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Discover Little Vintage Teacup in Tring

For some, wedding planning can be a little daunting and overwhelming. That's why it's so important to work with trustworthy, reputable suppliers who are not only experts in their field but will also work with couples every step of the way to bring visions to life. At Little Vintage Teacup, the team offers a range of services alongside vintage china hire. Their services are available for special occasions, including weddings and bridal showers, with a selection of hire packages, delicious afternoon tea (served on beautiful vintage china), tea and coffee service, buffet stations, setting up, clearing down, delivery, collection and complimentary washing up with all bookings. The team has everything covered so couples can sit back and relax, knowing everything is in good hands.

Don’t let your wedding decor go to waste: five creative ways to repurpose it!

With the time, money and effort you put into creating the perfect wedding setting for your special day, it only makes sense to make the most out of it, don't you think? If you want to give your decor another ounce of life but are not sure how, look no further. Experts at Diamonds Factory have shared five ways you can repurpose your wedding decor beyond the ceremony. 1.Get creative and repurpose your extra wedding invitations into a DIY project.

Six things you need to insure when tying the knot

As wedding season draws nearer, couples are scrambling to tie up loose ends and ensure their special day goes off without a hitch. Amidst the excitement and anticipation, there have been 11K Google searches for 'wedding insurance' in the past month alone. The insurance experts at Bionic have looked into some of the most useful insurances to have for your big day. As of 2023, the average amount spent on wedding venues in the UK was nearly £8,000, meaning a significant amount of money would be at stake if the day were to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances affecting the venue. Similarly, the average spent on wedding videography and photography was nearly £3,000. In the event of any technical faults on the day, you could be at risk of memories of your special day not being captured, and also losing out on thousands if you weren't to take out cover.

Exchange vows at Woburn Orangery Weddings

The Woburn Coffee House, with the picturesque Woburn Orangery overlooking the private walled garden, is a beautiful boutique wedding venue. Nestled in the heart of Woburn, the excellent combination of elegant décor and friendly atmosphere offers a truly special location. Woburn Orangery Weddings has exclusive use of the entire Woburn Coffee House. The White Room is a secluded and characterful setting on the upper floor for the bridal party to be pampered by hair and make-up artists on their special day. Exchange vows in The Woburn Orangery, a romantic space that can host ceremonies and receptions with 48 loved ones. The Walled Garden is an enchanting private setting for photographs, reception drinks and canapés – it's the perfect setting for guests to enjoy. The Old Front Restaurant welcomes loved ones and can be used as a reception drinks area should the weather be inclement, while the Snug is the heart of the home for the formal meeting with the registrars.

Leading Celebrant says industry needs infusion of new talent

The UK celebrant industry is seen as boring and is ripe for reinvigoration, according to Richard Lavender, founder of UK Celebrant Academy, a new training company for modern celebrants. There is now much more demand for celebrant-led ceremonies than ever before, as people want weddings that reflect their unique stories and values. "Celebrants, unlike registrars, provide completely unique and personalised ceremonies, with no limitations on location or content. But there are a lot of celebrants who are providing boring cookie cutter ceremonies. The Celebrant industry needs an infusion of new blood that will bring energy, humour and fun to special days whether they are weddings, funerals, baby naming or vow renewals," says Richard.