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Small ceremony with large party/reception 2 weeks later
RomanticIvoryDiamonds239, 13 June, 2015 at 11:17

Hi everyone I am new to this site and looking for some advice please. We are getting married next year with a very small ceremony (just us and our parents). We are planning a big celebration 2 weeks...

Kate, sunday 25-Jun-23 6 2,896 1
doodlegram
Unusual Themes - Maths/Physics
doodlegram, 7 September, 2012 at 14:18

Good Afternoon hitchers! Now after several unsuccessful forum searches, there appears to be no one with a Maths/Physics Wedding Theme on hitched, and not any unusual theme posts... (unless I'm using...

Jordan, friday 23-Jun-23 14 3,617
Mrs*W*2B
The Duke of Portland...Belle Epoque's sister restaurant
Mrs*W*2B, 29 February, 2012 at 23:21

Hi, Has anybody heard of or been to The Duke of Portland in Northwich? It is the Belle Epoque's (knutsford) sister venue and although it sounds a bit more informal (it's a gastro pub not really a...

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Pedicure
Rebekka, 15 June, 2023 at 13:40

Good day! On such a sunny day, I want to put on sandals and go for a walk. But to put on sandals, I need a beautiful pedicure, what do you think, what color of pedicure is in trend now?

Rebekka, thursday 15-Jun-23 26
babybirdandmouse
Guest List - 50/50?
babybirdandmouse, 4 March, 2011 at 18:11

As I am sending our wedding invitations out over the weekend, I was wondering how split is your guest list. Is it 50/50? We only wanted a small affair but Andy way outnumbered my guests so I have...

Pauline, friday 9-Jun-23 13 2,372
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June 2023 Brides
Sarah, 23 August, 2022 at 09:27

Hey everyone! Any one else getting married June 2023? Where are you at with it all? I've been in a quiet period as everything is done that can be done at this stage... I've had a lull for the last 3-4...

Samantha, tuesday 6-Jun-23 8 323 1
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Witnesses for 9th June 2023 Wedding, Morden London
Helen, 28 April, 2023 at 09:58

Hey folks 👋🏽 My fiancé and I are getting married in Morden, Friday 9th June at 2:45pm and are looking for two witnesses. Happy to pay 😃 If you are local and free, or know anyone who would be...

Niyaldn, tuesday 6-Jun-23 3 161 1
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Registrar stress
ExpensiveBrownConfetti49830, 3 April, 2020 at 23:47

Hi all, We have paid for a deposit for an Essex venue on 12th March. I work in a school and have been so preoccupied with work and then preparing for closures, I haven’t had the chance to call the...

Helen, thursday 1-Jun-23 4 1,382
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Adult guests pay for their meal??
, 10 March, 2012 at 23:02

Hi all looking to get married - nothing big just reg office then hall / is it wrong to ask adults to pay for their meals and we pay for children?! Thanks x

Jasmine, wednesday 31-May-23 90 9,310
Estina
Suppliers guilt
Estina, 18 May, 2023 at 20:53

Has anyone else felt what I'm calling suppliers guilt. We verbally agreed to work with a lovely lady for our invitations and I contacted her last year October. All the quotes have come though but it...

PhotographybyBillHad, sunday 28-May-23 3 252
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Alcohol - volume purchases
Mr_P, 14 February, 2017 at 16:01

Hello everyone Hope you've all had a great Valentines Day Quick question - when volume buying alcohol, is it as cheap these days to get from the supermarket or is Europe still the best option? We're...

Dakota, friday 26-May-23 11 9,786 1
AuntieBJ
where did you get your wedding rings?
AuntieBJ, 3 September, 2013 at 11:55

This is my engagement ring: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Yellow-Ladies-Diamond-Linked-Trinity/dp/B000X6W0QS/ref=sr_1_1?s=jewelry&ie=UTF8&qid=1378205492&sr=1-1&keywords=celtic+ring I want a...

Gary, thursday 25-May-23 18 2,601
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Hen Do
Crystal, 6 May, 2023 at 18:55

So torn between Liverpool and Bournemouth for my hen do. Anyone been to either for a hen do? Spill me the details!!!!

Crystal, sunday 21-May-23 8 105
August 24 Bride
Help!!! How to word no children under 12 at my wedding?!?
August 24 Bride, 15 May, 2023 at 10:42

Currently in the process of drafting our wedding invites and i need help!!!!! Very controversial - but I simply don't want YOUNG children at my wedding. When i say young, i mean children who are not...

RomanticGreenStation, monday 15-May-23 2 190
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Registry office wedding, how does it work??!
MRSLUXTON2B, 6 August, 2014 at 20:41

Hi all so we are having a registry office wedding now I no each one is different but how does it work with songs? Vows? Readings? Etc I had hoped we can write our own vows and my brother could do a...

Angela, friday 12-May-23 6 21,037
Sarah
Guest transportation
Sarah, 7 May, 2023 at 01:56

When it comes to transport for your guests who should pay? We are having our ceremony and reception in the same place but, do we provide transportation for day and evening guests or not?

RomanticGreenStation, thursday 11-May-23 11 379
cantwait2bMrsC
Do i need a bridal handbag?
cantwait2bMrsC, 17 February, 2009 at 15:37

OK normally i would jump at the chance to get a new bag but i cant help thinking buying one of the typical wedding type clutch bags is a waste of money. There are some gorgeous beaded/detailed/satin...

Geogina, thursday 11-May-23 14 8,964
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need some help with names to put on hen party t-shirts
meganhowatson, 9 May, 2012 at 19:04

Dont mind if they are nice/naughty or tacky i just neep help names are Amy Megan Gail Louise Shelley Sarah Brenda Dot Trica Jill Joan Pauline Angie Tracey Amanda Lyndsay

Kerrie, saturday 6-May-23 30 110,148
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Saving where it can't be touched!
BrideFeb2019, 23 August, 2017 at 23:54

I've been engaged over 2 years now, but just decided a date and started planning! One thing I'm concerned about is saving. I want to be able to see the money going up, but not touch it! Has anyone got...

Jacson, friday 5-May-23 3 1,637
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What kind of kitchen do caterers need?
sugarloaf, 12 July, 2012 at 01:11

I think I've found a reception venue that works for us- 10 min drive from ceremony venue, looks nice, is quite inexpensive to hire, and communication so far has been brilliant. And no extra charges...

Gordon, wednesday 3-May-23 2 883
SoontobeMahoney
Cost of overnight accommodation at our wedding venue- thoughts please
SoontobeMahoney, 24 January, 2012 at 20:22

Hi all Hope your wedding plans are coming along nicely! I wondered if I could get your opinions on this....... Me and my fiance have found the most beautiful and perfect venue for our wedding in 2013,...

Clare, tuesday 2-May-23 48 5,828 1
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Ceremony time/ change of wedding date
Ellen, 2 May, 2023 at 12:38

Hi everyone, Feeling a little bit stressed, I have provisionally booked my wedding on the 24th August next year which is the bank holiday weekend. The registrar can only offer 11:30am or 2:30pm for...

Clare, tuesday 2-May-23 4 245
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Hen do ideas
Lilacbouquet, 5 September, 2017 at 16:20

I am a little stuck for hen do ideas. We are in Lincolnshire. Could I have some inspiration as to what you lovely ladies are doing for yours?? Are you planning it or are your bridesmaids?? Thanks in...

OasisBEE, tuesday 2-May-23 10 1,759
Shnarfy1
OT Annoying postman!!
Shnarfy1, 14 August, 2010 at 23:51

This is so completely totally off topic! I live in a small block of flats which has a video intercom system at the entrance, it has a trade button which postmen can use to access the building. Every...

Helsenki, sunday 30-Apr-23 8 7,955
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Mother-In-Law Nightmare!!
ExpensiveYellowConfetti904, 3 October, 2017 at 13:41

Hi all, A little advice for dealing with a little situation with the mother in law that isn't very nice! My mother -in-law is a known trouble maker and we have had various issues over the years. She...

Helsenki, sunday 30-Apr-23 2 1,475
*Cloud9*
wedding car hire - need a remortgage!!!!!!
*Cloud9*, 11 May, 2012 at 14:48

Blimey...... wedding = noughts I think!! Just rang up to get a quote to hire a sports car (Lambourgini) as a surprise to get my OH to the wedding venue on the big day (I'm staying at the venue the...

Ian, friday 28-Apr-23 18 2,723
MadamRed
Wedding websites - are they worth it?
MadamRed, 24 August, 2014 at 20:58

Seen a good deal on Save the Dates which are about as in keeping with our invitations as I'm going to get without going down the custom design route (and without spoiling the surprise for the...

Mobilunity, friday 28-Apr-23 8 1,750 1
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Real or artifical flowers? Help please :)
Msc, 17 April, 2023 at 20:13

Looking for advice, so many people have recommended artifical or even dried flowers, rather than "real" flowers. Thoughts please? Looking to save some £££ as everything is mounting up of course! Thank...

MrsM2B, thursday 27-Apr-23 16 364 1
Jorge
Looking for York aspiring videographer to capture our October wedding
Jorge, 22 April, 2023 at 14:53

Hello everyone! My partner and I are getting married in York in October of this year and we're on the lookout for a young/aspiring/student videographer to capture our day. We're hoping to find someone...

Jorge, saturday 22-Apr-23 28
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Wedding entertainment advice - Interactive jukebox & Casino
kay_, 3 August, 2015 at 12:38

Hi everyone! I'm new to this forum so hope I'm posting this in the right place! I'm getting married next year - 31 July 2016 - and I've got most things booked & done except the entertainment. We...

Oshosre, saturday 22-Apr-23 9 1,670
MrsLtobe
Hen Night - Facebook?
MrsLtobe, 11 December, 2011 at 15:50

Hey all, I think it might be easier to put my hen night up as a (private) facebook event and give details that way, what do you think? Is that tacky? It's just for a meal and night out really, I'm...

Melissa, wednesday 19-Apr-23 8 2,895
Mrs*W*2B
Ideas for unique evening entertainment
Mrs*W*2B, 25 September, 2012 at 20:29

I feel like we will be putting a lot of focus on the ceremony eg really nice venue, musician during ceremony,champagne, nibbles etc then we will be moving on to a plainer venue for the sit down meal...

Dajes58679, wednesday 19-Apr-23 15 34,025

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