For the first time ever Essex brides will be offered the chance to plan their wedding in an environment that offers all the components to getting their special day off the ground.
Brought to you by the publishers of Bride magazine, Bride: The Wedding Show in Maldon, Colchester arrives at the Crowne Plaza Resort Five Lakes on November 5 and 6 2016.
Whatever your stage of wedding planning, here are 10 reasons why you should make the event a date for your diary.
- Over 100 exhibitors
Bride: The Wedding Show Colchester is set to welcome over 100 exhibitors for you to meet. Offering a range of products – from photography to cakes, venues to flowers and dresses to stationers, the vast selection of local suppliers will allow you to glean advice and inspiration while offering the ideal opportunity to tap into their knowledge and expertise.
- Try before you buy
Samples, demonstrations and consultations from our exhibitors will allow you time to decide whether products and services are the right options for you. And if you’re looking for ‘the dress’, private changing areas will give you the space you need to try on what could be ‘the one’.
- Three catwalks per day
Our industry-acclaimed catwalk is a highlight that’s not to be missed. Bursting with energy and effervescence, the catwalk is designed to showcase just some of the bridal, men’s and occasion wear on offer throughout the day. The catwalk takes place at three regular intervals on Saturday and Sunday to ensure that there is a time to suit you.
- Live music
Let us entertain you with a variety of musical acts set to perform before each catwalk show. And if you like what you see, meet the acts in person to discuss whether their services can slot in to your big day.
- Free copies of Essex Bride
Grab a copy of our annual magazine, tailored to the Essex region. Comprising pages upon pages of ideas and inspiration, Bride magazine is the perfect resource for planning your wedding in your own time.
- Show-exclusive discounts, offers and competitions
Make a saving on your wedding budget by taking advantage of the show-exclusive discounts and offers from our exhibitors. There will also be competitions for you to get involved in; watch the website for details.
- Snap happy
Stock up on pictures for your social media pages with the infinite inspiration on offer at Bride: The Wedding Show. Brides who use Pinterest and Instagram to source ideas will be in their element as there is set to be so much to see, snap and share. Make sure you use the hashtag #Bridetheweddingshow.
- A day at Crowne Plaza
Take your time and enjoy the venue by taking a stroll through the hotel and its grounds. A popular wedding venue, Crowne Plaza Five Lakes Resort houses a golf course, spa and leisure facilities, restaurants, a bar and even its own nightclub. Plenty for you to see and do once you have finished your day at Bride: The Wedding Show.
- Meet fellow brides
Network with fellow brides, grooms and their families and share in the highs (and lows) of wedding planning. Our café area offers the opportunity to rest your feet while sharing stories and experiences with other bridal parties.
- Grab a glass of champagne
What would wedding planning be without a glass of bubbly to fuel ideas, relieve tiredness and toast the big day? Make sure you swing by our champagne bar for a flute – or two – of fizz.
Bride: The Wedding Show at Crowne Plaza Resort Five Lakes in Colchester takes place on November 5-6 November, from 10am – 4pm. Tickets cost £6 each in advance.