MAKE MINE A MARQUEE

Ramside Hall is the North’s leading luxury wedding estate offering a whole plethora of magical wedding opportunities for couples. Nestled within 350 acres of private grounds and extensive gardens, Ramside Hall  Hotel invites you to experience a midsummer wedding in their summer marquee

Designed for the ultimate wedding celebration, the marquee is fully heated and equipped with private bar facilities, beautiful draping, gilded chandeliers and its own dance floor, creating the perfect backdrop for a romantic summer celebration. Enjoy a summer cocktail in the beautifully landscaped garden before your wedding breakfast and evening reception under the roof of your very own wedding marquee.

TAKE YOUR LOVE TO NEW HEIGHTS

Experience something a little extraordinary with a wedding in The Treehouses at Ramside Hall. Where romance and nature marry, creating an infinitely magical and intimate celebration

JUST THE TWO OF US –  FROM £1425

The ultimate package for those marrying and dining à deux

Room hire of the two bedroom suite Treehouse

Cocktails on the treehouse terrace (two per person)

Spa use

Romantic three-course menu for two with a bottle of Sommelier's choice of wine

Overnight accommodation in a Treehouse Suite

A bottle of Taittinger and chocolates in the Suite for the wedding couple

*Ramside Hall Hotel can provide legal witnesses. Subject to availability and out of season discounts do not apply

JUST A FEW OF US – FROM £2950

For a gorgeous gathering of up to 40

Room hire of a Treehouse

Reception drinks on the Treehouse terrace for all your guests

Luxury three-course menu with sharing platters served to the table

A selection of red, white and rosé wine

Overnight accommodation in the full treehouse

Full spa access the following day for the couple

*Subject to availability and out of season discounts do not apply

Ramside Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Club, Carrville, Durham, DH1 1TD

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Woodhill was our family home, purchased in 1995. Halfway up the drive, you’re surrounded by thick woodland and you see the house peeking through, and that’s when our love story with this estate started.

Throughout the years, we’ve continually renovated and extended to create a boutique luxury wedding venue with a personal feel, while our team go above and beyond to ensure that a couples’ wedding is truly unique and personal to them.

We’ve heard there’s some exciting new renovations coming in 2024, talk us through them. How will they enhance the Woodhill experience?

We’re very excited to have started renovating and extending our Orangery to enable us to dine up to 110 wedding guests. Once that’s finished, with the fabulous Olive House and Teepees, we’ll have three unique spaces for couples to call their own during their wedding celebrations. We’re also revamping our Teepees to create an unforgettable party space.

On top of this, we’re creating three new bedrooms and additional toilets on the ground floor of the main house, each inspired by our love of ornithology, our Greek heritage and the beautiful local countryside.

WHEN WE CREATE ROOMS AND SPACES, WE WANT THEM TO BE EXCITING, VISUALLY INTERESTING AND HAVE THE ODD SURPRISE – THINK WILDLY WONDERFUL WALLPAPERS AND UNUSUAL DECORATIVE ITEMS PURCHASED FROM FAR-FLUNG PLACES.  

CORRINNE, WOODHILL

What do couples tell you that they love most about Woodhill?

That it’s an independent wedding venue offering a highly personalised service. We’re also entirely exclusive, and located in a very private part of Northumberland quite unlike anywhere else.

What’s the most picture-perfect location at Woodhill?

You’re spoilt for choice, we have fabulous panoramic views all around Woodhill – even from the bedrooms. The driveway, in front of the Orangery, the Olive House and Elephant Courtyard are my favourites.

We’ve heard so many great reviews about your food offering at Woodhill, talk us through your marriage menus.

We have a fabulous team of chefs, headed up by our Executive Head Chef, Paul Amer. They can create amazing, personalised menus for couples – everything from canapés incorporating your favourite flavours to customised fine-dining dishes.

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What’s your favourite place at Woodhill?

This is a difficult question, I love the drive.

Another is the Olive House, which was created during lockdown. The simplicity, white lines, high ceilings, fabulous halo chandeliers and views over the fields from the elevated glass balcony all add to the magic.

We hear you’re a keen traveller, give us one of your bucket-list destinations.

Japan, which we hope to go to in April 2024, once all the building work has been completed!

Keep up to date with the developments on Woodhill’s socials here or why not book your private tour of Woodhill here.

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3pm - Arrive with your party and check into the stone-built cottages and pods, homely havens with a neutral luxe aesthetic

5pm - Chat through the final details with your wedding coordinator before enjoying a drink at the bar as guests arrive

7pm - Hungry? A hearty Northumbrian meal is served in the Cart Shed to enjoy with family and friends before retiring to your cottages for a blissful night’s sleep

THE CEREMONY

9:30pm - Suppliers arrive to set up while the bride and her maids get pampered with breakfast delivered to the door. Morning mimosas anyone?

12pm - The bar opens where the groom can mingle with guests and enjoy a nerve-easing nip of whiskey before heading to the stunning ceremony space, the Threshing Hall

1pm - Ready for the ultimate aisle entrance? The bride can journey straight from The Coop, down the brand new purpose built staircase and onto the aisle. Minimum wind-ruining-hair moments, maximum impact.

THE CELEBRATION

1:30pm - Get that customary confetti shot down the olive tree-lined walkway before enjoying an outdoor drinks reception on the sun-soaked courtyard, with canapés, free-flowing fizz and flawless countryside views

3:15pm - Guests are seated in the Great Barn for the newlyweds entrance and speeches before the food offerings begin

6pm - Hearts and stomachs full, tea and coffees (or espresso martinis, your choice) are served in the Cart Shed while evening guests arrive and the Great Barn is set up for the evening

7:30pm - The cake is cut and the party begins, with carriages at 1am and a honeymoon suite for the happy couple

THE DAY AFTER

10am - Chat, laugh and reminisce on the wedding of the year as all overnight guests enjoy a hearty hangover-curing brunch.

11am - Head back to your rooms, pack your bags and enjoy the last few moments at this country haven

*Please note*: This is just a representation. Weddings at Doxford Barns are completely customisable. Get in touch with their dedicated wedding team now to put together your dream day.

Ready to embark on THE perfect wedding day that can only be done at Doxford Barns? Head to their dedicated Guest List Page for more details and to book your consultation today.

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Can you tell us a bit about what you offer brides, pre- and post-wedding?

Pre-wedding hair and make-up planning is absolutely vital. At the salon, we offer facials, including dermaplaning, which are guaranteed to have a bride’s skin looking its very best ahead of the day. We also share our tried-and-tested tips and tricks with brides so that they can recreate the look at home. In terms of hair, we can see our brides-to-be for cuts, colours and extensions, as well as for general advice on how we can achieve their dream wedding hair for the main event.

We’ve heard you’ve launched into hair and beauty products – can you share any details about the ranges you’ve developed?

So I now have my own haircare range! It’s for all hair types, including extensions. It’s argan oil-based, has all-natural ingredients, and the range is completely vegan. I’ve also launched my own line of strip lashes. They’re specifically designed for brides: not too heavy, and great for shaping eyes and finishing off any big-day look. And, as a bonus, they’re completely reusable too!

What make-up products would you never leave the house without?

This changes from season to season, but never without our own medical-grade SPF and primer, and a great setting spray.

Any new services that readers should know about?

Well, it’s not a brand-new service but it is a brand-new advanced technique for brows! My new semi-permanent brows are much softer and less abrasive than the old style; the technique’s great for shaping the brows and allows me to go over old existing brow work. It’s a really quick process and relatively pain free.

IDEALLY, I’D SEE MY BRIDES THREE MONTHS BEFORE THEIR BIG DAY SO THEY CAN GET THE MOST OUT OF OUR SERVICES. THEIR HAIR AND MAKE-UP TRIAL IS NORMALLY BOOKED IN FOR SIX WEEKS BEFORE THE WEDDING DATE. 

TO COVER ALL OF THE ESSENTIALS, WHAT WOULD ONE OF YOUR PRE-WEDDING CLIENT’S TIMELINES LOOK LIKE?

Found a match made in heaven? Check out Lisa Jones' profile to get all the details in book in your appointment today to look your absolute best-self on your special day.

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Lemmington’s two-night wedding experience ticks all the boxes for contemporary couples. Head up the picturesque driveway and check into your private home-from-home before enjoying welcome drinks, cocktails and canapés and an intimate rehearsal dinner including free-flowing wine.

2. THE SUITE LIFE

Their aim from inception to completion was to raise the bar across all aspects of luxury weddings, from their marriage menus to creating outstandingly beautiful bedrooms and they have done so - with aplomb.

4. I DO DELIGHTS 

Lemmington Hall offers four exquisite ceremony spaces. Choose from the tranquil Water Garden or the picturesque West Terrace for the perfect outdoor ceremony. The Forgotten Tower and Grand Staircase provide stunning ceremony backdrops indoors.

5. YOUR CELEBRATION CONCIERGE 

Lemmington love stories and celebrations are encouraged to be as wild, flamboyant or lavish as their hosts permit and couples are encouraged to engage their dreams and consider them as their celebration concierges.

6. SCINTILLATING DINING 

Settle down with your guests in the Forgotten Tower, a history-rich space marrying woodland magic and gilded glamour, and enjoy a five-course wedding feast prepared for you by Lemmington’s award-winning Executive Head Chef and his team.

8. MUSIC IS THE ANSWER 

The evening comes to life in the lavish Music Room, where up to 100 guests can dance the night away or spill out onto the West Terrace to enjoy a BBQ supper.

9. RELAXED ROMANCE 

Slip into a serene first morning as newlyweds, starting with a delicious Northumbrian breakfast served either in your suite or with your guests in the dining room.

10. ROSES ARE RED 

Each couple is invited to plant a rose in Lemmington’s gorgeous grounds before they check out . This will bloom for years to come and provide a poignant marker of your unforgettable celebration.

Fallen head over heels? Check out Lemmington Hall's Guest List Profile here for even more exclusive details on this fantastic venue.

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What is your ultimate WOW bridal product? 

The Nudestix Nudies Bloom Blush Sticks - amazing for giving a glowing flush of colour to the cheeks and lips

What 5 Top tips would you give a bride for preparing for her makeup trial? 

1) Be prepared with images of makeup that inspire you (avoid pinterest as there are alot of overly filtered images, searching hashtags on Instagram will get you more realistic, true to life images)

2) Up your water intake! Hydrated skin is happy skin 

3) Wear a similar tone top to your dress to your trial 

4) Bring any makeup or skincare products that you really love to show your artist

5) Most importantly, be honest! If you are not keen on something, let us know so we can tweak and change things to get your bridal makeup perfect

I NOW HAVE A STUDIO IN OUSEBURN NEWCASTLE WHICH IS AVAILABLE TO HAVE TRIALS AT, AND ALSO OCCASION MAKEUP. I ALSO OFFER MAKEUP LESSONS AND COMING SOON WILL BE A BESPOKE SKINCARE AND MAKEUP PERSONAL SHOPPING EXPERIENCE.  

KIRSTEN

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT AS A BRIDAL MUA?

My bridal service is very personalised and tailored to you, I love getting to know you and your bridal party, finding out all about your wedding plans; I love for my brides to feel like they have a friend there on the morning of their wedding rather than just a makeup artist.

To find our more about Kirsten, head to their dedicated Guest List profile. Be sure to give her a follow on Instagram!

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- Exclusive use of the boutique

- Complete privacy in the luxury fitting room

- In house bespoke alteration service

WE ASK OUR BRIDES TO HAVE AN OPEN MIND – OUR IN-HOUSE TEAM WILL SUGGEST STYLES FROM YOUR IDEAS AND VISION, SO SOMETHING YOU NEVER EXPECTED TO LOVE MIGHT JUST BE THE PERFECT ONE. AND, ALWAYS TRUST YOUR GUT 

ACCENT ADVICE

ENDLESS OPTIONS

You’re invited to browse the extensive rails of world-renowned designers with complete freedom, picking out your favourites while being guided by your personal stylists.

#ONTHERAILS

+ BLUE BY ENZOANI

+ LOVE

+ Q’NIQUE

+ ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA

+ MODECA [NEW]

+ CASABLANCA [NEW]

+ BELOVED [NEW]

GAYLE FORCE FASHION

- Bespoke Embroidered Initial and Date Veils

- Appliqués and Added Materials

- Capes, Straps, Sleeves

- Bridal Jackets

WHAT BRIDES SAY

“MY DRESS SHOP EXPERIENCE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN ANY BETTER. I WAS MADE TO FEEL BOTH SPECIAL AND WELCOME FROM THE SECOND I WALKED IN. THEY TOOK MY IDEAS AND ADDED THEIR OWN; AND THE END RESULT WAS MORE THAN I COULD HAVE EVER DREAMED OF.”

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THE WILDINGS

The Wildings is one of Northumberland’s hottest new wedding venues. Rustic-chic in its aesthetic, this exposed-brickwork space offers both intimate and large-scale celebrations with a licensed ceremony room, a banqueting hall fit for wedding breakfasting on everything from foodie-friendly locally-sourced fare to high-end street food, and 17 individually-designed bedrooms. Check out the details over on their Instagram.

ROYLE FOREST 

Set in a magical 200-acre forest on the Derbyshire-Staffordshire border, Royle Forest is a new wedding venue that will fully immerse you and your guests in nature from the moment you step through its swan gates. Woodland walks, firepits, tipis, a stone ceremony chapel, beautiful bar, infinity dancefloor and all the fairytale feels. Check out their Instagram to see this venue in action!

PEAK EDGE HOTEL 

Perched above the historic market town of Chesterfield on the edge of Derbyshire’s Peak District, Peak Edge is a brand new venue that’s sure to make a splash in 2023. With cosy corners, an incredible level of hospitality and two trend-tastic ceremony spaces (high ceilings galore!), this venue is perfect for wonderfully homely weddings with an added element of luxury. Find out more on their Instagram.

HIDDEN OAK - TEESSIDE 

Calling all cool couples: brand-new Teesside venue, The Hidden Oak has opened for business, and this farm-based beauty may be just the answer to your big day dreams. Nestled in 200 acres of verdant splendour, the private-hire, barn-style space boasts epic amounts of natural light, high ceilings and oak beams, while the courtyard offers plenty of toasting and photo opportunities. And with tipi vows amid the immaculately maintained gardens, summer lovers can embrace the versatility of an indoor-outdoor wedding.

HALTON GROVE - CORBRIDGE  

The moment is finally here! Rural-luxe Northumberland bolthole Halton Grove has opened its doors. Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows, rustic exposed stonework, larch cladding and original timber features, the long- awaited exclusive-use wedding venue is a sympathetically-updated stables complex, combining ceremony and reception spaces with a capacity for 75 to 200 guests. Add to that seven en-suite double rooms and a dreamy woodland enclosed bridesmaids’ cottage – complete with an outdoor hot tub – and you’ve got the perfect weekend wedding oasis. Bookings for 2023 and 2024 are being taken now. Check out their Instagram to discover more details!

Feeling inspired? Our Be Inspired section is home to everything you need to plan the perfect wedding, from seasonal floral displays and styling advice to the latest in bridal fashion. 

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Gown hunting brides, if you're looking for a handmade wedding dress that represents you and you only, Daniel might just be your guy.

Talk to us about your background. When did your passion and love for dresses begin?

I guess I wanted to become a dress designer when I was around eight years old when I noticed the amazing looks at red carpet events on the TV. I always knew fashion was the direction for me and it soon it became a fascination, all be it slight obsession, of wanting to know how clothes were produced at the couture level. I started my fashion journey at university (Uclan) where I studied fashion design.

Why did you want to start your own label?

It was a way for me to embrace my own take on fashion and to find the signature Daniel Chu style. I wanted to be able to create what I wanted with no restrictions and have always looked up to amazing designers who have very distinct signature design styles in their own right, particularly the late and great Alexander McQueen, Viktor & Rolf and Valentino to name a few.

What inspires your designs?

The most random things that are around me, I tend to dream up a lot of my designs through story telling, locations and scenarios. As I work with all of my clients directly and individually, I take a lot of inspiration through their desires and aspirations in what they ultimately want for their wedding day.

What does bespoke mean to you?

I believe bespoke is an art form that is declining in numbers as new technology and advancements in the garment industry continue to grow leaving the traditional bespoke garment industry to diminish.

THE DANIEL CHU BRAND IS HERE TO RAISE THE SPIRIT OF BESPOKE AND KEEP THE ART FORM ALIVE IN THE NEW ERA OF THE FASHION INDUSTRY.

DANIEL

Trends you see being popular in bridal fashion for 2022/23?

Less is more is a big trend that I see on the rise. A lot of brides want to achieve the perfect balance of modern contemporary yet classic bridal look, and there is no better way to create that look by focusing on the silhouette, cutting and style lines to give off the effortless look that also isn't overtly minimalist.

Where do you hope your brand will be in the next 10 years?

I hope to expand the brand to eventually have its own stand-alone store where clients and admirers are welcome to come see the dresses and enjoy a cup of coffee.
I’d also like to eventually launch seasonal and exclusive collections that would be available directly through us or with stockists around the UK and Globally.

How would you describe your typical bride? Who is she, and what does she stand for?

They are individuals who are typically looking for something more than just a dress off the rail, and they take great pride in looking for a dress that is fits perfectly on them that also hides and disguises conscious areas, as this is something we would work around together when designing and create bespoke pieces.

ON SUCH STRESSFUL YET WONDERFUL DAYS LIKE A YOUR WEDDING DAY, MY GOAL IS TO WORK WITH CLIENTS TO GIVE THEM SOMETHING THEY FEEL COMFORTABLE YET CONFIDENT IN.

DANIEL

If you'd like to chat to Daniel about creating your dream dress, get in touch with him via the contact form at the bottom of his profile now. All clients receive a full consultation at Daniel's studio in Manchester, and a true fashion fanatic's expertise at your disposal throughout the process. What could be better?

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Talk us through Blue Bow's beginnings...

I’ve been in the industry for such a long time now, it’s part of my DNA. I had itchy feet for so long to open a second boutique in the area close to where I lived so when the right property became available we just went for it and have never looked back.

How did you come up with Blue bow's name?

I knew the name I wanted even before we had found the perfect boutique! It goes back to the wonderful bridal tradition of something blue and tying the knot. We decided to entwine a little luck into our name, so when a bride buys her dress from us, we are her something blue, her lucky charm.

What do you love about your job?

Every day is different in the boutique, it’s always filled with high energy, love and happiness. It doesn’t feel like a job at all, we spend our days becoming a bride's extended family!

Favourite label at the moment?

Stella York is definitely our brides' most loved label but we are extremely excited by the new Tiffany’s bridal collection this season, they have really raised the bar for exciting designs at an affordable price point and amazing quality. Our brides are going to fall in love with their gowns this year, its a very strong collection.

Price range?

Our dresses range from £400-£1800. We always work closely with our brides, listen to what they are trying to achieve and make sure we are considerate of their budget.

Why is blue bow different?

We are extremely confident that our unique combination of expertise, passion for what we do, personal touches, luxury setting, and of course, stunning dresses means we offer an unrivaled experience that will be cherished forever.

What's the one thing you would change in the industry?

No shows. Occasionally brides make appointments and just don’t turn up or let you know they have found their gown, it costs the industry so much when just a quick message is all it takes. If they don’t let us know, our boutique will be empty for two hours. Regularly we have extra staff in to cover the appointment and we could have sold a dress to another bride in that time so it’s an expensive, empty two hours. It’s the most frustrating thing that we have to deal with and sadly is becoming more regular.

What gets you up in the morning?

Usually, it’s my three-year-old little man wanting breakfast , but really it’s the knowledge that we are going to be making dreams come true and bringing visions to life – there are not many professions that get to say that every day.

What do you love about being on the Belle Bridal Guest List?

Being a guest list member is more than just an advert in a magazine. It’s extra support when we’d need it, being part of a community of other industry professionals to share views with and so much more. We have been a member since the start and we love everyone at Belle and what it stands for.

To find out more about Blue Bow Bridal, head to their dedicated Guest List profile and be sure to give them a follow on Instagram!

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