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Wedding Planning

Wedding Planning

This month we look at how Hand Picked Hotels’ dedicated wedding coordinators can help to make your big day extra special

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Childhood sweethearts have their fairy tale wedding

Childhood sweethearts have their fairy tale wedding

Some people are just meant to be together forever – childhood sweethearts, Becca and Alex certainly were. This is their story…

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Scottish Charm

Scottish Charm

As one of the most stunning parts of the UK, Scotland is a popular wedding destination. For Matt and his newlywed Lauren, who has family ties to this unspoilt and beautiful country, it was a no-brainer and Norton House proved to be the perfect venue.

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The wedding exit - then and now

The wedding exit - then and now

While having your guests throw rice at the end of the ceremony used to be tradition, there are now so many other options to create a wedding send-off that you will not forget. Take a peep at our favourites…

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The A to Z guide to planning your wedding - part 2

The A to Z guide to planning your wedding - part 2

There is so much involved in planning a wedding, that it can often feel a little overwhelming; fortunately our A to Z of wedding planning, which covers every part of the process, should help to make things easier.

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Getting married in Guernsey

Getting married in Guernsey

Easily accessible via an hour’s hop from the UK by air or a pleasant three hour sea voyage, if you are looking for a stunning island destination for your wedding, Guernsey won’t disappoint.

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How to have a beautiful budget wedding

How to have a beautiful budget wedding

Despite having a limited budget, Lizzie and Mark were still able to find the perfect wedding venue with wow factor at Buxted Park Hotel in East Sussex.

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A gamer themed wedding

A gamer themed wedding

It’s not often a bride walks down the aisle to the theme tune of Final Fantasy but this is a traditional wedding with a twist.

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The A to Z guide to planning your wedding

The A to Z guide to planning your wedding

There is so much involved in planning a wedding, that it can often feel a little overwhelming; fortunately our A to Z of wedding planning, which covers every part of the process, should help to make things easier.

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The Perfect Island Venue

The Perfect Island Venue

Situated within miles of golden beaches, St Pierre Park Hotel, set in 35 acres of landscaped gardens, is an unforgettable setting for a wedding reception.

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