South Wales has it all. Fairy tale castles, cascading waterfalls, golden beaches, plunging valleys. It’s not surprising that the Celtic region has become quite the idyllic backdrop for romantic wedding proposals and indeed, the driving force behind some incredible outdoor wedding proposal ideas.
So what are the best tips for planning a wonderful winter wedding? One overarching notion is to embrace the season. Don’t think ‘how can we have a fabulous wedding despite the winter’, but ‘how can we have a fabulous wedding because of the winter’. Harness all the exciting opportunities colder weather and darker days can bring. Here are our tips on how you can do just that.
As autumn kicks in, few things appeal as much as some perfectly spiced food. Perhaps it’s the depth of the warmth it delivers on a cold day. Perhaps it’s the all enveloping aromas. Or perhaps it’s the comfort it provides – after a chilly, wet day, a spicy dish is like a big-hearted hug, or cwtch...
Rising from the soft hills of South Wales, are blunt summits bare and bleak, looming under changing skies. The Brecon Beacons are a wild place. The type that broods beyond rural villages, inviting wayfarers. A mountainous landscape of swirling cloud and howling wind.
We all have our opinions on the Government’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic. However, we can agree the rules created have been hard to follow, sometimes hard to understand, and in the case of weddings – baffling.
It might seem odd writing about wedding trends, when at present, weddings are not permitted. Or if they are, it’s under exceptional circumstances and for a maximum of six guests. Not exactly the dream wedding scenario most have nurtured in their minds for years. However, all hope in not lost. Weddings will happen again, and whilst we may have to come to terms with guest limits for now, creativity and passion cannot be stifled by a pandemic. In the spirit of positivity, we’ve investigated wedding trends we’re likely to see in 2021 and beyond.
Summer has a fleeting ripeness. Each long day is a blessing, but also a challenge. Many of us feel a pressure to live life to the fullest, and squeeze from the day every last drop of sweetness.
Then autumn arrives and the crispness in the air and the falling leaves are as familar as the smell of home. It’s a slow and cosy season, a time for reflection and nostalgia. Something about it feels rather cwtch.
Weddings may have resumed after a long hiatus, but a lot of what we associate with them hasn’t. Big crowds, congo lines, photoshoots and drunken debauchery…a lot of people want these on the guestlist.
If you're marrying in 2021, we’ve looked ahead to the best wedding trends for your inspiration. Take it in, mull it over, and pick and choose according to your every whim. Who knows, looking at other people’s style may make yours more evident. We don’t get many wedding days, so it’s worth pinching the best bits from other peoples’.
One of the things we love best about living in South Wales is the contrast between town and country. Indeed, we are close to Cardiff, but judging by the variety of beautiful wild places, nature reserves and idyllic parks you might never guess so. Here are some of our favourite outdoor locations and beauty spots near Bridgend, Swansea and Neath. Cycling trails, nature walks, picnic spots, sculpture gardens and so much more abound, while most sites also tend to be family and dog friendly. Whether you want a great walk, outdoor activities or just a relaxing day out, the following are ideal: