cornish brides - autumn 2014

CornishAutumn 2014

So here we are with another issue of Cornish

Brides magazine, which comes to you as the busy

‘summer’ wedding season comes to a close. Of

course, weddings are now a year-round industry

and more couples are choosing to marry outside

the busy season (or silly season, as we call it down

here in Cornwall). There is a lot to be said for

getting married earlier or later in the year,

especially in this part of the country.

For one thing, Cornwall has an influx of more than 4

million visitors during the summer months, so

everywhere is busy and unless you are happy to

share your photos with several thousand

holidaymakers, Cornwall’s beaches are best

avoided at this time of year. And then there is the

weather to take into account. Logically, you would

think that the chances of having a nice warm,

sunny day for your wedding would be much

improved during June, July and August; but as we

all know, the British weather is unpredictable and

rarely performs to command. Although, to be fair,

Cornwall has enjoyed a much better summer this

year than previous years and both May and June

were stunningly beautiful months.

A lot of venues are positively encouraging couples

to get married in the quieter months and there are

some cracking deals to be had if you are prepared

to ‘tie the knot’ in November, January or February.

Likewise, mid-week weddings are becoming more

popular and again, there are definite savings to be

made if a weekday wedding appeals and works for

you and your guests.

But whatever time of year you are getting

married, Cornish Brides magazine is here for you

and we will continue to bring you oodles of ideas

and inspiration from right around the world so you

can have the wedding of your dreams. Don’t be

afraid to take an idea and run with it, adapting it

to suit you and even sourcing a local supplier who

can take your idea and turn it into a reality.

And, of course, don’t forget our fabulous Cornish

Brides Shows which are held five times a year at

Kingsley Village. We bring together an eclecitc mix

of more than sixty bridal businesses which means

you can come along and find everything you need

under one roof on one day.

Organising a wedding can be stressful, but keep

cool and trust Cornish Brides magazine to get you

through the coming months of preparation.

Together, we will ensure your wedding is perfect

and exactly the kind of day you have dreamt about.

With Love From

Cornish Brides : Autumn 2014 1

Cornish Brides

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The Metropole Hotel PadstowSituated on the stunning north coast of Cornwall this boutique hotel with it’s panoramic views over the water and harbour is perfect for photo and video opportunities.

Call on: 01841 532486

The Fowey Hotel FoweyOn the south Cornish coast situated on the River Fowey surrounded by pretty gardens it’s a delightful and intimate venue, with tantalising menus, table decorations, music and entertainment to make your day truly memorable.

Call on: 01726 832551

The Falmouth Hotel FalmouthSet in 5 acres of landscaped gardens enjoying a prime seafront location overlooking Falmouth Bay it offers one of the most elegant and spacious celebration venues in Cornwall.

Call on: 01326 312671

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Publisher & Head of Sales Colin Robinson

Editor-in-Chief Janice Robinson

Communications Manager Neill Mabbott

Administrator Kirsty Forbes

Illustrations by Lisa Grenfell

Additional Contributions from Carol Dowsett

Cornish BridesGlenthorne House, Truro Business Park

Truro, Cornwall TR3 6BWTel: 01872 270169

Email: [email protected]

www.cornishbrides.co.uk

FRONT COVER

Photography: Tick Tock Photos

Hair and Make-up: Bridgette Capel

Dresses: The Wedding Company, Bodmin

Flowers: Art of Flowers

Model: Lauren Holley

Location: Classic Air Force Museum, St. Mawgan

26 Beautiful Bride - news and trends from the world of weddings

38 Social Media Pages - Check out what’s happening on social media with Neill Mabbott

42 The Grapevine - all the latest gossip and updates from Cornwall and beyond

46 The White Room - behind the scenes at one of Cornwall’s newest bridal boutiques

47 Brides Retreat - everthing you need to ensure you look and feel your best on your big day

64 Remembrance - Cornish Brides photo-shoot

70 The Grapevine - more gossip and updates

74 Paper Chase - stunning paper bouquets that’ll blow you away

78 A Scilly Romance - join us for a magical trip to the Isles of Scilly

90 Wedding Book Club - must-read books for every bride-to-be

91 Grooming ‘Andsome - our not-to-be-missed feature for all the grooms out there

108 The Grapevine - and yet more gossip and updates

112 Five Steps to Happiness - Carley Wetting shares her secrets for everlasting happiness

116 Your South West Honeymoon - amazing ideas for honeymoons close to home

plus 22 pages of fabulous designer dresses


Charlotte Balbier

www.charlottebalbier.com

Charlotte Balbierwww.charlottebalbier.com

Watters Brides

www.watters.com

Watters Brideswww.watters.com

Watters Brides

www.watters.com

Eternity Bridewww.eternitybridal.co.uk

Eternity Bride

www.eternitybridal.co.uk

Eternity Bridewww.eternitybridal.co.uk

Qiana Bridal

www.qianabridal.co.uk

Qiana Bridalwww.qianabridal.co.uk

Terry Fox : www.terryfox.co.uk

Terry Foxwww.terryfox.co.uk

Gemy Maalouf

www.gemymaalouf.com

Gemy Maaloufwww.gemymaalouf.com

Gemy Maalouf

www.gemymaalouf.com

Gemy Maaloufwww.gemymaalouf.com

Miquel Suay

www.miquelsuay.com

Miquel Suaywww.miquelsuay.com

Maria Senvo

www.mariasenvo.com

Maria Senvowww.mariasenvo.com

The Bridal StudioCome and visit our beautiful bridal boutique in Helston.

We are exclusive stockists of Wendy Makin and also stock Phoenix Gowns and Gino Cerruti

as well as a large selection of veils, shoes, tiaras and jewellery.

Everything for the Bride

11 Wendron Street Helston Cornwall

Tel: 01326 560903

www.bridal-studio-helson.co.uk


beautiful brideAll the very latest news, trends and gossip fromthe world of weddings to ensure you’re a

Just had word from Mandy at Frocks& Frills that she will soon be stockingDonna Lee Designs at the studio inConstantine. An independent Britishdesigner, Donna Lee wedding gownsreally have the wow factor a bride islooking for in sizes 4 to 28.

If you love your curves, then CountyCream in Truro are now stocking thestunning new Callista collection byAlfred Sung Bridal. This is a trulygorgeous range, especially for brideswith curves - sizes 16 to 30.

Sam and Charlotte at Lowen Bridalare excited to announce that theyhave taken delivery of some new PhilCollins’ gowns at their Launcestonboutique, together with a selection ofgowns by Romantica ... more tofollow over the coming weeks.

Lavender Rose Bridal are lookingforward to the arrival of gowns from the new Maddy Collection fromMadeline Isaac-James which will bein the Penryn store soon and will beon display alongside the new MonCheri and Sophia Tolli gowns whichare arriving on an almost daily basis!

Wendy of Bliss Bridal has been intouch to say that she is really lovingher new showroom in Perranporthand is looking forward to welcomingbrides for a look-around over thecoming weeks.

Unique Designs by Tina haverecently re-located to a stunning newstore in Bodmin. Designer, TinaHinchliffe, has also expanded herhair accessories collections toinclude a range of beautiful bridaljewellery, including gorgeous tiarasand some lovely jewellery sets.

To celebrate her first anniversary,Emily at Budeiful Brides is offeringbrides-to-be the chance to win awedding dress. To enter thecompetition, you just need to ‘like’the Budeiful Brides Facebook pagewhere you will find full details.

Amanda K Bridal have moved fromPerranarworthal to the MansionHouse in Princes Street, Truro. Theboutique will no longer be open forwalk-ins from the street, but will nowoperate on a strict appointmentsystem with intercom-only entry.

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SMaddy Collection

We are loving ‘Maddy’ - the new diffusioncollection from British designer, Natalie Gladman

who owns and designs for the Madeline Isaac-James label. This stunning collection of silk

wedding gowns are all priced under £1,400 andeach gown can be personalised by adding

detailing from the collection’s ‘dressing-up box’which includes belts and jackets. Available from

Bella Bella Bridal and Lavender Rose.

Fantastic news from Elizabeth Stuart Bridal on their collaboration with Cancer ResearchUK. Since their launch in February, over 5,000 of these gorgeous Elizabeth Stuart pinshave been ordered and they have contributed to CRUK's highest ever number of favourorders in the month of June. The Elizabeth Stuart badges alone have raised more than£12,500 and due to the popularity of the designs, they will be carried over into 2015.Belinda Newman from Elizabeth Stuart told Cornish Brides: “We've are delighted to beworking with CRUK and thrilled that we have helped to bring the total raised throughwedding favours to over £2 million since 2007”.

www.giveincelebration.cancerresearchuk.org


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These are just two of the stunning gowns by Phil Collins Bridal that have just arrived instore at Lowen Bridal inLaunceston. If you haven’t discovered this bridal boutique yet, we strongly urge you to pay a visit soon - it’s areal gem and stunningly stylish. Owner, Sam McCleery, has done a fabulous job refurbishing her lovely store -ideally positioned, right opposite the church - and she has an amazing collection of beautiful dresses from£250-£1,000 (all brand new) as well as accessories, bridesmaid and prom dresses.

www.lowenbridal.co.uk

Soon to be available in Cornwall, Donna Lee Designs are anindependent British bridalwear designer, launched in 2010.The label has quickly become an established name inbridalwear, offering designer wedding gowns that don’t cost theearth. They are known for their fabulous fit, structure anddiverse range of very wearable styles. Frocks & Frills WeddingStudio in Constanine will be stocking these lovely gowns fromOctober, so be sure to keep an eye on delivery times, so youdon’t miss out on being one of the very first Cornish brides towalk up the aisle in a Donna Lee gown.

www.frocksfrills.co.uk

If you’re actively looking for the dress of your dreams, then you need to come

along to a Cornish Brides Show atKingsley Village. Our wedding shows have

been designed with you in mind and we always have the very best bridalboutiques in attendance showcasing

the latest in bridal design.

Photography by Catherine Mead

We are big fans of Bristol-based Hermione Harbutt and just love her collections of exquisite bridal hair adornments and jewellery, which she first launched in 2008.

www.hermioneharbutt.com




if the shoe fitsEvery bride wants stylish shoes for her wedding day and they don’t come

more stylish than these. We love this selection of gorgeous bridal footwear,guaranteed to have you stepping out in style on your big day!

www.rainbowclub.co.uk

www.arunaseth.com

Diane Hassall for Rainbow Clubwww.rainbowclub.co.uk

How could you not love these absolutely adorable outfits for fashion-conscious bridemaids

and flowergirls? Just because you’re small, doesn’t mean you can’t look gorgeous.

www.ilovegorgeous.co.uk




We really love these bohemian and totally chic

silk dresses from House of Frou Frou. Launched

in 1999 by Cynthia Taylor, who designs ready-

to-wear collections from her studio in Somerset,

dresses are made using individually sourced

materials and finishes from vintage to new

textiles, Indian trims and 1960s buttons, each

piece of fabric is hand selected and crafted to

make something unique and exquisite. After

identifying a gap in the market for stylish and

eclectic bridesmaid dresses, Cynthia took a

deliberate step away from the traditional high

street looks and designs and is launching her

own interpretation of the ‘special’ dress for

grown-up flower girls.

www.houseoffroufrou.com

Gillian Million designs and creates wedding accessories and bespoke

luxuries for brides all over the world, including celebrity and royal

clients. Delicately handcrafted, every piece is made with passion and

excitement and overseen by Gillian personally from exquisite

fascinators, chic birdcage veils, cuffs, elegant silk veils, magnificent

stoles, boleros, vintage combs, pearl vines and jewelled hair

adornments. In addition to the individual care and attention offered by

its well-established bespoke service, Gillian Million has an online shop

which is regularly updated with new styles and ideas. You can browse

at your leisure and purchase Gillian’s exquisite designs from the comfort

of your own home. This being said, no online purchase goes through

without a personal phone call from Gillian to ensure that she is meeting

her customer’s expectations - now that’s what we call service!

www.gillianmillion.com

If you’re looking for something particularly striking or unusual to

complete your wedding look, then check out talented Cornish

designer, Jessica Bissell. Jess is a passionate costumier with a degree

in Theatrical Costume and Make-up, but since graduating, she has

fallen in love with all things bridal and in December 2010, she started

her own label, Jessicouture. She has a stunning collection of bridal-

pieces including bolero jackets, fascinators, hats, corsets, garters,

jewellery and this gorgeous bridal mask, which would be perfect for a

Masquerade or New Year’s Eve Wedding.

www.etsy.com/shop/jessicabissell

Visions of ScillyModel : Jo Legg Photographer : Chris Hall Photography Hair and Make-up : Blonde Hair and Beauty Jewellery : Fay Page Dresses : Bliss Bridal Gowns

Extensive collection of beautiful Wedding Gowns in sizes 8 - 28

Stunning gowns in a variety of styles and fabrics

Bridal • Bridesmaid • Mother-of-the-Bride • Accessories

LARGE SALE RAIL

Our lovely new showroom is now open

The Back Store • 4 Boscawen Road • Perranporth

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY PLEASE

01872 573377

www.bliss-bridal-gowns.co.uk

Come and see us at our newpremises for beautiful bridalwear ~ including a stunning plus-sizerange bridesmaids’ dresses and

bridal accessories

Also, suit hire for the groom

Excellent customer service

Visit our website: www.b2bbridal.co.uk

Tel: 01326 316000

Unit 2 Intrepid Works Bickland Water RoadFalmouth Cornwall TR11 4SN

Stockists of

Veromia • Sonsie Pure by Romantica

Silhouette by RomanticaTia by Benjamin Roberts

Sizes 4 – 36+

Everything for the bride and her bridesmaids

Displays of services andproducts from some of thebest wedding suppliers at

Cornwall’s One-StopWedding Studio

Mill HouseTrewardreva Mill

ConstantineFalmouthTR11 5QD

tel: 01326 341276

www.frocksfrills.co.uk


Ellis Bridalswww.ellisbridals.co.uk

Brook House • Station Road • Plympton • Plymouth PL7 2AU

01752 656964

www.bellabellabridal.co.uk

Madeline Isaac-Jamesincluding the new MADDY collection

Madeline Gardner New York

So Sassi

Callista

Also Ebony Rose for Bridesmaids

12 Church StreetLaunceston PL15 8AP

01566 778989

www.lowenbridal.co.uk

Stylish bridal boutique in theheart of historic Launceston.

Stunning collections from

Romantica of Devon

Phil Collins

Tiffany Bridal

Tia by Benjamin Robertsincluding their beautiful‘Gorgeous with Curves’

Prom and Bridesmaids

Shoes, Shrugs, Boleros, Veils

Belts, Jewellery, Tiaras

Hair Accessories and our

Wonderful Wedding Wellies!

Jane LouiseMother of the Bride Outfits

We stock a large range ofstunning designer outfits for

Mother of the Bride

We also have a massive selection of accessories, including shoes, bags and jewellery.

Also, Prom and Evening WearSizes 8-26

5 Pike Street Liskeard PL14 3JE01579 348304

www.gowns2raveabout-liskeard.co.uk


5 Market Street Liskeard Cornwall PL14 3JH

01579 340719www.whiteroom-bridal.com

A luxurious and elegant

bridal boutique with

a unique collection of

exquisite, high quality

bridal gowns.

[email protected]

CONTACT NEILL MABBOTTGet in touch with me with all your news,

views and pictures.

email: [email protected]

Social Media PagesIt’s fun, it’s fast and it’s furious. Join Cornish Brides’ Communications Manager,

Neill Mabbott, for another whirlwind tour of Social Media

Cornish Brides Facebook Page is dedicated to keeping our 5,390 fans up to speedwith the very latest bridal trends and news from the world of weddings. In thismodern world, brides can get inspiration from all corners of the globe at the clickof a mouse and we equally love sharing a new collection, wedding cake designsor reception services with you even it’s not from the south-west or even the UK.As passionate bridal professionals, we love giving you ideas and inspiration fromacross the world, which you can use when planning your own Cornish wedding.That’s the beauty of social media. We regularly receive emails and Facebookmessages from brides and businesses within Cornwall thanking us for sharing awedding bouquet from Barcelona, a hairstyle from Paris or honeymoon locationfrom The Maldives, which has inspired them. And for us, that’s a job done wellbecause it’s all about inspiration!

If you’re not one of the 5,390 fans of our Cornish Brides Facebook Page yet, you’remissing out on some great ideas and inspiration. Like our page now at:facebook.com/cornish.brides

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Pinterest is another Social Media App that allows you access toideas and inspiration on absolutely everything you can think of. The Cornish Brides Pinterest Boards are a great starting point for allthings bridal. We’re adding to them all the time, so visit regularlyfor new ideas to incorporate into your wedding and in themeantime, enjoy this selection of images from our Autumn WeddingInspiration Board. Keep on pinning!

Are you Pinning Yet ?


Twitter Trends 1,769 FollowersHarriet Wilde @HarrietWilde

@cornishbrides #weddings sharing the shoe love x

Penventon Park Hotel @penventonPlease help us to retain our title as @cornishbrides #weddingvenueoftheyear

#cornishbridesawards

Lusty Glaze Beach @LustyGlazeBeachOur wedding team @WeddingsatLusty are thrilled to have been nominated for best venue

@cornishbrides #CBAwards

Laura Whittington @laura_lauralouProactive wedding fair @cornishbrides thanks, rings, entertainment and cake all sorted

#weddingcountdown

Hazel Parsons @HazelAParsonsPlanning your #wedding day? Why not pop along to the Cornish Brides Summer Show

at Kingsley Village

Lowen Bridal @LowenBridalWe’ll be at @cornishbrides show showing one of our fantastic gowns from

@DressesTiffanys

Anoushka G. London @AnoushkaGLondonLovely feature of our Decades of Elegance Bridal Collection in

Cornish Brides Magazine - AGx

Islands’ Partnership @IOSPartnershipAll prepared for the #Scilly photoshoot this afternoon @cornishbrides.

Let’s hope the weather hangs on for us.

Jon Richard @jonrichardjewelDelighted to be featured in the Summer edition of @cornishbrides alongside

#AlanHannah #JonRichard #SimplyDinny

Ann Guise Silk Veils @SilkVeilsHuge amount of info for brides @cornishbrides thank you for featuring me

in your fabulous magazine

The Lost Lanes @thelostlanesWant to make a statement on your wedding day? Check out our Chaos & Order

#bowties as featured in #cornishbrides

Hannah Butterworth @hannahattropic#cornishbrides loving the article on the most fabulous natural skincare out there!

Clogau @clogauOur Key Notes pendant looks fabulous in @cornishbrides Summer Shine feature!

Amanda Beaton @amanda_beatonSo much helpful advice and inspiration within Cornish Brides Mag, a brides essential

County Cream @CountyCreamLove the front cover of your Summer edition

Social Media Pages

If you’re a bride-to-be and you’re getting married in Cornwallanytime soon, then you really need to be following Cornish Brideson Twitter. It’s a guaranteed way to stay informed with what’shappenng on the bridal scene down here in glorious Cornwall, as

well as keeping abreast with all the latest news, gossip and trends from theworld of weddings.

We also love tweeting live from events and we do exactly that from all CornishBrides Shows and the annual Cornish Brides Awards, so even if you can’t makeit to an event, you can follow everything that’s happening - live on the day!

If you haven’t already followed Cornish Brides, do it now, so you don’t missout on anything.


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keeping you up-to-date with all the latest bridal chatter

Did you know that Cornwall is home to a florist who has wonseveral prestigious awards and been crowned second best floristin the UK? Erica Tippett is the owner of Bleujen Florist in Budeand in addition to creating stunning floral displays, she has a realpassion for taking part in competitions such as the RHS ChelseaFlower Show. She is already the proud recipient of a silver guilt,a bronze and two silver medals, has previously finalised for theBritish Florist Association’s Young Florist of the Year award andlast year was awarded second place in the Interflora Florist of theYear competition. But it’s not just Erica who is making a name inthe competition world. Bleujen’s Sophie Watton secured a highlyimpressive sixth place for Great Britain at the internationallyacclaimed annual Eurofleurs competition in Split, Croatia lastyear. By entering competitions, Erica believes it gives herself andher team the freedom to create innovative designs andexperiment with magical ideas that go a long way to making theirbrides’ wedding day wishes come true.

www.bleujenflorist.com

Wedding, portrait and travel photographer, Victoria Walker hasrelocated to St Ives and re-branded her highly regardedphotographic business. Victoria also commissioned web designerAndrew Griffin to design her new website and told Cornish Brides:“At the end of last year, I decided I wanted to re-brand my previousbusiness name ‘ Victoria Studios’ to ‘Victoria Walker Photography’and I wanted my website to have a soft, vintage and feminine touchto it, representing my style and my personality.” In addition toshooting on digital, Victoria also likes to shoot with retro filmcameras, perfect for brides who like the thought of having someoriginal vintage wedding photos to reminisce over.

www.victoriawalkerphotography.co.uk

Couples wishing to spread their wedding joy can now support others less fortunate at the same time with agift that makes a difference. In July 2006 Cornwall Hospice Care established their very own weekly lottery tohelp raise vital funds for their range of patient care services. Always looking for new ways to raise funds,Cornwall Hospice Care recently created their very own £1 ‘wedding favour’ lottery tickets giving weddingguests a chance to win up to £10,000 while supporting their local hospice. Anne Webb was given the job ofsourcing the wedding favours for her daughter Lucy’s special day: “I couldn’t find a better gift for £1,” Annetold us. “Not only did we support our local hospices, but we gave our guests the chance of winning afantastic cash prize. I wanted to support Cornwall Hospice Care as our family has experienced first hand thespecial care the charity gives.”

www.cornwallhospicecare.co.uk

a change of name

award-winning florist

a gift of giving


Two of Cornwall’s coolest creative visionaries have teamed up to offer bridesand bridal parties a unique hen party event to create a personalised piece fortheir wedding outfit. Milliner, Holly Young is one of the county’s most excitingdesigners, running her own studio in Truro, where she makes her awesomecreations for customers and retail. Chalk is a fashion studio, also located inTruro and run by Dawn Hinchcliffe, offering bespoke dressmakingcommissions and a range of unique sewing workshops. Holly and Dawn havebrought their respective talents together to offer a range of wedding themed‘Sew Cool’ classes and millinery workshops inviting bridal parties to comealong for a fun and creative day making their own vintage inspired weddingoutfits and accessories. All party days include lunch and a glass ofChampagne making them the perfect hen party experience.

www.challk.co.uk

sew cool

Neatly tucked away in a peaceful, secluded valley just three milesinland from the north Cornish coast lies Cornwall’s newest weddingvenue, Pengenna Manor. Set in over 300 acres of beautifully lushcountryside ensuring total privacy, couples can celebrate their specialday in the 800 year old Grade II Manor House or one of severallicensed areas. So, whether you're dreaming of a grand country housewedding with carriages, canapés on the lawn and a string quartet; asimple and natural countryside wedding with welly boots and haybales or you have a bohemian vision of a big top marquee, acousticguitars and lanterns strung amongst the trees, this hidden gem could bethe ideal venue to make your wedding day dreams come true.

www.pengennamanor.co.uk

to the manor born

Cornish Brides Awards, Stationer of the Year, English Rose WeddingStationery, has undertaken a brand refit to better reflect theextensive award-winning stationery services they offer. TheWadebridge based business - run by Sarah Buckmaster - haschanged their name to English Rose Stationery and has had a newwebsite created to showcase their fabulous range of products.Visitors to the new site can now browse through 43 handmadecollections with many taking their inspiration from a different cityor part of the world including Antarctica, Barcelona, New York andof course The Duchy.

www.englishrosestationery.com

stationery re-brand

Following the recent announcement from Bob and Kate Amos that they wereto close their chauffeur-driven wedding hire service, Strawberry Leisure, at theend of the current season, Cornish Brides has heard that Scott and Sally Giefrom Hayle have acquired the business. This means that Cornwall’s mostfamous ‘topless celebrities’, Lola and Lily, will remain in the county andcouples can still book these classic VW splitties for their wedding.

www.strawberryleisure.com

the legacy lives on


All engraved with the unique wording and design of your choice

Special Gifts for Special People

Pannier Market, Lemon Quay, Truro TR1 2LL01872 223757

www.glass-engravers-cornwall.co.uk

All engraved with the unique wording and design of your choice

Special Gifts for Special People

Pannier Market, Lemon Quay, Truro TR1 2LL01872 223757

www.glass-engravers-cornwall.co.uk

Our professional team of experienced and qualified florists are here to create the most beautiful flowers for your wedding day. Call in for a friendly chat.

8 Polkyth RoadSt Austell

01726 61111

www.andysflowers.com


Beautiful and inspirational flowers to complement and make your wedding day that extra bit special.

Please call Elaine or Emma01840 212555

www.bruallen.co.uk

Appointments at your home or your chosen wedding venue

can be arranged

Celebrating 10 years of creating the most amazing flowers!


THE WHITE ROOM

Why should brides choose The White Room?Here at the White Room, we offer a unique collection of high quality bridalgowns from some of the country’s leading designers. All our gowns havebeen specifically hand-picked to suit today’s chic and fashion consciousbride and we have specifically designed our boutique to offer a calming andrelaxing environment for brides to come and choose their wedding dress.

What services do you offer brides and their party?We pride ourselves on offering an outstanding one-to-one service for all ourbrides, providing private appointments where they can relax, browse and tryon as many gowns as they wish until they are happy and confident in theirchoice.

What designers and collections do you offer?We stock some of the leading bridal designers and accessories and alwaysensure we have a wide range of designs. We are proud to stock Terry Fox,Elizabeth Stuart, House of Mooshki, Bellanovia, Nicki Flynn and True Bride;offering a selection of stunning gowns to suit every budget.

What are brides really looking for?We all want excellent service and fantastic value and that’s the same forbrides, but ultimately they want their perfect dress.

How informed are brides?Brides are really embracing the internet and reading magazines such asCornish Brides to research bridal designers and gowns, so we are finding themajority of brides already have a good idea of the type of gown that will suittheir body shape and style by the time they come in. At the White Room welisten to our brides’ wishes and provide advice to ensure all our brides findthe gown of their dreams, with a few surprises along the way!

How do budgets vary?A bride’s budget can vary considerably, but we have a selection of gownssuitable for all budgets. We ensure all our brides receive a high qualityservice in order to find their perfect gown without compromising on styleand quality whatever their budget.

What do you love most about your job?We absolutely love what we do and are passionate and dedicated to ensureour brides find their perfect dress and accessories. We are very hands-onwith all of our brides and they become great friends as we share theirincredible journey from their first appointment to the collection of their gownand the excitement of their big day.

What are your top tips for brides?Do as much research as you can. Not all brides realise it can take up to sixmonths for a wedding dress to arrive, so give yourself plenty of time to shop.Only have one or two closest family members or friends when trying ondresses as there can be some clashing ideas, confusing you even more.Don’t forget it’s your dress and never rule out a dress at first glance; wewould always advise you to try it on as it could be ‘the one’.

How do you feel Cornwall compares to the rest of the UK bridal industry? Cornish brides have a vast choice of bridal shops and boutiques stocking anamazing variety of bridal gown designers.

So what makes Cornwall such a special place to get married?I am a tad biased because Cornwall is the most beautiful county in the UKwith amazing venues and locations from amazing beaches to stunning statelyhomes and castles; what more could any bride ask for?

Have publications such as Cornish Brides helped your business?Most definitely. Our boutique has now been open for just over one year andpublications like Cornish Brides have enabled us to advertise and promoteour bridal boutique and bridal gown designers to brides across the south-west.

Do you have any plans for the future you can share with Cornish Brides?Well, we are now in our second year and our plan is to continue providingan outstanding service to all our brides. We are adding new designers to ourcollection including our latest designer, Bellanovia. We feel it is important tomaintain a personalised service and a unique boutique feel and we willalways put our brides first.

There are some fabulous bridal boutiques in Cornwall offering brides-to-be an

abundance of choice. Cornish Brides wentbehind the scenes at The White Room in

Liskeard to find out exactly what makes themtick. Owner Anya Watkins shares her

thoughts with us.

For a wedding that’s as individual as you are

01209 610414

www.rosewarnemanor.co.uk

"Taste of the West" Gold Award Winners

Fantastic FoodUnrivalled Menu Choice

Superb LocationFriendly, Helpful Service

Beautiful Bridal Suite

* Winter Special *Fantastic Wedding Package

50 Guests : £2,995

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Photography: Tick Tock Photos

Hair and Make-up: Bridgette Capel

Dresses and Accessories: The Wedding Company, Bodmin

Model: Lauren Holley

Location: Classic Air Force Museum, St. Mawgan

Whatever the season, whatever the weather, if you’re seeking luxury, style and

tranquillity, you need look no further than Retallack Resort and Spa. Set in 150

acres of beautiful Cornish countryside, yet within minutes of the stunning north

Cornish coast, Retallack offers all that you require from a romantic mini-moon,

to a relaxing break for the two of you or luxury accommodation for your wedding

guests. With a fabulous array of onsite facilities and a range of five star

accommodation, Retallack has it all!

As the saying goes, ‘the best things come in small packages’ and Retallack’s stylish

one-bed apartments are no exception. Designed for romance, these apartments

provide an idyllic couples’ escape, with all the comfort and style of a hotel suite

and modern self-catering conveniences: a large, luxurious bedroom with king

size bed, sophisticated high gloss kitchen with granite work surface, marble

bathroom with separate shower and bath, as well as a terrace where you can

enjoy views of the lake. For the ultimate indulgence, the sumptuous new two

bedroom ‘St Ives’ properties are the epitome of luxury. Combining chic, modern

interiors with cosy homely features, each comes complete with its own private

outdoor cabana area which compromises a hot tub, sauna, chiminea and large

decking area. Whether you want to enjoy the views as your morning coffee

percolates, sip a crisp glass of wine from the grandeur of your hot tub or revive

yourself in the sauna after a busy day exploring the beautiful duchy, the St Ives

properties are the ultimate place to ‘come home’ to.

Larger family groups can be comfortably accommodated in the gorgeous

‘Polzeath’. These large Cornish stone houses are perfect for your wedding guests

and can comfortably cater for groups. The versatile 12 seater downstairs Media

Room is the ultimate lounge, dining and entertaining space, spilling out onto a

private terrace, complete with lake views and hot tub; perfect for sitting and

enjoying a sundowner after a day spent drinking in the fresh Cornish air or

attending a wedding.

And if you would like someone else to do the cooking, then a visit to The Green

Room Restaurant is a must. Offering a blend of traditional and contemporary

cuisine, The Green Room creates mouth-watering food created by Executive Chef

and MasterChef winner, James Nathan. Known as ‘The Surfing Chef’, James,

draws on his love of Cornwall to inspire his exciting and innovative menus.

So if basking in your own private hot tub while sipping Champagne sounds like

your idea of bliss, then Retallack is definitely for you. It really is a little bit of

heaven right here in Cornwall.

www.retallackresort.co.uk


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We love a success story and approaching your company’s 30 year anniversary is a sign of huge success. In 1985, Jenny Taylor washappily pursuing her career as a home economics teacher and lecturer when an unexpected request from a friend led her into the worldof catering and to starting her business, Truffles. The rest, as they say, is history. Over the years, Jenny has seen a huge amount of changein the way couples cater their wedding and her experience and knowledge of wedding catering is vast. Jenny still loves what she doesand her Mylor-based business is thriving, although Jenny says she has lost count of the number of brides she has catered for over theyears. What she does know is that many of those brides are now celebrating their own ‘milestone’ anniversaries whilst young new bridesare just starting out and all are calling on Truffles to cater their celebrations.

www.truffles-catering.co.uk

catering for success

Treat your wedding guests to a real taste of Cornwall with these fabulousCornish Pasty keyrings. Handmade and crimped, your pasties can bepersonalised with individual names or messages and will allow your gueststo take a little bit of Cornwall away with them to remember your special day... just don’t let anyone try to take a bite!

www.cornishkeyrings.com

keeping it cornish

Looking for the perfect wedding gift? How about this lovely 250 piece wooden jigsaw whichcan be made using a favourite photograph and can feature your chosen wedding themedwhimsies; Champagne glasses, cakes, hearts, rings and the year. Also makes a great 5 year'wood' wedding anniversary gift that is completely bespoke and totally unique.

www.jigsaws.co.uk

a puzzling keepsake


new york glamourWe love the stunning jewellery and one-of-a-kind bridal accessoriesby Amy O. This New York company create the most exquisitelyromantic pieces including these amazing bouquets and buttonholes,which are all hand-crafted and made to order in a range of floralstyles, materials and colours.

www.amyojewelry.com

Your wedding ring is probably the most personal piece of jewellery you willever own, so why not carry a little bit of Cornwall with you wherever you go?Cornish born Hannah Louise Lamb has designed this stunning Coast collection -inspired by her childhood spent on Cornish beaches. You can choose anyspecific piece of coastline you would like on your rings - or the entire Cornishcoastline - and Hannah will create completely unique pieces of jewellery justfor you. The rings come in two separate interlocking halves representing theland and the sea and can be made in sterling silver, yellow and white gold withthe option for stones and engraving. So wherever you are in the world, a pieceof Cornwall will always go with you.

www.damsonjewellery.co.uk

coastal love

Twenty-five years ago, Ron Bushell had just completed his ‘apprenticeship’ witharguably one of the best photogaphers in London and was about to strike out on hisown. Having worked with film and in darkrooms, Ron appreciated the importanceof every image and even in today’s digital age, he still ensures that the technicaldetails are considered when capturing a moment in time. A licentiate member ofthe Master Photographer’s Association and the National Photographic Society aswell as being a qualified member of the Society of Wedding and PortraitPhotographers, Ron has maintained a classic style in his work, but now with acontemporary feel, embracing new digital technology which has allowed him tohone his skills and develop his professional capabilities to produce exquisitelyromantic images. Such are Ron’s technical skills that he has been able to removechicken pox scarring from a bride’s face and braces from a bridesmaid, too self-conscious to smile. A coach, annoyingly parked in the line of vision of the weddingparty, has miraculously disappeared and other non-bridal related objects that haveno place in a wedding photo are skillfully eliminated without the bride or groomeven realising they were there! Working as a full-time photographer allows Ron tohave complete control over everything he does and gives his clients peace of mindthat the job will be done to the highest standards.

www.ronbushellphotography.co.uk

flash bang wallop!


PAPERChaseWe’ve all heard of the ancient Japanese art oforigami - or paper folding - but have you everthought of actually walking up the aisle with anorigami bouquet?

Sounds strange and even unlikely until you seeone of these stunning origami flower bouquetsmade by Sam, the origami florist.

Each beautiful bouquet is hand-made andtailored to your exact requirements, making it aone-off design that is truly unique and will lastforever. Flowers are folded using the standardorigami sized paper, so each individual flower isapprox 1-2”, although larger flowers can bemade. Flowers are then attached to a wire stemand brought together into the bouquet of yourchoice. A range of wrappings are availableincluding coloured tissue paper, a raffia, twine orribbon tie, cellophane wrap or a premium wrapwhich includes ribbons, rattan, midelina sticks,diamanté and decorative pins to reallypersonalise your bouquet or match it to yourchosen wedding theme.

www.sesames.co.uk


We also love these gorgeous paper flowers whichmake perfect decorations for a wedding. Made fromstrong impregnated paper, they are easy to fold andstore so you can re-use them.

www.hunkydoryhome.co.uk


A ScillyRomanceLess than 30 miles off the far western tip of Cornwall lies a

cluster of five small, but perfectly formed, islands. Surrounded

by crystal clear waters and enjoying the mildest climate in the

UK, this archipelago is a tranquil, unique and beautiful haven.

Welcome to the Isles of Scilly.

Arriving here for the first time is a strange, but amazing

experience. It looks like Cornwall, it feels like Cornwall and yet

it is different and somehow quite special. If you choose to fly in,

you will be treated to the most amazing view of the islands as

your plane completes its 15 minute journey from Land’s End.

The islands are closer together than you perhaps imagined - at

certain times of the year, you can walk on the seabed between

them without getting your feet wet - they are tiny and they are

stunning.

Just over 2,000 people call these islands home with the majority

- almost 1,800 - living on the largest of the five inhabited islands,

St. Mary’s. It is no surprise, therefore, to discover just how

uncrowded and peaceful this place is. On St. Martin’s, St.

Agnes, Tresco and Bryher, cars are a rarity and life moves at a

slow and sedate pace and it takes no time at all to fall in line as

you feel the stresses of everyday life slowing easing further away.

But don’t be fooled. This is not a place that time has forgot,

although it may take a little longer to catch up than on the

mainland. And yet, that is what makes these islands so

charming. They may not yet have superfast internet access and

in many places, your mobile ‘phone is next to useless, but you

can still dine in style at the most modern and cosmopolitan

restaurants, drink frothy cappuccino’s at chic little cafés and

enjoy a bottle of wine at a trendy beachside bar as you watch a

beautiful sunset at the end of long and tiring day doing next to

nothing. How wonderful is that?

Yes, life on Scilly is simple, relaxed and fun. The sea sparkles,

the skies are blue and clear, the air is fresh and clean and the

colours are vibrant. But the best thing about Scilly is the sense

of freedom and space you feel as your wander along a white

sandy beach or meander over the cliff paths or island hop on

one of the many boats that bustle back and forth between these

little clusters of land. There is no rush, no pressure, no stress. If

you thought Cornwall was laid-back and unhurried, then be

prepared to take relaxation to a whole new level.

These islands are intoxicating and it is virtually impossible to not

fall immediately and totally in love with them. Your first taste of

the Isles of Scilly will herald the start of a romance that really

will last forever.

Just down the hill towards the harbour, you will come across Tregarthen’s Hotel,

which can offer a completely different wedding experience. Overlooking the

sparkling sea, Tregarthen’s is perched right on the water’s edge with stunning

views across to Tresco and Bryher and the uninhabited island of Sampson. A

more modern and contemporary hotel, Tregarthen’s can cater for everything

from an intimate ceremony to an extravagant celebration in a great

choice of spaces, including the Ocean View Conservatory, the Lounge

Bar, the Sea View Restaurant or the canopied Garden Terrace. The

hotel can offer a good choice of quality accommodation for your

guests and like most things on the Isles of Scilly, the approach

here is friendly and flexible and the staff are happy to work

with you to create the wedding of your dreams.

Situated just above Portloo Beach on the other side of the

sweeping bay, Juliet’s Garden started life as a small tea garden

café. Thirty-one years later, it is a popular and successful restaurant

with breathtaking views, superb food and an excellent reputation. The

restaurant is housed in a converted barn loft with high ceilings, wooden beams and

Also on St. Mary’s, you have a choice of three licensed venues.

The Star Castle Hotel - a rather splendid Elizabethan fortress built

in 1593 as part of the islands’ defences - commands a dramatic

position on the fortified Garrison Hill to the west of Hugh Town.

Now a family-run hotel boasting 38 bedrooms, two restaurants

and an indoor swimming pool - all set within 4 acres of secluded

gardens - the Star Castle offers a choice of three licensed spaces

for your wedding. The Grade I listed Castle Dining Room with its

original Elizabethan fireplace, the spacious Conservatory with

sweeping views and trailing grapevine or the Castle

Lounge, which is ideal for small ceremonies. For a

wedding with a real sense of history and

grandeur, this unique venue offers the

perfect combination of modern,

elegant service and

magical fairytale

romance.

Saying ‘I Do’So, you’ve decided that you really would like to get married on the Isles of Scilly - good

choice! But where will you say those all important words ... ‘I Do’. Well, the Isles of Scilly

Register Office is situated right on Porthcressa Beach in Hugh Town, St. Mary’s and provides

for the simplest of ceremonies with just enough room for the bride and groom and two

witnesses - intimate, eh? For a slighty larger gathering, the new Beachside Room - attached

to the Register Office - can accommodate up to 14 people, including the happy couple.

This lovely light room with its south facing glass façade offers uninterrupted sea views and

opens up right onto the beach. Just a short walk into town, you will find the Old Wesleyan

Chapel - an approved venue owned and operated by the Council of the Isles of Scilly. This

listed building dates back to 1825 and has been tastefully decorated to provide a perfect

venue for a larger, more formal ceremony with up to 75 guests.

The stunning setting of the Star Castle Hotel (above). The contemporary sea view restaurant at Tregarthen’s Hotel (left).

panoramic views and the relatively new Balcony Room is a charming space

for weddings for up to 20 people. Outside, a spacious terrace provides

tiered seating which is perfect for wedding drinks and canapés and again,

the views are just stunning. Friendly staff will help you meticulously plan

every aspect of your wedding right down to the last detail and like their

counterparts at the Star Castle and Tregarthen’s Hotel, you get the

impression that nothing is too much trouble.

For religious ceremonies, there are Church of England churches on each

of the main islands, as well as Methodist churches on both St. Mary’s and

St. Martin’s and Our Lady of the Sea Roman Catholic Church on St. Mary’s.

Magical Memories

A trip to the Isles of Scilly should be at the very top of everyone’s ‘to do’ list and if you’ve never

been, you really should start planning a trip soon. The adventure begins from the moment you

arrive - either by plane or passenger ship - onto St. Mary’s, the largest of the five inhabited

islands and yet covering an area of just 2.5 square miles. Hugh Town serves as the central hub

for residents and visitors with its bustling harbour, winding streets, beaches and a cluster of

shops, pubs and restaurants. The best way to experience Scilly is by island-hopping, which is

so easy to do and an absolutely joy. At the harbour, you will find the ‘tripper boats’ - a small

fleet of around a dozen boats operating under the banner of St. Mary’s Boatmen’s Association,

ready to set sail for Tresco, Bryher, St. Martin’s and St. Agnes - and the beauty is you don’t even

have to book. SMBA tickets can be used on any service and if one boat is full, another will be

brought out to ferry you to your chosen destination. Each island is completely different and

quite unique and you really should take the time to visit them all during your stay; you might

even choose to stay on one of the other islands as all offer exellent accommodation choices.

Your first glimpse of St. Martin’s will be a stretch of dazzling white sandy beach lapped by

turqoise seas and it just gets better and better as you explore this tiny land. Spectacular

flowers, rare birds and stunning views will amaze you at every turn and you’ll find everything

you need for a relaxing day or stay. St. Agnes is ruggedly beautiful and along with

neighbouring Gugh, which is separated by a sandbar only at high tide, this is Britain’s most

south-westerley community with some of the most dramatic views anywhere in the UK. Tresco

is perhaps the most cosmopolitan of the islands, yet still amazingly beautiful and completely

tranquil. The island is dominated by the sub-tropical Tresco Abbey Gardens, established by

Augustus Smith in the 19th century and now home to an exquisite and rare collection of exotic

plants gathered from every corner of the globe. Elsewhere on Tresco you’ll find Bronze Age

burial sites and the ruins of ancient castles, as well as glorious beaches and views to die for.

For the sophisticated traveller, Tresco is a dream with a range of stylish accommodation, chic

restaurants, bohemian bars, an amazing deli and an award-winning spa. Bryher is just a

stone’s throw from Tresco and is a tiny island of dramatic contrast with a unique charm that

will leave you breathless. The community spirit here is strong and you will feel completely at

home on this most delightful island where crystal clear waters lap gently at white sandy

beaches. A few days island hopping around the Isles of Scilly will ensure that this is a place

you will want to return to again and again and if you do want to get married here, you will be

sure to create the most magical memories that you will cherish forever.

The canopied Terrace Garden at Tregarthen’s Hotel (above). Juliet’s Garden Restaurant with tiered terrace and stunning views (below and left).

Getting married on the Isles of Scilly is a truly magical experience and

although it will take a lot of thought and a quite a bit of planning, it is

completely ‘do-able’. You should definitely organise a trip to the islands

before you commit to anything and arrange to view some different

venues. You will find the people incredibly friendly and helpful, so use

their expertise and local knowledge. A lot of brides-to-be seem to think

the islands are far away, but that is simply not true. They lie just 28

miles west of Land’s End; that’s about the same distance as between

Truro and Penzance and they are so easy to get to. Brides also seem to

think that they would have to take a photographer with them, as well as

hair and make-up stylists and even their cake and flowers. Wrong again.

There are a number of excellent photographers based on the islands, as

well as fabulous hair salons, beauty stylists and cake makers. The

islands are renowned for their fabulous flowers, so finding a florist to

create a stunning bouquet is easy and you will also find wedding

planners, caterers, jewellers, entertainers and transport for your

wedding. All you will need to bring is yourselves, your guests and your

dress. Everything else can be arranged for you on the islands and will

be waiting for you on arrival. So, if you’ve always dreamed of a

destination wedding on a stunning island location, then the Isles of

Scilly are the perfect choice and the best thing is, you don’t have to

travel half-way round the world to get there!


With thanks to Visit Isles of ScillyTo discover more about weddings, honeymoons and holidays on Scilly, go to:

www.visitislesofscilly.com

Council of the Isles of Scilly Register Officewww.scilly.gov.uk/ceremonies-registration

Star Castle Hotelwww.star-castle.co.uk

Tregarthen’s Hotelwww.tregarthens-hotel.co.uk

Juliet’s Garden Restaurant & Barwww.julietsgardenrestaurant.co.uk

Tresco Islandwww.tresco.co.uk

Ruin Beach Caféwww.tresco.co.uk/eating-on-tresco/ruin-cafe

Fay Page Jewellerywww.faypage.co.uk

Trenoweth Flowers01720 422683

Blonde Hair & Beautywww.penleespa.co.uk

St Mary’s Boatmen’s Associationwww.scillyboating.co.uk

Canon Paul Miller : 01720 423911

Travel by air or sea to the islands with Isles of Scilly Travel. There are Skybusflights from Land’s End, Newquay and Exeter airports six days a week, Monday

to Saturday. The Scillonian III passenger ship sails from Penzance six days aweek from March to November and there are Sunday sailings in high season.

www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk

Photography : Chris Hallwww.chrishallphotography.co.uk

Additional photography courtesy of Tresco Island and Cornish Brides

Model : Jo Legg

Dresses: Bliss Bridal Gowns of Perranporthwww.bliss-bridal-gowns.co.uk


www.escentialblooms.co.uk

For flowers that make a difference ... call Kirsty on01579 348905 or 07859 061666


When we were asked to visit the Isles of Scilly to show what a completely

beautiful and stunning location it is for a wedding, we were thrilled to bits.

To then find out that an actual wedding was taking place during our stay was

a bonus. But to then be invited by the bride and groom to be present during

their celebrations was an honour and a privilege. Sam Gill and Miranda

Nugent from Winchester, chose the picturesque St. Nicholas Church on Tresco

for their wedding on June 26, so we took the midday tripper boat from St.

Mary’s to allow plenty of time to see the happy couple arrive at the church for

the 2pm ceremony. Cars are something of a raritiy on Tresco, so we managed

to hitch a lift on a trailer being pulled along by a tractor and the driver very

kindly deposited us right at the church gates!

What followed was a stunning celebration that this delightful couple shared

with an intimate group of close family and dear friends, who had made the

trip over to the islands in order to be part of their very special and memorable

day. This was a stylish, fun and wonderful day that was completely personal

and unique to Sam and Miranda. And to make the day utterly perfect, the sun

shone down from azure blue skies.

Congratulations, Mr and Mrs Gill and thank you for allowing Cornish Brides

to be part of your wedding day. We wish you a long and happy life together,

filled with love and laughter.

Photography by Pippa Heath : www.pippaheath.com

Sam and Miranda’s Scilly Wedding!

Couples planning their big day can save up to 75% off the average cost of awedding by following some simple DIY steps, according to Laura Strutt, authorof the DIY Wedding Manual. That’s what Laura saved on her own weddingand she is now sharing her practical advice and tips with a new easy-to-follow,step-by-step guide that could leave you quids in!

This year, the average cost of a wedding is expected to drop by more than 7%to £17,853, suggesting that more couples are abandoning the big-budget blow-out in favour of a more personal and less costly celebration. With this in mind,Laura has harnessed her personal, home-spun approach to help couples createa completely unique day, armed with little more than £5,000, some inspirationand a few crafty supplies.

The DIY Wedding Manual is full of creative suggestions, money-saving tips andinspirational ideas, including how to make your own full-length veil, DIY toptable and centrepiece decorations and completely unique, home-madewedding stationery. As Laura says: “It’s easy to get carried away trying tocreate the perfect day and whilst bespoke weddings are still top of the agendafor some couples, they can come in at an eye-watering cost. Even if hand-made bunting isn’t for you, becoming savvy at each stage of the process willhelp your budget stretch further.”

Laura’s aim is to guide couples through each stage of the wedding planningprocess in a simple, comprehensive and fun way that even the most noviceDIYers will be able to follow.

www.haynes.co.uk

WEDDINGbook club

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. You’ve set thedate, you’ve booked the venue and you’ve pretty much planned every lastdetail, but you still can’t find ‘the one’ - no, not your husband-to-be. Thedress!

Why spend months trawling boutiques, flustered and panicky, when youcould design your very own perfect, made-to-measure dress? The WeddingDress contains patterns for 3 gorgeous gowns; a lace bolero and a selectionof veils, so if you’re planning a hand-made wedding, this book contains allyou need for a perfect day. Professional dressmaker, Becky Drinan, willguide you through the entire process and give advice on dresses for everybody shape.

The Wedding Dress also provides all the information needed onequipment, fabrics, sewing techniques and how to work from and alterpatterns. You can either follow the step-by-step instructions to the letter inorder to create your perfect dress or make changes to the bodice, skirt orsleeves using the techniques explained to personalise the gown and make itunique to you. Whichever you choose, with The Wedding Dress you willbe in control and soon to be the proud maker and owner of your very owndream wedding dress!

www.thegmcgroup.com


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The Empty Box Company of Tavistock, who specialise inbeautiful boxes for preserving a wedding dress after the bigday, have created a special collection of gifts that you cangive to your wedding party in a ‘With Love’ Gift Box; gifts forthe groom and best man, the bridesmaids, flower girls, pageboys, ushers and for the bride herself. Each box isexquisitely handmade and filled with gorgeous items such asa pearl bracelet, handmade English soap, vintage stylewedding party badges and socks for the groom.Alternatively, ‘Reception Table Boxes’ can be placed on eachtable at your reception and contain everything your guestsmight need to get the celebration underway: sparklers, partypoppers, name tags, confetti, bubbles and a camera tocapture all those special moments for you.

www.emptybox.co.uk

all boxed up

We absolutely adore these gorgeousgold bee and humingbird necklacesfrom Lily Charmed which would bea beautiful adornment for yourwedding day. There is so much tochose from in these collections thatyou really will be spoilt for choice.

www.lilycharmed.com

at one with nature

Rosewarne Manor - 2014 winners of the Cornish Brides ‘BridalExcellence Award’ - have launched a special winter weddingpackage that is ideal for couples looking to get extra value.Noted for their food choice, quality and service, the Rosewarneteam have put together a 50 guest package for an unbelievable£2,995. No hidden extras and an amazing choice of weddingdishes to choose from.

www.rosewarnemanor.co.uk

winter weddings


Looking for an original catering idea for your wedding? Well, look no further than Big Pan Parties, a local company witha big heart, serving big food in big pans! Their speciality is a range of delicious paellas, but they can cook anything thatcan be cooked in a big pan, including curries, pasta, jambalaya, cassoulet, fried rice and noodles. They can cater for afew or a lot and can also supply drinks, starters, salads and puds! And the added beauty is that the Big Pan team bringeverything to you, cook it, serve it, clear up afterwards and take it all away again.

www.bigpanparties.co.uk

the bigger, the better!

from little acorns ...

Turn your hen do pink for Breast Cancer Care. This October during Breast CancerAwareness Month, Breast Cancer Care is calling on every bride-to-be across the UK toraise funds by dressing up in pink for a hen do to remember. It could be as simple aseveryone sporting a coat of bright pink nail varnish, a feather boa or pink wig or youcould throw caution to the wind and go top-to-toe pink; the choice is yours as long asit’s pink! Almost 13% of women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point intheir lives, so there has never been a more important need for Breast Cancer Care’sservices. To find out how you can help by keeping it pink, check out the BCC website.

www.breastcancercare.org.uk/pinkfridays

in the pink

When Fred and Tina Hinchliffe started their bespoke hair accessories businesses, it was from a unused barn on their Cornishfarm. Little did they know that within a very short space of time, they would be relocating the business to prestigiouspremises in Bodmin or that they would expand into a complete wedding hire service. Their large shop and showroom is anAladdin’s Cave of all things gorgeous with sumptuous table displays and a range of stunning items to hire includingtableware, centre-pieces, candelabra, cake stands, post boxes, sweet trollies, topiaries, blossom trees, glassware, chaircovers and so much more. Tina still designs and creates her beautiful range of hair accessories and jewellery, but thisbusiness really is now a ‘one-stop wedding shop’ that you need to visit.

www.uniquedeisgnsbytina.com


Bodmin JailFor a wedding with a unique twist!

La Scala Function SuiteThe stunningly restored former prison chapel

Complete privacy is ensured in this beautiful setting; restored for special occasions, complete with its own bar,

brasserie-style kitchen and all modern facilities.

This bespoke venue can accommodate 140 for a traditionally themed sit-down wedding and reception

and up to 250 for more informal gatherings.

Set wedding packages with tailored features are available depending on budgets and tastes - please come in and discuss

your requirements with our wedding co-ordinator.

With our Civil Ceremony Licence, why not choose from one of ourseven onsite locations to make those special commitments?

We look forward to planning your special day with us!

Tel: 01208 76292 www.bodminjail.org


Real People ...

Real Weddings ...

Real Memories ...

Nige and Loraine Hoar : 01726 842979 07921 626934

www.ticktockphotos.co.uk

@ticktockphotos.co.uk

HappinessFIVE STEPS TO

Cornish Brides ‘best friend’, Carley Wetting,takes you on a journey to find happiness!

As anyone who has ever read one of my columns will know, I do considermyself to be something of an authority on marriage. Not through experience,you understand for I am a confirmed spinster (is it just me who thinks that isthe most awful word in the English language?) No, my experience is drawnfrom observation - I am a serial observer of people, plus everyone else I knowis married or getting married, so I have spent an awful lot of time listening toother people plan their wedding, talk about their wedding and ultimately, Ihave gone to their wedding, so I feel I know as much about it as they do!

Sorry, but I am just going to digress slightly and go back to that word.Unmarried men are referred to as bachelors, which conjures up a picture of ayoung, sexy and virile man who works hard and plays hard and has the worldat his feet. Unmarried women are called spinsters, which seems to suggest asomewhat old, sad and lonely person - someone who life has, perhaps, passedby. So unfair!

Anyway, back to my story. As I say, I have spent many a long evening listeningto my numerous friends talking about their impending nuptials. I have traipsedaround endless bridal boutiques while my girlfriends try on upteen versions ofthe same dress. I have endured sympathetic looks from bridal boutiqueowners who clearly feel I am destined to always ‘be the bridesmaid’ and I havesunk many a bottle of wine while consoling my friends after they have had afalling out with their boyfriend/fiancé all the while knowing full well that whileI will be nursing the mother of all headaches in the morning, they will be onthe ‘phone to their loved one making up and promising never to argue again!

That is another of life’s conundrums that always leave me baffled. Couplesnever seem to just have a row; they split up. If I had a pound for every time

someone has said to me: ‘did you know they’ve split up?’ I would be a veryrich woman by now. My stock answer is: ‘Oh no, really?’ but what I trulywant to say is: ‘Oh don’t be so ridiculous, they’ve just had a row. Bytomorrow, they won’t even remember what it was about and they’ll beback to their usual starry-eyed selves’. Because you see, it is human natureto argue; we all do it and for the most part, we can’t help ourselves. Someof us don’t even know we’re doing it - or so I’ve been told!

But I’m jumping ahead of myself here. My first step to happiness is thatyou actually have to meet someone. Now this can happen at any time inany place and often it happens when you least expect it. Sometimes it canbe a chance encounter or it can be a fleeting moment that leaves youbreathless. On the other hand, it can happen without you even realisingand it can take quite a while for the penny to drop. But once it hashappened and you’ve both acknowledged it, then you can safely say thatyou have achieved the first step to happiness.

The second step comes when you start dating the person you’ve met. Doesanyone actually say ‘dating’ any more? It seems quite an out-of-dateexpression, but apart from ‘going out with’ I can’t really think of any otheralternatives, so I’ll stick with dating. Now dating is not to be confused inany way, shape or form with romance. Passion, yes - I will give youpassion, but in my experience (yes, I have had some experience of dating)romance comes along quite a bit later. A date does not necessarily have tobe a romantic candlelit dinner. It can be a takeaway and a couple of beersback at your place or, as seems quite popular these days, a date can be anouting you have with a group of people, not just the person you met in Step1 above. But whatever guise it takes, dating is definitely the second step tohappiness.


So this brings us nicely onto Step 3, which is arguing. Now Iconcede this might seem to be a rather strange step in the journeyto happiness, but it is a necessary one, so bear with me. As we’vealready established, we all argue; there is no getting away with it,so you might as well get used to it. If you are ever going to findtrue happiness, then you have to know how to argue and when toargue. More importantly, you have to know how to deal with anargument, how to stop an argument and how to not let anargument get out of hand.

In order to achieve this, you need to understand that men andwomen are completely different; think: ‘Men are from Mars;Women are from Venus’. John Gray hit the nail on the head withhis now legendary and ultimately definitive relationship guide(recommended reading for any bride-to-be). You really can’t aska man for his honest opinion and then take the ‘ump when hegives it to you. Likewise, there is absolutely no point whatsoeverin asking a man to do more than one thing at a time. It’s a well-known fact that men are simply incapable of multi-tasking andtrying to do two things simultaneously will result in neither taskbeing achieved to your satisfaction or at all.

The best advice I can give you is to accept that arguments willhappen, but don’t over-dramatise them. Accept them for whatthey are and realise that after the shouting and sulking (yes,women shout, men sulk) he will still love you and your little spatwill not have made a jot of difference to the world at large, so justget over it and move on. Third step accomplished!

So, despite the arguments - or maybe because of them (afterall,making up is always such fun) you should now be making yourway steadily and surely towards the fourth step of your journey;the engagement. Now there are no hard and fast rules as to whenexactly in a relationship this will happen. Some couples plodalong for years with no sign of an imminent betrothal. Others aresporting a ring within weeks or months of meeting. The nationalaverage timespan between Step 1 and Step 4 is 2.3 years, butthere’s nothing to say that you can’t buck that trend.

Now I’ve never been engaged, so I can’t say for certain whetherthere is a defining lightbulb moment in a relationship when youboth instinctively know that you want to spend the rest of yourlives together. I rather suspect there isn’t and without wishing toput too much of a dampener on it, I think it just sort of happens.There is no fanfare, no fireworks - you are just sitting there oneevening watching another repeat on TV and before the finalcredits roll, you have decided to get engaged. Fourth stepcomplete.

An engagement is seen as a couple’s announcement to the world (well, to their family andfriends) that they are in love and intend to spend the rest of their lives together, with amarriage following shortly. However, I have been reading some rather interesting statisticsthat seem to suggest that a surprisingly high number of couples don’t actually view anengagement in quite this way. Almost one-third of couples get engaged because of thestatus it brings and, no doubt, the gifts that will be bestowed on them! A disturbingly highnumber of women want to get engaged just so they can sport a ring on the third finger oftheir left hand which they can show off at every opportunity, clearly believing that thisenhances their standing in society. Now I know that is not what you think, so we shallmove quickly on.

Your engagement is the time that you plan your wedding and again, there is no limit onthe time you are engaged, although my trusted reseach tells me that most couples areengaged for between 1.6 and 2.4 years, which seems fairly reasonable. So you are nowsafely on the final leg of your journey and your wedding preparations are progressingnicely. The arguments still come, although hopefully these are now few and far betweenand the romance that we touched on earlier has also now come firmly into play. Youreally do get a tingle in the pit of your stomach every time he comes through the door orwhenever he calls you at work and although neither of you might admit it, there isnothing you like better than cosying up together on the couch with a bottle of wine and ashared bowl of popcorn, watching a re-run of a favourite movie. That’s romance. Thepassion will come and go and that’s fine, just as long as the romance is always there.

So we have now arrived at our destination - the fifth and final step on the road tohappiness. Your wedding day. But it isn’t just the day itself that completes your journey.Your wedding day is the first day of the rest of your life together and that is when youachieve happiness. Each day, your happiness will grow; you don’t have to think about it,you can’t plan it and you won’t have to work at it. As you grow together, so too will yourhappiness. Your fifth step - job done!

St Mawes Retreats offers five luxurious self-catering houses within Cornwallperfect for couples, extended families and family groups. Shellseekers is afabulous two bedroom modern house with views to the water, ideallysituated with private parking in the centre of the picturesque village andtranquil harbour of St Mawes on the Roseland Peninsula. Shellseekers is theperfect house for honeymooning couples who enjoy luxurious, modern,high quality surroundings. It isn’t just the uber luxurious and contemporarydesign and decor that makes a honeymoon at Shellseekers special, it’s theadded luxuries you would normally only expect when you stay in aboutique hotel. On arrival honeymooners receive a bottle of Champagneto celebrate their special occasion and they can enjoy freshly preparedmeals which can be pre-ordered by a private chef and delivered each dayto enjoy on the balcony dining area. If couples enjoy the diningexperience but can’t bring themselves to leave the luxury and comfort ofShellseekers, then a personal chef can come and cook a celebrationluncheon, dinner or barbecue in the relaxed surroundings of the house.Couples can even enjoy in-house spa treatments which include beauty andbody treatments for both men and women in the privacy of the house.With a dedicated concierge service St Mawes Retreats go that extra mile tohelp ensure honeymooners enjoy a magical and memorable stay. There iseven the option of your own private powerboat!

www.stmawesretreats.co.uk

Sitting in the sheltered and sunny spot of Devon’s Babbacombe Bay, TheCary Arms is a charming boutique-style inn located on the beach. Eightsea-facing luxurious guest rooms offer sweeping views from their terracedbalconies of the majestic rugged bay ensuring guests enjoy the pleasures ofa delightful seaside escape. A further four converted chic andcontemporary fishermen’s cottages are available, each boasting fabuloussea views. Newly-weds can recharge their batteries within the hotel’s sparoom by enjoying a selection of aromatic and holistic treatments fromParisian spa and skincare brand Yon-Ka. Feeling suitably relaxed, dine onsuperb Devon beef, Lyme Bay lobster and line caught seafood on the sun-kissed terrace or the prized Captain’s Table. Couples looking for a totallyunique outdoor seaside experience will love The Cary Arms. ‘Floating’ onthe landscaped terrace, meters above the lapping water and beach belowand with its far-reaching coastal views across Lyme Bay, a glass sphere‘Pod’ provides couples with a honeymoon scene never to be forgotten.With plenty of coastal character and echoes of New England, internationaldesigner Kathleen Fraser has captured the flavour of effortless seaside livingmaking The Cary - a hugely popular wedding and honeymoon destination.

www.caryarms.co.uk

We all know that weddings don’t come cheap and it may well be that you simply don’t have enough in the budget to round things

off with an exotic honeymoon to some far-flung corner of the globe. But don’t despair because you already live in one of the most

stunningly beautiful places on the planet and with a little bit of planning and a smattering of imagination, you can turn a south-

west honeymoon into something wonderfully romantic and unique. Caressed by the warm waters of the gulf stream, giving rise

to towering palms and colourful cacti, a honeymoon in Devon, Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly will certainly feel as though you’ve

ventured further afield. Add in our vast creamy beaches, clear blue seas and stunning coastal scenery and you could be anywhere

in the world. A south-west honeymoon will certainly keep the cost down, avoid the hassle of flying and allow you to explore parts

of the country that you have just never got around to seeing. There’s plenty of luxury and romance right here on your doorstep

and Cornish Brides have cherry-picked some stunning home-honeymoon hot-spots, so toss that long-haul brochure in the bin

and start planning your very own

South West Honeymoon!


Arhan's House in St. Agnes is a honeymoon paradise perfect for those who love the beach and idyllic village life. Constructed by award-winningarchitect Simon Condor, Arhans House has a stunning wrap-around decking to make the most of the fabulous views over the valley and seatowards Trevaunance Cove. Full height windows frame the fabulous view down to the sea and natural light washes over the whole space with ablend of contemporary artwork along with beautiful design makes this living and dining area cosy and inviting. The special ‘wow factor’ to thishouse is just a short stroll across the deck and down the steps where you will discover an entertainment pod complete with wine cooler, largefridge and plenty of space in the mini-kitchen for whisking up drinks and preparing snacks. There is a huge TV with blu-ray DVD player and aselection of movies, a woodburner and a massive comfy sofa - perfect for a couple to cosy up on at the end of the day. You can even organise aprivate chef to prepare a special meal for a romantic honeymoon dinner or to take you on a foraging trip for the very best beach BBQ.

www.boutique-retreats.co.uk

Hidden among the trees overlooking the tranquil Salcombe estuaryin South Devon, Harbour Watch is one of the region’s ultimatevacation destinations. Featured among The Sunday Times Top 50Holiday Homes, Harbour Watch offers a superb position to enjoy apeaceful honeymoon. With stunning contemporary design, theproperty boasts luxury open-plan living and beautiful decking,perfect for al fresco dining while you enjoy exquisite, panoramicestuary views towards the rolling Devon hills and across theshimmering waters. Stroll through secret garden paths that leadthrough the undergrowth and down steps to enjoy the property’sstunning private beach where crystal clear sea waters lap at theshore and offer the perfect escape from wedding madness. Thenearby south west coastal path offers serene walks along the water’sedge and a passenger ferry only a short walk away connects youwith the bustling harbour town of Salcombe with its excellentrestaurants and interesting shops.

www.toadhallcottages.co.uk

For those couples who dream of escaping to a private opulent,decadent and sexy getaway, St. Ives has a secret to share. BlackMoon is a stunningly chic one-bedroomed apartment overlookingSt. Ives Bay designed specifically for couples, making it ahoneymoon must! Watch the sun set or rise in the ornately carvedking-sized bed, which has the atlantic ocean as its backdrop. Theopen plan kitchen and living room features large floor to ceilingglass doors that open out onto stunning views over St. Ives baytowards Gwithian lighthouse with the ocean so close it can crashagainst the house at high tide. Black Moon hides a final surprisefor newly-weds with its very own private cave/love snug areafurnished with plenty of sheepskin allowing couples to snuggle upunderground while the sea crashes around them outside.

www.boutique-retreats.co.uk / www.beachspoke.com

Falmouth Hotel

Castle Beach, Falmouth01326 312671

www.falmouthhotel.com

As one of Cornwall’soldest and grandesthotels, there reallyis no better place to

hold your civilceremony and

reception.

Our beautifullandscaped gardens

are fabulous forphotographs and our

views acrossFalmouth Bay are

simply unbeatable!

Combine this withour excellent food

and first classservice and you have the perfect venue for

your wedding.

Fowey Hall

Cornwall is one of the most magical placesto be married and Fowey Hall is a truly

beautiful venue in a superb location withglorious views. Whether you’re looking

for an intimate celebration for closefriends and family or an exclusive settingto host a house party, Fowey Hall is the

perfect place for your special day.

Tel: 01726 833866www.foweyhallhotel.co.uk

Hotel, Restaurant & SpaEdgcumbe Arms

An outstanding 15th century pub with views

across the River Tamar. Also known as ‘The

Inn in the Park and the ‘Ancient Gateway to

Cornwall’, we are located within the Estate of

Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, set amongst

800 acres of coastal walks and beautiful

unspoilt countryside.

Cremyll, Torpoint, Cornwall

01752 822294

www.edgcumbearms.co.uk

A cool and contemporary family-run hotel

offering panoramic views, a south-facing

terrace, excellent service and a laid-back

vibe with super sleek style and service.

Catering for up to 200 guests

Atlantic Hotel

A stunning location with glorious views. Our

superb service, excellent food and attention

to detail will ensure that your wedding day

is a day you will remember all your life and

for all the right reasons. Come and see for

yourself what we have to offer - you won’t

be disappointed because we know how to

turn dreams into realities.

Dane Road • NewquayTel: 01637 872244

www.atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk

Carn Marth

Headland Road • Fistral BeachNewquay

Tel: 01637 872519www.carnmarth.com

civil venuelistings

So, you know you’re definitely getting married, buthave you decided where you want to say ‘I Do’ yet?

If you have your heart set on a civil venue - asopposed to a church or register office - then Cornwallhas a number of amazing licensed venues for yourcivil wedding or partnership. There is an ever-growing list of hotels, castles, manor houses andstately homes which are now licensed to performcivil ceremonies. Many have stunning views acrosslush countryside or dramatic seascape vistasproviding the perfect romantic backdrop for your bigday and all are more than capable of helping youarrange the wedding of your dreams.

A completely unique venue offering a choiceof four licensed locations including the RumStore which is licensed for up to 400 guestsand has one of the longest aisles in Cornwall

(almost 80m). For smaller weddings, ourUnderground Lake, Enchanted Dell and Vine

Conservatory are ideal.Weddings haven’t gone out of style,

they’ve just gone underground!

Carnglaze Caverns

St. Neot, LiskeardTel: 01579 320251

www.carnglaze.com

Carlyon Bay Hotel

Perched high on the cliffs overlooking

picturesque St Austell Bay,

the Carlyon Bay Hotel is a truly idyllic

place to celebrate your special day.

And with over 25 years experience, we are

experts at making your dreams come true.

Carlyon Bay, St.Austell01726 812304

www.brend-hotels.co.uk

With our unique setting, offering uninterruptedviews across the golden sands of Carbis Bay,

combined with many years of cateringexperience and the highest standards of

service, you have the ideal location to makethis special day a success.

Whatever the occasion, a dinner party for 6 ora wedding for 150, the Carbis Bay Hotel can

be tailored to meet your precise needs.

Carbis Bay Hotel

Carbis BayTel: 01736 795311

www.carbisbayhotel.co.uk

Greenbank Hotel

Harbourside, FalmouthTel: 01326 312440

www.greenbank-hotel.co.uk

Hotel Victoria

By choosing the Hotel Victoria - one ofNewquay's best wedding venues - you are

assured of a friendly but professional serviceand we will promise to do everything in our

power to make your special day amemorable one.

Call now for a viewing and a friendly,informal meeting with our Wedding Planner.

East Street, NewquayTel: 08451 664 280

www.hotel-victoria.co.uk

Something Unique. Something Romantic.Something Boutique. Something Beautiful.

Nestled into the harbourside overlookingFalmouth, the Greenbank combines centuries of tradition with contemporary styling for a

timeless elegant feel. With sunlit waters andstunning vistas at every turn, it’s hard toimagine a more romantic setting for your

special occasion. We have spaces to suit everyneed whether you’re having a civil ceremony,

civil partnership or wedding reception.

Fowey Hotel

A romantic and stylish venue for weddings

of up to 70 guests.

If you are planning an intimate occasion,

our Piano Lounge is ideal for up to 24

people seated or 30 for an informal buffet

and our lovely gardens are perfect for

welcome drinks and canapés.

Feel free to call in anytime or contact our

Wedding Co-ordinator.

Telephone: 01726 832551www.thefoweyhotel.co.uk

Metropole Hotel

You can now exchange your vows in one

of the most beautiful locations in Cornwall

and we can offer a truly bespoke event to

ensure your every expectation is exceeded.

Our truly professional service guarantees

you the Wedding Day of your Dreams.

The Metropole - Padstow

Tel: 01841 532486www.the-metropole.co.uk

Headland Hotel

Two people in love make a marriage, but a stunning location makes for a specialwedding. Could there be a more romanticsetting for your vows than a luxury hotel

overlooking wild, rugged cliff tops hugging a sandy cove? Perched in view of the Atlantic

rollers lashing Cornwall’s north coast, The Headland boasts a breathtaking location

for a fairytale wedding.

Tel: 01637 872211www.headlandhotel.co.uk

National Maritime Museum

If you’re holding out for that perfect settingfor your wedding, then look no further.

Our unique and imaginative venue may beexactly what you’re looking for ...

and then some!

Whatever your requirements, we’re happy todiscuss ideas with you and we’ll pull out all

the stops to achieve the perfect day!

Dayna Pope, Conference ManagerTelephone: 01326 214557

www.nmmc.co.uk

Penmorvah Manor

With over 25 years experience in hosting

weddings, the Victorian Penmorvah Manor

House, set in 6 acres of private woodland

and mature gardens with views across the

valley leading to the sea, creates the

perfect backdrop for your special day.

Budock Water, Falmouth 01326 250277

www.penmorvah.co.uk

Penventon Park Hotel

A beautiful Georgian House set in

woodlands in West Cornwall.

Licensed for Civil Ceremonies for up

to 150 guests.

Spa and pre-Wedding Beauty.

Fantastic reputation for excellent food.

West End, RedruthTel: 01209 203000

www.penventon.com

Lanhydrock Hotel

With a stunning setting and beautiful viewsover the Cornish countryside, Lanhydrock

Hotel cannot fail to impress.

A perfect venue for your wedding, we willprovide all the services and support you

need to make your special day truly perfect.

Come and see for yourself ...

Lostwithiel Road, BodminTel: 01208 262570

www.lanhydrockhotel.com

Civil Wedding Venues

For more details on Civil Wedding Venues inCornwall, visit the Cornish Brides website:


If you would like to promote your Civil Venueon these pages, call us now on

01872 270169

It’s the only way to ensure that brides-to-beknow about your venue!

The Old Vicarage

Treleigh, Redruth01209 891615

www.theoldvicaragecornwallweddings.co.uk

For a truly enchanting wedding, the

Old Vicarage is hard to beat. This beautiful

secluded house set within extensive

landscaped gardens is available

for exclusive use and is perfect for intimate

weddings or grander celebrations. We offer

bespoke packages to ensure your wedding is

completely unique and special.

Rosewarne Manor

A family-run venue set in delightfulcountryside location offering a very personalservice and truly superb food. Our beautifulfunction facilities and landscaped gardenswill provide the perfect location for yourspecial day. Our friendly staff will tailor

every aspect to your requirements.

Rosewarne ManorConnor Downs, Hayle

Tel: 01209 610414www.rosewarnemanor.co.uk

Tregenna Castle

Tregenna Castle Hotel is located in a

magnificent 72 acre estate with stunning

views over St Ives.

We are licensed for weddings and civil

partnerships with a choice of ceremony

rooms, including our beautiful outdoor

Pavilion - a truly unique venue.

Tregenna Castle, St. IvesTel: 01736 795254

www.tregenna-castle.co.uk

We feel it in our fingers, we feel it in our toes!

Set in the beautiful Cornish countrysideTrethorne offers romance and opportunities

to create those perfect pictures of your specialday. Excellent food and superior

accommodation coupled with our skill inmeticulous planning and you have all of the

ingredients for your special day.

Love Trethorne, where the feeling just grows …

Trethorne Golf Club & Hotel

Kennards House, Launceston01566 86903

www.trethornegolfclub.com

In a stunning coastal location, The Polurrian

Bay Hotel provides a flexible approach to

special events, allowing you to create a

truly magical experience for you, your

family and friends. Our dedicated team

will work with you to ensure your special

day is a great success and memorable for

all the right reasons.

Polurrian Hotel

MullionTel: 01326 240421

www.polurrianhotel.com

For a truly romantic venue that can be exclusively yours, look no further

than Porth Veor Manor, the Country House on the Coast. For a wedding that is as truly individual as you are, book an appointment with our dedicated

wedding team.

Porth Veor Manor

Porth Way, NewquayTel: 01637 873274

www.porthveormanor.com

Trenython Manor

Trenython Manor01726 814797

www.trenython.co.uk

An elegant and historic 19th century

Manor House set in the heart of natural

woodlands and boasting breathtaking views

over St Austell Bay.

The perfect venue for an intimate ceremony

or larger wedding for up to 70 guests.

Trenython ... more than you realised.

The Cardinals Hatt

A highly stylish

and recently

refurbished family

run hotel set in the

beautiful Cornish

countryside.

Two luxurious

function suites

can seat up to 60

people and 140 for

a more informal

occasion.

Hatt, Saltash 01752 845888

www.thecardinals-hatt.co.uk

To see what we can offer you for your big day,drop in or call our wedding co-ordinator.

The Bride’s Guide

A quick and easy page reference guide to find your favourite suppliers

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44 Andy’s Flowers

84 Ann’s Pasties

110 Art of Flowers

IFC Atlantic Hotel

124 Be Beautiful

36 Bella Bella Bridal

123 Benny’s Organic Ice Cream

33 Bliss Bridal Gowns

126 Blue Skyes Photography

110 Bodmin Jail

24 Bridal Studio

33 Brides-to-Be

24 Budeiful Brides

76 Carbis Bay Hotel

122 Cardinals Hatt

OBC Carlyon Bay Hotel

77 Carn Marth Hotel

120 Carnglaze Caverns

125 Celebration Pyrotechnics

85 Children’s Hospice South West

119 Chris Hall Photography

45 Christian Michael Photography

125 Cornish Keyrings

126 Cornovi Cornish Tartan

125 Distinctive Wedding Cars

120 Edgcumbe Arms

124 Emilie’s Professional Hair

125 English Rose Stationery

84 Escential Blooms

126 Falcon Hotel

2 Falmouth Hotel

124 Flowers by Fleuri

45 Flowers from Bruallen

2 Fowey Hotel

63 Fowey Hall Hotel

33 Frocks & Frills

62 Greenbank Hotel

73 Headland Hotel

115 Hotel Victoria

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44 Inscriptions

118 Isles of Scilly Travel

36 Jane Louise Fashions

107 Lanhydrock Hotel

126 Lisa Gee Designs

44 Llawnroc Hotel

36 Lowen Bridal

124 Manor Fashions

84 Maureen Webber’s Cake Emporium

2 Metropole Hotel

110 Mount Edgcumbe House

88 National Maritime Museum Cornwall

72 Old Vicarage

124 Patcessories

88 Penmorvah Manor

89 Penventon Park Hotel

63 Polurrian Hotel

122 Porth Veor Manor

69 Retallack Resort

114 Ron Bushell Photography

62 Rosewarne Manor

44 Scorrier House

126 St. Columb Photos

119 Star Castle Hotel

124 Stephanie Stevens Jewellery

125 The Guest Factor

85 Thomas Foreman Photography

111 Tick Tock Photos

125 Toast’n’Host

41 Tregenna Castle

IBC Trenython Manor

122 Trethorne Golf Club & Hotel

123 Truffles Catering

84 Unique Designs by Tina

114 Victoria Walker Photography

118 Visit Isles of Scilly

25 Wedding Company

37 White Room Bridal

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Hair & Make-up by Bridgette Caple

01822 611096

www.bridalhairandmakeup.webs.com

Beautiful Bridal Hair

and Make-up

Beautiful and exclusively designed

hair fascinators, corsage, bag and

shoe accessories.

Each item is hand-created to colour

co-ordinate and complement your

special outfit.

Tel: 01209 211578www.patcessories.co.uk

The outfit experts situated near Helston

Mother of the Brideand

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outfits, hats, fascinators, shoes and bags

Manor Fashionswww.manorfashions.co.uk

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Bring a little bit of Cornwallto your day by giving yourguests a handmade CornishPasty keyring as a uniquefavour.

Individualise each littlepasty with a name, saying or logo of your choice.

Tel: 07788 275684

Award winning English Rose Stationeryspecialise in creating hand-made, quality

wedding stationery with a simple, yet distinctive elegance.

or call Sarah on 01208 813033

Take a look at our website to see the stunning ranges available

www.englishrosestationery.com

Distinctive Wedding CarsDistinctive Wedding Carsfor your special occasion

01288 341371

www.distinctiveweddingcars.co.uk

01209 714317 / 07866 810090www.toastnhost.co.uk

Toast‘n’ HostAllow me to bring some order and

decorum to your wedding.

As a friendly and professionalToastmaster, I can help ensure your

reception runs smoothly and canmake those all important

announcements when you need them.

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www.cornishkeyrings.com

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One of the most amazing things about working at Cornish Brides is that weget to visit the most stunning hotels and recently, we were lucky enough tobe invited to dine and stay at the Arundell Arms Hotel in Lifton.

Steeped in history, the Arundell Arms is a 300 year old coaching inn that isa perfect wedding venue catering for up to 100 guests. It has a greatlocation just minutes off the A30 and is set in splendid landscaped gardensand with glorious views of the Devon countryside. With its own privatelake - which makes an ideal backdrop for photos - the hotel boasts anelegant drawing room leading onto a terraced garden, spacious bar,sophisticated restaurant and 21 delightful bedrooms.

Head Chef, Steven Pidgeon - who is one of only eighty chefs in the countryelected as a Master Chef of Great Britain - will prepare a bespoke menu foryour wedding breakfast and reception and you will also enjoy the servicesof a dedicated wedding co-ordinator to help you plan your perfect day.

www.arundellarms.com

and finally ...

So, it’s time to put another issue of Cornish Brides to bed and, as

usual, its been great fun pulling it all together. The bridal industry

is constantly changing and there are new companies coming

along every week with new ideas, new concepts and new

products. Some will be around for a long time; others will have

their day and then disappear, but we will continue to do our best

to bring you news of everything that is going on in the world of

weddings. It’s what we do best and it’s what we love to do, so be

assured if it’s happening out there somewhere, we will find it and

bring it to you!

Over the coming months, we will be taking a much closer look at

real weddings and we may start to feature some from next year.

We will certainly be opening some new albums on Facebook and

Pinterest, though, so if you are getting married anytime soon, why

not get in touch and let us know all about it. Then after the event,

we will contact your photographer and get a selection of fabulous

images and showcase your wedding to the world.

Next year is the 15 year anniversary of Cornish Brides and we

have lots of plans in the pipeline for the magazine and loads

inlcuding ideas for new features, which we are really excited

about. We will also be looking to expand our Cornish Brides

Shows in 2015 and want to bring you the very best bridal

businesses in the south west. We are entering a really exciting

phase here at CBHQ and we want you to be part of it. So, do

ensure you get your copy of Cornish Brides right up until the date

of your wedding and make sure you come along to our Cornish

Brides Shows as often as you can.

Enjoy the rest of the summer and if you are getting married during

the next couple of months, we just want to say a big ‘thank you’

for reading Cornish Brides magazine and we wish you a lifetime

of health, wealth and happiness. For those of you whose

wedding is a little further ahead, the next issue of Cornish Brides

will be out at the end of October and we look forward to seeing

you at a Cornish Brides Show very soon.

Kirsty Mitchell


cornish brides - autumn 2014

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