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When James Gatward first opened his workshop in Hitchin's Market Square in 1760, King George II was still on the throne, and the Industrial Revolution had yet to reshape Britain. What began as a small enterprise crafting timepieces for the Georgian gentry has since grown into an extraordinary legacy spanning nine generations. Discover his advice in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.

Bursting with romantic charm, South Farm is a unique barn and country house wedding venue on the Hertfordshire/ Cambridgeshire borders, and looking after its little part of the world is a big priority for the team. With a stunning location, a lovingly restored Grade-II listed farmhouse, a beautiful summerhouse set in formal gardens, a magnicent Tudor Barn and other converted barn buildings, it provides a host of enchanting indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces, whatever the weather. Discover his advice in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.

Set within the historic grounds of the Luton Hoo Estate, The Conservatory sits at the heart of a beautiful six-acre octagonal walled garden, surrounded by stunning scenery and supported by a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional events. For nearly 200 years, the garden served as both a botanical haven and the Estate's centre for fruit, vegetable and cut-flower production. Today, it is home to The Conservatory and is being lovingly restored to reflect its original purpose. All proceeds from venue hire directly support the Refurbishment Project. Discover his advice in our December/January issue, available to download for free now.

Introducing Sally Brown, the photographer behind Perfect Memories Photography. With years of experience behind the lens, Sally has taken the wedding industry by storm, offering a relaxed and friendly approach that focuses on helping clients feel confident, comfortable, and like their truest selves. Discover more in our October/November issue, available to download for free now.

Your wedding photos are one of the few things you'll keep long after the big day is over. So, it's worth investing in a photographer you trust. That said, you don't have to blow the budget to get beautiful images. We caught up with photographer Tim Payne to discuss some clever ways to make your money go further. Discover his advice in our November/December issue, available to download for free now.

The team at Amy's Bakehouse is thrilled to announce they've moved into a larger new premises, marking a new chapter of growth for the business. The spacious new kitchen is fully equipped, enabling the team to create more beautiful cakes than ever before, including more wedding orders without compromising on quality. With additional space, the team has the freedom to explore new techniques and adopt larger, more ambitious designs. Discover more in our October/November issue, available to download for free now.

When it comes to English countryside elegance, Vilma and Tom planned the perfect wedding straight out of a storybook. Think Jane Austen vibes with romantic styling, a pastel colour scheme and stunning florals. After falling in love with St Joseph's Catholic Church and South Farm, the pair brought their vision to life with help from the experts. Discover the wedding in our August/September issue, available to download for free now, where Vilma shares details about their special day.

Taylor was working in Cyprus when she met Ellie, who was on holiday and had just lost her shoe. Afterwards, they got chatting and instantly made a connection. Taylor comments, “When we left the bar, I realised we hadn't exchanged contact details, so I trawled through Facebook trying to fi nd Ellie among around 75,000 people. Eventually, I found her, added her, sent her a message, and we stayed up until 4 am messaging. We met one final time before she went home, and I knew she was the one. “Once she got home, we played a game called 'Odds On' that ended up with her agreeing to come back out to Cyprus to visit and stay with me – and it worked! Two weeks later, she came back and we spent seven days together – we've literally been inseparable ever since!” Ellie proposed at Disney World, Florida, in front of the castle, as this had always been Taylor's dream. And just like that, their new chapter began. Discover the wedding in our August/September issue, available to download for free now, where Taylor shares details about their special day.

Discover an array of top venues around North Hertfordshire, perfect for all types of weddings from intimate barn settings to grand, elegant manor houses. Discover more in our August/September issue, available to download for free now.

These gorgeous gowns by Caroline Castigliano are sure to turn heads with elegant necklines and intricate details. Discover more in our August/September issue, available to download for free now.