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May/June 2025 |
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| | Hello there gorgeous readers, you may have already noticed, but we are no longer arriving home in the dark – hurrah for British Summer Time! I can’t begin to tell you how much happier it makes me to get home in the light and still feel like I have some day left to live. It’s around this time of year that I convince myself anything is possible and sign myself up for events and commitments (that I will 100% regret). I’ll strop around the morning of, and then thank myself when I’m home, that I actually went out instead of staying home and rewatching The Crown for the billionth time. Can we all agree that Claire Foy make us want to speak in a really posh accent?
The pull a royal wedding seems to have on us, as a nation, is why so many couples are now looking to recreate this on their special day. Jessica and Adam Darlow, from one of our real wedding pieces, did exactly that at their wedding in June 2024. What better way to say ‘I do’ then when you look like a real life princess? But how else can you rule the wedding world? In this issue we will dive into everything from dream venues to the trend of short gowns. I hope you enjoy this stunning collection of real weddings, Q&As and fashion debates, as much as I did putting them together.
Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got some very important research to be doing *The Crown intro starts playing*.
Chat soon!
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| Image credit: www.clicproductions.co.uk |
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| Spotlight on Neath to Barry |
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Ewenny Priory
Ewenny Priory is a fortified Norman Priory, within which is an impressive Georgian mansion set amongst flat lawns between the house and the fortification. The gardens of Ewenny Priory provide space for a large marquee, tipis, or yurts to hold the wedding reception and a party for up to 250 guests. From all areas of the garden, there are magnificent views of the Medieval deer park.
Ewenny Priory does not currently hold a licence to conduct civil marriages or civil partnerships; however, blessings can be held outside or in the Presbytery of the Church. Couples can also be married in the Ewenny Parish Church, if they are eligible to do so.
Receptions take place in the gardens of the Priory under canvas. There is room for up to 250 guests, so you’ll have plenty of space if you wish to hold a grand event. Some notable features of the venue are the 12th- and 13th-century fortifications surrounding the house – it’s a beautiful testament to days gone of impressive architecture. Other features include a 1,000-bird Dovecot, large Victorian stable yard and an 80-acre Medieval deer park – quite the big-day backdrop!
Visit: www.ewennypriory.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 21 of the current issue available now: www.yoursouthwales.wedding/free-download |
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| New Wedding Stationery by Lovelee |
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Lovelee Wedding Stationery, by designer Kate Lee, is based in Bridgend, and has just launched the Lovelee Classic Collection making it affordable for couples to have beautifully printed and digital wedding stationery. A graphic designer by profession, Kate's worked in the industry for more than 20 years and is a truly passionate designer of wedding invitations and stationery - the perfect person to employ for your wedding stationery needs!
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| Bridal beauty with Elizabeth Grant Skin Care |
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For every bride, glowing, flawless skin is just as important as the perfect dress. The secret to achieving a radiant, camera-ready complexion lies in preparation, and Elizabeth Grant Skin Care is here to ensure your skin is at its absolute best in the lead-up to your big day and beyond. Founded by Elizabeth Grant, a former makeup artist to Golden Era Hollywood icons at London's Elstree Studios, this skincare collection is steeped in expertise and designed to enhance your natural beauty under makeup and in real life.
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| A romantic escape - in Portugal |
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Bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, Cascais in Portugal offers the best of everything: beaches, enchanting streets, delicious restaurants.
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
22 Jun 2025 - The Orangery at Margam Park Wedding Fayre
The Orangery, Margam Park, Port Talbot, SA13 2TJ
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wedding-fayre-the-orangery
24 Aug 2025 - Love Actually 'The Grand Atlantic' Wedding Fayre
Beach Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1BA
www.loveactuallyweddings.co.uk
31 Aug 2025 - Holiday Inn Newport Wedding Fayre
Holiday Inn,The Coldra, Newport, NP18 2YG
www.loveactuallyweddings.co.uk/weddingfayres
7 Sep 2025 - Swansea. com Stadium Wedding Fayre
Plasmarl, Swansea, SA1 2FA
www.promiseweddingfayres.co.uk/wedding-fayre-dates
14 Sep 2025 - Village Hotel Cardiff Wedding Fayre
29 Pendwyallt Rd, Cardiff, CF14 7EF
www.promiseweddingfayres.co.uk/wedding-fayre-dates
21 Sep 2025 - The Vale Resort & Hensol Castle Wedding Fayre - Sunday 21 September 2025
Vale Resort, Hensol Road Hensol, CF72 8JY
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-vale-resort-hensol-castle-wedding-fayre
28 Sep 2025 - The Welsh National Wedding Fayre - South Wales
Swansea, SA1, 4PE
www.welshweddingfayre.co.uk
28 Sep 2025 - The Big Wedding Fayre Voco St Davids Hotel and Spa
Havannah Street, Cardiff, CF10 5SD
www.nationalweddingexhibitions.co.uk
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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| Read the latest issue of Your South Wales Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your South Wales Wedding is now available for free – simply follow this link to download the latest issue. For even more inspiration, you can also check out our previous issues.
Interested in areas outside of South Wales? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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