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As I sit in the office writing to you all, my mind turns to summer weddings and all the gorgeousness they bring. There’s much to look forward to as year on year we see our local couples stepping up the creativity and personalisation. With the fine weather (we hope) and longer days it’s a great time to get outside and enjoy the open air. There’s nothing like relaxing al fresco with a cool drink in hand on a balmy summer’s eve. Even better when surrounded by loved ones on your wedding day.
Pastel palettes work beautifully in the summer as do brights, but have you considered blending the two? The trend for 2024 is using various hues of the same colour to bring the day’s elements together. Think Peach Fuzz, blush, coral and rust; or what about sage, mint, olive and emerald with a dash of gold. Keep the overall palette light using occasional pops of a dark or bright shade to breathtaking effect.
Why stop at your venue styling? Colour too can be incorporated into your attire. Grooms are no longer restricted to black or grey thanks to a wide variety of summery pastel lightweight suits on the market. And you’re not forced to plump for white you know. Blush, light dusky blue or even florals are becoming more prevalent in bridal fashions. Bearing in mind the potential searing temperatures, keep yourself and your best gals cool in floating fabrics such as chiffon, organza, tulle and crepe.
Yorkshire’s bountiful land comes to life during the summer months, so it’s the best time to serve a wedding feast packed with local, seasonal produce. If the sun’s out, guests might not fancy sitting down to a hot three-course meal, so have a think about the increasingly popular grazing table, afternoon tea or barbecue. For a sweet treat, surely an ice cream van or trike is a must! And bespoke cocktails in the gardens? Don’t get me started! Pimm’s anyone?
Speaking of nature’s bounty, what about the glorious homegrown flower varieties that spring to life at this time of year? Picture a bouquet packed with sweet peas, roses, peonies, hydrangeas and dahlias – heaven scent! Not to put a downer on things, but the British weather can be a tad untrustworthy, but as long as you’re fully armed with a backup plan or two you can let it be as unpredictable as it likes without a care. After all, who needs an excuse to hire an oh-so cool tipi or rustic stretch tent for cover? Don’t miss our feature on venues with these structures ready and waiting for you on site over on page 17.
All this talk of the sun might scare it away, it’s proving a little shy as I write this. So, I’ll leave you to grab a cuppa and enjoy this issue. As ever, enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Pitch Perfect |
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Newbury Priory
Founded as a monastery in 1145, Newburgh Priory is a magnificent stately home surrounded by picturesque grounds, lakes and ancient woodland. A Grade I listed Tudor building near Coxwold, North Yorkshire, steeped in history and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the house provides uninterrupted views across the lake to the Hambleton Hills and the White Horse of Kilburn.
With a character and charm all their own the house and grounds have an intriguing past with links to the English military and political figure Oliver Cromwell. The Priory benefits from almost 40 acres of landscaped gardens surrounding the house, while its formal lawns, topiary and borders create a breathtaking location for your special day. Dotted throughout the grounds are also several hidden romantic gardens, such as the magical Water Garden and the Walled Garden with roses tumbling over archways leading to the lily pond.
Elegant and south-facing, the Large Drawing Room with its magnificent Cortese ceiling offers a grand, yet welcoming, setting for a ceremony. Proceeding down the central aisle to the bow-fronted windows looking out to the gardens beyond, framed by two pillars, it makes for a spectacular start to the day. It can host 100 loved ones.
The Small Drawing Room is a beautiful space with delicate plaster ceiling and wealth of portraits with room for 40 nearest and dearest. It also makes for a quiet retreat as well as a beautiful location for group photos.
The Long Gallery Ruins allow you to enjoy a blessing or humanist ceremony in their midst for an indoor/outdoor wedding. Choose to say your vows here and do the legal formalities in one of the three licensed Georgian rooms, the local church or elsewhere, then you and 200 of your loved ones can enjoy an informal gathering in the great outdoors. A marquee will also nestle nicely here allowing you to enjoy your dinner and dancing surrounded by the ruined walls, a dramatic and memorable setting.
Finally, with the house as the backdrop together with views over the spectacular parkland, The Ancient Lawns is the perfect spot for those requiring a little more room with space for up to 300 guests in a marquee.
Visit: www.newburghpriory.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 17 of the current issue available now: www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download |
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| National Art Pass - perfect wedding gift for culture lovers |
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A National Art Pass is a great way to enjoy time at hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places across the UK, and the Double Membership makes the perfect wedding gift for any culture lovers! Annual membership is only £88.50* and lets the happy couple enjoy free entry to hundreds of cultural destinations, plus 50% off major exhibitions, and special shop and café discounts. What's more, two cards will be issued for the happy couple!
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| All glammed up - Hollywood-style showstoppers |
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These movie star-inspired gowns are worthy of the red carpet and will give you the star power you're looking for your big day.
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| Picturesque Parga |
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Editor Claire Ridley jetted to Parga Beach Resort in this popular coastal town located on the north-west coast of Greece.
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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...
15 Sep 2024 - Great Victoria Autumn Wedding Showcase
The Great Victoria Hotel, Bridge Street, Bradford, BD1 1JX
www.victoriabradford.co.uk
21-22 Sep 2024 - Londesborough Hall Wedding Showcase
Londesborough Hall, Londesborough, YO43 3LF
www.eventbrite.co.uk
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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