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What the Plan B Proposals would mean for Weddings in England

Under Plan B proposals being considered for England, in addition to wearing masks in more settings, proof that you are either fully vaccinated or medically exempt, would be required in certain settings.

However, for now (November 29th 2021), the government is stopping short of implementing the full Plan B, in favour of introducing masks in limited settings as well as increasing restrictions at borders and offering vaccines to more of the UK population.

Masks aren't required in any hospitality settings, which is great news for weddings.

How To Write A Great Bride Speech

Gone are the days when three blokes took turns to churn out groansome marriage jokes recycled from the last wedding they attended. Women are not only giving more speeches – they’re good at it too. From brave and proud mothers to hilarious Maids of Honour and even the bride herself!

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5 wedding flower trends for 2020

Planning a wedding in 2020 or beyond? We've picked out our favourite upcoming wedding flower trends that are guaranteed to make your wedding blooming beautiful (sorry!)...

Ideas for Wedding Readings and Poems

Looking for the perfect wedding reading or poem? Here, we have ideas for every kind of wedding, from modern to traditional, emotional to funny. There are even options if you want children to do readings! So, take a look at our top picks below...

Choosing Your Wedding Venue

When it comes to wedding planning decisions, choosing the perfect wedding venue to suit your tastes and budget is one of the most important decisions you'll have to make. Not only do you have to consider the venue location and size, the catering and accommodation for your guests, you'll also need to research, visit countless venues and consider whether they are just right for the wedding of your dreams.

The Ultimate Wedding Guest List Guide

Writing (and editing) your wedding guest list is one of the most important parts of your wedding planning to get sorted early. The size of your guest list directly relates to your wedding budget and venue, and it's likely to turn into a balancing act between inviting everyone you want to be there and being able to afford the catering and venue costs.

Wedding Finance

One of the most important things to address early on in wedding planning is your wedding finance - as of 2017, the national average wedding spend was quoted as being around £27,000. However, we found that our budget-savvy brides spent a lot less than this, with an average spend of £16,500. As most couples don't have this kind of money lying around, it's crucial to address up front how you intend to finance your wedding.

Popular Wedding Hymns

If you're marrying in church, you'll need at least two wedding hymns, and possibly up to four depending on the length of the service. Your minister or the church's music director will be able to make suggestions, but here are some of our favourites! If most of your guests aren't regular church-goers, try to stick to more well-known choices with easy tunes. Remember, some hymns have more than one tune, so make sure if you have a preference, the organist knows which tune you're expecting!

Sample Civil Ceremony

Are you planning to have a civil ceremony on your wedding day? Here we aim to give you a basic idea of what to expect. Of course, you may add in your own personal readings, vows and messages. However, remember that these cannot have any religious content! Read on to see an example of a civil ceremony order of service...

Civil Wedding Ceremonies

Civil wedding ceremonies are non-religious, legal marriage ceremonies performed by a government official or functionary. In the UK, this person is normally called a registrar. A civil ceremony can't include hymns or religious readings. Also, the marriage must take place at a registered or licensed wedding venue to be legally valid. As well as the bride and groom, two witnesses must sign the register.