A Luxury Treat worth £250

If you’re looking for the perfect place to take some time out from your busy schedule, this could be your chance to win an overnight stay at Sunningdale Park, worth £250!

Nestled within 65 acres of beautiful Berkshire parkland, Sunningdale’s Neo-Georgian mansion, Northcote House, makes an ideal venue for grand and intimate weddings. Within this elegant setting is the brand new Steam, Bake and Grill theatre restaurant and 272 en suite modern bedrooms. Sunningdale Park is close to many attractions such as Ascot racecourse, Thorpe Park and Windsor Castle. To find out more, call 0870 609 1157 or visit www.devere.co.uk.

One lucky bride-to-be can win a special Sunningdale Park package consisting of a delicious meal and one bottle of house wine in the Steam, Bake and Grill restaurant, an overnight stay and breakfast for two. To make your stay even more special, they will treat you to a bottle of Laurent Perrier champagne, strawberries and a fresh bouquet of flowers. Stay is valid from June 2008 to May 2009.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Sunningdale Park Overnight Package’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 24 July 2008.

Lace & Satin Essentials

Hampton Bows was established in 2007 by two sisters who, after planning a family wedding, wanted something classically modern, and also an alternative to the usual wedding essentials. They have selected an exquisite range of products based on high-quality workmanship in stylish beading, laces and satins, including a designer collection by Beverley Clark.

The wedding essentials collection includes flower baskets, guest books, ring pillows, pen sets, garters, cake knives and candle holders. They also come in sets and can be tailor made to match your theme. To browse the range and request for a brochure, visit www.hamptonbows.co.uk, or call 01582 814 196 to discuss your plans.

Hampton Bows are giving three sets of beautiful garters and two flower baskets, worth between £17.25 to £22 each.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Hampton Bows’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 24 July 2008.

PRECIOUS!

Pearls are timeless and classic, which makes them a popular accessory for special occasions. The pearl is also the birthstone for the month of June, and the gem for the third and 30th wedding anniversaries. Lustrous Jewellery, one of the UK’s leading online pearl jewellery boutiques, has a beautiful collection of elegant pearl jewellery to match your wedding dress, as well as outfits for the bridesmaids and the mother-of-the-bride. Your pearl jewellery will be placed in its own purple velvet pouch and placed in an exclusive branded gift box and dispatched directly to you. Visit www.lustrousjewellery.com to view their collection.

Lustrous Jewellery is giving one lucky bride-to-be a set of pearl necklace and earrings worth £40. The heart-shaped pearl pendant comes with a 16” sterling silver chain.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Lustrous Jewellery’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 24 July 2008.

Always a Bridesmaid

It’s time we focused on the bridesmaids and what they go through in the run up to the wedding day. They have as much responsibility as the best man, and just like the bride, can be a bag of nerves as they get everything organised while trying to look their best as well.

Bridesmaids by Jane Costello is the story of Evie, bridesmaid to her best friend, Grace. Between the ‘chicken fillet’ boob-enhancers she conceals in her chest (spotted by Jack, the most ruggedly handsome man Evie has ever laid eyes on) and dealing with her relationship anxieties, Evie’s greatest challenge is to deliver the bride at the start-line on time.

Bridesmaids (Pocket Books, £6.99) will be available to buy from 2nd June 2008. We are giving five lucky readers a copy each of Bridesmaids.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Bridesmaids’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 24 July 2008.

Picture This

Fareham-based Meonshore Studios is headed by Mike French, the Studio’s principal photographer. With over 20 years of photography training and experience, Mike creates contemporary, stylish wedding photographs by employing an unobtrusive, discreet and fun approach while combining documentary and classical styles to capture the story of your big day – from preparations to the party.

Mike is increasingly gaining recognition in the industry, adding a prestigious Fujifilm Award of Excellence in January 2007 for one of his recent wedding images. He offers a stunning range of albums, fine art prints and much more to remind you of your wedding day. For more information, call Meonshore Studios on 01329 310314 or visit www.meonshoreweddings.co.uk.

Mike is offering one lucky couple a free engagement shoot in South Hampshire and a free print with the option to buy further images from a complimentary on-line gallery (viewable on his site).

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Engagement Shoot’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 24 July 2008.

Flirty Dinners

Add a bit of spice to your home dining experience with Royal Worcester’s new fine porcelain range - ‘Flirtation’ Lavish Tableware, from celebrity designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen. Inspired by Arabesque, one of Laurence’s top-selling mugs in the Lavish Collection, expect no less than flair and flamboyant swirls in dramatic monochrome. Stylish and practical (they are dishwasher and microwave safe), they are also affordable - ideal for everyday use or for entertaining guests.

The Flirtation range comes gift-boxed in Laurence’s trademark packaging. To view the entire collection, visit www.royalworcester.co.uk. For stockists, call 01905 746 000.

We’re giving away two 12-piece starter sets of Flirtation, worth £70 each. The set consists of four dinner plates, four salad/party plates and four bowls.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Flirtation Tableware’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 17 October 2008.

Espresso Treat

If you think you have everything you’ve ever wanted for the kitchen and garden, you might think again when you’ve seen The Handpicked Collection’s Kitchen & Outdoor Living Catalogue. The pages are packed with items selected with the help of a panel of experts – lifestyle journalists, food writers, an award-winning garden designer, and a restauranteur, to create a collection that’s unique, stylish, fun and quirky, but also functional. They also make great presents, and definitely worth adding to your wedding list! To view the entire collection or to request a catalogue, visit www.handpickedcollection.com.

The Handpicked Collection is giving away a candy-coloured Espresso Maker and two Italian-made MV Ceramics Espresso cups, saucers and spoons, worth £36.90.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Espresso Maker & Cups’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 17 October 2008.

Crowning Glory

Frill is a family business specialising in handmade original jewellery and is managed by Emma Gore and Beth Collier, sisters who have always had an artistic flare and a passion for jewellery.

The ethos behind Frill is to design and make original quality pieces of jewellery that can allow each customer to express their own personality and match their clothes perfectly. They have a variety of collections, but can tailor-make each piece or create a completely original piece to suit your preferences.

At Frill, they use the finest freshwater pearls and crystals and every piece is completely handmade by them. To view the entire collection, visit www.frilldesigns.co.uk.

Frill is offering one lucky reader the chance to win a wedding jewellery set from the Divine Collection, worth £157. The set consists of a tiara headband, necklace, bracelet and earrings and is made from Swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Tiara Set’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 19 September 2008.

Luxury Treat for Two

Nestled within Sunningdale Park’s 65 acres of manicured grounds, Northcote House is a striking Neo-Georgian mansion that boasts magnificent architecture, sumptuous interiors and 272 modern, en suite bedrooms. This beautiful setting can be yours exclusively on your wedding day.

One lucky couple will get a chance to sample the Sunningdale Park experience, worth £350. The winning pair will be treated to a sumptuous wedding breakfast tasting with all the finishing touches - wedding favours, flowers in a private dining room and candles.

And to make your evening even more magical, you will also win an overnight stay and breakfast for two, a complimentary bottle of champagne, strawberries and a fresh bouquet of flowers to make your stay more memorable. So whether you’re looking for the perfect place to kick-start your honeymoon or you just want to take a break from your busy wedding planning schedule, then this is the perfect prize for you!

Sunningdale Park is close to many attractions such as Ascot racecourse, Thorpe Park and Windsor Castle. For further information, call 0870 609 1157 or visit www.deverevenues.co.uk.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Sunningdale Park Luxury Treat’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 19 September 2008.

On with the show!

If you are looking for ideas and inspiration for your big day, then be sure to head for the UK’s biggest and best wedding experience, the National Wedding Show, which takes place from 26th to 28th September at London’s Earls Court.

With hundreds of exhibitors showcasing everything from flowers to favours as well as glamorous catwalk shows and live makeovers, with TV’s style guru Caryn Franklin, there is plenty to see and do at this fabulous event. And after a busy day visit why not round things off with a trip to the Celebrations Bar – the perfect place to unwind and toast your future happiness!

Ticket prices range from £12 to £16 depending on which day you attend the show. For more information, visit www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk.

Your Hampshire Wedding magazine has teamed up with the National Wedding Show to offer 10 lucky readers a pair of tickets to the most prestigious wedding show of the year! Please note, tickets are valid on Friday, 26th September or Sunday, 28th September at the London Earls Court show and are limited to only one pair per winner.

For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘National Wedding Show’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 19 September 2008.