Events

The North West Wedding Fair is back for Autumn, with everything you need for your wedding all under one roof.

The show brings you the finest collection of over 180 wedding suppliers and experts from your area. Try, buy, book and hire all you need for your perfect day.

Every detail is covered; from venues to favours, transport to catering, stationery to cakes, and much more. There are also beautiful catwalk shows with stunning gowns for every style and budget, free expert workshops and live entertainment acts.

For the ultimate in wedding show experiences, treat yourself to a day out to remember. Enjoy FastTrack entry to the show, pick up your bridal beauty tote from Benefit Cosmetics, sip on some bubbly and then make your way to your reserved seating at the popular catwalk shows.

Getting the goddess treatment in Barbados

Goddess Acumen Mullins Beach, Barbados

Ready to carve out some ‘me-time’ in the Caribbean? We find out more about the Abundant Goddess & Yoga Retreats which will be held in Barbados, 8-16th October 2016 and 29th April-7th May 2017.

One of the busiest times of your life will undoubtedly be the period in which you organise your wedding. You have to be firing on all cylinders to deal with the myriad tasks demanding your attention, but even the most organised bride-to-be can start to feel a little lacklustre as the months (even years) of planning begin to take their toll.


Wedding Fair at The Post House - Free Admission

Wedding Fair at The Post House, 35 Greengate Street, Stafford, ST16  2HZ

On Sunday 4th September  2016, 11am til 3pm, Free Admission,

A Free Glass of Champagne on arrival, Free Goody Bag containing Free Makeup items worth 30 Pounds

Free Prize Draw to win  200 pounds, Pre register by emailing sparklingdayevents@gmail.com, Our Website is sparklingdayevents.com, Email sparklingdayevents@gmail.com

tel Jane 07878565699

How to Find the BEST Wedding Shows near you!

Planning a perfect wedding isn’t easy.  Savvy Brides-to-be take care to pick out the best shows with the best exhibitors and the most variety.

When you’re thinking about which wedding shows to visit you don’t want to see the same 10 or 20 exhibitors everywhere you go. You’ll want to have up to 80 stands to choose from, exhibiting everything you could want for your perfect wedding.

Whoop! Events run wedding shows across the East Midlands and North West in beautiful venues. Their shows have up to 80 stands packed with wedding loveliness, great products and fabulous bargains!

Could this former monastery be your perfect wedding venue?

historic Stanbrook Abbey Hotel in Worcestershire grade II listed Pugin Abbey

Brides, grooms and their wedding parties are being invited to take a tour of the historic Stanbrook Abbey Hotel in Worcestershire later this month at the venue’s upcoming wedding fayre. Once home to a closed order of Benedictine nuns, the stunning grade II listed Pugin Abbey will be opening its doors on Sunday, May 29th to future husbands and wives so they can explore the venue and its extensive grounds at their leisure. 

During the day the hotel’s wedding coordinators will be on hand to answer any questions and offer advice and top tips to the brides-to-be.

What goes on at Murder Mystery Party?

What goes on at Murder Mystery Party?

What can be a more unique and unusual birthday present than a murder mystery weekend?

Imagine attending a social dinner where a fictional murder occurs. One moment, people are enjoying the food and interactions, the next moment they are caught up in a murder mystery party.

These events have grown in popularity over the years and can provide entertainment and suspense for people of all ages. Guests and attendees all become part of the show as the story unfolds around their dinner table and the premises.


White Gallery London confirms New Talent for 2016

Established on the bridal buying calendar as the go-to destination to discover the frontrunners in the market, White Gallery London is renowned for bringing the very best of British bridal design and international talent together under one roof. This year is no different, with acclaimed designers from around the globe launching their latest collections, together with a whole host of New Talent who will debut at the event for the very first time.

Labels to look out for in 2016 include London-based designers Charlotte Simpson and Poppy Dover, Scottish bridalwear label By Catriona, luxury childrenswear brand Evermore by Amberley London and accessories designers Cherished Vintage and The Season Hats.

Magical weddings by the sea at Thorpeness Country Club Wedding Open Day, Sunday 3rd April

 

 Brides-to-be planning their wedding can view the Thorpeness Country Club, near Aldeburgh on Sunday, 3rd April when it will be fully dressed for the big day. The free Wedding Open Day will show how the magical venue, which is just a pebble’s throw from the beach with amazing views over Suffolk’s Heritage Coast, can be tailored to suit the bridal couple’s own theme and style.

Celebrate Mother’s Day at The National Wedding Show this weekend

The National Wedding Show opens its doors at Birmingham NEC (4-6 March 2016).

With a special Afternoon Tea available at The Rock N Roll Café, inspiration for the Mother of the Bride on the Catwalk Show, a dedicated session on hair, beauty and styling at the Wedding Theatre and much more, The National Wedding Show is the perfect place to treat the Mother of the Bride and Groom and celebrate their special role in your big day.

Take a seat at the renowned Catwalk Show to see the latest trends for all the bridal party brought to life on the runway. The likes of Nigel Rayment and Debenhams will offer inspiration for the Mother of the Bride and Groom, showcasing collections from John Charles, Condici, Carla Ruiz, Phase Eight, Jacques Vert and many more.

Top Vintage Bridal Trends for 2016

Top Vintage Bridal Trends for 2016

There has been an indisputable rise in vintage bridal inspiration, with bridal magazines, websites, blogs and even social media websites such as Pinterest becoming full of stunning vintage gown designs, whimsical and rustic venues and classic flower arrangements.

In collaboration with Bride: The Wedding Show at Ascot Racecourse, 12th-13th March 2016, we asked three amazing exhibitors to give us their expert thoughts on upcoming vintage bridal trends that we can expect to see in 2016, as well as what we can look forward to seeing at the show.


The Indie Wedding Fair

When mooching around wedding fairs in the midst of planning my own wedding, it didn’t feel as jubilant and exciting as I’d hoped, really.

Some of the environments housing what are essentially ‘trade expos’ were pretty uninspiring, and it felt a bit corporate for my taste. I did visit one or two smaller events that were much more inviting and soulful, but there didn’t seem all that many ooop North that really tickled my fancy.

Dreamtime Events Croatia will exhibit at the National Wedding Show

Dreamtime Events Croatia will exhibit at the National Wedding Show

 

Dreamtime Events Croatia will exhibit at the National Wedding Show - 26-28th Feb 2016 in London

Our team of event planners from Australia and Canada with over 30 years of experience in wedding organisation, have pulled together to offer a first class event planning service coupled with local knowledge of what Croatia has to offer. Meet us at  booth number G65 and find out more about the advantages of Croatia as a Wedding Destination and our services!