This Sunday the gorgeous orangery at Goldney Hall will be packed with top vintage wedding suppliers. The fair opens at 11am and all proceeds from the £1 entry fee go to Breast Cancer UK.

Historic Kings Weston House was closed just over a year ago and bought by the new owner Norman late last year. Local businessman Norman is currently lovingly restoring the building as his home and as a top wedding venue.

On Saturday 13th April At-Bristol will be hosting a wedding fair with difference. The Weird and Wonderful Wedding Show takes place from 6pm to 11pm and guests can enjoy a free glass of Kir Royale on arrival

The fair is organised by Emily Fisher from Fishee Designs Photo Booth and Ali Cook from Bristol Vintage (the face behind the successful Bristol Vintage Wedding Fair) who realised that there’s a whole world of wedding suppliers out there who don’t fit into the mainstream and need a showcase for their brilliant talents.

Just a reminder that Bakers and Cutlers Hall at Brasserie Blanc in association with Jo & Co are hosting a wedding fair on Sunday. It is in aid of the Wishing Well Foundation which helps terminally I'll people have their dream wedding.

It's a fantastic cause and lots of top local suppliers will be there so please pop along and show your support.

Don't forget to check out the weddings fairs and events page regularly for the latest fairs in the Bristol area. February sees two of the largest Bristol wedding fairs with West Weddings and Wedding World both taking place.

There is also the opportunity to visit the gorgeous historic market town of Chipping Sodbury to meet 50 suppliers. Why not make a day of it and visit the lovely shops and cafes too after having a look around the 15th century Town Hall.


                                

West Weddings Show: Sunday 10th February 2013 10.30am - 4pm. Entry: £3 per person or £5 per couple. Free parking. Held at The Post and Dolman Exhibition Hall, Bristol City Football Ground, Ashton Gate, Bristol.

Wedding World Novotel, Sunday 17th February 2013, 11am to 3pm. Free admission and free glass of wine or squash for all visitors. Brides also receive free chocolate and wedding magazines. There is also a prize draw for all brides.

Chipping Sodbury Wedding Fair: 24th February 2013, 12pm to 4pm, fashion shows at 1pm and 3pm, Chipping Sodbury Town Hall, Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury.

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Naomi Thomas began working as a self employed wedding planner in 2005, but after only four years pursuing her dream career and only three months with her fiancé Graham, Naomi’s world was turned upside down as, at just 26 years old, she was given the devastating news that she had Breast Cancer.

‘It was terrifying,” she says. “Your world just falls apart, especially thinking of my loved ones. When I was diagnosed I had to deal with all sorts of difficult issues, but it was just as tough for Graham. How partners cope with a breast cancer diagnosis and the rollercoaster of emotions that follow is often overlooked.’

                                  
After a gruelling series of treatments including an operation, chemotherapy followed by radiotherapy, Naomi had hoped she had beaten the disease and looked to the future with Graham. Both were delighted when in early 2010, aged 27, Naomi discovered she was pregnant and expecting their first child. Sadly shortly after the birth, she discovered the cancer had returned and this time it was terminal.

‘You forget it’s happening to you,’ says Naomi. ‘All I know is I won’t survive this and I just enjoy every day as it comes. Over time I’ve come to terms with it. It’s the people you leave behind I feel for’ she explains.

 Naomi had to cancel her wedding day due to the financial impact of cancer. Her extraordinary story caught the attention of local Wedding Planner Sam Williams and through the enormous generosity of Sam, the local community and from complete strangers, a dream wedding was arranged with donations from wedding suppliers.

  
So, in early 2012, Naomi decided to try to help others to get married just as she had been helped. The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation was born. She says, ‘When I began the foundation I wanted to help as many people with terminal illnesses or life threatening conditions have the wedding day they could only have dreamt of and I want this to continue. The foundation will be my legacy and that makes me a very proud woman.’



                     


Local Bristol Wedding Planner Jo Robbins was so moved by the work of the Wishing Well Foundation she has organised a wedding fair at Bakers and Cutler Hall at Brasserie Blanc in Cabot Circus. Jo already has a great line up of top wedding suppliers eager to exhibit and support the foundation. She is also looking for help from those who have already tied the knot.


Jo says " If anyone would like to donate their pre-loved wedding dress/suit/accessories/children's dresses and suits, then on the day of the event we will be collecting them for Naomi to offer to brides or to sell to raise funds for the foundation."


The wedding fair takes place on Sunday 3rd March from 11am to 4:30pm.


Find out more on the website www.weddingwishingwellfoundation.org

The Riverstation is hosting an Eco Wedding fair on Saturday 3rd November from 11am to 4pm. The fair is a must for couples who want their wedding to be environmentally friendly and sustainable. The fair is being organised by Michelle Jetzer who won Best Wedding Coordinator in a venue at the 2011 Wedding Industry Awards.




She says ‘The Eco Wedding Fair’ has all its stalls booked with the most incredible ‘Eco & Ethical’ companies the South West Wedding industry has to offer". There is free entry and an ‘Eco treat’ goody bags to those that register online and on the day there will be fashion, workshops, nibbles, bubbles,   advice from wedding experts, music, theatre, cafe, gifts to purchase, Rickshaw rides, wedding boat to explore, ice cream to taste, plus more!

Learn more and see the list of exhibitors here

Goldney Hall recently hosted a wedding fair with a vintage twist in association with Auntie's Vintage. There was a great range of top suppliers on hand in both the main house and the stunning light and airy Orangery.




Couples had the opporunity to look around the venue and the gorgeous grounds featuring an ornamental canal with bubbling fountain, the stunning tower and the intruiging shell lined grotto.

Peter Undery, general manager, said: “We have a fabulous venue on offer which appeals to both traditional and cultural weddings.This event gives brides-to-be a chance to tour our grand ballroom and help couples plan their big day with an extensive range of top wedding exhibitors in attendance. Come and see the rooms set up, tour the exhibition and meet the experts who can help you plan your special day, as well as taking part in our charity raffle."

Admission is free and the event runs from 10.30am – 4.30pm. For further information visit www.thewintergardens.com

There are lots of big wedding fairs taking place this month. Take a look below to get inspiration for your own big day.

Love Actually The Grand Thistle Hotel, Broad Street, Bristol: Sunday 2nd September 2012. 11:30am to 4pm. Free Admission.

If you haven't yet visited Old Down, you're missing out on a great experience with the gorgeous recently revamped Manor House, yummy food in the Bistro, plus loads to do for kids and animal lovers with a visit to the Country Park.

On Wednesday 5th September, there will be an opportunity to visit Old Down Manor and see all that the venue has to offer as well as meeting some of the approved suppliers. There will be a marquee showcasing some inpsirational ideas for Brides and Grooms as to how they can utilise the venue's grounds with fabulous view over the Severn Estuary.


                               

For more information, visit the website here. You can also read about a previous fair at Old Down Manor and see some more pictures here.

Clifton Pavillions will be hosting a Summer Special Wedding Fair this Sunday, 10th June. The Pavillions are a fantastic licenced venue that allow you to get married in Clifton, overlooking Bristol Zoo Gardens. An amazing feature of choosing this as your venue is that your guests are also allowed free access to the zoo, which is a great way to make your Wedding stand out and keep your guests entertained.



The fair is run by Love Actually and starts at 11:30am and runs until 4:00pm. There will be free champers, goodie bags and models walking around in fantastic Wedding Dresses. For more information visit the Love Actually Website.

Image taken from www.bristolzoo.org.uk/the-venue

Today we have a reminder about a great event taking place in Bristol this Sunday. The ever stylish Goldbrick House is having a wedding open day where you can view the rooms and imagine what they would look like on your big day.

The Little Wedding Helper will be styling the venue and some of Bristol's top wedding  suppliers have been hand picked to set up on the day to give you ideas. You will also get a goody bag and 25% in the cafe so why not pop in for brunch and take a look around if you are still looking for your dream venue or suppliers.

                          

The event runs from 11am until 4pm on Sunday 13^th May 2012 and there is no entry fee. For more information and to register your interest contact Katherine @

Image Credit: Bristol Bites

Marry Me In Somerset will be hosting a wedding fair in Bristol at Jack's Brasserie on Sunday 27th May
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Admission is £3.00 per person with a free goody bag. Jack's Brasserie is situated on the Harbourside in Bristol and hosts weddings as well as private events and parties.It is owned by the Fosters group who also provide catering for weddings and events at many other prestigious local wedding venues such as Goldney Hall, The SS Great Britain and the Lord Mayor's Mansion.


                                           

   
Find out more about Marry Me in Somerset wedding fairs here

Image Credits: Marry Me In Somerset and Jack's Brasserie

This Saturday a wide range of local artists, designer-makers and businesses will be showcasing their talents at the Bristol Independent Wedding fair.


                           

This list of exhibitors includes dress makers, photographers, gifts and keep-sakes, florists, cake makers & decorators, entertainers, table decorations, vintage crockery, vintage cars, hen-party organisers, workshops and activities, hair and make-up stylists, jewellery and MORE!

Entry is free and the fair runs from 11am to 4pm at Hamilton House in Stokes Croft. You can find out more on the fair's facebook page.

Image Credit: Poster designed by Lily Pattison Designs

Goldbrick House is an upmarket city centre wedding venue with a real boutique feel. It as a range of great spaces for civil ceremonies, partes and wedding receptions nd it will be opening it's doors to the public on Sunday 13th May.



Goldbrick Houe have hand picked some of Bristol's top wedding suppliers to exhibit to help create a sense of how the venue could look on your special day. For more information visit the Goldbrick House website.

January is packed full of Wedding fairs, events and great promotions from Bristol suppliers.

January Wedding Events

Designer Wedding Dress Sample Sale the Mews of Clifton. Appointments Neccessary

World of Weddings Fair: 75 stands at the Holiday Inn Filton, Sunday 8th January 10:30am- 4:30pm

Wedding World: 100 stands at the Bristol Marriott City Centre, Sunday 15th January 10:30am -4:30pm

The Bristol Wedding Show: Mercure Holland House, Sunday 22nd January 11am -3:30pm

Love Actually Wedding Fair: Berwick Lodge, Sunday 22nd January 11:30am- 4pm


                                             

Bristol Marriott Royal Wedding Fair: Sunday 29th January 10:30am to 4pm

January Special Offers

20% Off Bespoke Wedding Reports booked in January from The Wedding Reporter


                                             

10% Off Candy Buffets and Wedding Planning Services from How 2 I Do booked in January. How 2 I Do and use code XMAS10




10% Off Weding Jewellery at Port Out Starboard Home. Quote code BWB11 when ordering

                              


Wedding Photography Tayor Barnes £250 off any Wedding package booked in January or February 2012.

Image Credits: Berwick Lodge, The Wedding Reporter, How 2 I Do, Port Out Starboard Home

Bristol Wedding Photographer Liz Gayther of Lizzie-May Photography is organising a very special vintage Wedding fair to raise funds for childrens charity Cots for Tots.

We are delighted to be able to offer entry to two of Bristol's biggest Wedding fairs absolutely free of charge. We have 15 sets of tickets, each admitting two people to both World of Weddings and Wedding World, which take place in Bristol in September.

To win a set of free tickets to both fairs for both you and your partner, worth £8.00 you just need to answer the following simple question.

How many stands are at Wedding World (Bristol Marriott City Centre)

A) 100
B) 80
C) 90

us your answer, either A, B or C with the message subject "Free Wedding Fair". Please include your name and postal address so that we can send your tickets. Entries close on Friday 3rd September or when all tickets have been given away and the first 15 people to answer correctly will be sent their tickets on the 5th September. Check our Wedding Fair page for updates on how many tickets are left.


                                   
The following weekend sees Wedding World take place at the Bristol Marriott Hotel (City centre, near Cabot Circus). This is one of Bristol biggest shows with 100 stands and also features two fashion shows at 12:30pm and 3:00pm. Those attending will also receive free Wedding magazines, and a complimentary glass of wine.