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To quote one of my favourite movies, Miss Congeniality, and Rhode Island’s Cheryl, when asked to describe her perfect date: “I’d have to say April 25th. Because it’s not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket.” While hilarious in the context of the film, I do have to agree with her, because she’s perfectly described how I’ve always felt about spring. Anyone who knows me is well aware that I hate, hate, hate hot weather; and while I love the winter, the dark nights can get you down. So, for me spring is the ideal happy medium: not too hot, not too cold. And that’s before we even get started on everything else it brings such as the beauty of new life and the joy of Easter. In short, what a wonderful time of year for a wedding!
We’re particularly blessed in Britain with definition in our seasons so we get to experience spring in all it’s glory where so many countries around the world don’t get to enjoy its subtleties in quite the same way. This is when British blooms come into their own. Think of the oh-so on trend loose wildflower style of bouquet bursting with anemones, tulips, sweet peas, narcissi and ranuculus, not forgetting the eternally popular wedding flower, peonies. Aisle runners featuring the same create the ambience of walking barefoot through a meadow and when transferred to the reception tables they create that wonderful soft English country garden feel. Why not take inspiration for your wedding palette from the hues found in nature throughout the spring months? Lemon, blush, peach, lavender, sage green... the list goes on. What’s more, this year’s Pantone colour of the year Viva Magenta is so versatile it works beautifully alongside pastels as a bold accent.
I could go on, but I’ll leave it to the local professionals as they share their springtime wedding ideas over in Hot Topic from page 61. Plus, when I think of spring weddings, I think of al fresco vows and glorious gardens. It’s fortunate then that we’re taking a look at local venues featuring just that from page 19.
Enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| The green, green grass of home |
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Bailbrook House
Set on a hillside, Bailbrook House Hotel overlooks the glorious landscapes of Bath and the Avon Valley. With its beautiful period features and warm, welcoming atmosphere, it offers the ultimate country-house wedding experience. Dating back to the 1790s it retains all the characterful glory of its bygone years with striking original features including delicate cornicing, crystal chandeliers and dramatic feature fireplaces.
The Hotel’s 20 acres of private grounds, landscaped gardens and parkland offer picture-perfect locations for those all-important photographs, complete with a lovers’ bench and views across the city of Bath in the distance.
Bailbrook House has five licensed ceremony rooms offering you the choice of intimate Georgian mansion house splendour (Princess Elizabeth, Duke of Clarence, and Queen Charlotte Rooms) through to larger and more contemporary spaces (Landsdown and Brunel Suites) hosting up to 130 loved ones.
There’s also a wealth of beautiful spots to choose from for your drinks reception. Cloisters is the basement restaurant with access to the front terrace and gorgeous views. It can host 60. The Royal Lounges situated in the house can accommodate 90; while the front terrace overlooking the Avon Valley and Bath, and the Conservatory Bar with its own lounge area, patio, and access to lawns can both host 120.
The Duke of Clarence Georgian dining room (30 guests), Queen Charlotte Georgian dining room (45 guests), Cloisters fine-dining restaurant (65 guests), Landsdown Restaurant (70 guests) and Brunel Suite with self-contained bar, WCs, and a private entrance (120 guests) are all available for a wedding breakfast to remember. Maximum capacity for the evening do is 200.
Visit: www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/bailbrookhouse
Check out more local venues on page 19 of the current issue, available now: www.yourbristolsomerset.wedding/free-download |
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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...
30 Apr 2023 - The Oakhouse Wedding Fair
The Oakhouse Hotel, The Square, Axbridge, BS26 2AP
www.theoakhousesomerset.com
21 May 2023 - 'Big Love' Bristol Wedding Show
Ashton Gate, Bristol BS3 2EJ
www.loveactuallyweddings.co.uk/weddingfayres
9 Jul 2023 - 'Big Love' Somerset Wedding Show
Winter Gardens, Royal Parade, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1AJ
www.loveactuallyweddings.co.uk/weddingfayres
16 Jul 2023 - Summer Special Wedding Show @ Bath Racecourse
Lansdown, Bath BA1 9BU
www.loveactuallyweddings.co.uk/weddingfayres
23 Jul 2023 - Love Actually 'The Bristol' Wedding Fayre - Summer Special
St Swithins Park, Blackhorse Hill, Almondsbury, Bristol BS10 7TP
www.loveactuallyweddings.co.uk/weddingfayres
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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