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March/April 2025 |
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I’ve probably said, “This season is my favourite,” about all of them at some point, but hear me out! Springtime has to be the pinnacle when it comes to weddings. First, there’s the symbolism of new life that Easter brings. You’re about to embark upon your own new life together and the possibilities of reflecting that throughout your nuptials, thanks to Mother Nature, are abundant. This brings me onto sustainability. As any florist worth their salt will tell you, one of the major ways to protect the environment when it comes to your flowers is to choose locally-grown blooms in season at the time of your wedding. Looking at the best of British, the spring offers you a playground of varieties oh-so perfect for weddings, beautifully fragranced, delicate, romantic and colourful. Picture your centrepieces and bouquet bursting with tulips, bluebells, roses, daffodils, a stunning array of wildflowers, and later in the season the burgeoningly popular peony. Yes please!
So, I’m slightly biased, but Yorkshire offers the most glorious backdrop for your big day, not just during the spring but all year around. We decided to celebrate that fact with the help of the county’s wedding photographers in this year’s photography focus. A stunning setting transforms your memories into a work of art to treasure forever, and Yorkshire is undoubtedly a photographer’s heaven.
With plenty more wedspiration this issue, from jewellery to venues, finishing touches to real weddings I encourage you not to miss a single page! Enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Image credit: Emma Ryan Photography |
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| Spotlight on... Hull and East Riding |
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Sledmere House
Sledmere House is home to Sir Tatton Sykes, 8th Baronet, and has sat on the top of the Yorkshire Wolds for more than 250 years. When it was extended during the 1790s by 2nd Baronet, Sir Christopher Sykes, the skills of Joseph Rose, the most famous plasterer of his day, and Capability Brown, possibly England’s most renowned landscape architect were employed. Their work resulted in the beauty and magnificence of both the interior of the House and the parkland still enjoyed today.
Sledmere House is licensed to hold civil ceremonies in three of the principal state rooms, and the house will be closed and exclusive to you. The magnificent Library can host 110 loved ones and overlooks the stunning views of the parkland. The Main Hall boasts views of the fountain, the red deer and the Capability Brown landscape to name just a few. This space, which can accommodate 100 guests sets the perfect romantic scene. Meanwhile, The Drawing Room is full of history and charm providing an intimate setting with 60 nearest and dearest.
Your drinks reception can take place following the “I dos” or upon your arrival. These can be enjoyed from the Main Hall and terrace where guests can make the most of the gardens and views, not to mention the red deer grazing in the distance.
The marquee lawn is situated in the grounds and is a mere two-minute walk from the House. Adjacent to St Mary’s Church with beautiful views of the gardens it provides and idyllic setting for your celebrations.
For a more intimate wedding breakfast, The Dining Room offers the perfect location surrounded by family portraits and views over the intricately designed parterre. The experienced in-house chef will be happy to discuss the extensive menu with you.
The Sykes Barn, set in the heart of the estate, is a five-minute walk from the House and is part of a charming range of model farm buildings offering exposed beams, brick archways and an enclosed gravel courtyard. It can host up to 250 guests. It can be booked in conjunction with the House or hired and run independently, the choice is yours.
Situated above the 18th century historical Stable Block, sits Sledmere’s newest venue – The Courtyard Room. This has the perfect balance of new and old with its exposed beams and an abundance of charming features. The high-quality menu here offers an array of options to suit everyone’s taste and the in-house chef will work with you to create your dream menu. The room has its own private bar, which the team will be happy to stock to complement your menu. Dancing is optional, but of course, highly recommended! Maximum seated capacity is 70, maximum standing is 90.
The venue offers accommodation in the shape of the East Lodge, the luxury listed gate house. Here, you can enjoy a three-night stay. Meanwhile, The Red Bedroom is one of Sledmere’s master bedrooms and offers a memorable spot for your preparations on wedding morn. It’s available from 10am.
Visit: www.sledmerehouse.com
Check out more local venues on page 14 of the current issue available now: www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download |
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| Making Yorkshire Proud, Hollie Mateer |
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Hollie Mateer, one half of wedding photography husband-and-wife duo The Mateers, has become the first in the world to win Wedding Photographer of the Year and Family Photographer of the Year in the international This is Reportage Awards. These industry awards celebrate authentic and real moments and Hollie's pictures were chosen from more than 100,000 submitted from around the world throughout 2024. No stranger to making history, this is the second consecutive year Hollie has won the This Is Reportage Wedding Photographer of the Year Award. When she won in 2023, she became the first UK woman to win the award. Now, she has become the first photographer of any gender or nationality to win the award twice.
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| 5 Changes to Your Skincare You Need to Make This Spring |
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The change form bitter Winter to humid Summer can have a lasting impact on your skin, but how can we combat this? Ryan Porter, skincare expert at Fat Cow Skincare unpacks the best way to help your skin this Spring. From lighter moisturisers to gentle exfoliation, Porter explains why certain habits are making our skin look tired and overwhelmed. Are you following the golden skincare rules? Or is this your wake up call to the glowing side of life. Listen to your skin the same way your listen to your body and find out what it's calling for.
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| Muscat moments |
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A cultural melting pot offering honeymoon experiences to last a lifetime, Louise Prance discovers why Oman is the jewel in the Middle East's crown.
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
21 Sep 2025 - Wedding Fayre @ Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel
Grange Park Lane, Willerby, Hull, HU10 6EB
www.fairydustweddings.com
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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| Read the latest issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your Yorkshire Wedding is now available for free – simply follow this link to download the latest issue. For even more inspiration, you can also check out our previous issues.
Interested in areas outside of Yorkshire? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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