We're looking for Hampshire 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 the heart 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.
Voting for this round closes on 17 September 2010.
Matthew Staker & Vicky Wicks
The big day: 22nd May
Ceremony venue: The Square Tower, Old Portsmouth
Reception venue: Southsea Castle
Colour scheme: Black, white and peppermint green
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"The most memorable part of the day was when I watched our two-yearn old daughter lead the bridal party down the aisle - she melted everyone's heart," Vicky says. "Another special moment was when we arrived at our reception. I had asked my mum to give our guests bubbles to blow instead of confetti, and the effect was amazing.
"Ten minutes before I was due to leave for the ceremony, while my mum was fastening my dress, the zip had popped off its runner, but she managed to mend the dress. To be honest, I would have worn anything as long as I could walk down the aisle to marry the man of my dreams."
Photography by James Pepper Photography
www.jamespepperphotography.com
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David Getzig & Vickie Urpens
The big day: 26th June
Wedding venue: All Saints Church, Dibden
Reception venue: Chilworth Manor Hotel, Southampton
Colour scheme: Purple |
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"While waiting for Vickie at the church, I was given the nod by one of the ushers to inform me that she had arrived," David says. "I tried really hard not to look, but my nerve let me down, and I took a quick glance through the leaded church windows.
"There, in the sunshine, stood Vickie. Ity was only a brief moment in the day, but it was definitely the most memorable part of the wedding for me.
"After the wedding breakfast, once the band was in full flow, we surprised our guests by asking them all to go out onto the terrace of the hotel. Waiting to be lit and set into the sky by our guests were 100 Chinese lanterns. It was a gorgeous scene."
Photography by Focal Pix Photography
www.focalpix.co.uk
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Brett Randell & Maria Willis
The big day: 29th May
Wedding venue: St Mary's church, Eling
Reception venue: Balmer Lawn Hotel
Colour theme: Coral |
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"The most memorable part of the day for me was definitely when Maria entered the church," says Brett. "Walking down the aisle, she looked so beautiful. It's an image I will always remember."
"The highlight of the day for both of us was definitely our first dance," he continues. "It was an amazing moment, and we had never felt so in love."
"On the morning of our wedding, Brett gave me a wedding present and said a little speech," Maria says. "I will always remember the beautiful words exchanged at that moment - it was a lovely surprise."
Photography by Kevin Drake Photography
www.kevindrakephotography.co.uk
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Patrick Stewart & Helen Tritton
The big day: 10th April
Wedding venue: Botley Church, Botley
Reception venue: The Gregg School, Southampton
Colour scheme: Midnight blue |
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"Our horse and carriage ride was definitely a memorable experience," says Helen. "It was lovely to have the chance to share some precious time alone and wave to our friends and family as they overtook us in their cars - sometimes more than once!
"We received two telegrams on the day which were read out by the best man after his speech. One was from my grandparents who were not well enough to attend, and the other from our friends in Australia. They were lovely surprises which were very special and meant a lot to both of us."
Photography by Kevin Drake Photography
www.kevindrakephotography.co.uk
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The overall winners will not only claim the all-important Wedding of the Year title, they'll also win a one-night break at luxury country house hotel Tylney Hall in Hook.
The prize includes accommodation in one of the hotel's master suites; dinner at the hotel's elegant Oak Room restaurant, complete with a bottle of wine; and a Tylney Hall signature spa treatment each.
Tylney Hall is part of Elite Hotels, which comprises four luxury hotels throughout the south of England. For more information, visit www.elitehotels.co.uk
For details about holding your wedding at Tylney Hall, visit www.tylneyhall.co.uk
