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Choosing the perfect photographer for your big day can feel stressful. Trying to find a supplier that you get along with, that suits your budget and fits the vibe of your day can feel impossible, but don’t panic; there is a supplier out there for everyone!
Once you’ve chosen your venue, start looking for your photographer right away. Especially if you’re planning a summer wedding, as photographers can get booked up years in advance.
If you’re not sure where to start, when I got engaged, I looked through wedding magazines, websites and Instagram to narrow down our list to five potentials. We emailed all of them and asked for their brochures and price lists. Once they’d all responded, we looked through the images and decided on the style that we liked (the fun part) and how much we wanted to spend (the not-so-fun part). We organised video chats with two of them and felt an instant connection with the photographer who was recommended to us by a friend. He was lovely and put us both at ease right away, so we decided to hire him.
If you’re feeling nervous in front of the camera, I recommend organising a pre-wedding shoot. We decided to book one, and although we were very nervous, I’m so glad we did it. It’s a great way to get to know your photographer and see how they work before the wedding day. Plus, you’ll come away with some beautiful images that you can use on your big day stationery.
To help you find a photographer, we’ve put together a feature introducing some of the region’s best suppliers.
Happy planning!
Melissa x |
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| Spotlight on... South Suffolk |
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Retreat East
Set within a tranquil wellness retreat in the heart of Suffolk, Retreat East offers a taste of wedding heaven. Designed by owner and architect Dominic Richards, the beautifully restored dairy farm includes an original 16th-century farmhouse and 16 stylishly converted barns with beamed ceilings, freestanding bathtubs and a country chic vibe – perfect for pre- or post-wedding rest and relaxation.
Surrounded by 35 acres of countryside and wildflower meadows, it’s a quintessentially English setting. Whether you’re looking for an exclusive use wedding or a smaller, more intimate affair, you can enjoy a tailor made experience for your special day.
Nestled in its own private walled garden, The Farmhouse is licensed for ceremonies and oozes character and charm, or you can tie the knot in the oak-framed Great Barn, ideal for larger gatherings; it can host up to 150 guests and is the perfect place to continue your celebrations. There’s a bar area next to it where family and friends can mix and mingle and a terrace to relax and unwind, cocktail in hand.
You can spend the night before your wedding at The Inglenook, complete with a free-standing bar and festoon lighting. You can toast marshmallows by the fire, sip mulled wine and dance the night away.
Visit: www.retreateast.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 19 of the current issue available now: www.youreastanglian.wedding/free-download |
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| Belles & Beaus has added new services to its existing offering |
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Belles & Beaus, a venue styling company in Norfolk, has added new services to its existing offering. The first is a large soft play area for under five-year-olds. It's white, so it will complement any theme, and it includes floor tiles, a ball pool, a slide, building blocks, tipis, ride-on cars and bouncy animals. The company is also offering a mobile bar service called The Swan Bar. Offering up to 16 feet as a straight bar or a 360-degree circular bar fully stocked with a range of beer, lager, cider, wine, soft drinks, a cocktail list and a hydration station, which can include Boba bubble tea.
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| The latest addition to Dr.PAWPAW's multi-purpose skincare range |
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YOUR gorgeous SKIN hydrating face mist (£15) is the latest addition to the award-winning ultipurpose skincare range from Dr.PAWPAW. This naturally fragranced, ultra-lightweight vegan formula delivers three powerful benefits in a single, delightful spray saving you time space and money. Hydrating, smoothing and soothing, the mist is enriched with the range's hero ingredient papayaluronic providing the nourishing and soothing effects of the papaya extract, teamed with hyaluronic acid's hydrating properties. It's positively packed with skin-loving ingredients! Use before and after make-up or throughout the day for an instant burst of hydration.
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| Sweet escapes |
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Enjoy a relaxing minimoon in some of the UK's best boltholes come rain or shine - it's the UK after all.
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
12 Jan 2025 - Hedingham Castle Wedding Show
Bayley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3DJ
www.countyweddingevents.com
19 Jan 2025 - Hintlesham Hall Wedding Show
Hintlesham, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3NS
www.countyweddingevents.com
26 Jan 2025 - Braxted Park Estate Wedding Show
Braxted Park Estate, Great Braxted, Essex, CM8 3EN
www.countyweddingevents.com
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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| View the latest issue of Your East Anglian Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your East Anglian Wedding is now available for free – simply follow this link to download the latest issue. For even more inspiration, you can also check out our previous issues.
Interested in areas outside of East Anglia? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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