From One Perfect Match to Forever For Chloe Madden, a teacher from Belfast, and Aaron McGaughey, a financial consultant from Lurgan, their love story began in the most modern of ways—with an online dating match. In November 2022, the pair connected on a dating site and, just one week later, met for their first date.…
A Love Story in Full Bloom: Emily & Peter’s Unforgettable Wedding Some love stories begin with a grand gesture, but for Emily Watson and Peter Hutchinson, it all started with a simple message. After meeting at a conference, Emily took the first step and reached out to Peter. That message led to a beautiful relationship,…
A Perfect Day By The Lake “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.” Audrey Hepburn Cara McCourt, a Chartered Accountant from Virginia, Co. Cavan, and Aidan Devlin, an Engineer from Warrenpoint, Co. Down, first swiped right on Tinder back in 2016. What started as a virtual connection quickly…
Love in the Aisles “The best love is the kind that awakens the soul; that makes us reach for more, that plants the fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds.” – Nicholas Sparks Alex, a Retail Manager at Asda, and John, a Retail Manager at Lidl, first crossed paths when John’s company…
A Love Like No Other “Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale.” There are few moments in life that are as magical as when two hearts join together in love. On a beautiful summer’s day; 2nd August 2024, Shannon Duffy and Dermot Curran celebrated…
A Love Written in the Stars “In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no love for you like mine.” Maya Angelou Gemma, a 29-year-old primary school teacher from Eglinton, Derry, and Colum, a 30-year-old secondary school teacher from Glasdrumman, Co. Down, first crossed…
When SJP opened its doors in May 2022, proprietor Shannán was looking for a up-and coming bridal designer who was new to the market and whose fresh designs offered brides something distinctly different and beautiful, making every bride stand out and feel incredible and unforgettable on her wedding day. SJP Bridal is delighted to be…
Killeavy Castle Estate is the perfect antidote to the modern, fast-paced world. As the centrepiece of 365 acres of mixed farm and woodland in County Armagh’s stunning Slieve Gullion, it’s the quintessential place to escape, relax and unwind. With an ideal location just 10 minutes outside Newry City and one hour from both Belfast and…
The Manor House Country Hotel is an idyllic lakeside wedding venue where old world charm and modern luxury meet. It’s easy to see why this stunning 19th century country hotel has won numerous awards as Northern Ireland’s top wedding venue. Famous for its breathtaking setting overlooking Lough Erne, the building’s spectacular period features have been…
ALEXANDERS OF MARKETHILL EXPLAIN THE BENEFITS OF CREATING A WEDDING GIFT LIST AND WHY THEY ARE SO POPULAR WITH FIVE GOOD REASONS FOR WEDDING COUPLES TO SIGN UP THEIR PREFERENCES. GIVING THE PERFECT GIFT Finding the perfect gift for the bride and groom need not be a challenge. Here are some of the benefits of…
