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Destination wedding

By admin on March 24th, 2006

Ah, Britain… what will the weather be like today? If you’ve ever had to wear a sweater in the height of summer or gone short-sleeved in the middle of December you’ll know exactly what I mean. This country is renowned for it’s ability to be completely nonsensical in the weather stakes. So, instead of hoping for the best, why not run off somewhere abroad and and get some guaranteed sun (or guaranteed freezing if that’s what you want). Tips for the day after the jump.

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Venues, Wedding Planning

It’s over the border we go

By admin on March 1st, 2006

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Those days of teenage brides hightailing it with unsuitable fellas over the Scottish borders to get married have long gone. However there is still something strongly appealing about eloping to foreign climes and enjoying a co-ordinated wedding and honeymoon.

But what about good old Gretna Green? Well it’s still going strong and is still recognised as probably the most famous wedding venue in the world. Since the eighteenth century anyone over the age of 16 could marry there without parental consent, unlike in England.

As anyone could marry couples (until 1940 anyway) the task usually fell to the blacksmith. The lucky chap was usually the first person elopers came across and so ‘anvil weddings’ were forged.

Be warned though, the continued popularity of Gretna Green means you should book well in advance – and these days it’s the registrar who’ll perform the ceremony. Apply here

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