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Holme Pierrepont Hall is a wedding venue I absolutely ADORE! Situated in a secluded 30acre estate just a few minutes from Trent Bridge in Nottingham, it remains a bit of a hidden gem.

Wedding Venues in Nottinghamshire – Holme Pierrepont Hall

Holme Pierrepont Hall is a wedding venue I absolutely ADORE! Situated in a secluded 30acre estate just a few minutes from Trent Bridge in Nottingham, it remains a bit of a hidden gem.

Oct 19 2019


Where can you find modern stylish designs for your wedding day, bursting with flowers and relaxed foliage? I have just the person to recommend to you!

Luxury Wedding Flowers - Wild, Sassy and Romantic Floral Design

Where can you find modern stylish designs for your wedding day, bursting with flowers and relaxed foliage? I have just the person to recommend to you!

Jul 05 2019


Looking for a luxurious alternative to a traditional wedding cake?

Wedding Cake Alternatives - Luxurious, handcrafted authentic Italian Cakes by Pasticceria Lorena

Looking for a luxurious alternative to a traditional wedding cake?

Apr 26 2019


Today, I’m kicking off a new blog series sharing some of the amazing venues I’m lucky enough to visit, explore, and work with. Prestwold Hall is a stunning Grade I listed stately home in the heart of Leicestershire Wolds.

Wedding Venues in Leicestershire - Prestwold Hall

Today, I’m kicking off a new blog series sharing some of the amazing venues I’m lucky enough to visit, explore, and work with. Prestwold Hall is a stunning Grade I listed stately home in the heart of Leicestershire Wolds.

Feb 27 2019


A Caribbean vow renewal allows you to combine an extra-special, intimate getaway with a heartfelt celebration of your love and commitment.

How to Plan a Caribbean Vow Renewal

A Caribbean vow renewal allows you to combine an extra-special, intimate getaway with a heartfelt celebration of your love and commitment.

Nov 20 2018


Even before you’ve mentioned marriage, there’s something incredibly magical about whisking your partner away for a luxurious weekend city break. With this in mind, here are 5 romantic places to propose in Europe…

Where to Get Engaged - 5 Romantic Places to Propose in Europe

Even before you’ve mentioned marriage, there’s something incredibly magical about whisking your partner away for a luxurious weekend city break. With this in mind, here are 5 romantic places to propose in Europe…

Oct 26 2018


A Caribbean villa holiday is incredibly special and unique, making it the perfect choice for your destination wedding.

3 Reasons to Book a Luxury Private Villa for Your Caribbean Wedding

A Caribbean villa holiday is incredibly special and unique, making it the perfect choice for your destination wedding.

Sep 19 2018


An usher or groomsman is one of the male attendants to the groom. Usually, the groom selects a handful of close friends and relations. The role of an usher may not be as central to the wedding as that of the best man, but they still have important duties to carry out.

Everything You Need to Know About Being an Usher

An usher or groomsman is one of the male attendants to the groom. Usually, the groom selects a handful of close friends and relations. The role of an usher may not be as central to the wedding as that of the best man, but they still have important duties to carry out.

Jul 24 2018


Whether it’s a milestone birthday or a baby shower, there’s something incredibly relaxed and intimate about coming together in familiar surroundings to mark a special occasion.

Top Tips for Planning a Party at Home

Whether it’s a milestone birthday or a baby shower, there’s something incredibly relaxed and intimate about coming together in familiar surroundings to mark a special occasion.

Jul 10 2018


Choosing your wedding photographer may seem like an impossible task. After all, there seems to be a huge choice, with differing styles, budgets and packages, and yet, this may be one of the most important decisions when it comes to your wedding.

How to Get the Most out of Your Wedding Photographer

Choosing your wedding photographer may seem like an impossible task. After all, there seems to be a huge choice, with differing styles, budgets and packages, and yet, this may be one of the most important decisions when it comes to your wedding.

Apr 10 2018