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We're looking for London newlyweds who have said 'I do' this year. Any couples can enter the competition: it doesn't matter whether the event was large or small; modest or spectacular. Just click on 'I want to enter' link above to put your wedding forward. If you've been successful, we'll be in touch.
Here are our most recent shortlisted couples - vote for who you'd like to see go through to the final, which will be held in spring next year.
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Meet the contenders
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The finer details
Couple: Cara Bruce and Ben Crockett
Date: 3rd December, 2011
Ceremony venue: Kensington and Chelsea Register Office
Reception venue: The Savoy, Strand
The day
Hailing from Scotland, Cara and Ben opted for a destination big day in central London. “Once we'd decided to get married in the capital, The Savoy was our first choice,” Cara remembers. The famous hotel had recently reopened following refurbishment so it was perfect timing.
Memorable moments
A favourite part of the day for both the bride and groom was their exit from the register office. “As we left after saying our vows, we were surprised to see a crowd of people had gathered across the street to watch us come out and see our family showering us with confetti – it was such a happy moment,” Cara recalls.
Photography by Rebecca Louise Photography
www.rebeccalouise.com
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The finer details
Couple: Gill Armstrong and Rob Reid
Date: 1st October, 2011
Ceremony venue: Richmond Register Office
Reception venue: Chez Bruce, Wandsworth, followed by The Bolingbroke, Clapham
The day
Rather than a traditional reception, Gill and Rob enjoyed a long lunch with their guests at their favourite restaurant followed by a party in the evening. The orange, gold and cream colour scheme was put together with autumn in mind but the 30C heat on the big day was an unexpected but welcome surprise.
Memorable moments
The happy couple loved everything about the day, including the intimate ceremony, the long lunch at Chez Bruce and the snaps they had taken on Wandsworth Common. “I was delighted my granddad, who is 90 years old, made it down to London from Newcastle for the first time since 1945,” Gill tells us.
Photography by Richard Sena Photography
www.richardsena.co.uk
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The finer details
Couple: Sherry Li and Tony Cui
Date: 10th October, 2011
Venue: North Tower Lounge, Tower Bridge
The day
Sherry and Tony travelled from China to celebrate their nuptials in the stunning setting of Tower Bridge. “After living in England for six years as a student from the age of 17, it feels like my second home. As soon as we got engaged, I decided I had to show my husband-to-be the beautiful city and he agreed it was where we should get married,” Sherry explains. They had an intimate day with just 15 ceremony guests, most of whom had travelled from China to be there.
Memorable moments
“The one thing that really stands out is the blessings strangers gave us as we walked underneath the bridge while having photographs taken. It seems commonplace in England but it was a new and special experience for us,” Sherry recalls.
Photography by Nick Rose Photography
www.nickrosephotography.com
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The finer details
Couple: Sophie Manthos and James Scarff
Date: 12th November, 2011
Venue: One Great George Street, Westminster
The day
Sophie and James celebrated their nuptials in the grand setting of One Great George Street's Great Hall with a winter theme. The red and white colour scheme complemented their festive style perfectly and the bride's red dress made a stunning statement. Sophie held a bouquet of white roses while the bridesmaids had classic red versions.
Memorable moments
“Seeing each other for the first time was a part of the day that will stay with us forever,” says James. “Sophie has significant anxiety issues so we were all very proud that she managed to enjoy the whole day without any tears or uncomfortable moments,” he adds.
Photography by Lily & Frank Photography
www.lilyandfrank.co.uk
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What’s the prize?
The overall winners will not only claim the all-important Wedding of the Year title and a feature all about their big day in the magazine, they'll also win a luxurious two-night stay at the Hempel Hotel. The prize includes two night's accommodation in a Deluxe Garden View room, a rose petal turn down, welcome gift, bottle of champagne, dinner for two in No.35 Restaurant (one night) and breakfast both mornings. Terms and conditions apply, dates are subject to availability.
The Hempel is a five-star designer boutique hotel nestled among the trendy neighbourhoods of Notting Hill and Bayswater. It comprises 50 individually designed guest rooms, suites and apartments each in its signature minimalist style. The hotel features the No.35 Restaurant, which offers guests an intimate dining room for a relaxed but memorable experience, and the No.1 Lounge Bar, a great place to enjoy a cocktail or a light snack.
The Hempel offers a host of beautiful settings in which to say 'I do' including the Gallery, which boasts wall hangings and designer features - a dazzling spot for receptions - and the Zen Garden, which features three serene symmetrical ponds, immaculate lawns and imported Italian marble pebble. If the venue is hired for exclusive use, the Lobby, with its pretty atrium, floating fireplaces, and stone floors, is also available.
For more information, visit the website www.the-hempel.co.uk.
Terms & Conditions
- Competitions are not open to employees (or their immediate families) of KD Media Publishing Ltd.
- The competition closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
- The winner(s) will be notified in writing.
- The editor's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
- The prize is not transferable and has no monetary value.
- If an advertised prize is not available, we reserve the right to offer an alternative prize of equal or greater value.
- No purchase necessary to enter and there is no charge to enter via the website.
- Hempel Gift Certificates are only redeemable at the Hempel London and are not redeemable forcash. All certificates are non-refundable and non- transferable.
- Hempel Gift Certificates are valid for a period of six months from date of issue (unless otherwise stated) and will not be extended beyond this period.
- Guests staying with a gift certificate must present the original voucher on check-in to stay complimentary. Copies will not be accepted. In the event that an original voucher is not produced, guests will be charged the best available rate on the day for their stay. Offers are strictly subject to availability.
- All reservation requests are subject to availability and cannot be redeemed against a cash value.
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