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January/February 2025 |
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Hello, and Happy New Year to you all! Hope you had a smashing Christmas. 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: Ben Cumming Photography |
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| History In The Making |
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The Priests House
For more than two decade The Priests House has overseen and celebrated big days, and the team have used their experience to hone and craft fabulous packages for your wedding. Service is at the heart of everything they do, from meeting you to discuss the details to celebrating with you and your guests on the day and look forward to welcoming you into their home.
The Barden Tower site is located on the northern edge of the land managed by the Chatsworth Estate, in the Upper Wharfedale Valley. Although the location feels far away from civilization, it’s actually only a 15-minute drive from the picturesque and lively towns of Skipton and Ilkley. The site is Grade I listed and features the ruin of Barden Tower, originally a 12th-century hunting lodge, but extensively enlarged and fortified in the 15th and 16th centuries. It’s also home to The Priests House itself and The Barn at Barden.
As the name implies, The Priests House was historically the place of worship for the parish of Barden. The Chapel was derelict for many years but has been extensively renovated to create a venue of unrivalled romanticism and charm for civil ceremonies.
So, if you’re looking for that fairytale ceremony, the Chapel is sure to exceed your wildest expectations. With its grand windows, original stone, woodwork and bespoke chandeliers and wall lights, it has been fabulously restored. You’ll have exclusive use of the venue, and a dedicated service team while the grounds and building provide you with a range of stunning backdrops for those all-important photographs. It can accommodate 80 loved ones.
You can then host your wedding breakfast in the Chapel with a maximum of 76 nearest and dearest joining you, and 85 guests for the evening do.
Alternatively, following your “I dos” in the Chapel, you can choose to dine in the Oak Room accompanied by a maximum of 24 nearest and dearest.
The venue also offers a Twilight Package for a more informal and romantic vibe. The Chapel really comes to life at this time of day and after you’ve tied the knot you can both go straight on to your photographs and evening reception. With the tranquil Yorkshire Dales views, nearby ruins and generally stunning surroundings, it’s a magical place during the evening.
Being well aware of the vital role food plays in your big day, the venue’s team takes this matter very seriously indeed! With an array of wonderful menus from three-course meals, to afternoon tea, evening food and a whole range of optional foodie extras, no one will be left hungry. There’s even a Garden Game Package available to add some fun and entertainment to your drinks reception. The team here really have thought of everything!
On the other side of the Tower is The Barn at Barden, which can sleep up to 16. It’s perfect for families and those wanting to make a weekend of it. It’s also an ideal base for your morning preparations and a safe place to give your littlest guests a break from the grown-ups!
Visit: www.thepriestshouse.com
Check out more local venues on page 17 of the current issue available now: www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download |
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| 10 most wedding obsessed cities in Britain |
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A new finding by the online wedding rings retailer The Wedding Rings Co. (theweddingringscompany.co.uk) reveals a unique insight into where love is truly flourishing across the UK, with cities from all corners of the country making the list. A spokesperson for The Wedding Rings Co. commented on the findings: "It's fantastic to see so many people getting married all over the UK. The number of marriages is rising, which is wonderful to witness, especially after the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This trend is likely to continue, as more couples are inspired by beautifully curated wedding content on social media - creating a desire to create their own special day which they can share with their friends and family.
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| Putting your neck on the line |
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From halternecks to strapless and sweetheart shapes, these works of art reveal how to choose a flattering neckline.
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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...
25-26 Jan 2025 - Winter Love Open House Weekend
118 Mowbray Street, Neepsend, Sheffield, S3 8EN
www.themowbray.co.uk
2 Feb 2025 - Beamish Hall Luxury Wedding Fair
Beamish Hall, Beamish, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0YB
www.wfne.ticketco
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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