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Games for family get together!
PenelopeP, 25 September, 2008 at 11:22

We're having a family get together the day before our wedding. Most of our families have never met because mine live abroad. We're getting together in the afternoon for afternoon tea and I was...

Bochenek, yesterday at 11:16 12 9,023
Victoria
Are Hitched vendors Legit? And Vetted by Hitched?
Victoria, 20 August, 2024 at 14:33

Are the vendors at Hitched vetted by the platform? I really like a vendor I found on Hitched but it has no online presence and no reviews. How can I know it is legit and not a scam?

Vilgax, yesterday at 08:37 16 241
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Save the Date’s
Lucy, 13 October, 2024 at 14:54

Hi all, I’m getting married in March 2026, and wondering when would be the best time to send the Save the Dates? It’s so exciting so I feel as though I want to send them as soon as I can, but the...

Larry, monday 11-Nov-24 7 385
Dani
Q1) Did you know we gift £3,000 to one lucky couple every month?! 💸
Dani, 16 October, 2024 at 14:36

Hey couples! Have you heard about our monthly Hitched Rewards competition? If you haven’t entered yet, what are you waiting for... Join our survey: Q1) Vote and comment below! 👇 Q2) Haven’t entered?...

YES! Pick me next 🙌

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88 votes

No - Tell me more! 🤔

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11 votes

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Barcelona Hen Party - Places to Stay
MoorWedding, 14 November, 2014 at 13:10

Hello I am planning my hen party for the end of July (2015) in Barcelona. There will be 15 of us, and I was wondering if anybody has any recommendations for places to stay. Looking for somewhere close...

Michal, monday 11-Nov-24 7 3,841
Autumnroseee
Health and Beauty plan
Autumnroseee, 10 April, 2012 at 17:05

I was reading a Wedding magazine check list of what you need to do before your wedding... a few months before it said to start your health and beauty plan... I was just wondering, what health and...

Ronald, monday 11-Nov-24 8 924
Helen
Notice of marriage
Helen, 25 October, 2024 at 16:26

I have given notice today. Do they do any checks to see if previously married. I gave my documents, marriage certificate and death certificate. But do they check up on previous marriages. Thanks

Mildred, monday 11-Nov-24 10 304 1
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Twilight weddings
HappyBlueBridesmaid4886, 5 November, 2024 at 13:44

Hi, can anyone reccomend anywhere for a twilight wedding please? Struggling to find many places that do them. Thanks so much in advance

PhotographybyBillHad, sunday 10-Nov-24 2 17
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Betting/Gambling Wedding Favour Ideas
LuxuriousRedHair663, 5 February, 2018 at 19:47

My fiancé and I love betting - football coupons, betting at the races etc! Looking to do a few different things! Iv heard of football coupons, single bets on horses...! Just wanting something bit more...

Anoboy712, sunday 10-Nov-24 8 1,826
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Cost of wedding flowers?
Mrs_Rolfe_2b, 15 April, 2011 at 14:18

I am trying to do my budget, and i have no idea how much flowers cost! I know its a broad question and i know it will vary according to location (im in west midlands) flower type etc. I'm having small...

Desiree, sunday 10-Nov-24 27 170,807
Dani
Bold, colourful flowers are the vibe for 2025! 🌺
Dani, 6 November, 2024 at 14:38

Hey, Are you all about the bold blooms, or are you taking your wedding style in a different direction? Check out this colourful wedding vibe 👇 Subscribe to our Youtube channel to keep up with all the...

Allison, saturday 9-Nov-24 1 19
Katrina
Wedding fast approaching :) 3 months to go so exccccciiiitttteedd!
Katrina, 6 November, 2024 at 12:51

We are nearly at the 3 month mark we get married in February 2025 I cant believe where the time has gone I have been really organized ticking wedding tasks off one at a time. Not got to many things...

Katrina, saturday 9-Nov-24 2 28
Dani
What trend are you’re most excited to see in 2025?
Dani, 8 November, 2024 at 13:39

Here are our top 5 from the 10 wedding trends set to take over in 2025! Want to see what else made the list? Check out our official 2025 Wedding Trends Report here 👇 Vote for your fave or drop a...

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Wood slices...
daisymoo86, 8 September, 2015 at 09:42

I've got myself some wood slices from gumtree (hurrah!) however the seller didn't know whether they had been treated or not. (She bought them for her wedding which now isn't going ahead). So should I...

Kihec24, saturday 9-Nov-24 5 4,611
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Wedding Insurance?
Catherine, 25 October, 2024 at 08:25

Who do people have their wedding insurance with?

Vicki, friday 8-Nov-24 2 26
itgirlno1
Hen night games - non-rude (ish!)
itgirlno1, 12 November, 2010 at 16:11

Hello! I've not been on here since before I got married, so firstly apologies for being a part timer... it's my friend's hen night tonight and I've just been told we're supposed to bring games for the...

IrvinBurger, friday 8-Nov-24 5 5,204
Dani
HITCHED REWARDS: WIN £3,000!!! 💰
Dani, 5 August, 2024 at 10:34

Hey everyone, We have some very exciting news to share with you!! Say hello to Hitched Rewards - where you plan your dream wedding on Hitched while submitting entries to WIN £3,000! Cha-ching💸 *** How...

Bryony, friday 8-Nov-24 95 2,732 41
Dani
Tune in for the hottest 2025 Wedding Trends! 🎬
Dani, 8 November, 2024 at 12:46

From chic mini dresses to heart-shaped cakes! See what trends are set to take over 2025 with our Editor Zoë and Assistant Editor Maisie 👇 ***Subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep up with all the...

Dani, friday 8-Nov-24 37
kharv
OMs - what are your wedding regrets?
kharv, 1 February, 2013 at 11:36

This isn't meant to be a maudlin post - I thought it might help some brides to be to see what us OMs wish they'd done a bit differently. Mine would be that I wish I'd provided a flip flop basket. I...

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Games to play at a Hen Party Weekend??
BrogstarBride, 22 February, 2013 at 12:55

We are going to a Spa for the weekend and I want to play some fun games in the evening and ideas? x

Alex, friday 8-Nov-24 10 7,458
Amy
Has anyone used Glamlora?
Amy, 26 August, 2024 at 16:47

Has anyone used glamlora? I am getting married on the 20th of next month. I saw a wedding dress on glamlora that I really like, but I don't often order a wedding dress online. This wedding dress is...

James, friday 8-Nov-24 19 1,151 1
Dani
Would you get married on Christmas Day?
Dani, 30 October, 2024 at 11:50

Hey, wedding planning elves! With Christmas around the corner, would you say ‘I do’ while Santa’s on his way? 🎅 Let me know in the comments why you voted a hard no or an easy yes! Next poll: Click to...

No - Festive fun only! 🎉

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29 votes

Yes - So magical! 🎄

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Dani
Would you attend a Christmas Day wedding?
Dani, 30 October, 2024 at 11:50

Hey, festive enthusiasts (or grinches!) How about being a guest at a wedding on Christmas Day? Love and festivities in one package! ❄ Let me know in the comments why you voted yes or no! Missed our...

Yes - Sounds fun! 🎅

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No way! 🙈

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Casino table vs photo booth
Lou37, 15 September, 2015 at 21:02

We went to the wedding fair in Sunday and saw casino tables we both thought it was a great idea and never been to a wedding with them before. We decided to opt for two tables, our hotel was at the...

Andriy, thursday 7-Nov-24 6 907
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40-50 guests & a budget of £5k in London. Is this possible?
Figen, 23 October, 2024 at 20:49

As the title says. Been engaged for 15 months and we don’t want to delay it any longer. However, our budget is very slim at around £5k and that’s pushing it. I’m feeling quite overwhelmed. The civil...

Figen, thursday 7-Nov-24 2 70 1
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Excited
Amelie, 6 November, 2024 at 20:49

Cant wait for my wedding!!!

Amelie, wednesday 6-Nov-24 7
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Is anyone NOT having a disco or band?
annie2000, 28 November, 2011 at 18:04

We are thinking that a disco or band with just 30 guests will be a bit much, trying to find ideas of alternative evening entertainment alongside background music. Has anyone else not had disco or...

Robert, wednesday 6-Nov-24 4 1,194
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Friends Film It - has anyone used these?
HappyBrownCars12359, 3 May, 2020 at 16:57

Hi there, My partner and I really like the idea of a video and have been looking at companies who send you cameras for friends to film the day and they edit it. We are looking at this partly as some...

Maria, wednesday 6-Nov-24 4 1,913 1
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Gardenia Flowers
Noodle2Be, 29 May, 2011 at 21:41

I'm a bit thick about flowers, are gardenia flowers available in august and are they expensive? I've seen this picture which I really like for my bridesmaids

Maria, wednesday 6-Nov-24 3 1,858
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I want to purchase a Wedding Planner book... Help!
HappyPinkCakes669, 30 September, 2016 at 14:41

Hi everyone, I'm getting married next year and I am just beginning the planning process.... I have no idea where to start! My best friend suggested to get a wedding planner organiser thingy which will...

Mary, tuesday 5-Nov-24 10 2,712
Charlotte
Panic setting in
Charlotte, 10 April, 2024 at 21:42

Hey guys! I'm an Aug 2025 bride and other than the venue, I've not booked anything else. I'm feeling a bit stressed- can anyone tell me the things I need to get sorted now? Also any bridal shops in...

Hannah, tuesday 5-Nov-24 1 27
Katrina
What suppliers am i missing? Any thoughts?
Katrina, 5 March, 2024 at 21:34

We are getting married Feb 2025 we have our wedding photographer/videographer, make up artist and hairdresser. As well as caterers & venue of course booked. We also have our entertainment booked...

Jennifer, tuesday 5-Nov-24 6 126

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