subtle hues of blush pink, this calming, nurturing colour complements a wide variety of palettes - pairing beautifully with natural woods, muted greys, crisp whites, and earthy greens. Its versatile appeal suits both contemporary minimalist kitchens and traditional farmhouse settings, making it a timeless choice for any home.

How I Planned My Wedding Without Losing My Mind (or My Fiancé)

With a whopping 84% admitting they felt overwhelmed in the run-up to the big day, and over a quarter calling it the most stressful time of their lives, it's no wonder many brides hit breaking point before they even walk down the aisle. But help is at hand! Jewellery brand Abbott Lyon spoke to real brides Jacky and Annabelle, who share the wedding day hacks that helped them stay cool, calm, and collected through meltdowns, menu dramas, and mother-in-law madness—proving that bridal bliss is possible, even when the pressure's on.

Yorkshire born and bred Navy Professional launches in SpaceNK

Navy Professional, the Yorkshire-founded luxury beauty brand renowned for its iconic gold manicure tools, is set to make its first-ever bricks-and-mortar debut with leading British beauty retailer Space NK. Navy's precision-crafted tools and treatments will be available in six flagship Space NK stores, including Manchester Trafford Centre, Canary Wharf, Kingston, Meadowhall Sheffield, Hans Crescent London, and Birmingham Bullring. With a curated edit of 16 professional-grade products, this milestone marks a major expansion for Navy, whose tools are already trusted by celebrity manicurists and shipped to over 150 countries. Rooted in craftsmanship, hygiene-first design, and sustainability, Navy continues to revolutionise nail care—securing its place among global beauty leaders while championing the movement that "nail care is the new skincare."