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Cheap Weddings Come With a Carbon Cost

Many couples opt for a cheap wedding abroad, especially as the average UK wedding is now said to cost over £25,000 while the average cost of a wedding abroad is more like £7,000. There are more than financial costs to take into account, as more of us become more eco-conscious, many couples also tot up the carbon cost of their weddings. The average wedding costs between 14-62 tonnes of carbon (the average carbon footprint of one person for one year is 14 tonnes).

Flights add the biggest chunk to the carbon cost so think about the location of your wedding if you want to keep your carbon footprint down. Count on Me, a Dorset-based organisation committed to cutting carbon, has worked out the carbon footprint of different wedding destinations:

What's altered at the altar since the Queen wed Prince Philip seven decades ago?

Today only a third of people in Britain believe monogamy is key to a successful marriage (36%), according to research into the changing face of marriage by The London Mint Office to mark the platinum wedding anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. The publishing of the study results, which reveal seismic changes to both weddings and marriage values since the royal couple married in 1947, coincides with Jennie Bond unveiling The London Mint Office platinum wedding anniversary commemorative coin.

Does is still make good sense to be married?

Have you ever wondered if in this liberated age it still makes good sense to be married, well the results of some new research might surprise you.

Obviously married couples have the increased tax benefits and this releases more money into the household in several ways, making married couples better off financially. Married men in general will earn more during their working lives and have more assets later in life compared to their single peers.

Have your dream honeymoon with these simple holiday swaps

With the average honeymoon costing £2,781.88* many brides to be can feel as though their dream honeymoon is out of reach. However, as long as you’re a little money savvy, you can still travel to some of the most popular destinations with a few simple swaps.

To give you a helping hand, Louis Bridger, general manager at International Currency Exchange has shared his advice to how to save money on your honeymoon in five of the most popular summer holiday destinations.**

The secret to a happy marriage is RETIREMENT

It’s official, the secret to a happy marriage is RETIREMENT, according to new research.

A new study of retired Brits has revealed that over two thirds of couples in their golden years claim they are happier now than they EVER have been.

A further 65 percent said their marriage or relationship is stronger since retirement because they now have more time to spend with each-other.

Over half (52 percent) said their relationship had flourished since giving up work as they no longer have to endure the stresses of office life – or the pressures of running a family home.

The True Cost of Being a Wedding Guest

Wedding can be expensive not just for the couple getting married, but also for the wedding guest who will be in attendance (albeit on a far lower scale). Between finding an outfit for the big day, purchasing a wedding gift, booking into accommodation overnight and the travel involved in getting to the venue, not to mention how much you plan to spend on drinks, it can be a pricey celebration. The cost is effectively doubled for anyone attending pre-wedding events such as stag or hen parties.

The Mary Rose in running to be crowned region’s best venue

The events team at the Mary Rose are celebrating after the venue was announced as a finalist in the prestigious Beautiful South Awards, and could be crowned the region's best venue.

The Mary Rose is in the running to be crowned the top venue in the South East after making it into the final of the Venue and Business Tourism category. The award, run by Tourism South East, highlights outstanding destinations in the region for conferences, business functions, banqueting, and weddings.

best venue The venue, at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, is one of four finalists in the category.

Two wedding events you need in your diary

Dreaming of your perfect Derbyshire wedding day? Look no further than The Folly to help inspire you for your big day, with 2 wedding events.

This November, The Farmhouse at Mackworth’s event space - The Folly, are hosting two wedding events designed to help you envisage your perfect day; The Wedding Fayre (5th November) and The Wedding Showcase (7th November). Both of these events will feature the stunning work of local suppliers, the most skilled designers and their inspiring decorations and unique themes. With everything from dress designs, colour scheme mood boards, keepsakes and flower arrangements, let the team at The Folly take you on a journey to your picture-perfect day.

Hawkstone Hall Set To Become One Of The UK's Most Prestigious Wedding Venues

Hawkstone Hall, a magnificent Grade I listed 18th Century mansion, will open in summer 2018. Anticipation is building ahead of its launch, as the venue is set to become one of the most sought after wedding venues in the UK.

The country estate has been purchased by The Distinctly Hospitable Group, making them the fourth owner in the property’s 550 year history. A sympathetic refurbishment is currently being planned to breathe new life into the spectacular Georgian property.

Award winning North East Hotel undergoes £250K refurbishment

The award-winning Northumberland Hotel, Matfen Hall hotel, golf and spa, has announced a £250,000 refurbishment of its wedding spaces as part of the next chapter in its history.

The significant investment will transform the rooms in the East Wing including the Great Hall, Terrace Room and Sir Edward’s Bar, to create luxurious surroundings highlighting the original features of this historic venue.

Maften Hall have employed North East interior designers and architects, Space ID, to manage the project due to their shared aesthetic vision and proven track record with other leading UK hotels.

The new designs couple the impressive, historic features of the hotel with luxurious, modern features to create a romantic and sumptuous atmosphere.

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