All the latest wedding news for couples getting married in Kent, along with bridal fashion and beauty inspiration and honeymoon ideas.
Wedding receptions are back - latest Government guidelines
The news today is wedding music to our ears! The latest Government guidelines has stated that restrictions are being eased from Saturday 15th August and that wedding receptions in the form of a sit-down meal in a COVID-secure location for up to 30 guests will now be permitted. Here at County Wedding Magazines and Events HQ we're excited for what this means for our readers who have had to cancel or postpone their weddings.
Posted: 14 August 2020
Research reveals the world's favourite first dance songs
Whether you fancy yourselves at Strictly Come Dancing champions, or you both prefer just to shuffle on the spot and hope for the best, that iconic first dance moment is still as popular as ever when it comes to the big day. The team at jewellerybox.co.uk have taken a look at user-created playlists on Spotify to find out which songs are the most popular choices for the first dance. Maybe you'll find your 2021 wedding song in the results.
Posted: 12 August 2020
Kent producers win 45 medals at 2020 WineGB Awards
The results of the 2020 WineGB Awards have been announced. Showcasing one of the world's most exciting wine regions, the calibre of judges and competition partners make the WineGB Awards the major competition for Great Britain's wines and wine producers.
Posted: 11 August 2020
The financial benefits of getting hitched by Zoe Bailey
There are lots of positives that come with getting married, sharing a special day and experience with your family and friends, building a life with your loved one and there are also a few financial benefits it can offer compared to singletons, and in some cases, those living together outside of wedlock. Here Zoe Bailey, Director of Financial Planning at Tilney shares a few of the financial advantages to tying the knot:
Posted: 10 August 2020
Honeymoon hair with Pretty Please by Katie
Katie says, "At a time when lots of brides were heading off on honeymoon, I found myself being asked for any handy tips or tricks that would allow them to attempt something beautiful with their own locks, without too much difficulty."
Posted: 6 August 2020
Government announcement means we're still waiting for weddings...
After yet another 'pause' on our wedding industry, we now have to wait until the 15th August to hear about whether wedding receptions will get the go ahead again. However, this hasn't diminished our love of all-things wedding here at County Wedding Magazines HQ! Read on to find out from the team what they have missed about weddings this year...
Posted: 4 August 2020
New at Kent wedding venue, The BarnYard
You may have heard whispers of an exciting new renovation going on at The BarnYard in Sittingbourne, which started just before lockdown. Well, the team have been busy while we've all been shut up indoors and can now reveal this new wedding area.
Posted: 30 July 2020
New ethical homeware - a wedding gift list must-have
Sustainability, eco-friendly, ethically sourced are all key words of modern living and if we can make 'green' choices with our food and clothes, why not our homewares too? Check out the new gorgeous Ethical Homeware range from sojustshop.com
Posted: 29 July 2020
Mercure Tunbridge Wells provides a port in the storm
Mercure Tunbridge Wells has remained open throughout the lockdown period to support the NHS and other key workers. The wedding venue has hosted many of the local trust's brave doctors and nurses, many of whom have been working on Covid-19 wards.
Posted: 28 July 2020
Tying the knot and your finances
"Let's talk money!" That's something no one wants to hear in a relationship, it's an awkward conversation that every couple struggles to navigate - so always remember you're not alone. However, if you're tying the knot you really should make sure you're both financially secure and committed also.
Posted: 27 July 2020
Making your relationship thrive after lockdown
Ensure your pre-wedding relationship gets back on track after lockdown with top marriage advice from relationship coach, Kate Nicolle who puts 'lockdown strain' down to basic transaction theory
Posted: 24 July 2020
Makeup Angel has a new Kent home
Makeup Angel is celebrating the launch of its new studio. A beautiful light-filled space, it's dedicated to all things make-up, in the heart of Tunbridge Wells.
Posted: 23 July 2020
Track and trace is the 'new norm' but safety must come first
As we're all adjusting to what is described as the 'new normal,' with the opening of hotels, venues and restaurants – all must-visit pre-wedding locations – leaving your details for tracking and tracing the virus will be essential. A new app, SafeVenues, promises to safely stores customers' details and can alert venues and individuals.
Posted: 22 July 2020
I do and a celebration too – receptions are back!
And it's the news we've all been waiting for: wedding receptions are back! Following the Government announcement on Friday 17th July, receptions post-vows can now take place for a sit-down meal with up to 30 loved ones – yes 30 friends and family! Read on to find out more...
Posted: 21 July 2020
Small and intimate weddings at the Hythe Imperial Hotel, Kent
The Hythe Imperial Hotel is an award-winning four-star hotel situated on Kent's beautiful coastline. With years of experience, the tem can create a bespoke package for your big day.
Posted: 21 July 2020
Wed-min essentials from Rollo London
Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we're avid stationery lovers so have been swooning over this new collection from Rollo London. Chic, sophisticated and a design that's truly timeless the range will make the perfect companion for those in the midst of wedding planning. The company's personalisation offering also means couples can gift these items to the bridal party!
Posted: 20 July 2020
Princess Beatrice marries - in secret!
It's not often that Royal weddings with all the fanfare they normally bring to the nation are held in secret; however, Princess Beatrice has married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in a private Windsor ceremony today which was attended by the Queen.
Posted: 17 July 2020
A wedding gift list idea completely bespoke - yes please!
Nowadays, couples more than likely live together pre-nuptials so of course, have everything they need for the home making choosing a gift list rather tricky. With COVID19 curbing the popular honeymoon-donations gift, what can couples now look to ask for? Why not, ask for a gift for your home OF your home with a bespoke print from Kate Guy.
Posted: 17 July 2020
Say 'I do' at Kent wedding venue Leaf Hotel Dover
When looking for a venue to accommodate any style of wedding from the traditional right through to the quirky, you'd do well to check out Leaf Hotel Dover. Set in four acres of landscaped gardens, the hotel offers a relaxed environment from ceremony to celebrations.
Posted: 16 July 2020
Fragrance your big day with the new Victoria Cator collection
They say that scent has the power to evoke memories so what better way to reminisce about your wedding day than to use candles and rooms sprays on the big day which you can later use at home too?! Following on from the success of her popular candle range, loved by the likes of Trinny Woodall and stocked in the prestigious Fortnum & Mason, interior designer Victoria Cator has launched a range of luxurious interior scents.
Posted: 15 July 2020
Five minutes with... Kent wedding floral designer, Jo Moody of Moody Blooms
This issue we caught up with the lovely Jo Moody of Kent-based floral design company Moody Blooms. Read on for the full interview in its entirity.
Posted: 14 July 2020
How COVID-19 has affected holiday plans and preferences during 2020 and beyond
The Insurance Emporium, recently surveyed* over a thousand people across the UK during lockdown to find out how the COVID-19 pandemic had affected their holiday plans and preferences during 2020 and beyond. With holiday accommodation, including hotels, B&Bs, cottages, campsites and caravan parks, recently reopened in England what does this mean for minimoons, honeymoons and general pre- and post-wedding getaways.
Posted: 13 July 2020
How to choose the right Champagne for your wedding - 7 top tips
Françoise Peretti, Director of Champagne Bureau UK and expert on all-things-Champagne, shares her secrets on how to find the right champagne for your price bracket..."It's official! From 4 July, weddings and civil partnerships have been given the greenlight. Following this exciting news, I'm sure many couples will once again be imagining and planning for the most joyous day of their lives, laying the groundwork behind the scenes to make sure everything is perfect for the new date. It's fair to say that at a time when we all need cheering up, no post-lockdown wedding would be complete without the popping of corks and toasts made with glasses of beautiful golden bubbles. But now more than ever brides and grooms to-be are likely to have budget at the forefront of mind. Here are my top tips on choosing the right champagne for you."
Posted: 10 July 2020
Say 'I do' at Kent wedding venue Tonbridge School
Tonbridge School's main buildings feature original architecture from 1553 to the present day, which is all immaculately kept. Set in 150 acres, the site has a selection of beautiful gardens, sculptures, and tranquil spots. It's also conveniently located close to town with ample parking for your guests.
Posted: 9 July 2020
Showing support for couples and the wedding industry
Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we were waiting with bated breath for a change in wedding guidance after more than three months in lockdown; and when the time came with very little change, it's left many couples and wedding suppliers worried about the future – when will the guidelines be revised again?
Posted: 9 July 2020
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