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Read the latest issue of Your Kent Wedding for FREE!
 
Read the latest issue of Your Kent Wedding for FREE!
 
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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September/October 2022
 

September/October 2022

 
After months, even years, of reading my excited babble about our dear CWM colleague Melissa’s wedding day, you may be relieved to hear that it finally happened, and what a day it was! I’ll leave the storytelling to the bride herself, as you can read all about it from page 97, but I would like to impart a little of my own bridesmaid’s wisdom centred around the morning preparations. These moments were the highlight for me, and it’s a part of the day often overlooked amongst the hubbub of wedding planning, so…

- Be as organised as you possibly can in the lead up. This way, you’ll have very little to worry about on the day. Admittedly, Melissa’s abilities in this area are superhuman, but knowing we weren’t allowed into the venue to set up until 10am she’d put together individual boxes containing everything each reception table needed. All we had to do when we arrived was unpack them in the right place. We were done in no time, stress free and ready to be beautified.

- When you have your trial, be sure to discuss with your hair and make-up artists the morning’s timings. Understanding whether there’ll be any travel time to the ceremony involved; or restrictions such as when you’re allowed entry to the venue, if you’re getting ready there, will help them work out where they should be up to and when. Melissa’s team had everything running like clockwork in a very tight time frame.

- Enjoy every moment. I can’t explain how special these few hours spent with our bride were. Chaotic and gone in a flash, but oh-so precious. I spent a significant proportion of it in tears and I could probably count the number of times I’ve happy cried prior to this on one hand! As we waited for Melissa to be called in to see the registrar, only the four of us remained in the cottage, and a hush descended for the first time that day as the bride centred herself and absorbed the enormity of what was about to happen. I swear I’ll never forget that time, my heart nearly beat right out of my chest with love for my amazing friends.

My point is this: devote some of your planning time to the morning preparations and when your photographer offers you the option of capturing them, take them up on it. You won’t regret it, promise. Now, while I leave you and mull over what on Earth I’m going to regale you with now the wedding is over, I hope you enjoy this issue. It’s bursting at the seams with inspiration! We’ve taken a look into the world of wedding flowers, one of my favourite subjects, and put together an indispensable A to Z guide to dress shopping not to be missed.

Enjoy and keeeep planning!

Kelly x
 
Fantastically floral
Image provided by Nicky’s Photography
 
Fantastically floral
 
Leah and Lee opted for a rose gold, blush and grey palette for their wedding day, 23rd April, 2022.

Read all the details of their big day on page 32 of the current issue, available now: www.yourkent.wedding/free-download
 
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Bradbourne House

Bradbourne House is an exclusive-use, Queen Anne, Grade I listed country house located in the heart of Kent. The House boasts 20 acres of picturesque parkland featuring ancient trees, a tranquil lake and secret garden fruit orchard. From the moment you drive through the iron gates you’re surrounded by pristine striped lawns, and the grounds are home to a plethora of wildlife including hundreds of Canadian geese that return to the lake each year.

The venue offers two licensed indoor areas. What would once have been the ladies’ sewing room, The Drawing Room is the perfect spot for intimate ceremonies with up to 50 guests. The bay windows look out across the lakes and gold chandeliers hang from the ceiling. The Great Hall at the heart of the House can host up to 100 nearest and dearest. Its blue walls are one of Bradbourne House’s most memorable features, with the Twisden family portraits adorning each of them. Huge doors lead out to the marble steps at the front and look over the grounds.

The Hatton Fruit Garden is the venue’s antique apple and pear orchard. Originally planted as part of the Dig for Victory campaign, the walled gardens now provide that secret spot for you to exchange your vows. You can also say your “I dos” al fresco on The Great Hall Steps, which provide the grandest of entrances. As you ascend and arrive by the side of your beloved, the house itself provides the most spectacular backdrop.

The Great Hall can also play host to receptions with 100 seated or 200 standing from a decadent wedding breakfast to that all-important evening bash. The Breakfast Room can accommodate 40 dining guests or 100 standing. It provides a different feel within the House with its dark oak interiors and portraits. Often referred to as the gentleman’s room and complete with grand piano, this space is the perfect setting for intimate meals or relaxing with tea and cake. The Drawing Room, which can host the same numbers as the aforementioned Breakfast Room boasts bay windows practically made to frame the wedding cake, and the ceiling is beautifully ornate, covered in gold detailing.

Visit: www.bradbournehousekent.co.uk

Check out more local venues on page 23 of the current issue, available now: www.yourkent.wedding/free-download
 
Fancy a brew? Discover your next cuppa in our goodybags
 
Fancy a brew? Discover your next cuppa in our goodybags
 
Say I do with this beautiful cakey brew! Naturally caffeine free with rooibos, coconut and rose are a match made in heaven and we've tied the knot with some toasted rice & heart-shaped edible confetti! What's more, you can find a sachet of Bird & Blend Tea Co's Wedding Cake Blend in County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show goodybags. What's more, for couples looking for a personalised element to the big day, the company is able to offer a bespoke service where the couple's name and wedding date can be printed on to the tea bags.

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Party pieces
 
Party pieces
 
These glamorous bridal dresses are perfect for a Hollywood glamour-themed wedding.

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Sweet Escapes - some of the UK's best boltholes
 
Sweet Escapes - some of the UK's best boltholes
 
Looking for a post-wedding trip away? Look no further than the UK. Not only do you cut down on travel time, air miles, airport chaos and you can take your pet.

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1-2 Oct 2022 - Bluewater Wedding Fayre
Bluewater Shopping Centre, Bluewater Pkwy, Bluewater Management Suite,
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9 Oct 2022 - The Kent Wedding Fair, The Hop Farm
Maidstone Rd, Beltring, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6QF
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9 Oct 2022 - Hever Castle's Wedding Showcase
Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7NG
www.hevercastle.co.uk

6 Nov 2022 - Hythe Imperial Hotel Wedding Show
Princess Parade, Hythe, Kent, CT21 6AE
www.countyweddingevents.com/hythe-imperial-hotel-wedding-show

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