Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in the UK
The Wedding Guide UK has been a trusted partner in wedding planning since its launch in January 2000. Founded by Liz Clark and now led by Dawn Marie, a seasoned wedding planner with over 28 years of industry experience, we provide couples with comprehensive resources to create their perfect day. Our offerings include a printed handbook distributed at wedding fairs and venues, an online directory connecting couples with vetted suppliers, and networking events fostering collaboration within the wedding industry. With over half a million handbooks distributed and a digital platform featuring real weddings, planning tips, and supplier listings, we combine traditional guidance with modern accessibility.Our team's deep understanding of regional markets, from Northumberland to Yorkshire, ensures tailored recommendations for venues, florists, photographers, and more. By organizing networking meetings and business support initiatives, we strengthen connections between suppliers while maintaining rigorous standards for quality and reliability. Our commitment to transparency, customer-centric service, and continuous innovation has made us a go-to resource for engaged couples and wedding professionals alike.
Services
Wedding Directory
Planning Handbook
Supplier Listings
Networking Events
Business Support
Venue Guidance
Real Weddings
Planning Tips
Supplier Advertising
Wedding Fairs
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 23 years of experience connecting couples with trusted wedding suppliers
- Our team includes an award-winning wedding planner with 575+ successfully arranged weddings
- We provide both printed and digital resources for comprehensive wedding planning
- Our networking events foster collaboration between 300+ local wedding businesses
- We distribute 24,000 free handbooks annually through verified wedding venues and fairs
What people say
Trusted resource
Helpful directory
Reliable suppliers
Excellent networking
Comprehensive guides
Services
Wedding Directory
Our comprehensive online directory connects couples with vetted wedding suppliers across multiple categories. From photographers to florists, each listed business undergoes verification to ensure quality standards. The directory covers regional specialists and national providers, helping couples find reliable vendors for every aspect of their wedding.
Planning Handbook
Our bi-annual printed handbook offers curated wedding planning resources and supplier listings. Distributed free at venues and fairs, it features planning checklists, budgeting tips, and real wedding inspiration. The physical format allows couples to annotate and reference planning details conveniently throughout their preparation process.
Networking Events
We organize regular networking meetings for wedding professionals to foster collaboration and business growth. These events create opportunities for suppliers to build relationships, share expertise, and develop partnerships that enhance service quality for engaged couples across our coverage regions.
Supplier Advertising
Our advertising packages help wedding businesses reach engaged couples through multiple channels. Options include print handbook listings, enhanced website directory profiles, social media promotion, and access to our networking events, providing comprehensive exposure for wedding service providers.
Wedding Fairs
We coordinate participation in over 300 annual wedding fairs and open days across Northumberland and Yorkshire. These events allow couples to meet suppliers face-to-face while giving businesses direct access to potential clients through organized exhibition opportunities at premier wedding venues.
People
Dawn Marie
Founder & Director
With 28 years of wedding planning experience and over 575 weddings coordinated, Dawn Marie has developed multiple successful wedding brands. She took over The Wedding Guide UK in 2020, continuing its mission to connect couples with quality suppliers while expanding business support initiatives.
Liz Clark
Founder Emeritus
Liz Clark established The Wedding Guide UK in 2000, creating a trusted resource for couples and wedding professionals. She built the business through networking meetings and handbook distribution before passing leadership to Dawn Marie in 2020, maintaining industry influence until her retirement.
Questions
How do I find local wedding suppliers through The Wedding Guide UK?
Browse our online directory or consult our printed handbook distributed at wedding venues and fairs across Northumberland and Yorkshire.
Can businesses advertise in The Wedding Guide UK handbook?
Yes, we offer advertising packages including print handbook listings, website directory inclusion, and social media promotion for wedding suppliers.
Are your wedding planning resources free to access?
Our printed handbook is available free at wedding venues and fairs. The online directory and planning resources are accessible at no cost to couples.
Do you organize wedding planning events?
We host networking meetings for wedding professionals and promote over 300 annual wedding fairs and open days across our coverage areas.
How long has The Wedding Guide UK been operating?
We've been helping couples plan weddings since January 2000, with our founder Liz Clark establishing the business two decades ago.
Can I submit my wedding for feature in your guides?
Yes, we welcome real wedding submissions. Email us after your wedding day to share your story and photos for potential inclusion.
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