OLD DOWN ESTATE BLOG

We have taken inspiration from Brides Magazine to bring you the wedding dress trends that will be huge in 2018. Your wedding dress is unique to you and your special day, so we recommend trying on as many different styles as possible – so you can see what works...

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Vintage weddings never go out of fashion; and quite honestly we can’t get enough of them! Whether you love 1930’s Art Deco and Great Gatsby-style luxury, or prefer a more homespun 1940’s look, a vintage wedding theme always looks great. The great...

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So you’re engaged, and probably have hundreds of questions swirling around your mind. From guest lists to budgeting, there is so much to prepare and plan! Our wedding experts provide solutions to some of the most common questions we often hear. Should I have the...

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Name your number one wedding fear. If you said rain, you’re not alone. Many couples – especially those who plan an outdoor wedding – worry that nothing more than the weather could ruin the whole day. But, we were once told by a New Zealand Bride that...

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This week, our wedding coordinators, Buffy and Katie, have decided to share what they LOVE about their jobs! Did you know that one of our wedding coodinators actually held her wedding here in the Manor House? Buffy It’s such an honour to be a wedding coordinator, you...

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So, you’ve decided to get married. You’ve carefully selected your venue so now to think about your colour scheme. It’s an important element and we like to discuss ideas with our couples. We have created some handy tips for choosing your wedding...

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With cooler temperatures and richer colours of nature, autumn is made for rustic weddings! More and more couples are opting for an intimate barn wedding at this time of year – and we can tell why. The cosy atmosphere, fairy lights and exposed wooden beams create...

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