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  • Prison may serve up 'life sentence' for couples

    Couples who want to ensure their big day is memorable by choosing an unusual wedding venue may find one Welsh location particularly interesting. Denbighshire council is applying to use Ruthin Gaol - a former prison – as a setting for wedding ceremonies and many couples have already expressed an interest. The 17th century venue opened as a tourist attraction in 2002 and now authorities a…
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  • US remains 'top honeymoon destination'

    The US remains one of the most popular destinations for British newlyweds who are booking their honeymoon. This is according to Frances Tuke, a spokesperson for ABTA – The Travel Association, who said that the country has a lot to offer couples. As well as checking out places such as New York, she noted that people can indulge in specialist activities, such as visiting a ranch. Ms Tuke al…
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  • Couples looking for 'cultural' honeymoon destinations

    When couples are booking their honeymoons they want unique, cultural locations that offer them a one-off, memorable holiday. This is the opinion of Frances Tuke, a spokesperson for ABTA – The Travel Association, who said that people are visiting destinations they would not consider for a normal break. She commented on the news that Sri Lanka, the US, Mauritius, St Lucia and Thailand are Ku…
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  • Middlesex University applies for wedding licence

    Middlesex University could soon be among the county's wedding venues with the news that it has applied for permission to conduct marriages and civil partnership ceremonies on-site. The application to Barnet Council includes plans to provide associated services ranging from floral arrangements to catering , reports the Times. Services would be held in the glazed Rickett Quadrangle, at the…
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  • Wedding venues 'do not have to be expensive'

    One of the best ways to save money on the big day is to give careful consideration the wedding venue , it has been claimed. The Mirror reports that the cost of a ceremony is higher than ever before and while the average nuptials amount to £18,000, there are some ways of cutting corners. Nicole Ray, owner of an online wedding business, told the publication that apart from the catering , t…
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  • Houses of Parliament granted marriage licence

    Couples looking for an unusual and memorable wedding venue may want to head down to London, as the Houses of Parliament have become an official marriage venue. A licence has been granted by Westminster City Council and now weddings and civil partnerships can take place in two rooms of the historic palace. These are the Jubilee Room, which has space for 80 people and the MP's Dining Room…
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  • Skydiving preachers 'offer unusual weddings'

    If couples want a more unusual setting than a beautiful country house when they tie the knot, they could think about getting on a plane and jetting off to some exotic location. The Times has offered some ideas that may inspire people and one of its top tips is skydiving in Las Vegas. Couples are able to book a preacher who will perform the ceremony as the aircraft climbs into the sky, so that…
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  • Couple host pagan wedding ceremony in Scotland

    One couple have shown that people do not have to hold a traditional church wedding to have the day of their dreams. Karen and Mike Smith, from Shetland, decided to have a pagan ceremony as neither of them attend church and a civil union seemed "a little clinical and restrictive". Instead, they hired a self- catering National Trust property and invited 30 friends and family member…
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  • Bride's green wedding was "well worth it"

    One environmentally conscious bride has described how she managed to organise a green wedding when she tied the knot. Katie Williamson, 36, from Edinburgh, said that one of the easiest things to arrange for her ethical nuptials was the flowers. She chose seasonal blooms from a local supplier and complemented them with regional vegetables for the table centrepieces. Speaking to the Daily Record…
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  • Couples 'want unique weddings'

    Heading to a local church or country house and booking a wedding ceremony is often the first step in planning a marriage, but according to one publication it may not be as simple as that. The Daily Record reports that as more and more people are choosing to tie the knot each year, couples are increasingly searching for new and unusual ways to celebrate their union. With Valentine's Day approa…
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  • Recession encourages brides 'to stay close to home'

    The economic downturn means that more brides are being encouraged to stay closer to home for their wedding day, it has been claimed. According to Sue Totterdale, owner of Florida Weddings Online, women are reluctant to travel too far to get to their venue. Instead, they are choosing unique locations to bring something different to the occasion, such as art museums, historic sites, zoos and vi…
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  • Times Square makes list of proposal locations

    Any man considering getting down on one knee and popping the question this year may want to do so abroad. This is because new research has revealed that Times Square in New York is considered by 77 per cent of women to be the most perfect place in the world to be proposed to. Conducted by Sunshine.co.uk, the study found that the pyramids in Cairo were the second most popular location, with 71 p…
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  • European countries 'popular for destination weddings'

    Cyprus, Italy and Greece are some of the most popular countries for destination weddings, it has been claimed. According to Cathy Howes, deputy editor of You & Your Wedding magazine, these are some of the places where couples can often save money on their big day, especially if guests pay for their own flights and accommodation so they can stay on for a mini holiday after the ceremony. She …
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  • Couples 'being more adventurous' with wedding venues

    Instead of churches, couples are starting to become a little more adventurous with their wedding venues , it has been claimed. Speaking to the Victoria Advocate at Victoria Pilot Club's 20th annual Bridal Show, Raisin L Ranch employee Lynette Migl said that people are becoming increasingly eager to do "their own thing". Bride-to-be Jennifer Saenz agreed, as she thinks that non- tradi…
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  • John Bercow "confident" of civil partnerships at Westminster

    This spring could see the first ever gay marriage take place within the Palace of Westminster, if the comments of John Bercow are anything to go by. The speaker of the House of Commons, who has championed gay rights, said he is "optimistic" that the first ceremony of this kind will take place before May. Speaking to reporters after a lunch in London last week, he said that authorities…
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  • More couples 'choosing to separate wedding and reception venues'

    Although the worst of the economic downturn may be over, brides and grooms-to-be may still be looking for ways to save money when organising their big day. One way to do this, which could be popular in 2010, is to hold receptions in smaller venues, it has been suggested. Rachel Southwood, director at Wedding Ideas Magazine, said that instead of selecting wedding packages where the ceremony an…
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  • 'Truly impressive' Wasing Park wins award

    If couples are looking for the perfect wedding venue for their big day then one location in Berkshire may be ideal. Wasing Park, in Aldermaston, has won the South of England Rural Enterprise Award from the Countryside Alliance. The estate, which has been around for hundreds of years, was praised for the way in which it unites the local community through a series of events and organisations. …
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  • 'Kindness of strangers' helps couple get to their winter wedding

    A winter wedding could be the perfect way to tie the knot for many couples, especially if they get that magical dusting of snow for the occasion. However, one bride and groom feared that the chilly weather could prevent them from tying the knot recently. Karen Rawlins and Jonathan Lee almost called off their ceremony in Kent at the weekend as the heavy snowfall mean they could not reach the 9…
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  • Brides can have outdoor weddings 'whatever the weather'

    Couples can have the day of their dreams, whatever the weather, it has been claimed. The Cody Enterprise states that a romantic outdoor wedding does not just have to take place in the summer, as tents, canopies and heating and cooling equipment mean that it can be possible at any time of year. It can also be a good idea for brides and grooms-to-be to rent some of the furniture and other items…
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  • Bride finds new wedding venue 'in five days'

    One bride had a last minute dash to find a new wedding venue after the first location she chose fell through. Sara Conway, from Kettering, had initially booked the town's George Hotel for her wedding reception which would include around 200 guests. However, just five days before the event the venue informed Ms Conway, 28, that they would be unable to host her party, although was not informed …
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  • More couples 'jetting off to marry abroad'

    Increasing numbers of people are choosing to tie the knot abroad, according to new research. Travel operators Thomson and First Choice claim that they have seen bookings rise by 35 per cent in the past year as more and more people opt to jet off to sunnier climes for their ceremonies. Part of the reason for this could be because it is often cheaper to get married overseas. According to a study…
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  • Wedding venue offers discount 'for eco couples'

    One wedding venue has encouraged brides and grooms-to-be to help the environment by offering them a new eco-friendly incentive. The National Park Board (Nparks) is offering a 20 per cent discount after opening its new green wedding venue the Garden of Seasons. However, couples must prove that they have taken at least eight different environmentally-friendly measures for their big day in order t…
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  • Winter weddings 'may save money on decorations'

    Winter can be the perfect time for a wedding and it makes a stunning change to the usual summer ceremonies. However, couples who are hoping for some snow on their big day have been advised that if they are getting married close to Christmas, the venue may have already done all the hard work when it comes to the decorations. "At other times of year you often have to pay to have the venue de…
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  • Gretna Green wedding records to be published online

    Couples looking for a quick, no-fuss marriage may think that running away to the famous Gretna Green is the perfect way to tie the knot. Now, the marriage records of more than 10,000 people who have done just that are to be published on the internet. The Gretna Green Marriage Registers cover all weddings in the 18th and 19th centuries and will be published on Ancestry.co.uk. Located just insid…
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  • Why outdoor wedding venues 'can complete a memorable day'

    There are a lot of things to take into consideration when choosing a wedding venue, such as the number of people attending, how easy it is for guests to reach and the kind of atmosphere the couple want to create on their big day. Writing for Ezine Articles, Piter Smith offers some advice on why an outdoor setting could be the ideal choice for the celebration. The author explains that there are …
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  • Why a country retreat 'could be the perfect wedding venue'

    Planning every aspect of a wedding down to the finest detail takes a lot of time and careful consideration. It is also important for many couples to hold their nuptials at a venue that all their family and friends can get to easily. However, as Rachel Holmes writes for the Guardian, this is not always easy. She explains that for her big day, she hired a barn with converted buildings that she a…
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  • Candles on the walls 'can create the perfect indoor winter wedding venue'

    Although frosty skies and a morning winter sun may provide the perfect backdrop for a festive wedding, it is unlikely that couples will want to stand outside shivering as they exchange their vows. Therefore, it is essential for them to find the perfect venue for their winter wedding and one expert has offered some advice on how to create a truly magical feel on the big day. Speaking to the Broo…
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  • Blackpool to open new beachside wedding venue

    When people think of famous seaside resorts in the UK, Blackpool is undoubtedly one of the first that springs to mind. Now, anyone who enjoyed family holidays in the iconic north-west spot can tie the knot there as well. Plans for a £2.7 million sustainable wedding chapel on the seafront have been given the go-ahead by councillors and construction is due to start next summer. It is hoped …
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  • Casino becomes first in UK to offer weddings

    A new wedding venue has opened that may offer couples something a little different for their big day. If they like a flutter on the horses or the occasional game of poker then this could be right up their street, as Maxims casino in Southend has become the first in the UK to be granted with a marriage licence. According to the Echo, couples can choose packages ranging from £1,000 to £…
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  • Telephone box 'could become unusual wedding venue'

    Choosing the perfect wedding may not be an easy task for many couples, as there is such a wide variety of choice. From country houses to churches and hotels, there is a plethora of beautiful settings in which couples can say their vows. However, one potential new wedding venue may top the list when it comes to unusual places to say "I do". Two traditional red telephone boxes in Chedw…
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  • October 'a busy month for wedding bookings'

    The economic downturn may be causing many people to tighten their purse strings and watch their bank account a little more closely, but it does not seem to be preventing couples from tying the knot. New statistics have revealed that during October, there was an increase in demand for wedding venues and it ended up being the busiest month for bookings in 2009. Published by The Wedding Report, th…
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  • Police help pensioner track down wedding venue

    A wedding guest who flew halfway across the world to see his son tie the knot required the assistance of the police to help him find the bride and groom-to-be. Forgetting to let the wedding party know of his arrival time, the 75-year-old travelled from Toronto in Canada to Dorset without any details of where the ceremony was taking place or any contact details for his family. Joe Aresneault wa…
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  • Gordon Brown: Gay marriages should be allowed at Westminster

    Prime minister Gordon Brown is set to announce that the Palace of Westminster should open its doors to civil partnerships. As part of a drive for equality in the UK, he will state that groups such as the disabled, ethnic minorities, women and gay people need to be better represented at the building. Currently, only certain citizens, such as peers, MPs and their descendents, can tie the knot at …
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  • Stick to the budget 'when looking for venues'

    Sticking to the budget is likely to be one of the most difficult parts of planning a wedding for many people. Whether it is cutting down on the flower decorations or making invitations and place cards by hand, many people will be looking to reduce costs wherever they can. One thing couples will not want to scrimp on is the venue itself and it may be a good idea to have a set budget in mind when…
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  • Leicester wedding venue 'under threat'

    Booking a wedding venue only for it to cancel before the big day may be many couples' idea of a nightmare. Unfortunately, this is a scenario some in Leicester may be faced with. The future of the Colosseum on Melton Road is in doubt as the firm that owns it – London-based Jademark – has now gone into administration. According to the Leicester Mercury, the setting has bookings for the…
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  • Hotel 'saves the wedding day' for couple

    A hotel has come to the rescue of one couple after their original wedding venue pulled out just three days before the big event. Newlyweds Steve and Gina Watson said they were "shocked and pretty panicky" when they were faced with the prospect of finding a new location at such short notice. Luckily, the Cambridge Belfry hotel in Cambourne stepped up to the challenge and offered to hos…
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  • Keep venues in mind when choosing dresses, brides advised

    Choosing the perfect wedding dress is no easy task for many brides-to-be and they may spend hours trying on designs in shops or browsing styles on the internet. One way to help narrow down the search may be to keep the venue in mind and select a gown that ties in with the location of the big day. Jenny Swire, fashion director at Wedding magazine, claims that the type of dress a woman chooses sh…
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  • 'Go green' with an eco wedding venue

    Taking their time to consider all the options when choosing a wedding venue means that couples could do their bit for the environment, it has been suggested. The Orlando Sentinel advises that by choosing a location with an outdoor area, brides and grooms can go green as less power for lighting and air conditioning will be required. Some venues will also recycle cans, bottles and paper, which me…
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  • Arrange venues at the last minute 'to save money'

    One way for couples to save themselves a few pennies on their wedding day – but still hire their perfect venue – could be to arrange their nuptials at the last minute. Speaking to the Oxford Times, Clare Gee from Proposals said that couples are going from one extreme to the other when booking the location for their celebrations. "By doing things very much at the last minute they …
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  • Top tips for choosing a special venue

    For many couples, organising their big day and having the perfect dress or flower arrangements could be pointless if the wedding venue is not right. Such people have been advised to follow their hearts when selecting a location and not to shy away from choosing somewhere slightly different or unusual. In fact, in the opinion of Stephanie Kane, this can often be better as it means that brides an…
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  • Couples 'jetting aboard for intimate weddings'

    If couples are looking to have an intimate wedding surrounded by their closest friends and family, then they could make their day even more special by jetting off abroad. According to bridal magazine Wedding, this can be a good move as going overseas for the big day also acts as a holiday for the guests. Although some people may worry about not having the whole world and his wife at their big d…
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  • US bride 'let down' by wedding venue

    The importance of choosing a well-established and reliable wedding venue appears to have been highlighted by one bride in the US recently. Joy Haring, 22, from Pottstown, had booked Lakeside Inn back in December 2008 and paid a deposit of $10,700 (£6,559) to hold her reception there. However, when she tried to contact the venue a month before her big day, she found the owner impossible to …
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  • 'Sprawling lawns' may provide the perfect wedding backdrop

    Choosing the perfect venue is an essential part of arranging a wedding and couples have been advised by one website to keep a firm idea of the style of their nuptials in mind. According to the Examiner, some couples may want a classic and elegant affair to take place in the afternoon, while others may prefer a party-style evening celebration where they can really let their hair down. Whatever t…
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  • More Brits heading to Greece 'to say their vows'

    A cloudy sky, cold winds or the threat of rain are things that no couples will want to see when they open their curtains on the morning of their wedding. In order to beat the British weather and ensure that the sun is shining when they tie the knot, it seems as though many people are now leaving nothing to chance and are heading abroad. According to the Greek National Tourism Organisation, ther…
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  • Bride left disappointed as dream venue has incorrect license

    One bride has spoken of her disappointment after plans to hold her wedding at her dream venue fell through. Lucy Maskew booked Caverswall Castle, a Grade I listed building, for her big day on October 10th 2009 – a special date as it is also her 11-year anniversary. However, she was devastated to learn from some local residents that the venue may not have the correct license to conduct wedd…
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  • 'Picture-perfect surroundings' provided at Rivervale Barn

    When searching for the perfect wedding venue there are likely to be a whole host of things couples have to take into consideration. From the size of the location to the decorations, reception area and dining rooms, everything needs to be perfect to ensure that the big day goes off without a hitch. The surroundings are also likely to be a key decision-maker and one venue that could offer the set…
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  • New venue offers complimentary bridal cottage to couples

    If people are looking for a wedding venue that fulfils all their needs while still providing a romantic getaway, then one new location could be the perfect option. Rivervale Barn , located between Sandhurst and Yateley in Hampshire, offers two magnificent barns that could offer the ideal backdrop for any big day. What is more, a honeymoon suite is also provided by way of the Cornstore Cottage,…
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  • No monkey business at these weddings, please

    Couples could soon be monkeying around at one unusual wedding venue when they say their vows. This is because the Monkey World ape rescue centre in Wool, Dorset, has now been granted a wedding licence so that people can wed surrounded by their favourite primates. The first ceremony is set to take place in September and happy couples will say "I do" alongside Paddy's Enclosure, which i…
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  • Rivervale Barn 'opens its doors' for weddings

    Couples with a green conscience may find that a newly-opened wedding venue is the perfect place for them to celebrate their big day. Rivervale Barn is a sustainable building and is located close to Horsehoe Lake near Yateley in Hampshire. After months of hard work and grafting, the owners John and Moyra are finally ready to throw open the doors and welcome brides and grooms-to-be to the venue…
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  • Picking the perfect venue 'is the first thing couples should do'

    The first thing any couple planning a wedding must do is decide upon the perfect location, it has been claimed. According to thelondonpaper, this does not have to cost a fortune and there are many ways in which brides and grooms can have a memorable day without breaking the bank. Firstly, they should consider holding their nuptials on a weekday or during the off-peak season between October and …
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  • Make a venue more affordable 'with fewer guests'

    Getting married is likely to be one of the important things that many people do, so choosing the ideal venue is crucial. With the recession causing many couples to tighten their purse strings, it isn't always easy to budget for the big day. According to the Enterprise, one way to make the perfect venue more affordable is to reduce the number of people attending. By cutting down the guestlist b…
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  • Mrs Wedding Venues and the success of Country House

    It seems as though Country House Wedding Venues (CHWV) has proven itself to be a leader in the industry, so much so that the knowledge of its founder was called upon for national television. Diana Hastie established the company is 1996 to work with venue owners looking to transform their facilities into high-performing wedding locations. With unrivalled experience of privately-owned venues acro…
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  • More couples 'combining weddings and honeymoons abroad'

    It seems that more and more people are not just honeymooning abroad, but saying their vows overseas as well. According to Weddings & Honeymoons Abroad, there is an increasingly trend for people to combine their nuptials and the romantic getaway afterward at the same location. The firms believes that the overseas weddings industry is not one adversely affected by the recession as it claims p…
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  • Eastwood Park becomes setting for new wedding programme

    It was lights, camera, action at Eastwood Park in Gloucestershire recently as the estate provided the backdrop for a new wedding television programme. The new series, called Four Weddings, will be aired for the first time on LIVING TV on Monday 6th July, Gazette reports. In the show, four couples will battle it out in an attempt to win the ultimate prize of a dream honeymoon. To do this they m…
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  • Rise of the beach wedding

    More and more couples are deciding to soak up the sun and hit the beach to exchange their vows, according to one company. MyGatsby.com states that summer 2010 is going to the time for seaside weddings in sunny overseas locations. What is more, the firm can provide unique, themed invitations for the event which tie in with the natural colour schemes of the ocean and the sand. The products featu…
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  • August 8th most popular wedding day in NI

    The most popular day last year for people in Northern Ireland (NI) to get married was August 8th. Figures from the NI Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) reveal that there were 139 weddings on that Friday, compared to the average 100 marriages on a typical Saturday in the summer. Over 1,400 marriages took place in August last year. The number of marriages registered in the country during 200…
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  • Italy 'popular wedding destination'

    Short-haul destinations are becoming increasingly popular for people who want to get married abroad, a claim suggests. Countries such as Greece and Italy are proving their worth against some of the more traditional overseas destinations such as the Caribbean, Shona Swain, acting general manager of long haul and weddings for First Choice, says. The cost of the wedding may not only be brought dow…
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  • Monastery wedding bells chime once again

    For the first time in 20 years, wedding bells rang out from Gorton Monastery at the weekend. On Saturday, Emma Kelly and Daniel Karen, both from Salford, exchanged their vows at the venue, the Manchester Evening News reports. This is the first time in two decades that a wedding has taken place at the monastery after restoration work took place. The couple originally planned to wed in a Scottis…
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  • Hartlepool hotel 'shows off its facilities' this weekend

    Couples planning their nuptials near Hartlepool may be pleased to hear about one event taking place in the area this weekend. The Grand Hotel in Swainson Street is holding a wedding reception so people can have the chance to see the venue for themselves and the facilities it has to offer. It could prove to be a very enjoyable experience for guests, as they will have the opportunity to sample ch…
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  • More couples getting married abroad, study shows

    Despite the ongoing recession in the UK, research has shown that many people are not being deterred from packing their suitcase and heading somewhere hot for their wedding. According to a study conducted by LV=, over the past 18 months 2.8 million Brits have attended a ceremony that took place abroad. Furthermore, by the end of this year, another 1.4 million people say the nuptials of their nea…
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  • Wedding bells ring for the final time at Cardiff venue

    It is the end of an era for one wedding venue that has just hosted its final ceremony. Cardiff Register Office has seen people exchange vows under its roof for more than 40 years, but at the weekend, the final couple to say "I do" left the venue. The civil partnership of Anthony Sims and Daryl Hasell was the last to take place at the office in Park Place, Wales Online reports. Now, e…
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  • Footballer weds on Romeo and Juliet balcony

    The first wedding has taken place on the balcony in Verona that is thought to be the setting of the famous love scene in Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet. Football star Luca Ceccarelli, who plays for the Italian city, exchanged vows with his long-term girlfriend Irene Lamforti on the balcony Juliet is thought to have called to her love from. The location is part of the 13th century mansion o…
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  • Wedding venue 'still top priority for cash-conscious couples'

    When it comes to saving money on a wedding and keeping costs low, it seems as though the venue is one thing couples are not willing to compromise on. A new survey conducted by theWeddingReport.com has revealed that 51.4 per cent of brides-to-be think the location of their wedding and reception is too important to scrimp and save on. Instead, accessories such as cakes and beauty treatments are s…
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  • Home 'is where the wedding is'

    The current economic downturn is unlikely to stop people getting married although many may be looking to cut costs. It has been suggested by Beverly Mills with Alicia Ross, authors of Desperation Dinners, that holding some of the celebrations in the home is one way to do this. "While we would be the last to recommend flinging the rehearsal dinner into your living room, a bridesmaid's lunch…
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  • Church lets wedding bells 'ring for free'

    Couples trying to beat the crunch and plan a low-cost wedding may find that one church offers the ideal solution. St Hild and St Helen's church in Dawdon has become the first to offer free weddings, the Sunderland Echo reports. It also offers to lend people wedding dresses and morning suits so that brides and grooms can still look picture-perfect on their big day without breaking the bank. One…
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  • Create a unique wedding 'with lighting and signature drinks'

    One website has offered brides and grooms-to-be some top tips on how they can ensure their big day is truly unique to them. Being creative with lighting effects is one way to make a statement or bring a little drama to the event. Soft spotlights on a table or uplighting around the corners of the room provide an accomplished finish, the Spectrum notes. Light filters can also be used to change …
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  • Unique venues 'create the wow factor' at weddings

    It may be tradition for a bride to walk down the aisle in a beautiful old church filled with organ music, however it seems as though many are looking elsewhere for a wedding venue. According to the Spectrum, creating the 'wow factor' when saying "I do" involves being a little more creative with where the event will take place. Writing for the website, Julie Hinton from Forevermore Eve…
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  • Couples 'could be soaring' as they say "I do"

    Couples could soon be sky-high when saying their vows if proposals from one airline are approved. UK company easyJet has announced its desire to offer an in-flight wedding service so people could quite literally be on cloud nine as they say "I do". The firm is currently investigating whether or not the pilot could become licensed to perform the ceremony if he were to hand over the con…
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  • Holiday Inn offers £999 wedding deal

    Cash-strapped couples may now have an answer to their prayers in the form of a £999 wedding package. Budget hotel chain Holiday Inn is offering brides and grooms a civil ceremony, a DJ for the evening, a disco room, a wedding planner and catering for a fraction of the £20,000 the average ceremony costs. Although the food is a buffet rather than a sit down meal, the package is proving …
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  • Luton to hold fair showcasing ethnic wedding ideas

    A special wedding fair is to be held in Luton this autumn for couples from ethnic background planning a wedding in the town. The Luton Wedding Fair will be held on Saturday 19th September on Guildford Street and is a one-day event for brides-to-be, married couples or anyone who envisions getting hitched in the future. It claims to be ideal both for those looking to hold a traditional English we…
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  • Couples 'may be heading down under' for weddings

    It seems as though many couples are looking to get away from the gloomy British weather and soak up some sun when they tie the knot. Salt Beach at Kingscliff in northern New South Wales, Australia, is fast becoming one of the most popular wedding locations in the country. This may be because many couples are now becoming more adventurous with their wedding plans and deciding to break the mould …
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  • More couples 'choosing eco chic weddings'

    As the environment becomes an increasingly prominent issue around the world, more and more people are taking it into consideration when planning their weddings, it has been suggested. In the opinion of one industry expert, couples are often deciding not to have a textbook white wedding. Instead, Jennifer Neves of Occasions Event Planning states that people are going green whenever they can and …
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  • Mushroom threatens wedding venue plans

    The future of one country estate as a wedding venue could be under threat because of a mushroom. Sir Richard Fitzherbert has plans to erect a temporary structure in the gardens of Tissington Hall in Derbyshire so that weddings can he held there during the summer. However, he has been informed that a survey on his lawn could be required because it may be home to mycelium, a threatened type of la…
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  • Wedding fayre "showcases wedding services" in Cheshire

    Planning a wedding can be a tricky, time consuming and tiring business, so one group of students has decided to give couples a helping hand in arranging their nuptials. Tomorrow (April 4th) blushing brides to be are invited to a wedding fayre being held at Reaseheath College in Cheshire. The event has been organised by events management students at the Nantwich college and there will be 24 exhi…
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  • Is Cameron Diaz hunting for country wedding venue?

    Cameron Diaz has recently arrived in the UK and is reportedly eyeing up some wedding venues. It has been reported that the actress is set to marry her partner, Essex model Paul Sculfor and the pair are eyeing up country estates as potential locations for their big day. Cameron and Paul have been together for a year and the love birds currently live together in the Shrek star's LA mansion. Ther…
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  • Enticing images offered by new wedding venue website

    Couples searching for the perfect location for their big day may be interested to learn about the website of one wedding venue. The Curradine Barns in Worcestershire is soon to be unveiling its new website which will be full of enticing features and ideas for brides and grooms-to-be. A fresh, contemporary feel has been achieved on the website and the new features may be just the thing to convin…
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  • Eco-chic is 'easy and cheap to achieve'

    An eco-chic wedding can often work out to be cheaper than a more traditional affair, it has been suggested. The Chester Chronicle's Low Carbon blog reports that the average wedding costs around £20,000 and emits 15 tonnes of CO2. However, it is claimed that by making small changes, couples can turn their white wedding into a much greener affair. One of the easiest ways is to have the even…
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  • Couples 'must still watch costs' when getting married abroad

    Couples choosing to get married abroad should approach their big day with the same caution, financially, as they would if it were taking place in the UK, it has been suggested. Weddings and Honeymoons Abroad has claimed that the trend of getting married abroad is thriving as it can often be cheaper than a wedding in the UK, which may cost £20,000. However, the firm warned that people still…
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  • Austria is the 'perfect place' for a white wedding abroad

    For couples who want to jet off abroad for their big day, but without sacrificing the traditional of an English wedding, Austria may be the perfect location, it has been claimed. With many similarities to a British wedding when it comes to the ceremony and speeches, Austria is increasing in popularity, Weddings and Honeymoons Abroad states. It is also much cheaper to get married abroad than it …
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  • Fair Verona to become 'stage for weddings'

    Couples now have the chance to say their vows on could well be the most romantic balcony in the world. The stone balcony in Verona, Italy, which is said to be where the famous love scene in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet took place and it is now available for people to be married on. Many tourists already flock to the 14th century building, known as Juliet's House, as it was once home to the Ca…
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  • More Brits 'jetting off to tie the knot'

    There has been an increase in the number of couples choosing to go abroad and soak up the sun on their big day, it has been claimed. The Liverpool Echo reports that many travel companies are now offering brides and grooms-to-be wedding packages, which include free ceremonies if guests book a certain number of rooms. However, Beverly King, wedding co-ordinator at the Jolly Ranch resort in Antigu…
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  • Rugby club granted civil ceremony licence

    When it comes to wedding venues it is likely that many couples will want a beautiful country house, a traditional church or perhaps somewhere abroad. However, any fans of Hull Kingston Rovers rugby club may be pleased to hear that the team's home ground, Craven Park Stadium, has now been awarded a civil ceremony licence. The three year licence means that couples can wed, renew their vows or rec…
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  • Couple 'relocate, relocate' to start wedding venue business

    One couple has turned to the world of television to help them realise their dream of running a successful wedding venue business. Hertfordshire pair Helen and Paul appeared on this week's episode of Relocation, Relocation for assistance with finding the perfect spot to establish their business from. Presenters Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer had a £1.4 million budget to help the couple, w…
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  • Wedding venue launches brand new website

    Brides seeking the perfect venue for their big day may be interested to learn about a re-vamped website which could help to seal the deal. Gaynes Park Barns, in collaboration with Country House Wedding Venues, has unveiled its attractive new site to complement the venue itself. There are new features to help couples who are planning to tie the knot including a Wedding Ideas section, which showc…
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  • Wedding fair offers couples chance for a 'practice wedding'

    Couples planning their wedding have now got the chance to have a test run to ensure that everything goes without a hitch when the big day arrives. The Granary hotel and restaurant in Shenstone, near Kiddeminster, is planning to hold mock wedding ceremonies in one of its licensed suites as part of a wedding fair this weekend. Real registrars will be in attendance and couples have the chance to d…
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  • Venues going 'eco-chic for weddings'

    Many wedding venues are now considering adding some eco-chic to their ceremonies by sourcing environmentally friendly options for their guests, one expert believes. Kate Haines from Greenfinder and one of the organisers of the Eco Chic Wedding and Home Show 2009, states that some venues are beginning to consider sourcing vegetarian and local food for their menus. They are also thinking about th…
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  • Spa celebrates make-over by holding wedding fayre

    A wedding fayre is to take place for all brides-to-be at a newly-refurbished spa. The Driffield Times reports that the event will be the first to be held at The Spa Bridlington since its multi-million pound make-over. A new north wing has been added to The Spa and since then the newspaper states that it has become an increasingly popular wedding venue. At the fayre there will be catwalk shows,…
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  • Couple says an icy "I do"

    When it comes to unusual wedding locations, it is likely that not many get much colder than one church in Sweden. The country's Ice Church saw around 150 couples tie the knot under its icy ceiling this year, one of which was 27-year-old Charlotte Axelsson-Andersson. She said she and her new husband, Daniel Andersson, 32, "looked into a number of different options, like going to the West In…
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  • Couple 'set sail to tie the knot'

    For one couple, what started off as an office romance has now led to the wedding of their dreams aboard the HMS Trincomalee at Hartlepool Marina. Carrie Fisher and new husband Ben Edwards met when Carrie, 22, began working at the EDF call centre in Sunderland, the Hartlepool Mail reports. Ben, 25, had already been working at the firm for two years and they began dating when a friend-of-a-friend…
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  • 'Jet off to Stockholm' for an unusual wedding

    Couples looking for somewhere a bit different to say their vows may want to consider taking a trip to Stockholm's Arlanda airport. Brides and grooms are able to tie the knot in the air traffic control tower or on the wing of a jumbo jet, among other unusual locations around the hub. It seems as though the idea is becoming more popular as 523 couples got married at the airport last year, an incr…
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  • Empire State building to host its first same-sex marriage

    This year's Valentine's Day looks set to be extra special for 14 lucky couples in America. They have been selected from over 400 applicants on Brides.com to exchange their vows at the top of the Empire State Building on the only day of the year when it allows wedding ceremonies. Even more exciting is that for the first time in the building's history, two brides will be being saying "I do&q…
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  • Book early for a lovely wedding venue

    Finding the perfect wedding venue can be one of the most important decisions when it comes to planning the perfect celebration, it has been claimed. According to the Journal, the location of both the wedding ceremony and the reception can help to set the tone for the entire event. It can also have an impact on the flower arrangements, centre pieces, music, menu and invitations. The publication…
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  • Rivervale Barn wedding venue nears completion

    Those looking to bring some eco-chic to their wedding day may be pleased to hear about one venue which is nearing completion. Rivervale Barn is a sustainable venue and it is being constructed by skilled craftsmen using traditional methods. The grounds and facilities of Mill Farm in Yateley are being converted to create this special barn while ensuring that the natural beauty and character of it…
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  • Wedding photos 'may provide clues for church restoration'

    Wedding photos taken in a church in Denbighshire may provide the clues needed to help with restoration work, it has been reported. The south porch of Llandyrnog Church is due to be repaired this year, but restorers are unsure about the original appearance of its plaster details, the Evening Leader reports. Therefore any couples who were married there are being urged to look through their weddin…
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  • Couple choose Taco Bell for a stress-free wedding

    A fast food restaurant may not be many couples' venue of choice when it comes to deciding where to tie the knot However, Caragh Brooks, 21 and husband Paul, 30, from Normal in Illinois, chose their local Taco Bell Mexican restaurant as the place to say I do. It cost them $200 (£137) and employees decorated the restaurant with streamers and balloons for the ceremony. Caragh is originally f…
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  • New York spruces up new wedding venue

    People in the US may soon be flocking to New York to get married rather than seeking a glitzy venue in Las Vegas. Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given the marriage bureau at city hall a revamp in a bid to encourage more people to tie the knot there. The venue, which was previously old and tired-looking, now has more space to take photographs, video screens to monitor waiting times, a fresh lick of…
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  • Couple fight to rebuild fire-damaged wedding venue

    An American couple are being prevented from rebuilding their wedding venue because of a county zoning code, it has been reported. According to MSNBC, the Foundations Ballroom, owned by Erin and Marty Williams, was destroyed in a fire on December 17th last year. The couple first began as wedding photographers five years ago before deciding to build their own venue. Now a new zoning ordinance wh…
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  • Couples advised 'book wedding venues early'

    Couples planning a wedding have been advised that choosing a location should be one of the first things they do to prepare for the big day. According to Post-Bulletin, the phrase "the earlier the better" applies as some venues will already be booked for dates in 2010. Summer Saturdays are usually the first days to go, followed by Autumn weekends and then Fridays. "I always tell …
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  • Couple marry in chilly ice chapel

    One couple recently chose to hold their wedding in an unusual and rather cold venue. Michael Cook and Sigret Ball were married on Christmas Day in a specially built ice chapel in Alaska, the Boston Herald reports. The venue was inspired by the Aurora Ice Museum at Chena Hot Springs and the couple said their own version had special meaning, as did getting married on Christmas Day. "We want…
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  • Weddings are about 'location, location, location' for couples

    It seems location is everything for those currently planning a wedding as alternative venues are becoming more and more popular, results of a new survey have shown. The poll by AmericanBridal.com found that 55 per cent of people questioned are looking to hire a different kind of venue for their ceremony and reception. A quarter of respondents are holding their reception in a hotel and 10 per ce…
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  • Rivervale Barn 'could play host to the perfect eco-chic wedding'

    Work has begun on a new wedding venue that may be perfect for anyone looking to bring a little eco-chic to their big day. Rivervale Barn is situated on the grounds of Mill Farm in Yateley, Hampshire and will be ready and open for guests in June 2009, with viewings available from April. Offering a civil ceremony venue for up to 150 guests, the barn aims to show how a beautiful and impressive wed…
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