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Issue Number 27. Summer Edition.

T O H A V E & T O H O L DD O N ’ T M I S S T H E N E X T W E D D I N G

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Our wonderful contributors:In this summer edition, we have a fabulous variety of stunning real weddings from romantic & classic to homemade & DIY and

rustic & outdoors. So, whatever your taste or style, we are pretty confident you will fall in love with at least one of these beauties. We have no events for the next few months and are looking forward to weekends spent at festivals (Abbi) and family days on the coast (Lydia) but rest assured, our events will be back in the Autumn; namely our 10th Wedding Event with a Difference in Nottingham on Sunday 11th October – an event not to be missed!Visit www.savethedateevent.co.uk to find out further information. We hope to see you there, Lydia xSave the Date MagazineT: 01530 223332M: 07553 343 890www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk

Gemma MorganCreative Director atThe Wedding of my Dreams.www.theweddingofmydreams.co.uk

James WhiteOne of the UK’s most in demand International bridal hair stylists.www.jameswhitehair.com

Michele GledhillMad about flowers and styling.www.michelegledhill.co.uk

Rachael ConnertonCreativity and style that creates beautiful wedding photography.www.rachaelconnertonphotography.co.uk

Lee GarlandHe loves to tell people’s wedding stories. www.weddings.leegarland.co.uk

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Venue – Garden Farm, MatlockPhotography – Matt Horan Photography

F I R E P I T S , W E L L I E S & A H O G R O A S T

We take a peek into the super stylish nuptials of Esther & Tony



An outdoor wedding can be a risk. But if you can be brave and pull it off, the result can be incredible ....

just like this wedding. Here’s Esther to tell us more;

“I scoured everywhere for our venue (it took me 2 years to find it). The venue suited us down to the ground, it is a real life working organic farm, which also caters for relaxed, bespoke, DIY, weddings. The venue put on a hog roast for the wedding breakfast, this was followed by pizzas late into the evening, we also had a pudding competition (most people brought a pud) that went down very well indeed.

My favourite ‘makes’ were the sweet favour ‘flower pot’ with chalk board place names. Each pot was filled with layers of dolly mixture, popping candy, mini smarties and choc rubble- the guests loved them and most got taken home.I also had a thing for wellies on the day, I arranged flowers in them – it sort of carried the ‘garden’ theme on too. I spent hours and hours on the ‘garden theme’ by giving every guest a flower/plant name for their seating plan.- matching the guest’s personality or job to a flower/plant. Some of the outcomes were hilarious. The guest names were displayed on two white washed old doors and pinned to vintage French flower seed packets (I bought these off Ebay, I also photocopied them so people could take them home on the day). I also made a magnetic painted tree, where guests left a message on a leaf and stuck their leaves to the board. It is now up in our home on the wall displaying such lovely well wishes.”

Wow, what a wedding. We’re sure you’ll agree Esther went above and beyond to create an utterly amazing wedding day under the skies – we hope it helps inspire you too. To see more of this glorious wedding, visit our blog – www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk

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When planning your big day, you’ll no doubt have a vision of what your wedding will look like. In this vision you may not

have considered the smaller details.

However, these smaller details are what bring your wedding day together, from the centre pieces to favours they are all just as important. Place cards are an aspect of your wedding which all your guests will have a close look at. When designing place cards for a wedding reception we all want a design that is both practical and pretty. Folded cards and luggage tags are simple and cost effective, they can easily be ‘ jazzed’ up with decorations that incorporate them into your wedding style. Having a token item such as a vintage door key tied to the place card is another great way to make sure the place cards are in-keeping with the overall style of the wedding. For a sweet touch, why not include a little message on the place cards thanking your guests for coming. Follow the rule that ‘less is more’ and you can’t go wrong!

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Welcome to the wedding of Rachel & Jat



When initially looking for our dream wedding venue, the Walled Garden was just starting to launch. When we saw

the place it was early April, the garden was only just starting to show signs of bursting into life, the marquee was very basic and bare and they were not yet licensed for ceremonies. But despite all this we fell in love with the place. It is fair to say that we put a lot of faith into Emma (the venue manager) and the team but we were so glad that we did. We went back several times over the 15 months prior to the wedding and every time we could see it coming together more and more. By the time our wedding day arrived it was just perfect, all of our guests thought so too, they had never been anywhere like it before.

We were very conscious about not having a ‘themed’ wedding and ensuring it was more of a style. It was always going to have a vintage style but we wanted it to be different to the ‘Vintage Country Garden’ theme of birdcages and bunting and wanted it to be more classic and timeless which would fit perfectly with the Victorian garden. Having such a fantastic garden space, we wanted to ensure people would be able to use it during the evening and had the idea to create around 100 lanterns to spread around the garden using a vintage gardening flower book we sourced from a local charity shop and Nottingham lace to decorate jars that we had friends and family storing up for us.

When we met with Lee Garland our wedding photographer, we saw the Vintage Booth and knew it would fit in perfectly. It was fantastic fun, all the guests loved it and it was a real ice breaker to help the guests mix a lot more easily with those they did not know and also gave them their own keepsakes to take away.

The venue worked perfectly for the day. The marquee and gardens allowed our wedding to feel very relaxed which I never expected to feel on the day! The guests were able to come and go with ease to enjoy the garden and the time in the marquee. More importantly

the young children were able to run around, play and enjoy the day as much as the adults by having the outdoor space and plenty of room in the marquee too. By having this outdoor space we were also able to set out some activities for the children to keep them entertained - skipping ropes, skittles, hula hoops and bean bags. The team at The Walled Garden could not do enough for us and were very accommodating to our requests. They also helped to create an Indian inspired barbecue for the evening so we could again incorporate this side of Jat’s culture into our wedding. There are also stunning photo opportunities in and around the garden which was another thing that was so important to us. All in all The Walled Garden really did allow the day to be totally relaxed, all of the guests have said not only how beautiful a place it was but that it was one of the most relaxed and most fun weddings they had been to.

The best piece of advice I was given was to not get caught up with all the little things that aren’t quite right on the day, no one else will know and if you spend your time focusing on this you will miss out on making the most of enjoying the day. I am the sort of person that needs everything to be perfect but I am so glad I listened to and followed this advice. Finally, make the most of the Save the Date Magazine and Wedding Event with a Difference. I first went to a national wedding fair and came away feeling totally overwhelmed. When I visited the Walled Garden I was given a copy of the Save the Date magazine and it really was a life saver, I became a little obsessed with it! Save the Date became my ultimate ‘go-to’ for everything from inspiration to suppliers. You can see from the supplier list that most of it is made up through Save the Date recommend suppliers. The quality of all suppliers is second to none and they can all be worked with on a variety of budgets. I really do think I would have been lost without Save the Date, the team we pulled together from suppliers were fantastic and I don’t think we could have pulled it off without them.”

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The fab suppliers involved in Rachel & Jat’s wedding:

Venue - The Walled Garden at Beeston FieldsPhotographer - Lee GarlandCake - Yummy Little CakesFlowers - Floral DecoMake-Up - Vanessa PeacockHair - My hairdresser Simon Tuckwell, Zullo & HollandDress - Belle & Bouquet, Wellingore - Maggie Sottero, Emilena Photobooth - www.vintagebooth.meSuit - Hugo BossBridesmaids - Jenny Packham

All images courtesy of Lee Garland Photography



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Hidden behind a country house on an old Englishestate is a charmingly restored Victorian walled garden.

Within its secluded walls sits a Georgian marquee on spacious lawns, holding up to 220 guests for weddings,

ceremonies and exclusive events.A graceful combination of history, nature and

contemporary design make The Walled Gardena truly exceptional venue.

Dates for your Diary

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WHAT EVERY WEDDING PHOTOGR APHER



1. You’ve picked a photographer you trust; get the most from them by giving them space to explore your wedding. And by space, we essentially mean time. The best reportage and storytelling comes from an unhurried photographer. After the ceremony, people are seeing one another for the first time and catching up, kids aren’t yet cranky, hugs are happening, people haven’t ditched their jackets, no one’s broken the lawn games. It’s key time.

2. Make sure you get some time just for the two of you, letting the awesomeness of what you’ve just done sink in. The time you are off with your photographer shooting portraits is ideal for this. Having some breathing space to just enjoy being absorbed in one another on your wedding day makes for the best shots.

3. Allowing yourselves a little more time between ceremony and meal offers you some decent time to socialise with your guests; so you don’t sit down for your meal realising you haven’t spoken to half of them yet. Bathe in compliments and do some serious hugging. Hugs = great photos.

4. You’ve probably spent a good while making everything look as nice as possible for the wedding breakfast, and we ideally need a chance to take photographs in there before everyone descends on it. Having some shots of the room as people see it when they first walk in makes all that effort worthwhile. Before they put their jackets on the chairs and bags on the tables.

5. Obviously you don’t want to leave people getting bored and hangry waiting too long for dinner. Just try to have a sit down and think about leaving yourself enough time to do all you want to, without feeling rushed. If you’d like confetti, some ‘you’ time, some chatting time, maybe some groups - allow yourself time to enjoy it rather than rush it. An unhurried photographer takes better photographs, and you will thank yourselves when you get the photos back.

By contributor, Lee Garland. www.weddings.leegarland.co.uk

There is a lot of ‘received wisdom’ associated with wedding days. You don’t have to heed it.

Perhaps you’d like to do a First Look? Portraits before the ceremony? Family groups before the wedding? All of this is totally contrary to convention - but interestingly, only in the UK!

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Having recently relocated to the Focus Gallery in Nottingham, Rachel Helen Designs is going from

strength to strength. With a dedicated workshop and an inspiring space in which to work, Rachel can enjoy doing what she does best – designing and making bespoke wedding and engagement rings for her discerning clients.

Rachel says, “From my new workshop, I am able to create pieces in Fairtrade Gold, recycled platinum, palladium and sterling silver and supply most gemstones including diamonds. Recycled metals do not lose any of their quality in re-cycling - the metal is melted down, refined and re-formed as if it were made from new. This prevents new material being dug out of the ground.

As of the 1st January this year I made the decision to create all new commissions (where possible) using Fairtrade Gold or recycled metals. This prevents a drain on the earth’s resources, gives people decent jobs and regulates the use of harmful chemicals. It also gives the pieces a story to tell.”

A unique approach means that Rachel has the opportunity to create pieces of jewellery totally bespoke and tailored to the individual client, for example re-working old jewellery into new sentimental metal and gemstones. Locally sourced and British suppliers is also an important part of the business ethics, and where possible Rachel will ensure that British based suppliers are used.

So, if you’re looking for a piece of jewellery to stand the test of time and tell a story, Rachel Helen Designs will ensure you are in safe hands

The Focus Gallery, 108 Derby Road, Nottingham, NG1 5FB 077 890 70 298 [email protected] www.rachelhelendesigns.com

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G I L I N G & W H I T EGETTING TO KNOW



Here at Giling & White Bridal we are always really excited when we see the new collections. Just when we think our

designers can’t get any better they just keep on amazing us with all those gorgeous new dresses to fall in love with.

We can’t wait to show our brides our choices from the 2016 collections – they won’t be able to resist the stunning selection of gowns that are coming our way very soon. All the latest trends in bridal design packed into one lovely space is what we’re all about. And we specialise in helping brides choose their perfect dress in a calm, unhurried way.Whatever you have set your heart on, we will have the dress of your dreams. Choose from the sophisticated glamour of Suzanne Neville whose new ‘Songbird’ collection definitely has the wow factor with her luxurious floaty fabrics and fitted shapes.

Lace is still very popular in all our collections – Sassi Holford has some amazing lace gowns in fitted or full skirted shapes. She also designs a selection of cute little jackets and belts to add to your dress for a different look – a really cool idea that makes your look more personal.If you like lacy and girly, you will love Charlotte Balbier’s new Willa Rose collection. Her fairytale designs will make any bride feel special because Charlotte knows exactly what modern brides want. This collection uses soft flowing chiffons, slipper satins and lots of dreamy tulle. Charlotte loves all things pink and there are more blush and rosy gold colours coming through this season as well as the more traditional ivory tones.

Brides whose favourite look is more contemporary should check out the Maria Senvo Botanica collection. Soft signature skirts and unusual detailed bodices have that quirky fashion-forward style while still being 100% bridal. We love them.

As well as offering all this in our lovely shop, we are excited to be launching our brand new online boutique very soon where brides can choose from a hand-picked collection of beautiful collection of accessories. Just go to our website and click on ‘online boutique’.

www.gilingandwhitebridal.co.ukStoughton Grange, Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 2FB0116 319 5656

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A P I E C E O F P R O V E N C E

Introducing Cockliffe House, a French inspired wedding venue hidden away in perfect seclusion.



Dating back to 1678, Cockliffe House was built as part of the illustrious Seeley family estate within

Burntstump Country Park. Over the years Cockliffe House has been a favoured destination for guests such as Winston Churchill, George V and Edward VII who used it as a hunting lodge while in the area. Having operated as a hotel, restaurant and events venue for many years we have a strong pedigree of delivering a very special experience.

Weddings at Cockliffe House are a specialty. We focus on bespoke, specialised events that take every element of your special day and ensure that you and your guests have the day of your dreams.

Our team of wedding coordinators is on hand to offer as much or as little support and guidance as needed, and with bedrooms, dining and a civil wedding license we have the ability to make every part of a wedding a romantic, luxury dream come true.

With it’s French style architecture and expansive grounds Cockliffe House feels secluded and private, but is easily accessible from Nottingham, Mansfield, Southwell and beyond.

All images courtesy of Mark Pugh Photography

Cockliffe Country House Hotel Burntstump Country Park, Burntstump Hill, Nottingham, NG5 8PQ

0115 968 0179 [email protected] www.cch-hotel.co.uk

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We married at the Carriage Hall in Plumtree. Apart from being so close to home, we loved the Carriage Hall as it

offered us an intimate venue with beautiful surroundings. The building itself is perfect… A converted hall with a contemporary twist. From the minute we looked around we thought it would be ideal, and Mel and her team were so knowledgable and friendly that we knew our day would run smoothly! Having visited Perkins restaurant many times, we knew the food would be superb too!

We were keen for the day to be as relaxed as possible, we didn’t want a strict time schedule and lots of pomp, we just wanted an informal day with our favourite people. Set in beautiful grounds in spring time we were keen to keep it light and fresh, with lots of neutral colours and pretty details.

My dress was by Justin Alexander, from beautiful brides on Bridlesmith Gate. I had done a ridiculous amount of Pinterest searching, and knew I wanted something fitted but classic, with some lace detail. I only went to one bridal shop and tried on three dresses, as I had a really good idea of what I wanted before we started! Having got to know my worst and favourite body bits over the years, I was keen to hide the bad, and flaunt the less bad, so I went for a fish tail shape to try and keep a nice feminine silhouette.

The wedding stationary was courtesy of ourselves! Again I’d seen a similar design on Pinterest… We downloaded the font and designed our own, and had them printed with an online company! This turned out much cheaper than the normal route. The cake was courtesy of my family and friends… My gran, my mum and I spent hours

making a giant fruit cake from my grans trusted recipe, and the top two tiers were courtesy of my baking extraordinaire maid of honour… We were so pleased to have some personal touches in the wedding, and it was a huge bonus that they looked and tasted great!

The flowers were from Slades on Melton road; although they looked slightly apprehensive when I presented them with my Pinterest board of ideas, it gave them a really good idea of what I was trying to achieve. Most of the details were DIY… from the chalkboard, to the place settings and the table plan. Hobby craft was a mecca of great wedding decorations, and again it was an area we were happy to do ourselves so that we could spend money on our priorities… Photos and music! My hair was done by Emma Major at Real Salon on Melton Road, who was a star as always, and make up by Jenni Hughes, who did a great job of our ‘face transplants’. The star of the show was undoubtedly our photographer Razia… We will be forever grateful for her incredible pictures.

There is no denying that our wedding was a culmination of my Pinterest obsession, but in principle I think having loads of visual brainstorms really helps put all the different bits of the day together. I was able to make boards of flowers and cakes and colours schemes and dresses and play with what all matched well. Personally I felt so much happier knowing that we had loads of personal elements to the day, from the cake to the stationary to the DIY flowers… I think our main advice would be just to relax and enjoy it, it goes by too fast!”

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Speeches - Love them or hate them, they are undeniably a huge part of a wedding day. Whether it’s a touching speech by the

proud father of the bride, a sentimental anecdote by the groom or a cheeky, laugh out loud dose of hilarity from the best man, most guests enjoy taking their seat and listening intently to the stories told by the wedding party.

So, it comes as no surprise that those given the responsibility of a speech (usually the father of the bride, groom & best man, sometimes the bride) like to make the most of the opportunity and deliver something which not only engages the guests but touches them, makes them laugh and keeps them entertained. The pressure is on. Those brimming with confidence and poise can deliver a speech without very much preparation at all. Their casual, laid back nature and witty personality help them to tell stories and tales in such a way that the guests become swept away with the emotion of it all.

Those less confident, more nervous and apprehensive can find a speech a very daunting task, an element of the day which they put so much focus on, they begin to dread. So, for those who find public speaking a rather terrifying prospect, here are a few words of wisdom from previous brides, grooms, best men and wedding industry experts to help tackle those wedding speech jitters...

• Be prepared. Write notes, think of what you want to say far in advance and practise the speech over and over

• Always have a drink of water with you • Props, videos, pictures and slideshows are a great way to get your feelings and stories across without the constant sound of your own voice

• Avoid Google - You are never going to find original material on the internet and a personal speech is an original one

• Get Feedback; Rehearse to someone you know will give you an honest opinion

• Less is more. It’s much better leaving the guests wanting more than seeing them yawning and checking their mobile phone • Enjoy it! It’s an honour to be able to speak at such a memorable occasion and something you will remember forever so deep breath, clear your throat and have fun!

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Ian Bursill, winner of ‘Best Photographer’ for the East Midlands region in the Wedding Industry Awards of

2012, 2014 and 2015 talks about 15 minutes that are vital in his approach to documenting the day.

“There’s some essential groundwork I carry out before I press a shutter release on the day. It’s crucial in helping my subjects feel comfortable with me as their photographer. My couples often live long distances away from their Midlands venue and will book without meeting in person. I insist on at least a FaceTime meeting though as I need to be sure as well that we are a good fit for each others requirements.

I’ll also ask to meet 5-8 weeks before the day to chat through timings. We can do this again via FaceTime if meeting up in person is difficult. This way, I will always have met my couples twice before the day. We’ll have built up a rapport, and I’ll have explained my approach, which is vital in getting natural and emotive images.

As a storyteller, my coverage starts on the day with preparations. I love that transition from girl to bride. She’ll be more nervous than those previous times we’ve met and isn’t going to be the only person present. There will be bridesmaids, parents, relatives and makeup and hair there as well. Some will be in dressing gowns and curlers, some will be eating breakfast. They won’t know me at all - even if I’ve met my couple a hundred times before. Are they going to feel comfortable with a complete stranger walking in and taking pictures without making the effort to build up some rapport?

These are the 15 minutes that are pivotal in me getting results from this intimate part of the day. I’ll often walk in without my cameras. If I have them with me, I’ll put them down.

I’ll chat with parents, the bridesmaids, the other vendors. Find some common ground, talk about families. The more people present, the better. And the more outgoing folks are, the easier it is. After a short while, you see the barriers drop. People will feel less inhibited and I’ll pick up a camera and ease myself into the day. The rest of the day, I’ll blend in smoothly. At the church, they’re focused on the ceremony, and I don’t draw attention to myself as I work quietly, patiently and respectfully.

I’ll lose myself during the reception by working close in and mingling with the guests. I’m less noticeable working like that.During the speeches, I’ll work low down, between the tables. People are relaxed now, and more interested in the jokes than a photographer.

When it comes to the dancing, the guests won’t care less about me. I’ll be on the dance floor with them capturing their fancy moves.But those first 15 minutes. They are the foundations on which I build my narrative approach. The result? Natural, emotive and timeless photographs.”

[email protected] www.bursill.com 07881 438 911

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W H Y T E W E D D I N G S T A T I O N E R Y

Emily at Whyte Weddings Stationery has been working hard creating beautiful wedding stationery and matching items this

summer. She shared with us one wedding that really stood out to her, Mr & Mrs Gray, married on 11th April 2015 at Sandburn Hall in

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Emily says, “When the bride contacted me to work on her wedding stationery, she had a few ideas she definitely wanted to include (a massive Pinterest page full!) but wanted our professional guidance with the finishing touches. We worked mainly over email; Kerry & John live in Australia so needed a company they could trust to get all the bits together ready for their arrival, Whyte Weddings were recommended to them so they opted for us! We started by building some wedding invitation designs based on their chosen theme of travel, the obvious choice being a passport invitation. Kerry wanted to include maps where possible so we incorporated a vintage map into the invitation and used luxury linen wove card & paper, giving the invitation a gorgeous handle. She teamed these with mint envelopes to include their colour scheme. Once we had the invitations sorted, the rest came naturally! Finishing with luggage tags for name cards, a beautiful vintage map table plan & chalkboards with hints of gold the venue looked amazing! By far the most beautiful wedding we have had the pleasure to work on this year!”

Kerry and John had this to say about Emily & the team at Whyte Weddings Stationery.

“We couldn’t be happier with the service and products we received from Emily, she is a little wedding fairy! She brought our ideas to life, kept the process as simple as possible, as well as the pricing; nothing

was too much for her! She even helped out with the flowers on the day after a mishap with the florist! The invitations were loved by everyone and seeing the chalkboards at the entrance made me cry! Her attention to detail is flawless, we have recommended her to everyone we know getting married!”

Emily at Whyte Weddings Stationery is happy to help you with your wedding, simply contact her with the details below. If you quote ‘Save the Date July’ you will receive 10% discount when ordering wedding invitations

www.whyteweddings-uk.com [email protected] 07857984238

Prices:

Delux Passport – £4.50Travel Table Plan – starts from £95Personalised Polaroid Photobooth – from £50Hand Illustrated Chalkboards – from £65T&Cs for offer – 10% discount applicable to wedding invitations only when ordered before 31/8/15. Delivery after 31/10/15.

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W H A T K A T Y D O E SA SLEEK AND STYLISH APPROACH



Owned and run by stylist Kate Teofilo Sanchez and with over 15 years design and styling experience,

“What Katy Does” was set up around 8 years ago to bring together Kate’s career experience and love of natural styling into weddings. Originally set up in Devon, Kate was inspired by the beautiful Devon countryside. Having moved to Nottinghamshire 2 years ago with her young family, Kate now enjoys styling events, weddings and interior spaces with that same love for nature and organic influence.

Kate says, “The Nottinghamshire countryside is filled with inspiration and beauty. By bringing together local suppliers, artists, crafts people and my experience, with my love for attention to detail, “What Katy Does” specialises in styling and design. I take inspiration from organic, natural elements, the countryside around me and I’m always inspired by the season. My love of nature, wild flowers and

local crafts is in every element of my work. I enjoy creating unique, elegant weddings with delicate and rustic details. I love my work and feel so lucky that I get to meet such lovely couples, getting to know them and being part of their special day. I have a relaxed approach, and would love to chat through your ideas and dreams for your big day, drop me a line, happy to meet for coffee and cake!”

Photoshoot credits: Styling and Flowers - What Katy Does - www.whatkatydoes.comPhotography - Andrew Acford - www.myfamilypictures.co.ukCake - The Organic Wedding Cake Company - www.theorganicweddingcakecompany.com Chocolates - www.cocoatabby.co.uk Venue - The Folly at the Farmhouse in Mackworth - www.thefarmhouseatmackworth.com

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P E A K E D G E H O T E L

at THE RED LION



Upcoming events:

Wedding Showcase Evening See the venue dressed in full wedding style Tuesday 28th July | 5.00pm – 9.00pm Wedding Fayre Sunday 4th October 2015 11.00am until 4.00pm

Wedding Showcase Evening See the venue dressed in full wedding style Tuesday 6th October | 5.00pm – 9.00pm

For all enquiries or brochure request please call 01246 566142 or email [email protected] www.peakedgehotel.co.uk Darley Rd, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S45 0LW 01246 566142

Nestled on the edge of Derbyshire’s beautiful Peak District National Park the family owned 4 star Peak Edge Hotel

has everything you and your guests need for an unforgettable wedding day.

Peak Edge Hotel was built in 2011 to complement the existing Red Lion Bar and Bistro which dates back to the 17th Century. Exuding charm and character and creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, our stunning venue combines the classic natural beauty of the Peak District countryside with the sleek elegance of modern boutique all in one venue.

ExclusiveOur promise to you is that we will only ever hold one wedding a day allowing you and your guests to experience our undivided attention. Our experienced wedding planners will be on hand throughout your planning and then on your wedding day to ensure everything is as perfect as you can imagine.

Excellent LocationAll major transport links are within easy reach of the hotel, which is situated between the market town of Chesterfield and Matlock surrounded by open countryside, the venue lends itself as an ideal destination. Historic Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Bakewell are only a short drive away.

The Icing on the CakeOur 26 luxury bedrooms, 3 adaptable function rooms, Award Winning Food and a Beauty Room for all your pampering needs all add to the experience which is ‘The Peak Edge Hotel.’

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E V E R Y O C C A S I O N E V E N T S

GETTING TO KNOW



Every Occasion Events (Wilson Marquees) is a family run marquee & event business covering the east

midlands. We are passionate about what we do and pride ourselves in providing stunning marquees and creating amazing spaces for weddings and events.

We have a very personal approach from start to finish working with our clients to create their perfect setting and every marquee is adapted to suit all our client’s needs. At Every Occasion Events we have years of experience in making your day enjoyable and unforgettable.

We supply marquees for smaller intimate events up to the larger more extravagant events. We also transform spaces such as barns and halls into a stunning venue for your special day.Understanding the importance of a unique approach

to each wedding is important a marquee gives you the freedom to do what you want and how you want it, and we provide the flexible approach to make that happen.

Our marquees give lasting impressions both inside and out - Interior linings, lighting, tables and chairs make for an amazing wedding reception.

Our friendly hands on approach makes it very easy to communicate with us and we pride ourselves on delivering something special.

Please feel free to contact us via our website www.every-occasion.com or email us at [email protected]. Facebook - “Every Occasion Marquees” Twitter - “@wilsonmarquees” Pinterest - “Every Occasion Events (David Wilson Marquees)”

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D I R E C T O R Y L I S T I N G

BRIDALWEAR & ACCESSORIES

Angela Vickers Bridalt: 0115 9415616e: [email protected] Heathcoat Street, NottinghamNG1 3AA

Baroque Couturet: 07801 694934e:[email protected] Studio, Station Road, Draycott, Derbyshire,DE72 3QB

Blush Weddingst: 01332 696813e: [email protected] Market Street, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2JB

Eternal Spirits t: 07789 281159e: [email protected] Spirits Corsetry Emporium & Bridal Parlour, Studio 4, Carlton Textiles Workshop, 15-17 Stoney Street, The Lace Market, Nottingham, NG1 1LP

Giling and Whitet: 0116 3195656e: info@gilingandwhitebridal.co.ukwww.gilingandwhitebridal.co.ukGiling & White Bridal, Stoughton Grange,Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 2FB

Grace Couturet: 0115 981 1821e: [email protected] Abbey Road, West Bridgford,Nottingham, NG2 5NF Lori G Bridal Studiot: 01332 550573e: [email protected] Blenheim Drive, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2LF

Rachel Ash Bridalweart: 01827 713515e: [email protected] -47 Long Street, Atherstone, Warwickshire,CV9 1AZ

Rococo Couturet: 01332 865586e: [email protected] 33 Market Place, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8DS

Shade Apparelt: 0115 9822820e: [email protected] 2b, 100 Melton Road,West Bridgford, Nottingham.NG2 6EP The Bridal Suitet: 0115 9143905e: [email protected] Boundary Road, West Bridgford Nottingham, NG2 7DB.

The Dress Placet: 0115 9242409e: [email protected] George Street, Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 3BE

The Wedding Roomt: 07989 594703e: info@theweddingroomnottingham.co.ukwww.theweddingroomnottingham.co.uk318 High Road, Chilwell, Nottingham,NG9 5EG

The White Room Bridal Boutiquet: 01636 813 967e: info@thewhiteroomsouthwell.co.ukwww.thewhiteroomsouthwell.co.uk85a, King Street, Southwell, NottinghamshireNG25 0EH

CAKES

Amerton Cakest: 01889 270 606e: [email protected]

April Delightst: 07967 027 075e: [email protected] Cakey Wakeyt: 0115 9611277m: 07737 137944e: [email protected]

Gardner Cakest: 07854 814 059e: [email protected]

Green Kitchen Cakest: 0115 9635699e: [email protected] The Lincoln Cake Companyt: 01522 697679e: [email protected] www.thelincolncakecompany.co.uk

Yummy Little Cakest: 07890688464e: [email protected]

CATERING Gail Dandy Cateringt: 01636 819955m: 07973 429 777e: [email protected] Maverick Cateringt: 01509 880236e: [email protected]

The Fiona Herbert Catering Company Ltdt: 01636 812434e: eventsteam@fionaherbertcatering.co.ukwww.fionaherbertcatering.co.uk

The Rustic Crustt: 07977 288 150e: [email protected]

Thomas the Caterert: 01163 260529e: [email protected] www.thomasthecaterer.co.uk

ENTERTAINMENT

Edge Eventst: 07581395685e: [email protected]

Elite Wedding Djst: 0115 9789760 e: [email protected]

Just Bent: 07970 727268 e: [email protected] Richie Muirt: 07966 363930e: [email protected]

The Kit Mason Trioe: [email protected]

FLORIST

Floral Decot: 07980 569808e: [email protected]



Flowers on Main Streett: (0115) 937 5217e: [email protected] Main Street, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5ET

Michele Gledhill : Flowers & Stylingt: 07540 575499e: [email protected]

Tineke Floral Designst: 01335 370 700e: [email protected] Old Bakehouse, Main Road, Hulland Ward,Derbyshire, DE6 3EA

The Blossom Treet: 01332 864200e: [email protected] Yard, Derby Road, Melbourne, DE73 8JR

The Flower Millm: 07702669712e: enquiries@theflowermilldraycott.co.ukwww.theflowermilldraycott.co.uk

The Greeneryt: 01332 832 500e: [email protected] Chapel Street, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4EQ

HAIR & BEAUTY

Ali Gunn Makeup Artistt: 07736 381197e: [email protected]

Claire Salter – Make-up artist & hair stylistt: 07808 403392e: [email protected]

Jarah Hair & Day Spat:01332 369900e: [email protected] www.jarah.co.uk

James White Hairt: 07870 978899e: [email protected] Jennifer Hindmarch Hairt: 07975 951210e: [email protected] Rochelle O’Brient: 07590 545 267e: [email protected] www.rochelleobrien.com

Vanessa Peacock Make-Up Artist:t: 07504 982 739e: [email protected] www.vppromakeup.com

JEWELLERY

Rachel Helen Designst: 07789 070 298e: [email protected]

Stuart Thextont: 0115 988 1821e: [email protected] Exchange Arcade, Nottingham, NG1 2DD

Temprellt: 01159 473472e: [email protected] Pelham Street, Nottingham,NG1 2EG

MARQUEES

Bond Marqueest: 01332 864128m: 07760 408215e: [email protected]

Peaktipist: 0844 4113460 e: [email protected]

Top Marques (UK) Ltdt: 01335 330 476e: [email protected]

Ucubet: 01335 330 191e: [email protected]

MENSWEAR

The British Tailoring Companyt: 01159 338 422e: [email protected]

PHOTOGRAPHY

Daniel Hughes Photographyt: 07969 488838e: [email protected] Darren Cresswell Photographyt: 01530 413053e: info@darrencresswellphotography.co.ukwww.darrencresswellphotography.co.uk Ed Godden Photographyt: 07977 559853e: [email protected]

Flix Wedding Photographyt: 07900 884449e: [email protected]

Harvey & Harvey Photographyt: 01476 404620e: studio@harveyharveyphotography.comwww.harveyharveyphotography.com

HBA Photographyt: 01889 567344e: [email protected]

Ian Bursill Photographyt: 07881 438911e: [email protected]

Jakt Photographyt: 01332 669737e: [email protected] Jay Glenn Photographyt: 07572 604 336e: [email protected] www.jayglennphotography.com

Kathryn Edwards Photographyt: 07732 222876e: hello@kathrynedwardsphotography.comwww.kathrynedwardsphotography.com

Lee Garland Photographyt: 07779 662 178e: [email protected] Liz Wan Photographyt: 07983 140580e:[email protected]

Marcus Holdsworth Photographyt: 0115 941 341e: [email protected]

Mirror Imaging Photographyt: 07968 159465e: [email protected]

Oehlers Photographyt. 0115 9736598m. 07817657041e. [email protected] Pete Hendersont: 07736 299858e: [email protected]

Rachael Connerton Photographyt: 0115 9844885info@rachaelconnertonphotography.co.ukwww.rachaelconnertonphotography.co.uk

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PHOTOBOOTHS

Vintagebooth.me07779662178e: [email protected]

STATIONERY

Enchantingt: 07967 824 489e: [email protected]

Figtree Invitationst: 01332 840 247e: [email protected]

Espouse Boutique Wedding Stationeryt: 0115 9160917e: [email protected] Imagine Invitest: 0800 085 0585e: [email protected] I Love Oakt: 0115 9307307e: [email protected]

Susie Saidt: 07809 156 863e: [email protected]

Whyte Weddings Stationeryt: 0115 9655713 / 07857 984238e: [email protected]

THEMING & STYLING

Darby & Joant: 07976 409518e: [email protected] Dottie & Lovet: 07989 055414e: [email protected]://www.facebook.com/dottieandloveballoons

Executive Linent: 01332 694333e: [email protected]

Honeysuckle & Castlet: 01332 871654e:[email protected] I Love Oakt: 0115 9307307e: [email protected]

Michele Gledhill: Flowers & Stylingt: 07540 575499e: [email protected]

Orange Tree Weddingst:07739 881094e:[email protected]

Poppy Trading Companyt: 07989 631 776e: info@unique-vintage-rentals.co.ukwww.unique-vintage-rentals.co.uk

Premier Eventst: 0116 202 9953e: [email protected]

Tickety Boo Eventst: 07780 935551e:[email protected]

What Katy Doest: 07886 015558e: [email protected]

TRANSPORT

CW Campers Vanst: 07967 027 075e: [email protected]

Dennisson Classic Carst: 0115 9550129e: [email protected]

I Do Wedding Carst: 0115 9611277m: 07737 137944e: [email protected]

VENUES

Amalfi Whitet: 01332 694 890e: [email protected] 50 Derby RoadMelbourne, Derbyshire DE73 8FE Alrewas Hayest: 01283 791 625e: [email protected] http://alrewashayes.com/Alrewas Hayes, Alrewas, Burton on Trent, DE13 7DL

Bawdon Lodge Farmt:07795 611110e: [email protected] Rd, Nanpantan,Loughborough, LE12 9XJ

Calke Abbeyt: 01332 871654e: info@honeysuckleandcastle.co.ukwww.honeysuckleandcastle.co.ukCalke Abbey, Ticknall, Derby, DE73 7LE

Cockliffe Houset: 0115 968 0179e: [email protected] Country Park, Burntstump Hill, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 8PQ

East Bridgford Hillt: 01949 20232e: [email protected] Kirk Hill, East Bridgford,Nottingham, NG13 8PE Gainsborough Hallt: 01332 871654e: goh@honeysuckleandcastle.co.ukwww.gainsboroughweddings.co.ukParnell St, Gainsborough,Lincolnshire, DN21 2NB Hoarcross Hallt: 01283 575671e: [email protected] Maker Ln, Burton-on-Trent DE13 8QSHartst: 0115 988 1900e: [email protected]

Hodsock Prioryt: 01909 591 204www.hodsockpriory.comHodsock Priory, Blyth, Nr Worksop,Notts, S81 0TY

Holme Pierrepont Hallt: 0115 933 2371e: [email protected] Pierrepont Hall, Holme Pierrepont,Nottinghamshire, NG12 2LD

PHOTOGRAPHY CONTINUED

Red Square Photographyt: 01335 360103e: [email protected] 1b, Ednaston Home Farm,Brailsford, Ashbourne, Derbyshire,DE6 3AY

Your Perfect Dayt: 0796 604 2055 e: [email protected]



Kedleston Hallt: 01332 871654e: [email protected]/wedding-venues Kedleston Hall, Derby DE22 5JH

Kegworth Houset: 01509 672575e: [email protected]

Kelham Houset : 01636 705266e [email protected] House, Main Street, Kelham,Newark, Nottingham, NG23 5QP Makeney Hallt:01332 845703e: [email protected], Milford, Belper, Derbyshire,DE56 ORS My Country Housest: 01629 734414e: [email protected] www.mycountryhouses.co.uk Peak Edge Hotelt: 01246 566142e: [email protected] Road, Stonedge, Near Chesterfield,Derbyshire, S45 0LW

Tom Browns Restaurantt: 01159663642e: [email protected], Nottingham, Gunthorpe,Nottingham NG14 7FB

The Carriage Hallt: 0115 9375300www.thecarriagehall.co.ukThe Carriage Hall, Station Road,Plumtree, Nottingham, NG12 5NA

The Priest House Hotelt: 0845 072 7502e: [email protected]/hotels/priest-houseKings Mills, Castle Donington,Derby, DE74 2RR

The Riverbank Nottinghamt: 0115 986 7960e: [email protected] Bridge, Nottingham,NG2 2GS The Walled Garden at Beeston Fieldst: 0115 925 7062e: [email protected] Drive, Wollaton Road, Beeston,Nottingham,NG9 3DD The Nottinghamshiret: 0115 933 3344e: [email protected] The Nottinghamshire, Cotgrave, Nottingham NG12 3HB

Thrumpton Hallt: 07796 956556e: [email protected],NottinghamshireNG11 0AX

WEDDING GIFT LIST

John Lewist: 0115 9418282e: [email protected]

notonthehighstreetweddings@notonthehighstreet.comwww.notonthehighstreet.com

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Elite Candy Cart Companyt: 0115 978 9760e: [email protected]

Betsie Bella Ice Cream Vant: 07971 563569e: [email protected] My Country Housest: 01629 734414e: [email protected] www.mycountryhouses.co.uk152 Derby Road, Stapleford,Nottinghamshire,NG9 7AY

Premier Eventst: 0116 202 9953e: [email protected]

Tinkers Bellst: 07921 395 696e: [email protected]

Clementine the Cream Tea Caravant: 0115 9635699e: [email protected]

Eliza Vintage Glamping & Event Hiree: [email protected] www.elizavintage.co.uk

Would you like to appear in our directory for the next issue? Get in touch for more information.

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