Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding news and ideas from around the county

Looking for floral wedding inspiration? Pop along to Mercedes-Benz World's Signature Wedding Show

Tracy and Leah from Fleurs Amanda are looking forward to meeting you at County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday the 28th April. "We both enjoy wedding floristry and have had many years' experience. We would love to plan your bouquets and arrangements to make your day complete and memorable." shares the duo. Pre-register your attendance on the County Wedding Events' website.

Find handmade venue styling extras from Oak and Ward at one of our Signature Wedding Shows

Oak and Ward, supplier of exquisite handmade furniture are exhibiting at County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday 28th April, where you can see its designs and creations first-hand. "Our beautifully solid oak or pine rustic trestle tables will help you create the perfect look for your wedding reception. We hand make all the furniture in our Oxfordshire workshop using materials from sustainable sources, where possible." share Nick. "They don't require a cloth and are, as far as we are aware, unique in the industry, offering attractive and sturdy folding metal legs to complete the look and engineered to be totally wobble free.

Meet Toastmaster & MC Joe at Mercedes-Benz World's wedding fair

Joe Gallagher is an experienced and professionally trained Master of Ceremonies and his expertise lies in seamlessly integrating all of the key elements of your wedding day. He will of course respect the formalities but works with you, your guests and the venue team to create a relaxed, organized and fun atmosphere. The role of an MC & Toastmaster involves so much more than just making announcements on the day and Joe will help remove the stress on the day ensuring you can relax more and really enjoy your special day. Joe really focuses on making the announcements at key times very special and engaging creating a great experience for all. Here is a testimonial to support the difference Joe can make at your wedding.

Find handmade accessories at Mercedes-Benz World on April 28th

Caroline Davidge Bridal offers beautiful handmade bridal veils, designed and lovingly crafted in Caroline's Oxfordshire home studio. Caroline will be debuting her brand new Classic Collection at the County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday 28th April. So come along and meet the designer, and enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on any veil for all show attendees.

Celebrate World Earth Day this April with the Sutton Hotel Collection

In celebration of World Earth Day on Monday 22nd April, throughout April Sutton Hotel Collection will be making a step towards change by showcasing a 'Sustainable Dish of the Month' at each of the three hotels within the collection: The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, The Castle Hotel Windsor and The Francis Hotel Bath. Each hotel will be celebrating World Earth Day with a dish, which has been carefully selected to incorporate seasonal, locally sourced produce as well as helping the collection to actively work towards their zero-food waste principles. William Gibbs at Sutton Hotel Collection states; 'We are thrilled to introduce three dishes that have been consciously created in celebration of World Earth Day across our hotels."

Surrey wedding cake supplier on hand at County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show

Lake Thomas Cakes is located in New Malden, SW London/Surrey and has been established since 2007. The business is run by Shenaz Lake-Thomas who creates and makes all the cakes and who will be on hand at the County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday 28th April to talk about your wedding cake ideas. "We offer a variety of wedding cakes, anything from traditional to quirky designs with a selection of flavours to choose from, as well as cupcakes and sweets for the discerning customer," shares Shenaz. "Our cakes are made to order and we work closely with the clients leading up to their special day and ensure they receive a beautiful quality and a tasty cake. We offer a complimentary consultation where you have the opportunity to sample some of our delights and assist creating your designed cake into reality. If you would like to see previous examples of my work then please have a look at my website.

Find your videographer at Mercedes-Benz Worlds' Signature Wedding Show

What better way is there to capture the most incredible day of your life than a video you can keep forever? Frost Point Productions create elegant, captivating, cinematic videos that capture the beauty and romance of your wedding. The team will be on hand at the County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday 28th April. "An experienced videographer and editor works closely with you throughout the process to create a uniquely beautiful video to capture the individual personalities of you and your loved ones on your special day," shares owner Sam. "Using the latest equipment, various techniques and top level editing software, we create picturesque videos of a high standard that you can treasure forever. Explore our portfolio and discover how we can make your wedding day unforgettable."

Dawn Clarke Designs exhibiting with County Wedding Events

Every little girl and boy deserves the chance to feel amazing in beautiful clothing on a wedding day, Dawn designs and creates luxurious clothing for children with this brief firmly in mind. On the 28th April 2024 Dawn will be back at Mercedes-Benz world showcasing some of her flowergirl dresses and pageboy outfits. This year Dawn will be offering an opportunity to meet with her for a consultation where you can talk about styles, fabrics and colours that she thinks you'll love. nd just to put your mind at ease, there will be absolutely no obligation or expectations, just a shared love for beautiful, child-friendly traditional and unique clothing.

Essex-award finalist, Holly Waters Photography showcasing her work at Mercedes-Benz World

Capture the magic of your special day with Essex-awards finalist, Holly Waters Photography! Discover Holly's talent for crafting beautiful, romantic images that perfectly encapsulate the love, emotion, and joy of your wedding, at County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday 28th April. Don't miss out on the exclusive offer of £200 off full-day packages and the opportunity to win a complimentary couple's engagement session.

Where romance meets elegance - Inna Voronova Bridal exhibiting at Mercedes-Benz World

Looking for catwalk quality designs? Inna Voronova Bridal is exhibiting with County Wedding Events' at its Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World on Sunday 28th April. "Our new 2024 Sensuelle collection will turn heads with stunning silhouettes, various necklines, delicate details and dream-worthy materials," shares owner Darren. "Sensual and sometimes sexy, there's something for all types of brides: for those looking for dramatic styles to romantic looks and everything in between!

The best place in the UK for a springtime wedding

A new study has revealed the areas in the UK with the best vendors and venues for spring wedding ceremonies, with Essex being crowned top for both. The research conducted by photo wall art creator StoryBoards analyzed data from a popular wedding planning site, to identify the UK regions with the highest quantity of top-rated vendors and venues, including vineyards, cake companies, and stationery brands. Most brides and grooms will agree that planning a wedding is stressful, as trying to pull off an event that feels unique to the couple while managing expectations, budget, and family can be difficult at times. Thankfully, beautiful venues exist to help make the whole process easier.

Gifts Instead of Flowers announce new brands

Gifts Instead of Flowers is an innovative online platform that showcases the work of UK artists and small businesses that create stunning, original and affordable products, such as art, jewellery, ceramics, prints, candles, cards, and more. The artists retain 100% of the profit while donating to William's Fund, a charity dedicated to childhood cancer research. Biba & Rose - handmade freshwater pearl jewellery from the Cotswolds joins Gifts Instead of Flowers. Biba & Rose is a jewellery brand that celebrates the natural beauty and elegance of freshwater pearls. Founded by Rosemary Griffin, a jewellery designer and maker based in a small Cotswold village, Biba & Rose offers a collection of unique pieces that combine sterling silver and freshwater pearls in contemporary and classic designs.

Does your mum need help with her wedding speech? Read these tips from Speechy

The Speech Surgery with Heidi Ellert McDermott, founder of Speechy & author of The Modern Couple's Guide to Wedding Speeches. Firstly, reassure your mum that we work with lots of mothers (both of the bride, and increasingly, the groom's) so it's no longer unusual to see a mum on the mic. Whether your mum is standing in for your father, speaking in addition to him or your dad isn't part of the picture, we generally find mothers have a lot to say! In terms of getting your mum excited at the prospect of delivering a speech, rather than dreading it, send her a few blog posts to show her how simple writing her speech can be.

Your ultimate hen do survival guide by SilkFred

With April being the most popular month for hen do's, and online fashion destination SilkFred finding that 625 people will be attending at least one hen do this 'hen do season' (with 93 of respondents attending 3+ hen do's)*, we've sat down with Georgie Mitchell, Wedding Planner, Coordinator and Wedding Expert at Silkfred and Head Stylist Megan Watkins, who have shared their ultimate 'Hen Do Survival Hacks' to manage everything from budgets and schedules to styling tips and mastering the art of saying "no".

Five myths about Champagne

For centuries, great occasions in life have been punctuated with Champagne. However, there are several myths surrounding the drinking, storing and essence of Champagne. As a result, the Champagne Bureau UK* wanted to bust those myths to separate fact from fiction and demonstrate how best to enjoy the pinnacle of sparkling wine, as well as ensure that you aren't fooled by some of the most common Champagne myths. Myth: Pop the cork and spray Champagne in times of celebrations. The blunt pop of the cork and the fizz of the fine bubbles – instantly reminiscent of celebration – is a sparkling start to any special occasion.

Book a stylish summer sleepover at Horwood House Hotel with Their Nibs

With spring finally here and summer on the horizon, escape to Horwood House Hotel in the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside for some much-needed relaxation with your best girls. The hotel has launched an exclusive collaboration with the beautiful nightwear brand, Their Nibs to reveal their 'Seriously Stylish Sleepover' package. Groups of friends, hens, mums and daughters can enjoy a night away in style in stylish surroundings and the most comfortable pyjamas! Put on a pair of Their Nibs stylish PJs, get cosy, watch a film and pop open the prosecco before indulging in an express spa treatment, followed by dinner in Harry's Bar & Kitchen.

Dream dresses at Signature Wedding Shows

Bespoke dress and bridalwear designer, Tanya Dimitrova, founder of London-based Mia La Vida Bridal, will be on hand to talk through your dream wedding dress ideas at our Signature Wedding Show at Mercedes-Benz World, April 28th. With a vision and passion to create timeless wedding and evening pieces, and to fulfil a lifelong dream of making a defiant mark on the high-end world of couture bridalwear, Tanya listens to her clients' requirements to design and make a creation you'll never want to take off!

Powering your celebrations with Gofer

Gofer offers a complete power management service of reliable and sustainable generators and power equipment. Enabling you to hold your wedding in the remote location of your dreams. With over 35 years' experience, our qualified team work directly with clients or with the event or marquee companies to power your wedding. Our team have a strong understanding and connections with different wedding suppliers. Enabling your wedding tor run effectively and efficiently, with the highest quality of power provision.

Book your 2024 wedding for £2,024 - find out more at Mercedes-Benz World

Pop along to the County Wedding Events' Signature Show at Mercedes-Benz World to chat to the team about what's new at this exciting wedding venue - what's more, Brooklands Hotel sits opposite Mercedes-Benz World so you can also visit and see for yourself! The venue's currently shouting about a great offer - book your 2024 wedding for £2,024 - so click on the link to find out more! Additionally, the venue's announced new spa facilities and new Glasshouse restaurant opening on 1st May.

Find your big-day venue with County Wedding Events

The team from Hampshire's Audleys Wood Hotel will be on hand at the County Wedding Events' Signature Wedding Shows at Ascot Racecourse and Mercedes-Benz World to discuss your big-day requirements. When you arrive at Audleys Wood Hotel, you'll be captivated by the ornate stonework and beautiful stained glass windows of this Victorian mansion. This historic venue is set in the heart of the Hampshire countryside, surrounded by picturesque private grounds. Its gardens provide an ideal setting for your outdoor wedding ceremony, reception drinks and even your evening party in the Garden Pavilion.