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January/February 2025 |
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As the calendar marks another new year, perhaps you’re now crossing off the days until your 2025 wedding. How is the planning going? Are you pretty much there?If you’ve still got some ‘to-dos’ on your list, fear not as this issue is packed with ideas as always.
If, on the other hand, you had the opportunity to say ‘yes’ to a very important question over the festive season a huge congratulations to you! Let me tell you, you’ve come to the right place. This issue you’ll find our annual Planning SOS feature, which is just what you need to get your planning started on the right foot. Plus, when the time comes to shop for your dream dress, take a look at our bridal boutiques feature, introducing you to some of the county’s favourites. They’ve got plenty of tips for you and gave us a peek into the hottest styles for 2025.
Speaking of the new year’s trends, we asked our Hot Topic experts for the inside track so turn to page 50 for some inspiration. We’ve also got some stunningly gorgeous shoots for you to feast your eyes on. One is a celebration of diversity delivering the message that you don’t have to change who you are for your wedding day, simply celebrate it. The other is a swoon-worthy display of Yorkshire pride inspired by the Gothic romances of the Bronte sisters.
I hope you enjoy this issue and if you are tying the knot this year, don’t forget to get in touch to see it feature among our pages. You can reach me at kelly.andrews@ellismediaandevents.com. Enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Image credit: Barnaby Aldrick |
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| Spotlight on... Leeds and Bradford |
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Bowcliffe Hall
Located just off of the A1(M) near Wetherby in West Yorkshire, Bowcliffe Hall is a stately country estate that is both charming and beautiful. Available for exclusive hire for any occasion, Bowcliffe Hall boasts eight different venues across the magnificent estate that will take your breath away. From the awe-inspiring grande Ballroom to the modern, contemporary Blackburn Wing, there is an abundance of choice of rooms and spaces to be exclusively hired.
The venue is situated on 28 acres of award-winning gardens, perfectly manicured lawns and ancient woodland, which creates the perfect backdrop for any wedding at the estate. Its impeccable grounds can also accommodate marquees and tipis on either the south or east lawns for those hoping for a large wedding reception. With spectacular views and breathtaking gardens, weddings at Bowcliffe Hall will always have a picturesque setting for those all-important photos.
Ceremonies can be held in The Bowcliffe Room with 58 guests. Retaining many of its original Georgian features, this space is light and airy, perfect for your “I dos.” With doors leading directly out onto a sunny south-facing terrace and the formal gardens beyond, it’s located in the ideal spot to enjoy both the outdoor setting and extraordinary interiors. It can be transformed to cater for your wedding breakfast for 60 too and layouts are fully customisable.
The Blackburn Wing (60 guests) is nestled in the ancient woodland in the heart of the Bowcliffe Estate. A 2,000 sq ft modern-day treehouse, it boasts contemporary design – an architectural masterpiece bound to stun guests. This too can be swtiched up for dinner to dancefloor, allowing your whole day to unfold in one space. It can host 60 for dinner and 120 for the evening.
The Ballroom (120 guests) is classic, timeless and magnificent. Meticulously restored to its former glory, it’s a spectacular backdrop for your wedding shots. With 23.5 carat gold gilded ceiling and a breathtaking chandelier, the Ballroom is romantic and equipped with everything you need including a fully integrated sound system and real oak flooring. It can accommodate 80 for dinner and 150 for the evening.
The Chapel (12 guests), although not licensed for civil ceremonies, is nevertheless the ideal place if you’re wishing for an intimate wedding blessing surrounded by nearest and dearest. Tucked away among the dreamy gardens this idyllic chapel will hold a special place in your heart.
Bowcliffe Hall offers the chance to indulge in creating your own bespoke menu with executive chef, Darren Collinson, as well as to access the exclusive Private Members Club for a year after the big day.
Visit: www.bowcliffehall.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 13 of the current issue available now: www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download |
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| Couples are making sustainable wedding choices from the beginning - engagement ring trend |
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When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, many couples are looking to take inspiration from the likes of royalty and celebrities who decided to remodel or repurpose their symbol of enduring love from a vintage or pre-loved item or family heirloom. Not only does it give your engagement ring a deeper meaning or story, it's also a more sustainable way to shop, for one of the most important pieces of jewellery you'll ever own – you'll end up saving potentially thousands of pounds, plus you could end up with something completely unique to you. One such jeweller who is helping couples with this big decision is Rachel Fox, Jewellery expert TV presenter from Channel 4's Millionaire Hoarders, and Store Manager from pre-owned luxury jewellery seller, S&R Jewellers. As one of London's top specialists in this area, S&R Jewellers reports a huge uptick in the number of couples choosing the pre-loved route for their engagement ring.
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| Just keep rolling along with Tisserand Armomatherapy Rollerballs |
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Essential oils have the ability to switch up our emotional and mental state, but if you're new to aromatherapy, getting started can feel like a bit of a minefield. The easiest and most effective way to experience their power is all about pairing them with your pulse points according to Tisserand Aromatherapy and their small but mighty rollerballs help to do just that. "Your pulse points are the parts of the body where your blood is closest to the skin," explains Jo Kellet, Tisserand Aromatherapy Essential Oil Expert. "Applying here allows for fast absorption and quicker results. To maximise the benefit of both your olfactory senses and your pulse points, it's best to place them where your nose can still get a whiff!"
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| A match made in Switzerland |
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CWM deputy managing editor Kelly Andrews took a dual-centre trip to two of Switzerland's stunning cities, Lausanne and Basel, the perfect match.
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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...
23 Mar 2025 - The Quirky Wedding Fayre
Bennetthorpe, Doncaster, DN2 6AD
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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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