Dream Weddings Magazine - Devon & Cornwall - issue.37

Your ceremony,
your way...

Trendy or traditional, quirky or quaint, professional celebrant Charles
Russell is committed to designing and conducting a wedding ceremony
which reflects the individual personalities of the couple and leaves them
with happy memories to last a lifetime. Charles is a member of the Fellowship
of Independent Celebrants with a background in the hospitality industry and
a passion for understanding people and creating a unique special day just for
them.
‘The beauty of a celebrant-led ceremony,’ he said, ‘is the location is entirely
up to you! You can exchange rings and vows wherever and however you
choose: indoors or outdoors, in a marquee or a garden, on the moors or the
beach, in the woods, by a waterfall.’
The legal part of your ceremony can take place quietly in the register office,
but your individual celebration can be your day… your way and your venue
doesn’t have to be licensed.
Maybe you had a very small wedding during lockdown and want to create a
beautiful celebration with all your friends and family now the Covid crisis is
hopefully behind us. You can use your vows from the day or Charles will help
you write new ones.
‘My aim,’ he said, ‘is to create a ceremony which is a day of which memories
are made, all wrapped up with laughter too!’
Charles offers a complimentary no-obligation introductory meeting by
phone, video call or in person. For more details, call 07827 292738 or visit
www.charlesrussellceremonies.co.uk.

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CRESSER
PHOTOGRAPHY

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BELOW: PHOTOS COURTESY OF YOUR BEAUTIFUL DAY

Be your beautiful self

L ook your best you on your wedding day by similar to your wedding look. It’s best to wear a top
choosing a professional make-up artist who in roughly the same colour as your dress too,
will highlight your good points and disguise because your make-up needs to complement your
any imperfections. First and foremost, give dress as well as your skin colour.
her (or him) a good base to work on by taking care of You may not know your make-up artist well and she
your skin in the months before the big day. Set yourself (or he) will want to find out how you like to look.
up with a thorough day and night skincare routine and The idea is that you look your very best self on the
practise it religiously for at least three months. day – not someone anybody who knows you
And drink lots of water! hardly recognises!
It’s wise to have a make-up trial three to five weeks Professionally applied make-up should last easily
before the wedding. Arrange it in daylight – from night to day, but you should still make sure
because that’s where most of your photographs your Mum or your chief bridesmaid brings some
will be taken – and have your hair done in a style touch-up products just in case!

Fully qualified hair and make-up artist Sarah
Case offers three sessions for bridal work.
At the initial consultation, she collects all
the information, including the wedding
theme, dress shapes, neckline and so on. The
second meeting incorporates a full trial and the
third, of course, is the day itself, either at the
bride’s home or the wedding venue.
Sarah can also cater for all of the ladies in the
bridal party, offering beauty treatments and
wedding packages to suit everyone.
For details, call 07973 567355 or visit
www.sarahcase.co.uk.

Exeter Medical is a state-of-the-art treatment cosmetic goals, from the rejuvenation treatments
centre for cosmetic surgery, laser treatments, before and after surgery to the operation itself and
skin treatments and much more. It offers a aftercare, along with ancillary procedures such as
unique opportunity to patients in the south cosmetic injections and chemical peels.
west who are seeking cosmetic surgery or rejuvenation They also recognise that not all patients want or need
to individually plan and combine their treatments for the an operation, so they also offer non-surgical
genuine ‘ten years younger’ experience. cosmetic treatments.
They believe it is important to tailor treatment For more details, call 01392 363534 or visit
packages to suit each patient’s own needs and www.exetermedical.co.uk.

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So pretty

ABOVE & RIGHT: JOHN CHARLES AT
JULIA’S COLLECTION IN EXETER

One of the biggest obstacles Mothers of the Bride
and Groom face when shopping for that special
outfit for the big day is their hang-ups about
their own bodies. Built-in corsetry can have a
dramatic impact on a woman’s shape, creating a
flattering nipped-in waist for all shapes and sizes. Look for
ruching and pleating too, just the job for disguising any
perceived lumps or bumps.
Beautiful chiffon coats or wraps are great cover-ups and
Fifties-inspired shapes with fuller skirts give the illusion of
an hourglass figure, a good look for Mums worried about
slinkier styles.
Dresses with sleeves and even a jacket work for Mums
concerned about showing their arms and have the added
advantage of offering that bit of comfort if the weather isn’t
kind.
And, talking of comfort, there’s only a certain amount of
pain anyone can put up with before it starts affecting your
stride, so if you know you’re not going to last the day in your
heels, get a different pair.
You can look a million dollars. Honestly!

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in ABOVE & INSET BELOW:
ISPIRATO AT BEAU BOUTIQUE IN
YELVERTON, JANE LOUISE IN
LISKEARD AND JULIA’S
COLLECTION IN EXETER

pastels...

JOHN CHARLES AT
JULIA’S COLLECTION
IN EXETER

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LEFT: IRRESISTIBLE AT BEAU
BOUTIQUE IN YELVERTON, JANE
LOUISE IN LISKEARD AND JULIA’S
COLLECTION IN EXETER

RIGHT: CONDICI AT JANE LOUISE
IN LISKEARD, BEAU BOUTIQUE IN
YELVERTON AND JULIA’S
COLLECTION IN EXETER

BELOW: JOHN CHARLES AT
JULIA’S COLLECTION IN EXETER

...or

sensational
in colour

T o hat or not to hat, that is the
question? There’s no doubt that a
hat, more than any other accessory,
finishes off an outfit – but at anything
other than a very formal wedding,
you can opt for a frothy fascinator or, the new
kid on the block, a hatinator (which, as the
name suggests) is a cross between a hat and
a fascinator.
First things first, choose your outfit before you
consider your headgear. A good milliner can
help you choose a hat that complements your
outfit, so take your outfit with you when you go
to choose.
You not only want the right colour, you also
want the size and proportion to complement
your entire silhouette and balance your look.
Make sure it complements your face shape:
angular hats that cut across the face
complement round faces, while rounded hats
can soften a more angular face.
Ensure you are visible underneath the brim of
your hat, wear your hair up or away from your
face and perch your hat high on the left hand
side of your face and lower on the right, so
you’ve space for all that kissing and hugging.

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BELOW: 1992 GROOM STUART WITH HIS BRIDE JANICE BELOW: 2022 BRIDE SARAH WITH HER DAD, PAUL

2022
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AND DAVE

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A breathtaking
backdrop for your

big day

An unbeatable location overlooking St Ives Bay, "Our wedding day was magical from start to finish,
72-acres of grounds to celebrate in, and an we had an amazing day and couldn’t have asked for
experienced team to make it all happen. When it anymore from tregenna. The venue inside and out is
comes to weddings, our castle by the sea has got it spectacular and our guests were blown away by it.
covered. Thank you for everything you did for us.” The Taylors

• Beautiful indoor & outdoor spaces • Weddings from 2 to 250
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▼ Upton Barn & Walled Garden, Cullompton dreamvenues

▼ Lupton House, Churston Ferrers

Multi award-winning Upton Barn & Walled Don’t miss The Paddock, a light-filled spa with T he faded grandeur of this historical manor
Garden provides a stunning, exclusive use comfortable sofas, providing a glamorous space house in an estate dating back beyond the
wedding venue right in the heart of the perfect for enjoying a glass of fizz while you have Domesday Book can be yours exclusively
rolling Devon countryside. your hair and make-up done. for your wedding day.
Set in glorious grounds in the middle of a 180-acre And at the end of an eventful day, snuggle into one Grade II* listed Lupton House, set in beautiful
organic farm, the venue was originally transformed of the cosy Hygge-inspired accommodation pods, parkland is the perfect choice for celebrations
for the 2013 wedding of owners Claire and Richard, set in a tranquil woodland glade – the ultimate large or small, whether in the spacious suite of
who have continued to lavish love and attention on rustic retreat! function rooms – which include the Ballroom,
it ever since. For more details, call 01884 38302 or visit Library Bar, Atrium and Garden Room – or with
Their first project was the romantic Walled Garden www.uptonbarn.com. a marquee on the front lawn. And the beautiful
with its lavender-lined aisle and gorgeous Italianate garden provides a stunning backdrop
handcrafted glazed oak-framed arbour for your photographs.
licensed for civil ceremonies. The house and Italian gardens are licensed for
Indoor ceremonies can be conducted in civil ceremonies and Lupton accommodates up
the Cider Barn, a traditional cob barn to 80 guests for a licensed ceremony and formal
which accommodates over 150 guests wedding breakfast or up to 150 for a buffet or
and is the epitome of rustic chic. evening reception.
A further elegant barn, along with two With a range of catering options available, from
other bars, provides reception space and if a full afternoon tea with vintage china or
that’s not enough, there’s plenty of room buffets and cheeseboards, they can cater for all
for a marquee or two in the immaculate your needs.
gardens, which of course include a lake. For more details, call the wedding team on
Seriously good food and friendly, attentive 01803 845800 or visit the website at
staff complete the perfect package. www.discoverlupton.com.

▼ Tregenna Castle, St Ives

Perched high on the hilltop, overlooking catering properties, ranging from brand new
the quaint cobbled streets and to beautifully converted barns and farm
beautiful St Ives Bay beyond, Tregenna buildings.
Castle has an enviable reputation as one of The highly experienced Tregenna team will
the best wedding venues in Cornwall. always go out of their way to ensure that
Whether you’re planning an intimate every detail of your wedding is perfect and
celebration for just the two of you, or a the estate’s 72-acres are yours to enjoy for
weekend party with a guest list of up to 250, the duration of your stay, from subtropical
Tregenna has beautiful indoor and outdoor gardens and heated pools to tennis courts,
event spaces, a selection of dining packages, an 18-hole golf course, and some of St Ives'
and enough room for everyone to stay over. best leisure facilities.
The hotel’s 80-plus bedrooms are For more details, call 01736 795254 or
supplemented by no fewer than 55 self- visit www.tregenna-castle.co.uk.

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dreamvenues

▼ Mount Edgcumbe
House, Cremyll

PHOTO BY
ROCK ROSE
PHOTOGRAPHY

▼ Torre Abbey, Torquay W ith over 500 years of history and
standing in 865 acres of stunning
T orre Abbey provides a stunning setting for Whether you decide to hold just your ceremony landscape overlooking Plymouth
your wedding celebrations. Licensed for there or your entire celebration, you can be Sound, Mount Edgcumbe House is
civil ceremonies, this historic building on confident that the team will ensure your day is the one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the
Torquay seafront is surrounded by 18 acres best it can be. south west.
of stunning parkland and many hotels for your For more details, call 01803 293593 or visit There are seven acres of formal gardens, 10
guests are available within a short walk. www.torre-abbey.org.uk. miles of coastline and more historic buildings
With both a licence for civil marriages and its and follies than you could want as a backdrop to
own chapel for religious ceremonies, this your photographs.
historic building on Torquay seafront is The house has three rooms licensed for civil
surrounded by 18 acres of parkland. ceremonies, accommodating from two to 120
Whether you are looking for a formal wedding guests, plus the outdoor option of the elegant
venue or something a bit more casual, the Summer House overlooking the Earl’s Garden.
beautiful house and gardens can For your reception, there’s the historic Orangery
accommodate a wide range of bespoke overlooking the Italian Garden, which seats up to
celebrations. 120 guests, or combine the new with the old by
The 800-year-old Spanish Barn, the choosing the state-of-the-art reinforced glass
atmospheric mediaeval undercroft, the marquee nestling in the Earl’s Garden.
elegant ballroom and the intimate Palm There’s ample parking, confetti, transport from
House can be hired separately or together. the Cremyll ferry for your guests and a bridal
Your wedding will be supported by a friendly dressing room for your use on the day.
and professional team, all keen to ensure you With the added bonus of an experienced wedding
and your guests have a celebration that you co-ordinator, your wedding day at this flexible
will remember forever. venue will truly be a day to remember.
For more details, call 01752 822236 or visit
www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk.

▼ When you want to mix it up...

Brand new on the wedding scene is the Rum-n-
Gin Bar, a beautiful converted horse trailer
which will bring an exotic flavour to your
reception. Owners Helen and Steve have
carefully sourced all their gins and rums both from
well known brands and from some very exclusive
small distilleries in Devon, Cornwall and further afield.
Add the very best of mixers and some rather lovely
garnishes and you’ll get your guests’ tastebuds
singing!
For more details, call 07792 488727 or visit
www.rum-n-gin.co.uk.

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WEDDINGS

AT THE GRAND HOTEL

The Grand Hotel is a spectacular venue overlooking one of the most picturesque
bays on the South Devonshire coastline. If you are seeking a unique location and
a venue with olde world grandeur and steeped in British tradition and charm,

look no further. The Grand Hotel is your perfect choice.

PACKAGES START FROM £3,995

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Tell Scoff Catering what
your dream wedding
food would be and
they’ll work with you
to produce an amazing spread
that matches both your vision
and your budget. They cater
for all sizes of celebration,
from the most intimate private
party to grand formal events.
They love being creative too,
so if you fancy something
different, like a mediaeval
banquet or other themed
event, they’ll offer all the help
and advice you need.

PROFESSIONAL AND RELIABLE Scoff is dedicated to bringing
CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN HIRE IN you fresh, local produce and a
quality service at affordable
DEVON & CORNWALL prices and they pride themselves
on not only providing
Create that WOW factor for your guests fantastic food, but also on
with luxury chocolate fountains of all their professional and personal
sizes, or even go for a beautiful drink service.
They also have a dedicated
fountain to get everyone talking. Hog Roast & Meat Roast
division which can cater for up
Tel: 07525 768455 to 400 people.
[email protected] For details, call
www.absolutechocolatefountains.co.uk 07800 85136 or visit
www.scoffcatering.co.uk.
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Food
for thought...

Who can resist
dipping a range
of treats into a
sea of chocolate?
Plymouth-based Absolute
Chocolate Fountains supply a
range of luxury chocolate
fountains of all sizes to
impress your guests and get
everyone talking. You can have
your choice of chocolate types
and dipping food, there’s
something for everyone.
They also have Champagne
and drinks fountains!
For details, call 07525 768455 or visit
www.absolutechocolatefountains.co.uk.

dreamvenues

▼ Ta Mill, near Launceston

Ta Mill, set in 45 acres of rolling Cornish countryside, is a unique Tel: 01884 855522
wedding venue which allows for truly special celebrations and Mobile: 07800 85136
events. It’s approved for marriages and civil ceremonies and www.scoffcatering.co.uk
accommodates all sizes of wedding celebrations from intimate [email protected]
elopement packages for just the two of you to exclusive weekend hire.
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decorated ceremony room overlooking the pretty courtyard or choose an stunning secluded rural hideaway in North Cornwall'
outdoor venue in the luscious green gardens with far-reaching views for a
larger party. Licensed for civil ceremonies
Enjoy your bespoke wedding breakfast cooked by your personal chef in the Weddings up to 140
Courtyard Suite or in a personalised marquee erected in the gardens. Lay on
an evening barbecue and, after you’ve danced the night away under the Accommodation for 60 guests
stars, spend your wedding night in your own luxury honeymoon cottage.
With accommodation for up to 62 guests, spa facilities and stunning wildlife Spa Exfacilitiesclusive hire…
walks, Ta Mill offers a unique wedding experience with superb photo
opportunities. Tel: 01752 371507
For more information, call 01752 371507 or visit the website at [email protected] • www.tamill.co.uk
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TOTAL EVENT HIRE

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dreamvenues

Marquees
are magic

T here’s something magical about a marquee reception – whether ELEGANT MARQUEES,
your style is elegant formality or festival boho or anything in STYLISH FURNISHINGS
between. And don’t think marquees are just for summer. Modern
marquees are fully equipped with efficient heating so, whatever the AND A FRIENDLY
weather, you’ll be snug and warm. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Hatch Marquee Hire is a leading supplier of elegant and stylish frame (clear
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access to some of the most breathtaking locations throughout the
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wedding you are after, they can help you to create your dream event.
Their marquees are fully adaptable to fit any size or space. They have even DREAM WEDDINGS IN DEVON & CORNWALL • 69
built marquees on lakes, multiple levels and on the steepest of hills!
Add their broad range of equipment and furniture hire, including chairs,
tables, lighting and dance floors and they can provide a tailor-made venue
just for you.
For more details, call 01548 550322 or visit
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▼ Bovey Castle, Dartmoor National Park dreamvenues

▼ The Hannafore Point Hotel,
West Looe

Set in the rugged beauty of Dartmoor Should you prefer an outdoor ceremony, there’s the T he perfect waterside wedding location,
National Park, the historic Bovey Castle is Summerhouse, set in a quiet location in the Hannafore Point Hotel is perched on a
the only five red star luxury hotel and grounds and approached via a beautiful lawned rocky outcrop just 20 yards from the
country estate in Devon. Its rural beauty ‘aisle’, flanked by tall yew trees and herbaceous water’s edge. It offers excellent facilities
and grandeur makes it an unrivalled setting for borders. Bovey Castle is also available for exclusive for formal and less formal occasions with the
weddings and receptions use, including all rooms and lodges for you and ability to cater for just two to 180 guests.
There are three rooms inside the castle that are your guests, with the entire castle and grounds to The location is stunning and provides the perfect
licensed for civil ceremonies, all of them gifting yourselves. backdrop for photographs to be treasured, with
spectacular views of the estate. The Cathedral There are also two private dining rooms available breathtaking panoramic views across the Looe
Room with its high ceilings and minstrels’ gallery, for smaller gatherings, alongside the magnificently Bay and St. George’s Island – and it’s the perfect
has direct access to the South Terrace and opulent Great Western dining hall. Choose from a venue for your wedding celebrations, promising a
accommodates 80 to 120 guests. The beautiful selection of luxurious menus, or work with the day to remember and memories to treasure.
Adam Room with its open fireplace and period Head Chef to create a wedding breakfast unique to
decor hosts between 18 and 30 guests, while the you and your day. Friendly, experienced staff provide a
library is suited for two to 14 guests - perfect for a For details, call 01637 445098 or visit very personal and professional service, with
warm and intimate ceremony. www.boveycastle.com. traditional hospitality and menus that can be
tailored to suit your requirements.
Licensed for civil ceremonies, the hotel offers
well-appointed AA three-star accommodation
with an indoor swimming pool, spa facilities and
on-site beauticians.
They would love to show you around so you can
see for yourself what they have to offer.
For more details, visit
www.hannaforepointhotel.com,
email [email protected]
or call 01503 263273.

▼ The Berry Head Hotel, Brixham

T he Berry Head Hotel Brixham, nestling at menus that can be tailored to suit your
the water’s edge in six acres of gardens and requirements.
woodland, has a stunning location which The hotel offers well appointed AA four-star
provides the perfect backdrop for accommodation with an indoor swimming pool,
photographs to be treasured. spa pool and sauna.
Licensed for indoor and outdoor civil ceremonies, it It would be a pleasure for them to show you around
offers excellent facilities for both formal and less so you can see what this perfect waterside wedding
formal occasions, catering for between two and location has to offer: a day to remember, and a
250 guests. pocketful of memories to treasure.
As a family run business for over 25 years, they For more information, visit
pride themselves on offering a very personal and www.berryheadhotel.com, email
professional service, with traditional hospitality and [email protected] or call 01803 853225.

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WEDDING PLANNING
& VENUE DRESSING

Helping you create
your special day your way!

Tel: 07840 639955

[email protected]

Dress your
venue in style

No matter how big or small your wedding may be, Devon-based Bow
& Me Occasions can find something to make it extra special.Owner
Steph Bowden offers bespoke balloon decor, backdrop hire and
personalised gifts for every occasion and aims to make your day as
stress- and hassle-free as possible. Tell her your colour scheme or theme and
the sort of style you’d like to go for and she’ll take care of the rest, including
delivery and set up if required.
For more details, call 07741 280249 or visit
www.bowandmeoccasions.co.uk.

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FPA
New Continental

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Licensed for Civil Ceremonies and Civil Partnerships
Seated wedding breakfast for 20 - 110 guests
Evening reception capacity of 200
31 luxurious bedrooms
Small intimate ceremonies also available
Walled Garden - perfect for welcome drinks
and wedding photographs

01822 613221

Licensed for Civil Ceremonies and Civil Partnerships
Seated wedding breakfast for 20 - 130 guests
Evening reception capacity of 200
32 luxurious bedrooms
Small intimate ceremonies also available
Stunning location in Dartmoor National Park

Riverside Pagoda available for outdoor ceremonies

01822 892300
Two Bridges Hotel, Dartmoor National Park, Dartmoor, PL20 6SW

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▼ The Two Bridges Hotel, Dartmoor dreamvenues

▼ The Bedford Hotel, Tavistock

Situated in its own spacious grounds at the
heart of Tavistock, the Bedford Hotel has four
beautiful rooms licensed for civil
ceremonies, whether you are looking for an
intimate civil ceremony for 10 or a formal
ceremony for 110 wedding guests.
The Bedford is also directly opposite St Eustachius
Church which, like the hotel, used to be part of the
abbey. Alternatively, on the outskirts of town is the
famous St Michael’s Church.

Amoorland oasis, famed for its award- views in every direction.
winning food, the Two Bridges Hotel also The oak-panelled Tors Room is a delightful
has the perfect recipe (and all the setting for your ceremony – but the option of
ingredients) for an utterly romantic an outdoor wedding in the beautiful Riverside
Devon wedding. The location is simply stunning, Pagoda is tempting.
with wide lawns sweeping towards the banks of the With two recent Gold Awards from Taste of the
majestic West Dart River, and glorious Dartmoor West, you can be sure that your wedding guests

will enjoy the wow-factor when it’s PHOTO BY LOUISE RICHEY PHOTOGRAPHY
time to eat.
The light-filled Fountain Room suite The Bedford’s stunning function room is a unique,
is spacious and stylish, with plenty contemporary room which still chimes with the
of space for your wedding breakfast beauty and history of the hotel. Outside is a private
and for your evening celebrations. car park and ornate bridge leading to a walled
Getting married at the Two Bridges garden, perfect for your wedding photographs
Hotel is surprisingly affordable, with and drinks.
a range of packages on offer Award-winning food and 31 ensuite bedrooms
including a great value Winter complete the picture.
Weddings package (imagine the For more details, call 01822 613221 or visit the
romantic glow and flicker of giant website at www.bedford-hotel.co.uk.
open fires to warm your guests).
For more information, call 01822
892300 or visit the website at
www.twobridges.co.uk.

▼ Pier One, Plymouth

With possibly the most spectacular views in the
city, Plymouth’s newest venue licensed for civil
ceremonies is Pier One. It’s perfect for those
intimate occasions and accommodates up to 60 for a
wedding breakfast.
You can have your ceremony on the balcony that brings
you even closer to the ocean, reception in the dining room
which is beautiful all year round and dance the evening
away with the moon glancing down on the water.
Choose between their all-day package, their lunch package
or the sunset package for your evening celebrations – and
you’ll have exclusive use of the venue.
For more details, call 01752 2512320 or visit
www.pieroneplymouth.co.uk.

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YOUR Dog at YOUR Wedding Don’t forget
your best friend!
Are you planning a wedding and would
like your dog there? We can help! From Dog lovers Sue and Pete will
make sure your fur babies are
a couple of hours in attendance to a perfectly spruced up for your
whole day at their owner’s wedding… wedding, bring them along to
join in the fun (and the pictures) if you
we are there for you and your dog! want them to – and keep them
overnight or for the duration of your
"We could not recommend Sue honeymoon in the luxury of their
and Pete enough. If you are own home.
thinking of having your dog at Sue and Pete have always had dogs
themselves and their aim is to look
your wedding - do it! On such a after your animals as you would look
nerve wracking and emotional after them at home. They only take a
day having our fury best friend small number of dogs at a time so they
there was so reassuring and a can each get the individual attention
memory we will hold forever. they’re used to, not to mention the cuddles and snuggles.
Max couldn’t have been in better If you want them as guests at your wedding, they’ll collect them, walk them
hand with Sue as his chaperone and take them to get groomed and washed so they are nice and squeaky clean
and it was an absolute pleasure for your photos!
to have her there on the day. They’ll bring your dogs to the venue, look after them throughout the
ceremony and, if not required to be the ring bearer, keep them entertained
Thank you Sue and Pete for somewhere else at the site making sure they are available for those all
offering an amazing service and important photos.
Then they’ll take them home for the night and return them the following day
being so lovely!” unless you have arranged for an extended stay.
A Pad 4 Paws is licensed by Plymouth City Council and fully insured.
76 • DREAM WEDDINGS IN DEVON & CORNWALL For more details, call 07981 346055 or visit www.padforpaws.co.uk.

dreamvenues

▼ Honey Meadow Retreat, Chulmleigh

Honey Meadow Retreat will help create your unique day, however big From We can turn
or small! And whatever your style, you’ll have the option to customise 2 - 100 your dreams
areas of the four-acre site to meet the needs of you and your guests. guests into a reality
The Honey Meadow team will be on hand to help you get everything
organised just the way you want it, whether you’re going for rustic chic or For a gorgeous countryside wedding
something more modern – and they can cater from two to 100 guests. as unique as you are!
Set in private grounds with far-reaching views and wonderful facilities
(including a tennis court, croquet lawn and barbecue), Honey Meadow Please contact Harriet 01769 520296 or 07966 152114
Retreat even has stunning holiday cottages and glamping, so you can make [email protected] • www.honeymeadowretreat.co.uk
an entire weekend of the celebrations if you wish.
Higher Northcott, Ashreigney, Chulmleigh, Devon EX18 7PR

Owner Harriet has 40 years’ experience in various areas of catering, Wow your guests!
including events such as Cannes Film Festival, Party in the Park, pan-
European tours to working in London and Europe in various restaurants to Two alpacas along with two handlers
eventually owning her own restaurant. So advice on the catering will be the will come to your wedding venue for up
least of your problems.
For details, call 01769 520296 or visit www.honeymeadowretreat.co.uk to 2 hours. We will set up a pen so
guests can meet the alpacas, feed
them, and if the venue allows, take

them on short walks.

The alpacas will be dressed in their
finest bow ties for the occasion, and
these can be colour matched or themed.

Tel: 07936 400124

[email protected]
www.lakemooralpacasdartmoor.co.uk

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For a unique photo experience!
We would love to hear from you!

Tel: 07791 615650

www.margotcamper.com • [email protected]

THE COUNCIL HOUSE
Get married in the
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Just a short
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For weddings,
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It’s available, at an affordable
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FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT

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Add a little Grab a prop, strike a pose and have fun
magic to with Margot Camper, a 1970s’ vintage
your reception VW Camper Van photobooth.
Margot is a new project by photographer Ellen
Murray, who loves vintage VWs and has kitted
out Margot with a state-of-the-art Canon DSLR
camera as well as a huge range of props for you
and your guests to have fun with.
Ellen also has a new booth coming for 2023, a
stand alone iPad booth! It’s a beautiful
handmade wooden booth which provides gifs,
boomerangs, photos and much more.
And, being a photographer, Ellen can also offer
professional photos of you all enjoying the ride.
For details, call 07791 615650 or visit
www.margotcamper.com.

Nothing beats a magical PHOTO BY
professionally-fired fireworks CAPTURE
display at your wedding. WEDDINGS
Award-winning family-run
licensed operator Sonic Fireworks has
dazzled wedding guests for over 20
years. They are specialists in pyro-
musical displays (fireworks set to
music) and are recommended at
many venues across Devon, Cornwall
and Somerset.
They also offer hand-held sparkling
flares and traditional sparklers. For dramatic daytime photos use their coloured
smokes available in many colours. Easy to use, low- noise, safe and great fun
For more details, call 01884 849222 or visit www.sonicfireworks.com.

Get your guests talking and fill those awkward breaks
at your reception with a close-up magician. They’ll
be intrigued, amazed and thoroughly entertained –
and they’ll be talking about it for years! Award-winning
Lewis Belcher is one of the premier professional magicians
in the south west and he specialises in close-up magic,
working tables and mingling with the guests at weddings.
His tricks can involve coins, rings and cards, but also fire,
hypnotism, mind reading and mentalism and his boyish
charm and enthusiasm is as much part of his act as the
magic.
For details, call 01752 936086 or visit www.lbmagic.uk.

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Honeymoon Travel Counsellors is a global network of
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When all the excitement of the wedding Or how about a luxury safari lodge in South Africa for arrangements – and it’s perfect for that very
day is over, there’s still the magic of a secluded honeymoon surrounded by incredible special holiday that is your honeymoon.
your honeymoon to look forward to. wildlife? You can find exclusive accommodation on a Local representative Rachel Fox believes that
More and more couples are having a game reserve and experience the Big Five roaming travel is about fulfilling dreams and creating
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paradise, taking a road trip around Europe, going beaches. Experience the fascinating ancient culture,
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Italy, France, Switzerland, Portugal, Turkiye, population along with leopards, monkeys and
Germany and Croatia are among the best countries crocodiles.
in Europe for a honeymoon. Enjoy a tour taking in Or for something truly original, try Iceland. The
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beautiful cities, from Paris, Venice and Rome, to contrasts with its hot thermal springs, spectacular
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Greece is a firm honeymoon favourite too, wonders on an unforgettable helicopter ride, embark
brimming with ancient ruins and with miles of sun- on a whale-watching adventure or take a snowmobile
drenched coastline and charming tavernas, it’s tour in the Golden Circle.
perfect for an island-hopping honeymoon.
If you want to go further afield, Bali, with its lush
forests and palm-fringed beaches is both an idyllic
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Of course, there’s also the Caribbean with its
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mud and marvel at the glorious pitons. Or Jamaica
with its rum and rivers.

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Old Heathcoat School Community Centre

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dates for your diary Wedding fairs are a great source of ideas for brides as well as a way of finding everything
you need under one roof - and there’s bound to be one near you soon.
So make a note of these dates, but do check locally nearer the time as they may change.

JANUARY 8: Tawstock Court, near Barnstaple JANUARY 29: Hartnoll Hotel, Bolham, Tiverton MARCH 26: Pretty & Punk, Tavistock Town Hall &
(10am to 3pm, visit (11am to 2pm, contact 01884 252777 or visit Bedford Square, Tavistock (11am to 3pm, visit
www.northdevonweddingnetwork.co.uk) www.hartnollhotel.co.uk) www.prettyandpunk.co.uk/events)

JANUARY 14: Open Day, Brickhouse Vineyard, MARCH 4 & 5: Royal Cornwall Showground, APRIL 23: Royal Cornwall Showground,
Mamhead (contact 07494 204827 or visit Wadebridge (11am to 3pm, contact 07500 868163 Wadebridge (11am to 3pm, contact 07500 868163
www.brickhousevineyard.co.uk) or visit www.artofweddings.uk) or visit www.artofweddings.uk)

JANUARY 14 & 15: Royal Cornwall Showground, FEBRUARY 12: Pretty & Punk, Carn Brae Leisure MAY 14: Pretty & Punk, Towergate Stadium,
Wadebridge (11am to 3pm, contact 07500 868163 Centre, Redruth (11am to 3pm, visit Taunton (11am to 3pm, visit
or visit www.artofweddings.uk) www.prettyandpunk.co.uk/events) www.prettyandpunk.co.uk/events)

JANUARY 21: Hannafore Point Hotel, West Looe FEBRUARY 19: China Fleet Country Club, Saltash JULY 9: Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge
(12noon to 4pm, contact 01503 263273 or visit (10am to 1pm, contact 01752 848668 or visit (11am to 3pm, contact 07500 868163 or visit
www.hannaforepointhotel.co,uk) www.china-fleet.co.uk) www.artofweddings.uk)

JANUARY 22: Wedding Extravaganza Plymouth FEBRUARY 25 & 26: Wedding Extravaganza
Guildhall (10am to 3pm, contact 01626 873364 or Westpoint, Exeter (10am to 4pm, Saturday
visit www.extravaganza-wedding-fairs.co.uk) February 25; 10am to 3pm, Sunday February 26,
contact 01626 873364 or visit www.extravaganza-
wedding-fairs.co.uk)

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PERSONAL
STYLING
S E RV I C E

Our team of personal stylists at John Lewis
Exeter have been trained in both colour
analysis and body shapes at the London
school of style- which allows them to identify
pieces to suit women on a variety of factors.

Being a Personal Stylist is more then just
dressing people. It is about helping people find
their identity, their confidence, allowing them
to be who they want to be.

John Lewis offer...
• A variety of appointment types including

Occasion wear,Wardrobe Refresh, Holiday
wear,Work wear and finding that Perfect
Pair of Jeans.
• Group bookings in store which makes for
the perfect day out with the girls. Enjoy a
glass of Prosecco for each guest whilst you
try on clothing selected for your group.
• Virtual Styling appointments.You can book
for yourself or a group. Get the girls round
for an afternoon and enjoy the virtual
appointment together.This will be with a
Personal Stylist via Zoom and will include
lots of styling advice/hints and tips.

Book your FREE
appointment in store
or online at
www.johnlewis.com

See us at The Westpoint
Wedding Extravaganza
on February 25th & 26th

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