Choosing your Wedding Shoe: Some Staples of Shoe Selection
The bride's ensemble should reflect the intrinsic beauty of the wearer herself. While the gown itself may be the main attraction, the crowning jewel to her dazzling persona are the shoes that carry her. Understandably, many brides forsake wedding shoes either assuming that their effect is eclipsed by the dress itself or, perhaps, they want to skimp on this sector of the budget. Such misguided
2017 New Years Eve: CIRCUS (THIS EVENT HAS TAKEN PLACE)
Join us in the Big Top this New Years Eve at Hockwold Hall. We will be hosting a Circus spectacular, from the minute you walk in the door, your senses will be wowed! Your night will begin with a welcome drinks hour from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (1 FREE Prosecco per guest.) Enter our circus-themed Big Top Marquee at 7:30 PM and savour our catering partner Shefs'
Wedding Flowers: A guide by Jades Flowers
PERSONAL STYLE: Before their first floral meeting, it is helpful for couples to collect images that they are inspired by and this forms the creative starting point. The florist will review the images collected and gain inspiration from the portfolio of work. From the feedback, talented florists will use their experience and knowledge to suggest bespoke creations that meet the vision, and exceed expectations. Beverley from
Guide to wedding venue flowers by Jades flower design
Part 2: The Venue CEREMONY & VENUE DETAILS: If couples already know their ceremony and venue details, your florist will be able to make suggestions for appropriate designs, although this can all be confirmed at a later date. Each type of venue offers unique opportunities and experience allows her to adorn these locations to maximise their full beauty. In terms of venue decoration this is where Beverley
Guide to Wedding Flowers by Jades Flower Design
Part 1: The dress For many couples choosing wedding flowers can be a daunting task. Couples are flooded with images on social media of beautiful floral trends, each one as gorgeous as the last, so deciding on their final floral style can seem simply impossible. This is when collaborating closely with an experienced florist such as Beverley Nichols from Jades Flower Design is an absolute must, in
The Do’s and Don’t of the Wedding Speech
Nothing says wedding speech disaster more than the long, pregnant pause that follows the misinterpreted inside joke; or, worst of all, the subtly imbued sexual innuendo that was not so subtle after-all when received by the bride's Granny -- just one of the unfortunate victims to the failed wedding speech amidst the sea of uncomfortable listeners. Please, for the sake of other wedding guests, do
Festival Weddings in Norfolk: East Anglia
For those who find the simplicity of a forest setting to be as enchanting as that of an ornately decorated marquee, the Festival wedding may perhaps be the ideal venue for your wedding celebrations. The festival wedding is all about the effortless charms -- so often found in nature. For this reason, the decor itself should appear to be an extension of the natural setting
Advice & Guidance for Hot Tub Users
Feel your stress melt away as you enjoy the well deserved rest and relaxation in our Hockwold Hall hot tub. Seats: 8 adults max. The high temperature of Hot Tub water (37 - 40 deg C) mean users need to take great care about how they use the Hot Tub, they will very quickly create an environment containing solids in which legionella and other bacteria can breed. The
Here Comes The Dress: Finding your Dream Wedding Dress
Dress shopping is one of the most exciting parts of your wedding planning. There is such an array of styles and designers to choose from, it can easily become an overwhelming and daunting task to select that one perfect dress to make you the most beautiful bride! This is not something to rush into and be sure to keep an open mind, as what may
The Veil and Other Adornments
Nothing says traditional like the gossamer sheen of a white veil. While trends fluctuate, and style conforms to context, the veil will always remain timeless. Traditionally, the veil has always alluded to purity; a layer of white brilliance that with the words, “I do,” is thrown back, actualizing the marriage. Today, while the symbolic resonance of the veil may have less relevance, it is still