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Real Bride Stories
Real brides. Real experiences. No picture-perfect expectations. Discover the stories behind our Wedding Belles Love brides, from their first appointment to their wedding day. Honest moments, beautiful dresses and personal journeys worth celebrating.


MRS & MR GLEAVE
Tell us about your wedding day. Jenica by Madi Lane was the perfect dress for our wedding at Hotel Rudyard, and I couldn’t have imagined wearing anything else. 🤍 Wedding date: 14th August 2026 Bride & Groom: Becky & Ben Gleave Venue: Hotel Rudyard Photographer: Duncan Edward Photography Florist: Love Daisy Dress: Jenica by Madi Lane Which wedding dress did you get married in? I chose Jenica by Madi Lane 🤍 The moment I put her on, I knew she was the one. Jenica felt romantic


MRS & MR WARD
Tell us about your wedding day. We became Mr and Mrs Ward on 20th August 2026, beginning our wedding day with our ceremony at Newcastle Registry Office, before continuing the celebrations at The Crown Wharf with our closest family and friends. 🤍 It was such a wonderful day, filled with love, laughter and so many special moments that we will treasure forever. Having everyone we love together to celebrate with us made it even more memorable. Our beautiful photographs were capt


MRS & MR TURGYAN
Tell us about your wedding day. We were married on 20th June 2026 at the beautiful Swan With Two Necks Tipi, surrounded by our closest family and friends. From the moment the celebrations began, it was everything we had hoped for and more, filled with love, laughter and memories we'll treasure forever. 🤍 The relaxed atmosphere and stunning setting of the tipi created the perfect backdrop for our special day, making every moment feel magical and uniquely ours. Our incredible


MRS & MR JUKES
Tell us about your wedding day. We were married on 27th June 2026 at the stunning Ashes Barns in Endon. Surrounded by our closest family and friends, it was a truly unforgettable day . The beautiful setting of Ashes Barns created the perfect backdrop for our celebration and made every moment feel even more magical. Our incredible photographer, James Merrick, captured the day so beautifully. From the smallest details to the biggest emotions, every photograph tells the story of


MRS & MR POOLE
Tell us about your wedding day. We were married on 20th June 2026 at the beautiful Thornbury Hall in Kingsley Holt. Surrounded by our family and friends, it was the most incredible day and one that we will cherish forever. The venue provided the perfect setting for our celebration, creating a truly magical atmosphere from start to finish. Our talented photographer, Paul Bell Wedding Photography, captured every special moment so perfectly. Looking back through our photographs


Stacey & Will Haynes Wedding Day
Tell us about your wedding day. We were married on 12th June 2026 at the stunning Heaton House Farm, a beautiful setting that provided the perfect backdrop for one of the most unforgettable days of our lives. Every detail came together so perfectly, making every moment feel even more special. Our wonderful photographer, Sarah Higginson, captured every precious memory beautifully. Looking back through our photographs, you can truly feel the love, laughter and all those little


Hollie & Ryan messenger Wedding Day
Tell us about your wedding day. We got married on 6th June 2026 at the beautiful Hotel Rudyard. The setting created the perfect backdrop for our day, making every moment feel even more special. Every precious memory was captured beautifully by Lewis Goddard through Fraser Hinch. Looking back through our photographs, you can truly feel the love, laughter, and all those little moments in between that made the day unforgettable. We also chose to create our own flowers, which add


Mrs Alicia & Mr Martin's Wedding Day
Tell us about your wedding day. We got married on 7th April 2026 at the beautiful Nunsmere Hall acreated the most incredible backdrop, making every moment feel even more magical. Every moment was captured so beautifully by Grant Harper Photography. Looking back at our photos, you can truly feel the emotion, the joy, and all the little in between moments that made the day so special. It was honestly everything we had dreamed of and more. Which wedding dress did you get married


Mrs Rebecca Mr Rob Hall's Wedding Day
Tell us about your wedding day. 22.05.2026 | Mr & Mrs Hall 🤍 We celebrated our wedding day at the beautiful Priest House Hotel, Castle Donington, and it was everything we had hoped for and more. From the moment the day began, we were surrounded by so much love, laughter, and happiness. Every detail came together perfectly, creating memories that we will treasure for a lifetime. A huge thank you to Emily Bradley Photography for capturing every special moment so beautifully, a
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