Eastlife February 2019
Love is in the air this month! As the most romantic day of the year approaches, we’ve come up with ways to fall head over heels in love with our beautiful corner of the UK. Escape reality and book a weekend break, staying at some of the best accommodation in region, discover Suffolk’s secret history or spoil the one you love with a romantic gesture such as a day out or dinner date at one of the most stylish restaurants in the East. If you’re a fan of the arts, we have a sneak peek at the spring/summer theatre season, plus there’s 10 great ideas to keep children entertained during the half term. February is the month of our wedding special. If you’re newly engaged, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for planning your big day, including this year’s must-have dress designs and venues that will make you feel like royalty! As the season changes we’d love to see your pictures from around the region. Tag us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and use #eastlife
Love is in the air this month! As the most romantic day of the year approaches, we’ve come up with ways to fall head over heels in love with our beautiful corner of the UK. Escape reality and book a weekend break, staying at some of the best accommodation in region, discover Suffolk’s secret history or spoil the one you love with a romantic gesture such as a day out or dinner date at one of the most stylish restaurants in the East.
If you’re a fan of the arts, we have a sneak peek at the spring/summer theatre season, plus there’s 10 great ideas to keep children entertained during the half term.
February is the month of our wedding special. If you’re newly engaged, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for planning your big day, including this year’s must-have dress designs and venues that will make you feel like royalty!
As the season changes we’d love to see your pictures from around the region. Tag us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and use #eastlife
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A Royal Affair<br />
Magical venues fit for<br />
a prince and princess<br />
Meghan Markle has a lot to answer for…not<br />
only has she influenced women’s fashion<br />
but since saying “I do” to Prince Harry, the<br />
Markle sparkle has had a major impact on the<br />
wedding industry. From dresses and flowers to<br />
ceremonies and venues, brides-to-be want to<br />
feel like royalty, and why not, it’s your wedding<br />
day after all. If you’re dreaming of marrying<br />
your own Prince Charming in a royal fairy tale<br />
setting this year, we’ve selected the most<br />
beautiful venues in the region fit for a princess.<br />
Mannington Hall, Norfolk<br />
If you’re looking for a gorgeous backdrop to<br />
your wedding, look no further than Mannington<br />
Hall. Owned by Lord and Lady Walpole, the hall<br />
and gardens offer the perfect surroundings for a<br />
beautiful wedding. Both large and small parties are<br />
catered for, and couples can choose from a marquee<br />
or the rose tearooms for their reception.<br />
www.manningtongardens.co.uk<br />
Hylands Estate Banqueting Room<br />
Hylands Estate, Essex<br />
Grand, beautiful and surrounded by landscaped parkland,<br />
Hylands Estate is perfect for adding a touch of regal elegance<br />
to your big day. The interiors are lavishly designed with a neo<br />
baroque style with French marble fireplace and floor to ceiling<br />
windows. Brides can make a grand entrance on a horse drawn<br />
carriage along the sweeping driveway.<br />
Michelle Marwood, assistant manager of the wedding venue,<br />
said: “Whilst we see a wide range of couples and ceremonies<br />
at Hylands Estate, ever since Meghan and Harry tied the knot,<br />
we have noticed that couples have become more empowered<br />
to break with tradition. Taking inspiration from Meghan<br />
walking herself down the aisle, we are now meeting with<br />
brides-to-be who want to do their own thing, and are talking<br />
about their mum, sister or friends walking them down the<br />
aisle.” www.hylandsestateweddings.co.uk.<br />
Hertford Castle, Hertfordshire<br />
It doesn’t need to cost a fortune to have a royal wedding.<br />
If you want a regal venue without the price tag opt for the<br />
beautiful Grade I listed, mid-15th century Hertford Castle. The<br />
venue offers a variety of packages to suit all budgets and even<br />
allows guests to supply their own alcohol to save on costs.<br />
www.hertfordcastle.co.uk<br />
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