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Alison Hargreaves Guides for Brides Bio
Alison Hargreaves Updated:
8th of March 2023

Looking for inspiration for your wedding, or just want to hear what other couples did on their special day, our Real Weddings bring you an in depth look at a selection of weddings.

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An unconventional beginning led to a courtship with a fairytale ending for Joe and Natalie at Clandon Park.

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Louise and Carl’s beautiful summer wedding at Nonsuch Mansion House was full of special moment to be cherished for years to come...

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Stacey and Simon’s special day was filled with fun and laughter – and lots of friends!

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Maria was stunned when Rob went down on one knee in a cable car to propose, but he wasn’t the only one with a surprise up his sleeve…

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Jenny and Jonathan brought a little seaside magic to their big day at Aldermaston Manor.

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A little bit of lakeside luxury set the scene for this romantic celebration between Mark and Kate and their Berkshire wedding.

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It was a match made in heaven for head girl Lydia and head boy Matthew who tied the knot at Bicester’s beautiful Tythe Barn.

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When Kim and her two children moved into a new house eight years ago, she didn’t know that romance was just around the corner...or along the road.

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After meeting on an internet dating site, Helen and Graham decided that the dreaming spires of Oxford would be the perfect backdrop for their small, informal, but magical day.

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Careful planning and a little magic made Luke and Nikita’s special day truly memorable.

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Homemade touches made a special day for childhood sweethearts Katie and Callum.

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A fresh colour scheme, inspired by Amanda’s favourite flowers, gave this Wiltshire wedding a real spring in its step.

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Sarah and Shankar had to squeeze wedding preparations into already hectic lives, but the day itself proved the perfect opportunity to relax with friends and family.

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One of Cheltenham’s newest venues provided a beautiful backdrop for Yui and Adam’s Autumn wedding.

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When Nick and Tania’s guests received a vintage style train ticket, with an invitation to board the couple’s ‘nuptial express’, with they knew this was to be no ordinary wedding.

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Marwell Hall made a magical setting for Caroline and Mark’s summer wedding.

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Anna and Joel’s Oxfordshire wedding effortlessly combined high style and low key intimacy.

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Tradition with a twist characterised Sally and Alastiars's enchanting wedding celebrations.

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Alison Hargreaves Guides for Brides Bio

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Alison Hargreaves

Alison has been advising brides, grooms and bridesmaids for more than 25 years. She has an unrivalled knowledge of the British wedding industry and frequently appears on podcasts and expert panels. She regularly attends international wedding conferences to keep the UK at the forefront of wedding planning trends.

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