When it's time for you look for local businesses to help you with your wedding, take a look at our advertisements below. Most will have links to their own websites. These advertisements are updated regularly so please revisit often and mention An Essex Wedding when making any enquiries.
All the latest wedding news for couples getting married in Essex, along with bridal fashion and beauty inspiration and honeymoon ideas.
Fancy a lighter hair colour? Find out how to achieve it with Salon Central's Lauren Powell
Getting your hair from a dark colour to a light blonde can be a journey. That's why we asked hair expert Lauren Powell of Salon Central Colchester for her top tips on achieving your dream colour...... read more
Posted: 7 July 2020
Gift cards UK's most popular gift during lockdown
New research from the Gift Card & Voucher Association (GCVA) reveals that gift cards were the most popular gift purchased during lockdown, and with healthy and safety measures in place for a little longer yet, and the wedding scene not quite back to what it was before, the gift card could still be the best go-to option for gifting yet!... read more
Posted: 3 July 2020
Get advice from Essex wedding transport company Vintage Dreams
Adrian Emberson of Colchester wedding transport company Vintage Dreams Wedding Cars gives us his top tips on what to consider before booking your wedding car... read more
Posted: 2 July 2020
The future of hen parties post-Covid
In a recent survey held by the alternative hen party planners, CLUCK, a whopping 86% of people have postponed or cancelled their hen party due to Covid-19, or knew somebody that had. Which means a massive backlog of hens gagging to celebrate when it's safe to do so. But as we are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel, what will the future of hen parties look like?... read more
Posted: 1 July 2020
Meet Alison of Essex wedding florist Alison White Wedding Flowers
We chat to wedding florist Alison of Alison White Wedding Flowers about how they landed their dream role and what their top wedding tips are for couples getting married in Essex... read more
Posted: 30 June 2020
Trust in your stay with Laura Ashley Hotels
Laura Ashley Hotels is offering up to 15 per cent off and free cancellation* on all bookings to ensure peace of mind when arranging a post-lockdown escape. Ahead of reopening on 6th July 2020, Laura Ashley Hotels has also launched its Trust in Your Stay programme showcasing their commitment to the wellbeing and protection of their guests and team, and to ensure a safe, clean and comfortable environment.... read more
Posted: 29 June 2020
Hand Picked Hotels' chairman and CEO Julia Hands announced today the re-opening of the hotel group on 4th July with the introduction of a new offering of custom designed and curated stays for guests. A home-away-from-home country house hotel experience with each moment spent marked by traditional warmth and contemporary luxury will be enjoyed by every guest. Hand Picked is inviting couples, groups of friends and family, colleagues and individuals to have their ideal break tailor-made as lockdown eases. Each party will have a dedicated 'Hand Picked Host' looking after them throughout their stay, adhering to the highest standards of service, safety, cleanliness and comfort possible.... read more
Posted: 26 June 2020
Looking for a gorgeous coastal Essex Wedding venue? Check out East Mersea Hall
Are you searching for a gorgeous country wedding venue in Essex? East Mersea Hall Wedding and Events Venue is the perfect coastal big-day setting with so much to offer...... read more
Posted: 25 June 2020
News for nearlyweds in the latest government announcement
Lockdown/quarantine/isolation however you describe it we've all felt the restrictions of the situation physically and emotionally. Thanks to our wonderful NHS and the will of the British public coming together and getting the pandemic under control, we can now start to see our - dare we say it - 'normal' lives returning.Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we saw so many wedding businesses adapt to the current situation with innovative ideas to ensure couples could still continue to think and dream about their wedding days. Cake makers started sending taster boxes in the post, venues offered virtual tours and zoom meetings became the new normal.... read more
Posted: 24 June 2020
We chat to Essex wedding photographer Bloomwood Photography
We caught up with Emma and Ross Hammond of Bloomwood Photography to find out about the talented Essex wedding photographers and what they can bring to your big day.... read more
Posted: 23 June 2020
Make the most of the summer with your wedding photos - with Essex wedding photographer Scott Miller
If you're having an outdoor summer wedding, you may be wondering how you can make the most of the season with your wedding photography. We ask Scott Miller of Boutique Wedding Films & Photography.... read more
Posted: 18 June 2020
Essex wedding videographer Maulkerson Cinematics gives us its top tips
Essex wedding videographer Maulkerson Cinematics tells us why making room in the wedding budget for a videographer is the perfect way to capture big-day memories.... read more
Posted: 16 June 2020
De Vere reopens with Wellbeing at Heart
De Vere, a collection of historic mansion house estates and distinctive contemporary hotels, has launched new packages ahead of reopening on 10th July 2020, with 10 percent of each direct bedroom booking going to NHS Charities Together. Ahead of re-opening, De Vere has launched its Wellbeing at Heart programme to ensure a healthy and safe stay for guests and a safe working environment for its team members.... read more
Posted: 15 June 2020
Want to create a natural look for your wedding flowers? We ask Essex florist C Taylors Floristry...
Basildon wedding florist C Taylors Floristry talks us through how to create a relaxed, bohemian and informal vibe for your wedding flower arrangements and bouquets...... read more
Posted: 11 June 2020
Essex wedding band The Daisy Bowlers launch virtual choir
The Daisy Bowlers and Essex-based Waterside Choir were determined to keep their comradery going by continuing to put their music out into the world, so the virtual choir was born.... read more
Posted: 9 June 2020
Join Essex bridal boutique Dress Code Nine's VIP waiting list
Have you spent lockdown scrolling through beautiful wedding dresses, just waiting until you can visit some of Essex's best bridal shops? Make sure you're on the VIP waiting list for Dress Code Nine so some amazing offers.... read more
Posted: 4 June 2020
We love historic Rochford wedding venue The Lawn
As a family-run business, wedding couples can expect the highest levels of service and catering whether they choose to hold their full wedding day there or just their reception.... read more
Posted: 2 June 2020
New colour coordinated accessories from Miss Milly
Award-winning accessory brand Miss Milly, is launching in July a new cufflinks collection which can colour match with the company's main jewellery ranges to suit the whole wedding party colour scheme.... read more
Posted: 1 June 2020
How to store your Champagne if your wedding has been postponed
With the pandemic affecting the wedding industry in unimaginable ways, many couples have had to face the heartbreaking decision to cancel or postpone their weddings. Here, Francoise Peretti, Director of Champagne Bureau UK, shares her five simple tips on how to safely preserve your champagne during the pandemic.... read more
Posted: 30 May 2020
2020 award finalist makes the perfect wedding gift
Berserks GlassWorks' fused glass pocket hearts - which were Finalists in the Giftware Association Gift of the Year competition 2020 - would make the perfect thank you gift at weddings, favours, or perhaps a token gesture to send loved ones during lockdown.... read more
Posted: 29 May 2020
When all this is over, Pink Vanilla Events are getting ready to party
Pink Vanilla Events, organisers of the super-fun Pink Stiletto Nights, has announced it will be hosting its fab hen parties at Essex Wedding venue Orsett Hall.... read more
Posted: 28 May 2020
Big milestone for wedding ring specialists
Smooch has been selling wedding rings to couples at home for the last 20 years. The company has now sold more than 100,000 rings and to celebrate this achievement, the business is running a special offer...... read more
Posted: 27 May 2020
Essex wedding venue Marks Hall Estate hosts its first Facebook Live wedding fair
Wedding planning doesn't have to stop because of coronavirus. Join Essex country wedding venue Marks Hall Estate for its live wedding fair on Facebook on Sunday 31st May.... read more
Posted: 26 May 2020
Financial considerations for couples planning a wedding
Svenja Keller, head of Wealth Planning at Killik & Co has some stellar advice for couples that are planning their weddings; and what better time to get your finances in order than in lockdown?!... read more
Posted: 25 May 2020
Top 5 Tips to Celebrate Your ‘Would Have Been’ Wedding Day
Wedding and event planner Hannah Rose, Complete Rose Events, wanted to bring some positivity to couples to say that your 'would have been wedding day' doesn't need to be a sad day! She has 5 top ideas for you about how you can still celebrate during lockdown... read more
Posted: 22 May 2020
Unlike a national magazine, An Essex Wedding is packed with area specific features, venues in your area, inspirational real weddings and regular features on bridal fashion, beauty,
photography,
cars,
stationery,
flowers,
cakes,
music,
entertainment,
catering,
hair & beauty, etc.
So when you decide to look for local suppliers, wedding retailers and service providers, our magazines can really help you plan your wedding.
We also have regular exciting competitions and giveaways, expert question & answer pages and lots more. Quite simply, all the information you will ever need to get married in your area.
We have 19 wedding titles covering counties and regions throughout most of England and Wales. An Essex Wedding is available to download for free as a high quality eMagazine. Titles covering other areas are available here.