Cornwall LivingAutumn 2020
Be inspired
Just a few ideas to help you plan your dream Cornish wedding.
Whether your plans are well underway or you’ve yet to make a start, we’ve gathered some Cornish inspiration to help make your day as special as you deserve it to be. Choose your venue, pick your flowers and get wedding ready. Cornwall is a dream location for many engaged couples, but with so much to organise, planning can quickly become overwhelming. So sit back and relax – this issue’s dedicated wedding guide is here to take the stress out of arranging what should be the most exciting day of your life!
Natural elegance
St. Eval Candle
The St. Eval team create beautiful handmade candles using sustainable energy on their farm in north Cornwall, perfect for adding a touch of natural elegance to your wedding day. Inspired by nature and born from a love of traditional candle making, St. Eval has been using artisan methods to hand-craft high-quality candles for over 25 years. Add both atmosphere and individuality to your day with a choice of over 30 fragrances inspired by the beauty of nature, plus a wonderful unfragranced Church Pillar collection.
Fabulous flowers
Jane Lawrence Flowers
Experienced wedding florist Jane Lawrence specialises in natural, garden style flowers and foliage, tailoring each wedding to the individual bride and groom.
Full of enthusiasm and inspiration, Jane is generous with her time and advice and her passion for all things floral shines through with every wedding. Whether you require bouquets and buttonholes, a sensational tablescape or a magnificent hanging foliage installation, Jane will guide you through the design process and produce gorgeous bridal flowers and a stunning floral backdrop to your special day.
A venue like no other
Carnglaze Caverns
With approval for civil ceremonies and civil partnerships in four separate locations within the complex, Carnglaze Caverns offers a unique alternative to your wedding day. Indeed, why settle for the norm when you and your guests could make lasting memories with a wedding day like no other at this fascinating heritage slate mine?
A dream venue
Beacon Crag
Just a two-minute drive from the harbour town of Porthleven, you’ll find Beacon Crag, a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast perched on the cliffs of Cornwall’s south coast. Set within five acres of private grounds, the newly licensed wedding venue boasts staggering views across the sea and rugged cliffscape with its own access to the rocky coves below, while its terraced gardens are perfect for a marquee reception with ocean views. There are also more intimate wedding and elopement packages available, with use of a new hot tub overlooking the Atlantic. It truly is a wildly romantic place to wed.
A blossoming bouquet
In Bloom
A florist for two decades, Lisa Cadman provides bespoke hand tied bouquets and arrangements tailored to you. Lisa will take the time to discuss the various options available for your wedding, from bouquets to table centrepieces. To see her extensive collection of beautiful plants and flowers in person make sure to visit her shop in Porthleven, where she stocks a selection of locally grown flowers alongside top quality Dutch flowers, as well as an unusual selection of houseplants and an eclectic mix of pots and vases.