North East laydees! If you find yourself at a loss this Bank Holiday Sunday, this is exactly where you should be – visiting my friends at Belle Bridal Magazine and their fabulous Wedding Wonder Show.
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There’ll be a champagne reception, amazing goodie bags and the team are raffling two bridesmaid dresses courtesy of Fever London and an Eliza Jane Howell wedding gown worth £1,180 courtesy of Kathryn Trueman! They also have a fashion and floral art show lined up for you too, sponsored by Jules B.
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Doors open at 12pm. Entry is £2, £4 for a family of four and £1 for concessions.
March 15th, 2013 |
Brides Up North: UK Wedding Blog
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You know what this Sunday 17th March is don’t you (well, yes, it is St Patrick’s Day, but set down your pint of Guinness for a minute… we have plenty of that on tap too)…
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It’s ONLY our BIGGEST EVENT of the entire Brides Up North Spring Season (and the LARGEST FREE ENTRY BRIDAL EVENT in the whole of the North East, to boot)!
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Hurrah!
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Now this event I really am very, very, VERY excited about – we’ll be at Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham next Sunday with over 90 (yes, that’s nearly 100 – you read that right!) of the region’s finest wedding industry suppliers in attendance, from wedding dress boutiques, to fabulous flowers, to event dressers, to magicians, and it’s all there for YOUR benefit. Free of charge (yes, you read that bit right too).
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There really is no other bridal event in the North East to be at this weekend – come along to meet, taste, try on, touch, watch our two professional bridal catwalks, check out this beautiful venue, be thoroughly inspired, pick up some amazing on the day discounts and get your – again completely free – VIP Bride to Be goody bag too.
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Now, as a blogger and event host, I can say this hand on heart: whilst magazines and online resources are great for inspiration and ideas, there’s no substitute for meeting your potential suppliers in real life and seeing their products first hand before making a booking. That’s why we work so hard to bring the wedding blog to life in the real world at these events: quality suppliers, the best in the industry, local to you – and, like the blog, no entry fee or cover price. Just lots and lots of wedding inspiration from the likes of:
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House of Fraser, Smooch,
Snaparazzi Photo Booths,
Stem Ginger,
Susan’s Bridal,
The Candy Stand,
The Durham Cake Company,
The First Class Wedding Company,
The Little Bridal Company,
The Master Cakesmith,
The Wedding Dress Company, Accent Bridal,
AJ Bridalwear,
Alan Gibson Photgraphy,
Debenhams Wedding Gifts, Elliott McCarthy Dental Care,
Eve Photography,
Exclusive Wedding Cars,
Exclusively Yours,
First Glance,
Fleur Couture Floral Design,
Focal Point Photography,
Funky Flower Company,
Glen Roughead Swing Singer,
Graphic Embers,
Gray Events Ltd,
GS Studio Photography,
GW Holmes & Son,
House Of Mooshki,
Ideal Photos,
Joshua James,
Just Perfect,
Ken Hills Photography,
Kiss The Bride Magazine,
Lee Scullion Photography,
LG Design Studio,
Limelight Photobooth Hire,
Little B Stationery,
Love Is Sweet Company,
Love Lily Cakes,Viroch Elegance,
Wedding Pages,
Wild Brides At Heart,
Xtraordinary Photography,
LPG Endermologie Clinic,
Merlin Wedding Cars,
Mobeus Jewellers,
Molton & Brown,
Moss Bros Hire,
One Digital Image,
Party Godmother,
Amore Brides,
Bar 4 Hire,
Bella Sweetie Cake Design,
Belle Bridal Magazine,
Bridal Beauty by Lydia Jane,
Cavanagh Couture,
Celebration Cakes Peterlee,
Claire De Lune Florist & Events,
Damian Hall Photography,
Dandy Events,
Darlington Weddings,
Paul Lytton North East Magician,
Pop Up Studios,
Posh Chair Covers & Bows,
Pure Wedding Stationery,
Quills Millinery,
Ramside Hall Hotel,
Rings By Design,
Roger Burlison Photography,
Rosemount Designs,
Ruby Shoes,
Sareli Jewellery,
Simplicity Weddings,
The Wedding Guide,
Think Visual,
Top Table Films,
Troughear Suit Hire Ltd,
Village Photography,
VIP For Your Special Occasions,
Virgin Holidays
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So, will we see YOU there?
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VIP Bride-To-Be registration is OPEN at the North East’s Largest Bridal Event – The Brides Up North Super Showcase Grand Wedding Exhibition at Ramside Hall Hotel – Make sure to reserve your VIP Goody Bag while stocks last.
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Sunday 17th March 2013
The Brides Up North Super Showcase Grand Wedding Exhibition
To register for a FREE Brides Up North VIP Bride-To-Be Goody Bag packed with mags, treats and gifts from Brides Up North and our sponsor House Of Fraser fill in your details below, marking “Ramside Hall” in the subject line and quoting “VIP”. You can collect your VIP Bride-To-Be Goody Bag upon entry to the event.
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You can also email julia@bridesupnorth.co.uk if you do not wish to use the contact form. VIP Bride-To-Be Goody Bags are limited and subject to availability. We operate a first come, first served policy.
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NEW EXHIBITORS – we are about to close sales for this season. To be a part of the magic and for exhibitor and pricing details please email me at julia@bridesupnorth.co.uk ASAP. Front page ads are just about to run across every huge title in the North East area!
February 26th, 2013 |
Brides Up North: UK Wedding Blog
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Regular readers of the wedding blog will know that I support regional luxury lifestyle magazine etc with a monthly column keeping their North East readers on the pulse of all that’s happening in the bridal world. Click here to see the latest features.
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Meanwhile, Georga, my colleague and etc’s editor has been in touch to keep Brides Up North updated about their bridal events this Spring. The first will be held at the luxurious Linden Hall, in Northumberland, on Sunday March 3rd 203 and the other at Rockliffe Hall on March 24th 2013.
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Georga says: We started the wedding events at Rockliffe Hall last year and they proved such a hit that we have now decided to extend into the Northumberland area. Linden Hall is a beautiful venue and we’re calling out to all brides and grooms-to-be to come along and join in the fun. There’ll be plenty to see and do and we have hand-picked the best exhibitors from across the region.
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At both events, which will be held from noon to 4pm, there will be free fizz, catwalk shows and top-class wedding exhibitors. They will feature everything from bridal gowns to hats and groomswear. Some of the best wedding photographers in the industry will be there to showcase their talent and there will be a range of cars you can choose from to help you travel in style on your big day.
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Georga adds: The wedding exhibitions are always a great day out for brides and grooms-to-be. The last one we held at Rockliffe Hall attracted more than 450 people and we’re hoping all our events this year will have a great turn out. We’ll be hosting catwalk shows at the events and they always go down well with the ladies. We have some stunning collections lined up for the models to strut their stuff in. We’ll also be featuring for the first time mother-of-the-bride outfits from Jules B.
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Brides-to-be and their families can expect five-star treatment at the wedding shows. On arrival each bride will receive a goodie bag and glass of champagne, then have the opportunity to browse around the stalls.
The show also provides the ideal chance for guests to look around these two stunning venues and see how their big-day dreams could become a reality there.
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We’ve done all the hard work by carefully selecting the very best exhibitors. Brides and grooms-to-be can come along knowing we are showcasing only the finest in the wedding industry. The events will be ones to remember.
February 19th, 2013 |
Brides Up North: UK Wedding Blog
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Have you been living under a rock?
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If not – and especially if you follow the blog over on Twitter and Facebook – you’ll probably have guessed that I am just a little bit excited about our newest SUPER show on the block, theBrides Up North Bridal Bonanza Grand Wedding Exhibition at the gorgeous 4* Hardwick Hall Hotel in Sedgefield, County Durham.
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Whoot!
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We are very proud to run OFFICIALLY the largest and most exciting FREE ENTRY bridal exhibitions in the North East (our last epic event at Hardwick’s sister hotel, Ramside Hall, attracted over 2,000 visitors in one afternoon – now that’s big!) with two specially choreographed professional fashion shows and almost (and sometimes over) 100 exhibitors at each, tempting on the day discounts and stuffed goody bags tailor made for each event. I might like things big and exciting, but I also like them personal.
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And yes, you read that right, the events are FREE ENTRY. Cos I love ya, baby.
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So, get the first of our huge North East events firmly in the diary (in indelible pen please) and come along to support the most fabulous wedding suppliers in your area – I only work with the best, dahlings – for an inspiration packed afternoon of all that is pretty, new and super gorgeous in the wedding industry. And the most important bit? Local to YOU.
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VIP Bride-To-Be registration is open at the North East’s Most Exciting New Bridal Event – The Brides Up North Bridal Bonanza Grand Wedding Exhibition at Hardwick Hall Hotel – Make sure to reserve your VIP Goody Bag while stocks last.
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Sunday 24th February 2013
The Brides Up North Bridal Bonanza Grand Wedding Exhibition
To register for a free Brides Up North VIP Bride-To-Be Goody Bag fill in your details below, marking “Hardwick Hall” in the subject line and quoting “VIP”. You can collect your VIP Bride-To-Be Goody Bag upon entry to the Bridal Bonanza.
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You can also email julia@bridesupnorth.co.uk if you do not wish to use the contact form. VIP Bride- To-Be Goody Bags are limited and subject to availability. We operate a first come, first served policy.
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And can I vouch for the beautiful 4* wedding venue that is Hardwick Hall Hotel? Well, I chose it to host my own wedding day back in October 2012 – a smattering of images below – and what’s a better recommendation than that?!
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My team and I work really hard for months in advance to make these events really special for our visitors (we started planning this event back in August)! Just some of the wonderful wedding people you will meet on Sunday 24th February 2013 include…
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Brides Up North (of course!), Beckwith Events,
Belle Bridal Magazine,
Cavanagh Couture,
Celebration Cakes,
Chiyo McMillan Photography,
Cordelia & Co,
Damian Hall Photography,
Dandy Events,
Daniel Lewis Photography,
Debenhams Wedding Gifts Metro Centre,
Eve Photography,
Exclusively Yours,
Gray Events Ltd,
GS Studio Photography,
GW Holmes & Son, Ideal
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IsaBelles Brides,
Just Perfect,
Kellen Dance Academy,
Kellys Event Boutique,
Limelight Photobooth Hire
, Little B Stationery,
LMS Events & Entertainments,
Lovedub Cars,
Martin Ker Photography,
Mia Sposa Bridal & Menswear,
Mobeus Jewellers,
Nigel Playle Photography,
Paul Lytton Magician,
Pure Wedding Stationery,
Roger Burlison Photography,
Rosemount Designs,
Ruby Shoes,
Sarah Ford Textiles,
Sareli Jewellery,
Snaparazzi Photo Booths,
The Psyche Department Store,
The Wedding Guide,
Village Photography,
What Katy Did Next,
Grange Photography,
Wild & Wonderful,
Kiss The Bride Magazine, Love Is Sweet Company,
Greenwoods,
Vision Hair & Beauty,
Wedding APP UK,
Wedding Pages,
Enchantments Florist,
Susan’s Bridal,
Millennium Limousines,
Elliott McCarthy,
Glitz and Glamour Hair & Makeup,
LPG Endermologie Clinic,
Jeff Dingle,
Everything But The Dress,
House Of Fraser, Molton & Brown and many more… .
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So, with that lovely lot waiting for you en masse, we’ll see you on Sunday!
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NEW EXHIBITORS – we are about to close sales for this season. To be a part of the magic and for exhibitor and pricing details please email me at julia@bridesupnorth.co.uk ASAP. Front page ads are just about to run across every huge title in the North East area.
You’ve probably guessed it already, given that I can’t stop talking about how gorgeous this venue is, but I am thrilled to be able to announce this afternoon that we are partnering with CWC Malings in the early summer of 2013 to open up this new wedding venue to the public and bring you a special marqueeBrides Up North Luxury Wedding Exhibition at Thorp Perrow, with exclusive access to both this beautiful stately home and it’s utterly beautiful grounds. The date is set, so mark in in your diaries – Sunday 12th May 2013 – this is one not to miss.
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And that’s not all! We do work hard here behind the scenes at Brides Up North you know!
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North west brides, I have been promising an event your way for a while now and the time has finally come to announce our first Brides Up North event collaboration in the North West. Hurrah! I am over the moon to be working with the authentically vintage and fabulously stylish space that is The Bowdon Rooms in Altrincham to bring you your first ever Brides Up North Luxury & Vintage Wedding Exhibition at The Bowdon Rooms on Sunday 19th May 2013. Another one to mark down now – VIP Bride to Be registration will be open for both events very shortly!
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So, the Brides Up North event calendar for Spring 2013 currently looks like this (er, wow!), with luxury bridal events with carefully selected partners at their stunning venues a-plenty. We are super excited to get this New Year started, and can’t wait to welcome you to one or more of our shows. You know that I won’t let you forget any of these dates, but I wanted to share the news here first!
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Watch out for VIP Bride to Be registration for your preferred event opening very shortly!
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YORKSHIRE: Brides Up North Luxury Wedding Exhibition at Allerton Castle, Knaresborough – Sunday 17th February 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) – 40 of the region’s very finest suppliers in this stunning North Yorkshire castle setting, rarely open for public viewing. This venue is magical and has to be seen to be believed.
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NORTH EAST: Brides Up North Bridal Bonanza Grand Wedding Exhibition at Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgefield – Sunday 24th February 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) – A huge show with 80+ of the North East’s best bridal exhibitors at this 4* country house venue – the setting for my own wedding, actually, with huge banqueting spaces and beautiful parkland. Throw in two professional fashion shows and this will be a day jam packed with wedding inspiration
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YORKSHIRE: Brides Up North Luxury Wedding Exhibition at The Mansion, Leeds – Sunday 3rd March 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) -One for the fashionistas, this chic private wedding venue on the edge of Roundhay Park will host the most beautiful celebrations and will be full of the area’s best suppliers for one day only.
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NORTH EAST: Brides Up North Super Showcase Grand Wedding Exhibition at Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham – Sunday 17th March 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) -The big one! Our biggest event in the calendar sees over 100 of the North East’s most fabulous suppliers all under one roof, plus two professional fashion shows. Don’t miss it! Seriously.
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YORKSHIRE: Brides Up North Luxury Wedding Exhibition at Nostell Priory, Wakefield – Sunday 7th April 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) -This stunning stately home and newly renovated event space is one not to miss from your venue hunt. Browse the National Trust gardens and parkland before stopping by to meet over 35 of the area’s top wedding suppliers.
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YORKSHIRE: Brides Up North Luxury & Vintage Grand Wedding Exhibition at The National Railway Museum, York – Sunday 21st April 2013 (10am- 5pm, Free Entry) -A huge and premium brand new show at a VERY exciting new venue! Join over 60 of Yorkshire’s absolute finest exhibitors at Brides Up North’s first ever luxury and vintage event in the heart of York. The beautiful vintage trains will keep the boys happy too…
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NORTH YORKSHIRE: Brides Up North Luxury Wedding Exhibition at Thorp Perrow, North Yorkshire– Sunday 12th May 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) -The one everyone is dying to see, this newly-open-to-the-public venue throws open it’s doors with it’s first ever bridal event this Summer. Bring a picnic, you won’t want to leave!
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NORTH WEST: Brides Up North Luxury & Vintage Wedding Exhibition at The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham – Sunday 19th May 2013 (12pm – 4pm, Free Entry) -The North West’s most fabulous will be joining us for a day of inspiration at this beautiful, authentic space. Our first show in the North West, and one most definitely for the diary.
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Exhibitors – some of of events are already sold out and the rest are filling quickly. For event information and booking details please email julia@bridesupnorth.co.uk ASAP to avoid disappointment.
