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Worrying about divorce - odd title for wedding planning!
Annaangel, 9 March, 2016 at 14:48

Hi, My partner proposed last November and we have planned our wedding for this November. The issue is that he is still married, I know that sounds terrible but they have been legally separated for...

Mohsin, wednesday 20-May-26 26 2,864
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Wedding venue
Christina, 17 February, 2026 at 15:44

Hi, Im getting married on the 9th May 2026. Looking for an affordable dry hire venue that allows private catering (£2000 for full day hire if possible) Would like to have my ceremony then reception...

Millie, tuesday 19-May-26 11 161 1
Victoria
Interesting reception entertainment?
Victoria, 24 April, 2024 at 03:47

We are having an indoor/outdoor reception and I need some inspo for reception entertainment. We already have a digital Photo Booth and dancing set up. I’m waiting on rates for a silhouette artist, as...

Mohsin, tuesday 19-May-26 61 874
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does anyone regret not filming their wedding?
Elixia, 4 April, 2014 at 08:35

Its one of those things people tell you you'll regret not getting a VOG .... but I dont :/ I'm thinking i can't be the only one that doesn't regret not filming my wedding. I hate the sound my own...

Caserne1830, tuesday 19-May-26 22 3,361
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Wedding Dress Nightmare Please Help???
butterflies01, 3 June, 2012 at 23:28

My worst nightmare came true yesterday, id gone with my bridesmaids for their final fitting. when we arrived at the shop the shopkeeper asked if we would mind waiting as the last fitting had ran over....

Mohsin, tuesday 19-May-26 53 6,351
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Wedding website
Lieu, 15 April, 2024 at 17:36

Does anyone know if I'm able to remove the "0 comments - leave a comment" section? It comes up every time I create a part on my hitched wedding website.

Mohsin, tuesday 19-May-26 23 224 1
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?

Jroberts, tuesday 19-May-26 21 879
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Help! Fiance freaking out over money
Dotty Pants, 6 October, 2011 at 21:20

Hi ladies I'm new to the whole wedding planning experience. We are getting married on 28th April 2012 we've got loads of ideas and I am keen to book things ASAP as only 7 months away. However my...

Stella, tuesday 19-May-26 24 5,840
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Show me your wedding dresses :)
Blondie_bride, 5 March, 2017 at 14:59

Hello lovely brides and bride to be's, I have been to a few bridal boutiques and still not found 'the one'. There's a couple I like but I haven't found anything with the wow factor that I am after. I...

Eddie, tuesday 19-May-26 36 6,357
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Photo App for wedding guest to upload pictures too.
Tanya, 4 October, 2024 at 15:15

Hey everyone! I was thinking about using a photo app for my wedding so that guests can upload pictures taken at the event. I'd prefer to keep the photos private among those who attended. If anyone is...

Lia, monday 18-May-26 17 144
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Diy video booth/guestbook
jesikab4u, 18 February, 2015 at 09:18

We've hired a video camera to use for guests to leave us a message. I'm just thinking how to do this. We have a small room where we will be having our photo booth along with the video. But as the...

Leoparker, monday 18-May-26 8 3,916
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Three day wedding venues
Jaycee, 30 April, 2026 at 09:16

We would really like to find a venue that offers guest accommodation the night before and the night of the wedding to make it a whole weekend event. I have been to a wedding before where 40 or so...

Cat, monday 18-May-26 3 52
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Unplugged honeymoon
BuryBride, 20 May, 2016 at 15:16

Just got back from our honeymoon in the Caribbean yesterday ( we had a lovely mini moon straight after the wedding also!) We decided to have an unplugged honeymoon. 2 Weeks no internet, no TV, no...

Richard, monday 18-May-26 10 1,347
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Scratch cards as favours?
CCtobe, 7 August, 2008 at 12:23

Hi all, I don't know where I read about this idea but it seems to have stuck in my mind. I don't want the normal almonds/sweets type thing as every wedding I've been to I end up throwing those away. I...

Willium, monday 18-May-26 9 2,624
Darren @ Hitched
hitched.co.uk forum announcement
Darren @ Hitched, 4 August, 2011 at 10:32

Hitched.co.uk is the UK's biggest and longest running wedding website. We have been around since 1997 and the site/company has grown from a hobby to a very influencial UK wedding business. We are...

Harry, monday 18-May-26 17 5,943
leni
Can someone show me their budget - approx 6k
leni, 4 January, 2009 at 22:24

We are in the very stages of planning and we don't think we can do it on our budget! Looking at a 5-8k budget, December weekday wedding with 50-65 guests Unsure of whether to have Civil at the venue...

Stephen, monday 18-May-26 15 5,588
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DJ v.s a band.
xoxoxo2017, 31 March, 2014 at 15:46

My OH and I both love a bit of Ska and love acoustic sounds (we used to be "ravers" believe it or not).... my OH is a big lover of music and is taking charge of all aspects of that (i only get to...

sahilverma3, monday 18-May-26 22 2,586
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Bridesmaid help
Danniella, 11 March, 2025 at 21:30

I have 5 bridesmaids (3 friends, my sister and my partners sister). My partners sister is young so wouldn’t expect her to be involved at all, but I’ve had barely any help from the other 4. I thought...

Harriet, sunday 17-May-26 34 346
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Paying a security deposit for MUA
Miss B 2 be Mrs H, 8 September, 2013 at 20:40

Ok, so I have FINALLY found a hair and mua I love and she is available on my date. However, according to her website you pay for the trial after the trial and pay for the wedding day on the wedding...

Jake, sunday 17-May-26 13 2,290
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Ideas for children's activity/party bags?
LeicesterBride, 16 January, 2012 at 11:31

Hi all, We have around 25 children aged 2-8 coming to our wedding, and a further 10 aged 8-12. Originally we'd thought of having a children's party in an adjoining room for a couple of hours whilst...

John, sunday 17-May-26 11 8,706
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Confused - English Guide to Planning a Wedding Needed!
Kemonna, 18 September, 2023 at 05:32

I’ve heard planning a wedding, especially on your own can be really stressful and with only three months to go before the big day, I’m feeling the heat. I’ve never imagined having to ever plan a...

Urvaashi, saturday 16-May-26 3 66
RomanticGreenDiamonds943
Etiquette for inviting family members boyfriends/girlfriends
RomanticGreenDiamonds943, 23 July, 2017 at 10:45

Hi, I really just wanted to get some opinions from those actually planning a wedding on what is considered correct. My boyfriend of 5 months', step sister (on his dads sides) is getting married soon....

Soniya, saturday 16-May-26 7 2,800
EPW Photography (HIB)
Advertising advice
EPW Photography (HIB), 25 February, 2011 at 15:43

Hello Ladies. I need your help if you have a spare minute. I haven't advertised for ages (apart from the Hitched suppliers directory of course!!) and don't know what is the best option. Did you book...

Belinda, saturday 16-May-26 22 3,123
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Tactfully cancel makeup?
LuxuriousGreenDecor728, 16 January, 2017 at 20:34

I could really use some advice. I went for a makeup trial with a lady I found online. At the time I thought she did a pretty good job. But when I got home I didn't feel the "wow" feeling. My partner...

Ryan, saturday 16-May-26 4 2,291
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Timings
Katy, 7 April, 2024 at 23:26

Hello We are having a very informal wedding and a bit different to usual. We have sent out invites but I’m wondering if my timings sound okay. 2pm private ceremony (20 guests)3.30 reception drinks and...

Aswet, saturday 16-May-26 5 121
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Mp3 player for pa system suggestions
Claire, 8 August, 2024 at 11:32

Hi all, as we're only having a small wedding we haven't hired a DJ and are using a PA Sytem instead (PANIC) rather than having to take my laptop to the venue, does anyone have any suggestions for an...

Gülcan, friday 15-May-26 14 256 2
Caroline
Electronic Invites
Caroline, 9 April, 2025 at 17:28

Hi I've recently set up our website, I'm trying to understand how to send electronic invites and if I can customise them . I can see how you add names to the guest list and it provides a generic...

Willium, friday 15-May-26 11 118 1
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[Ring] Should be a happy day, but I'm so disappointed and frustrated!
BlondeBride307, 16 December, 2015 at 00:53

I should preface this by stating that there are far more serious problems in the world than engagement ring difficulties, and I'm afraid this post might seem somewhat superficial. However, this is a...

Willium, friday 15-May-26 15 3,440
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Changing rsvp event name
Hayley, 4 May, 2025 at 07:41

Hi, I have 2 events for guests to RSVP to. Currently set as ceremony and evening reception. Am I able to change the terminology to day guest and evening guest? Or are they fixed. Thank you

CarmenCHunt, friday 15-May-26 10 190 1
Victoria
Hotels in Northamptonshire
Victoria, 28 April, 2024 at 16:50

Hi there! Please can anyone in the Northamptonshire area recommend any hotels for a possible wedding venue?

Riya, friday 15-May-26 2 35
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Table Plan
Cathy, 20 April, 2026 at 21:56

Does anyone know why when you update our Table Plan in the Chart Format, but you then switch to List View it does not update - the List View keeps showing an older version

Barry, friday 15-May-26 3 25 1
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Videographers are too expensive, shall i ask my guests to capture videos throughout the day?
martin011, 15 June, 2023 at 16:01

I would love to have a wedding video but videographers are too expensive. One idea I had was to ask a few key people to capture video on their phones throughout the day. My nephew said he can edit...

Henry, friday 15-May-26 18 362 1

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