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| Read the latest issue of Your Kent Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your Kent 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 Kent? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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January/February 2022 |
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Your Kent Wedding is 100 and doesn’t it look great for it’s age? That’s right, about to enter our 18th year of publishing, we’re celebrating our 100th issue! I’ve been the editor of this wonderful title since issue 80 and feel incredibly proud to have been part of its history.
The first issue hit the shelves in 2005 with the iconic Kentish landmark, Leeds Castle on the cover and boy have things changed since then! I managed to find a copy in the archives and dusted it off to find that fashions had more in common with the 1990s than they do the 2020s. Designs were all about taffeta, boned bodices and bags of embellishment. Words I hardly hear these days in relation to wedding dresses. What’s more, it was rare indeed to see a groom not sporting a cravat.
However, some things don’t change. Editor Demelza, was explaining to couples that it’s a good idea to select wedding blooms in season at the time of your big day. She said, “In their natural season, flowers are physically stronger (and therefore longer-lasting), their scent is more potent, and their abundance will ensure they don’t cost the earth.” Sound advice and true as it ever was. Themed weddings were as big 17 years ago too. On the news pages, we reported that a couple who tied the knot at The Hop Farm were keen ghost hunters and pulled up to the venue in a dray decorated in witches and ghosts, accompanied by two skeletons and a driver dressed as the grim reaper. So, although personality-filled weddings are huge today, they certainly weren’t something the early noughties couple was afraid of. Plus, Allington Castle featured in our venues focus in issue one, and it makes an appearance here again in issue 100 as the location for our fantastic Disney Fairy Tale Collection shoot.
Your Kent Wedding has been bringing local wedding content to lovely nearlyweds for the best part of two decades, becoming a much valued go-to source of inspiration and advice for many tying the knot in this gorgeous county. We exist to champion the local and very much hope that we can continue to do so for many moons to come. We’d never have reached this ripe old age (still looking so good) without our lovely readers and the county’s amazing suppliers who’ve supported us all these years. A huge thank you to you all.
Here’s to the next 100 issues! And as ever, keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Image provided by www.rebeccadouglas.co.uk |
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| Wed and Breakfast |
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Inn on the Lake
The Inn on the Lake sits on the edge of 12 acres of woodland, and its gorgeous gardens are planted around three natural lakes. The best news is you and your photographer will have access to all of it on the big day, allowing you to capture some truly memorable photographs to treasure forever. You might even get the opportunity to pose with the friendly resident ducks!
As the venue’s name implies, the lakes are a real focus of weddings here. From saying “I do” at the water’s edge and beautiful photo opps on the jetty, to a barbecue on the terrace. You can even wake up in the morning and enjoy a coffee (or glass of pre-wedding bubbly) on your bedroom’s lakeside terrace.
You have the choice of three wonderful locations for your “I dos.” The Lakeside Gazebo, set on the edge of the largest lake is a beautiful outdoor setting seating up to 200 guests, or 250 standing. Alternatively, if you’d rather be indoors or the weather isn’t lending itself to al fresco vows, The Fountain Suite is an option. This is an intimate room with soft drapes, chandeliers and a natural wood floor. It can seat 100 or allow for 130 standing.
Finally, The Lakeside Suite is the largest space. It boasts floor-toceiling and wall-to-wall windows, which flood the room with natural light, creating stunning panoramic views of the lakes and gardens. It’s decorated with soft white drapes and ornate chandeliers, making a romantic canvas for a wedding. It can seat up to 250 guests.
Visit: www.fcdhotels.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 29 of the current issue, available now: www.yourkent.wedding/free-download |
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| Lordswood Lesure Centre wedding fair |
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Lordswood Leisure Centre invites you to join the team for a wedding fair being held on Sunday 30th January from 10.30 until 3pm. The event is free admission and free parking. This will be your chance to view some of the suites fully decorated in all their wedding finery, as well as experiencing marquee and bridal garden area. There'll also be a wide variety of local suppliers along with a fantastic catwalk showcase taking place at mid-day. Don't miss your chance to chat to the venue's wedding team about the vision for your big day. You will also be given the option to take up the Fit to Wed gym membership helping you to feel your big-day best by the time the all-important even rolls round. Pre-register your entry today at www.lordswoodweddingfayre.co.uk
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| Dress up |
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Brides will enjoy dressing up this year in stylish trousers, statement sleeves, sleek A-line silhouettes and voluminous skirts.
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| Back to nature bolthole |
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Editor Claire was invited to Monkey Island Estate, a sanctuary set on a private island on the River Thames offering laid-back luxury.
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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...
23 Jan 2022 - The Kent Wedding Fair, Bexleyheath Marriott Hotel
1 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7JZ
www.kentweddingfair.co.uk
30 Jan 2022 - The Kent Wedding Fair, Rochester Corn Exchange
Northgate, The Precinct, Rochester High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1LS
www.kentweddingfair.co.uk |
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