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Has anyone used the Franke A1000 coffee machine? Thoughts on performance and reliability?

In a week's time it will be exactly six months since our wedding and although we have a trailer, we don't have our video from our VOG. The contract says nothing about how long it takes but I remember...

Hi, we are planning to have an independent celebrant conduct our wedding ceremony but we need to complete the paperwork at the reg office beforehand. Apparently we need to have 2 witnesses to sign...

I'm getting married next May and have been asked by my MoH to create a WhatsApp group chat of all the people I'd like to invite to my hen party, then leave the group chat so that she and the...

Hi All, I have looked into wedding insurance, is there a company that is better than others or are they all fairly similar? Would anyone recommend any at all? Thanks

I’m getting married and I’ve gone for a two course meal, so we will get a hot dinner and a pudding for after the ceremony . I was going to have a buffet at the night time, but I decided to have a...

Hi everyone, I'm wondering what the norm is when it comes to negotiating with vendors... I've had a few quotes back for various different services, from flowers to make-up and photography. Did...

Hi. Trying to plan a small wedding with 30ish guests. Looking to rent a large house for the reception with a DJ, marquee in the garden and a couple of food trucks, rather than the usual formal sit...

Hi all, bit controversial I fear, but is there a way I can say 'don't smoke here' without being mean or coming off as too judgemental??? The issue is our venue includes a conservatory and outdoor...

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

Has anyone been able to add menu options to the hitched wedding website RVSPs?

Hi My partner of 18 years has been battling a T4 malignant tumour in his oesophagus over the past year. Many rounds of chemo, infections, a full stomach removal and partial oesophagus removal later...

Ive been looking at places to go for a hen night out. I came across the Chicago Rock hen package which is called 'Last Fling Before the Ring' It got me thinking, its a common idea that the hen/stag is...

Hi, Has anyone come across or booked the band ‘The Vanquish’ for their wedding? Looks really good on YouTube and Facebook but any feedback from people who have used them would be much appreciated!...

Can anyone recommend any nice or funny poems or messages to write in a hen book? My mind is completely blank and I need some inspiration! ?

Who do people have their wedding insurance with?

Hey savvy savers 💸 Everyone’s talking Black Friday deals, but what about saving BIG on your wedding? Now’s the perfect time to book your vendors - don’t wait, they won’t last! 🖤 Where to find our...

Just wondering if brides to be have booked hair and make-up with the same person, or separately? Thanks

Hi all, due to budget reasons we are thinking of getting a cake from M&S, Waitrose or maybe Cloud Nine Cake Center. Howeverrrrr... we are staying in a hotel for two nights before the wedding. I am...

I had this question as well! It turns out, from me looking at your profile, that I think we may be getting married at the same venue! 🤍🤍 we’re March 2025 I’ve not met anyone with the same venue yet!

Hey ladies I was wondering if any of you ladies had a tick list or check list that you work towards. I am a super organised person, but unsure where to start with planning my wedding, could benefit...

Hi everyone - I'm wondering if anyone might have tips or ideas for some elegant but non floral centrepieces? I've never really loved cut flowers and find some of the smells overwhelming, and a bit...

Hi everyone, I'm getting married this month!!! We are in the final stages of paying everything off and I'm now working on bridesmaid gifts. On the morning I'm going to give my bridesmaids a gift bag...

Good Afternoon ladies ") I have a question there is a document that needs to be signed after we get married with our two witnesses also. Do I sign with my old signature? or with my new surname? I am...

Having just read an article on this very website, it suggests that wedding insurance is something often overlooked by couples planning. After a very brief look into it, I wasn’t able to find any...

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...

Just wondered if there's a few who's in laws get involved in helping to pay or helping to plan, etc? My in-laws don't know anything, aren't paying for anything, don't ask about anything. I tried to...