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		Welcome Welcome to the October edition of The Scottish Wedding Directory's e-newsletter. It's been quiet a busy month for us - the lateset issue of Real Life Weddings went on sale at the beginning of the month, the list of nominees for The Vows Awards was released last week and in amongst all of this, we totally redesigned our website! As always, we love hearing from you so please feel free to email us with any comments, suggestions or questions. We're here to help! Lorna lorna@scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk Out Now! The Winter issue of Real Life Weddings is on sale now so pick up your copy today or order online here. Read all about 25 inspirational weddings, split according to venue type - we have grand historic settings, idyllic country retreats... even a wedding on a farm! We also have a fantastic feature detailing six brides' weddings budgets, with the prices ranging from £5,000 to over £25,000. There's an exciting new website for this magazine where you can even download a virtual copy of the magazine. Click here for more details. New website! Not only have we launched a brand new www.reallifeweddings.co.uk website but we've also given our award-winning website www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk site a whole new look! After ten years as the perfect accompaniment to the directory itself, our online version of the magazine has been transformed and given a fab make-over - it's now even more easy to find your way around and has lots of exclusive new features you can't read anywhere else. As always we're happy to receive feedback - so do let us know what you think. VOWS Awards 2007 Looking for a personal recommendation for all your wedding needs? Want to know who offers the best service in the industry, as voted by recently married brides and grooms? With over 7,500 nominations received for this year's awards, find out who is the best in the business - giving you peace of mind on your wedding day. The awards are presented each year to suppliers who have collected a high number of points based on votes from consumers just like you. For a full list of 2007 finalists click here. Back to top Closing Down Sale at Cathcart Brides - 10% off all Sale Prices Cathcart Brides is having a closing down sale, giving you a chance to save hundreds as they clear existing stock. Wedding dresses are from only £50, plus mother of the bride/groom fashion has also been reduced to half price or less - huge savings on outfits, fascinators and hats. Bridesmaid dresses from £60 and flower girl from £20. Please see in store for availability of stock as dresses are moving quickly. Open from 11am - 5.30pm. Cathcart Brides, 126 Cathcart Street, Greenock, PA15 1BQ. Tel: 01475 728262 MICA's second Glasgow location - Unique Bridal Suite and Jewellery Store With Glasgow's largest selection of tiaras, hair ornaments, fascinators, co-ordinating bags and jewellery as well as bridal shoes, hats and veils for the big day, MICA's modern and sparkling new flagship boutique showcases accessories for the discerning bride and bridal party. Within a bridal room that is unique to the city, brides-to-be can find help on how to enhance their chosen dress, selecting from a range of stunning accessories in Swarovski crystal, coloured stones and pearls, while those who want something unique can order custom-made designs. Both MICA locations are in Glasgow's city centre. The Bridal Suite and main shop is at 70 Howard St and the original at the St Enoch Centre. Tel: 0141 248 6550/9669 or visit www.micajewellery.co.uk Back to top NEWS FOR YOU - Stationery New Stationery Ranges! Twenty-Seven.co.uk, a handmade wedding stationery company based in Edinburgh, has recently launched a new range of wedding invitations to add to their collection. The new ‘concertina' range features a third panel, which contains a free reply card (or information card). They also have new guest books, which are hardback books blind embossed with ‘guest book' and their logo on the reverse. These are available in cream at an introductory price of £35. For further information call 0131 467 6989 or visit www.twenty-seven.co.uk Sketchy Four Eyes provides custom hand-drawn artwork for personal and corporate stationery. They specialise in commissioned artwork of architecture involved in wedding services and receptions. Choose from either having an individual design consultation to provide stand-alone artwork which you can then incorporate into your own designs, or take advantage of their full design and print package and leave all the hard work to them! All artwork undertaken is completely original to you and your requirements - and they will also make a gift of the original artwork, which can then be framed as a keepsake. For further information please visit their website www.sketchyfoureyes.com or email daniel@sketchyfoureyes.com. Truly Madly Weddings stationery will be exhibiting at The Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Kilmarnock on Sunday 21 October, displaying an exciting range of brand new designs based on the Tiffany blue theme. Enter their prize draw on the day to win £100 worth of stationery. If you place an order at the show you will receive 10% off your total price. Don't forget to grab a goodie bag with a voucher entitling you to a free bespoke design - your own personal designer for your big day. For further information visit www.trulymadlyweddings.com NEWS FOR YOU - Hair & Beauty Girls Night In… EyeCandy Make-Up & Pamper Parties are perfect for hen nights and pre-wedding pampering in the comfort of your own home. The Pamper Parties are tailormade for each individual, and they have a large choice of treatments to select from. You can mix and match from the treatment list to build the ultimate pamper experience just for you! They also offer nail enhancements and spray tanning - ideal for pre-wedding beautifying! Pamper Parties start from £20 per person. For further information and a list of treatments available click here, call 07881 626 807 or email: info@eyecandyscotland.co.uk Ainsley M Make-Up - WINTER PROMOTION Tying the knot between December 07 and March 08? Ainsley M is offering all brides within these dates 15% off the price of their wedding make-up, provided bookings are made by 3O November 2007.Ainsley only commits to one wedding per day so to avoid disappointment, call Ainsley today for your free trial. Please quote 'Winter promotion'. To contact Ainsley, please call 07919 598043 or see www.ainsleym.co.uk for more information. NEWS FOR YOU - Catering for your guests Berry Tasty Bouvrage is a unique all-natural range of berry juice drinks that is perfect for weddings. It comes in two varieties. The slightly sparkling Raspberry Drink contains a whole pound of rasps in every 750ml bottle and captures the wonderful taste and aromas of Scottish raspberries. Then there's the Blaeberry Drink which is full of delicious sweet Finnish blueberries. Why not serve Bouvrage at your reception? Serve it on its own or mix it with champagne or sparkling wine for a refreshing alternative. For further information visit www.bouvrage.com. NEWS FOR YOU - Videography 25% discount from Premier Digital… Wedding DVD company Premier Digital is offering a 25% discount off all wedding packages - this exclusive offer is open to all SWD readers getting married during December, January or February. Complimentary demo DVDs are available. visit www.premieredigital.co.uk. NEWS FOR YOU - Honeymoons If you are still deciding on where to go for your honeymoon then Weddings-Honeymoons.com might just have the answer! They currently have a fantastic Half-Board offer to the five star ‘Belle Mare Plage Resort' in Mauritius between 1 May and 15 July 2008. Seen as the most prestigious 5-star resort in Mauritius, the Belle Mare Plage is located on the east coast and is fringed by one of the most spectacular beaches on the island. It borders a rich and diverse lagoon, surrounded by a coral reef. Prices start from just £939 for 7 nights and this includes private car transfers. Honeymooners will also receive flowers, a bottle of wine and canapés on arrival. They offer a special turndown service each evening, which includes flower petals scattered in your bathroom and bedroom, and you will also be treated to a seafood candlelit dinner and a souvenir photograph. For further information or to book your honeymoon package please call 0141 762 5569 or visit www.weddings-honeymoons.com. NEWS FOR YOU - Planning News LOSE WEIGHT AND APPEAR ON TV! Want to lose weight but fed up with fad diets? Why not try the old fashioned way! A new TV series is looking to take people back in time in British history to try some of the diet and fitness regimes that our ancestors followed. If you have a few pounds to lose, a sense of adventure and an interest in food or history, then please get in touch NOW! Phone Samantha on 0207 907 3421 or email takethecure@silverriver.tv Back to top 21st Century Castle The newly constructed Glenskirlie Castle in the heart of Scotland is the first ‘new' castle to be built in the country in the 21st century. Fifteen individually themed bedrooms - including two luxurious 100 square metre honeymoon suites - have been named after roses, with the floral theme carried on throughout the castle's interior design features. The function suite can seat 120 people, while there is capacity for 156 within the existing Glenskirlie House itself. Both have access to spectacular gardens for photographs, outdoor drinks receptions and barbecues. The castle's honeymoon suites feature four poster beds, turreted bathrooms with sunken baths, separate dressing rooms and walk-in wardrobes, lounge and dining areas. Bespoke stained glass windows and doors feature in the castle's purpose-built ceremony, so you can have your whole day there too. For bookings or further information phone 01324 840201 or visit www.glenskirliehouse.com . Back to top WEDDING FAIRS The Herald Your Wedding Event - Sunday 21 October - Radisson SAS Hotel, Glasgow Your wedding planning starts here! Enjoy a glass of champagne with your mum and bridesmaids and watch a fantastic bridal catwalk show, while enjoying brunch, lunch or supper. Carry on the celebrations and mingle with exhibitors offering everything you need for your dream day! The fair runs from 11.30am-6pm. Call 0141 302 7412 for further information. Other wedding fairs are also taking place soon in the following areas: *Sunday 21 October* Dundee Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa from 1pm - 4pm. For more information call 0845 365 0004 Glasgow Your Wedding Event with the Herald @ the Radisson SAS Hotel from 11.30am - 6pm. For more information call 0141 302 7412 Glasgow Civil Partnership Wedding Show @ Tiger Tiger, 12noon - 6pm. For information call 0141 883 6465 East Kilbride Holiday Inn Glasgow, East Kilbride from 1pm - 4pm. For information call 01355 236300 Ayrshire Seamill Hydro from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For more information call 01294 822217 By Biggar Abington Hotel from 1am - 4pm. Free Entry. For more information call 01864 502467 Kilmarnock Wedding Showcase at The Park Hotel from 11am - 5pm. For more information call 07843 387391 Edinburgh The Royal Terrace Hotel from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For information call 0131 524 5105 Kilmarnock The Park Hotel from 11am-5pm. Free entry. For further information call 07843 387391. *Sunday 28 October* Perthshire The Grampian Hotel from 12noon - 4pm. For more information call 01738 621057 Fort William The Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club from 12noon - 5pm. For more information call 0131 558 8120 Hamilton Hamilton Railway Club from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For information call 01698 285222 Edinburgh Norton House Hotel from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For information call 0131 333 6448 *Sunday 4 November* Edinburgh Apex International Hotel from 1pm to 4pm. Free entry. For further information call 0845 365 0001 Maybole Cakes & Canapés at Culzean Castle from 11am to 5pm. Free entry. For further information call 07843 387391 *Sunday 11 November* Glasgow A Winter Wedding Show at House for an Art Lover from 11am to 5pm. Free entry. For further information call 07843 387391 For more information on wedding fairs and shows (and how to survive them) click here - for our helpful tips! Wedding Band Showcase Central Music Agency in Larbert, Stirlingshire are holding their next Wedding Band Showcase on Tuesday 30 October at Dobbie Hall, Main Street, Larbert. The evening starts at 8pm and there will be six bands playing live on the night. Bands can be booked on the night with a £50 reservation fee (cash or cheque). Their last showcase had over 400 visitors so please arrive early to avoid disappointment, as seating will be limited. Entry is £3. For further information please call 01324 579947 or email: enquiries@centralmusicagency.co.uk Back to top

Welcome
Welcome to the October edition of The Scottish Wedding Directory's e-newsletter. It's been quiet a busy month for us - the lateset issue of Real Life Weddings went on sale at the beginning of the month, the list of nominees for The Vows Awards was released last week and in amongst all of this, we totally redesigned our website! As always, we love hearing from you so please feel free to email us with any comments, suggestions or questions. We're here to help!

Lorna
lorna@scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk

Out Now!
The Winter issue of Real Life Weddings is on sale now so pick up your copy today or order online here. Read all about 25 inspirational weddings, split according to venue type - we have grand historic settings, idyllic country retreats... even a wedding on a farm! We also have a fantastic feature detailing six brides' weddings budgets, with the prices ranging from £5,000 to over £25,000. There's an exciting new website for this magazine where you can even download a virtual copy of the magazine. Click here for more details.

New website!
Not only have we launched a brand new www.reallifeweddings.co.uk website but we've also given our award-winning website www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk site a whole new look! After ten years as the perfect accompaniment to the directory itself, our online version of the magazine has been transformed and given a fab make-over - it's now even more easy to find your way around and has lots of exclusive new features you can't read anywhere else. As always we're happy to receive feedback - so do let us know what you think.

VOWS Awards 2007
Looking for a personal recommendation for all your wedding needs? Want to know who offers the best service in the industry, as voted by recently married brides and grooms? With over 7,500 nominations received for this year's awards, find out who is the best in the business - giving you peace of mind on your wedding day. The awards are presented each year to suppliers who have collected a high number of points based on votes from consumers just like you. For a full list of 2007 finalists click here.

Back to top

Closing Down Sale at Cathcart Brides - 10% off all Sale Prices
Cathcart Brides is having a closing down sale, giving you a chance to save hundreds as they clear existing stock. Wedding dresses are from only £50, plus mother of the bride/groom fashion has also been reduced to half price or less - huge savings on outfits, fascinators and hats. Bridesmaid dresses from £60 and flower girl from £20. Please see in store for availability of stock as dresses are moving quickly. Open from 11am - 5.30pm.
Cathcart Brides,
126 Cathcart Street, Greenock, PA15 1BQ. Tel: 01475 728262

MICA's second Glasgow location
- Unique Bridal Suite and Jewellery Store
With Glasgow's largest selection of tiaras, hair ornaments, fascinators, co-ordinating bags and jewellery as well as bridal shoes, hats and veils for the big day, MICA's modern and sparkling new flagship boutique showcases accessories for the discerning bride and bridal party. Within a bridal room that is unique to the city, brides-to-be can find help on how to enhance their chosen dress, selecting from a range of stunning accessories in Swarovski crystal, coloured stones and pearls, while those who want something unique can order custom-made designs. Both MICA locations are in Glasgow's city centre. The Bridal Suite and main shop is at 70 Howard St and the original at the St Enoch Centre. Tel: 0141 248 6550/9669 or visit www.micajewellery.co.uk

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NEWS FOR YOU - Stationery

New Stationery Ranges!
Twenty-Seven.co.uk, a handmade wedding stationery company based in Edinburgh, has recently launched a new range of wedding invitations to add to their collection. The new ‘concertina' range features a third panel, which contains a free reply card (or information card). They also have new guest books, which are hardback books blind embossed with ‘guest book' and their logo on the reverse. These are available in cream at an introductory price of £35. For further information call 0131 467 6989 or visit www.twenty-seven.co.uk

Sketchy Four Eyes provides custom hand-drawn artwork for personal and corporate stationery. They specialise in commissioned artwork of architecture involved in wedding services and receptions. Choose from either having an individual design consultation to provide stand-alone artwork which you can then incorporate into your own designs, or take advantage of their full design and print package and leave all the hard work to them! All artwork undertaken is completely original to you and your requirements - and they will also make a gift of the original artwork, which can then be framed as a keepsake. For further information please visit their website www.sketchyfoureyes.com or email daniel@sketchyfoureyes.com.

Truly Madly Weddings stationery will be exhibiting at The Wedding Showcase at the Park Hotel, Kilmarnock on Sunday 21 October, displaying an exciting range of brand new designs based on the Tiffany blue theme. Enter their prize draw on the day to win £100 worth of stationery. If you place an order at the show you will receive 10% off your total price. Don't forget to grab a goodie bag with a voucher entitling you to a free bespoke design - your own personal designer for your big day. For further information visit www.trulymadlyweddings.com

NEWS FOR YOU - Hair & Beauty

Girls Night In…
EyeCandy Make-Up & Pamper Parties are perfect for hen nights and pre-wedding pampering in the comfort of your own home. The Pamper Parties are tailormade for each individual, and they have a large choice of treatments to select from. You can mix and match from the treatment list to build the ultimate pamper experience just for you! They also offer nail enhancements and spray tanning - ideal for pre-wedding beautifying! Pamper Parties start from £20 per person.
For further information and a list of treatments available click here,
call 07881 626 807 or email: info@eyecandyscotland.co.uk

Ainsley M Make-Up - WINTER PROMOTION
Tying the knot between December 07 and March 08? Ainsley M is offering all brides within these dates 15% off the price of their wedding make-up, provided bookings are made by 3O November 2007.Ainsley only commits to one wedding per day so to avoid disappointment, call Ainsley today for your free trial. Please quote 'Winter promotion'. To contact Ainsley, please call 07919 598043 or see www.ainsleym.co.uk for more information.

NEWS FOR YOU - Catering for your guests

Berry Tasty
Bouvrage is a unique all-natural range of berry juice drinks that is perfect for weddings. It comes in two varieties. The slightly sparkling Raspberry Drink contains a whole pound of rasps in every 750ml bottle and captures the wonderful taste and aromas of Scottish raspberries. Then there's the Blaeberry Drink which is full of delicious sweet Finnish blueberries. Why not serve Bouvrage at your reception? Serve it on its own or mix it with champagne or sparkling wine for a refreshing alternative. For further information visit www.bouvrage.com.

NEWS FOR YOU - Videography

25% discount from Premier Digital…
Wedding DVD company Premier Digital is offering a 25% discount off all wedding packages - this exclusive offer is open to all SWD readers getting married during December, January or February. Complimentary demo DVDs are available. visit www.premieredigital.co.uk.

NEWS FOR YOU - Honeymoons

If you are still deciding on where to go for your honeymoon then Weddings-Honeymoons.com might just have the answer!

They currently have a fantastic Half-Board offer to the five star ‘Belle Mare Plage Resort' in Mauritius between 1 May and 15 July 2008. Seen as the most prestigious 5-star resort in Mauritius, the Belle Mare Plage is located on the east coast and is fringed by one of the most spectacular beaches on the island. It borders a rich and diverse lagoon, surrounded by a coral reef.

Prices start from just £939 for 7 nights and this includes private car transfers. Honeymooners will also receive flowers, a bottle of wine and canapés on arrival. They offer a special turndown service each evening, which includes flower petals scattered in your bathroom and bedroom, and you will also be treated to a seafood candlelit dinner and a souvenir photograph. For further information or to book your honeymoon package please call 0141 762 5569 or visit www.weddings-honeymoons.com.

NEWS FOR YOU - Planning News

LOSE WEIGHT AND APPEAR ON TV!
Want to lose weight but fed up with fad diets? Why not try the old fashioned way!

A new TV series is looking to take people back in time in British history to try some of the diet and fitness regimes that our ancestors followed.

If you have a few pounds to lose, a sense of adventure and an interest in food or history, then please get in touch NOW! Phone Samantha on 0207 907 3421 or email takethecure@silverriver.tv

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21st Century Castle

The newly constructed Glenskirlie Castle in the heart of Scotland is the first ‘new' castle to be built in the country in the 21st century. Fifteen individually themed bedrooms - including two luxurious 100 square metre honeymoon suites - have been named after roses, with the floral theme carried on throughout the castle's interior design features. The function suite can seat 120 people, while there is capacity for 156 within the existing Glenskirlie House itself. Both have access to spectacular gardens for photographs, outdoor drinks receptions and barbecues. The castle's honeymoon suites feature four poster beds, turreted bathrooms with sunken baths, separate dressing rooms and walk-in wardrobes, lounge and dining areas. Bespoke stained glass windows and doors feature in the castle's purpose-built ceremony, so you can have your whole day there too. For bookings or further information phone 01324 840201 or visit www.glenskirliehouse.com .

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WEDDING FAIRS
The Herald Your Wedding Event - Sunday 21 October - Radisson SAS Hotel, Glasgow
Your wedding planning starts here! Enjoy a glass of champagne with your mum and bridesmaids and watch a fantastic bridal catwalk show, while enjoying brunch, lunch or supper. Carry on the celebrations and mingle with exhibitors offering everything you need for your dream day! The fair runs from 11.30am-6pm. Call 0141 302 7412 for further information.

Other wedding fairs are also taking place soon in the following areas:

Sunday 21 October
Dundee Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa from 1pm - 4pm.
For more information call 0845 365 0004
Glasgow Your Wedding Event with the Herald @ the Radisson SAS Hotel from 11.30am - 6pm. For more information call 0141 302 7412
Glasgow Civil Partnership Wedding Show @ Tiger Tiger, 12noon - 6pm.
For information call 0141 883 6465
East Kilbride Holiday Inn Glasgow, East Kilbride from 1pm - 4pm.
For information call 01355 236300
Ayrshire Seamill Hydro from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For more information call 01294 822217
By Biggar Abington Hotel from 1am - 4pm. Free Entry. For more information call 01864 502467
Kilmarnock Wedding Showcase at The Park Hotel from 11am - 5pm. For more information call 07843 387391
Edinburgh The Royal Terrace Hotel from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry.
For information call 0131 524 5105
Kilmarnock The Park Hotel from 11am-5pm. Free entry.
For further information call 07843 387391.

Sunday 28 October
Perthshire The Grampian Hotel from 12noon - 4pm. For more information call 01738 621057
Fort William The Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club from 12noon - 5pm.
For more information call 0131 558 8120
Hamilton Hamilton Railway Club from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For information call 01698 285222
Edinburgh Norton House Hotel
from 12noon - 4pm. Free Entry. For information call 0131 333 6448

Sunday 4 November
Edinburgh Apex International Hotel from 1pm to 4pm. Free entry.
For further information call 0845 365 0001
Maybole Cakes & Canapés at Culzean Castle from 11am to 5pm. Free entry. For further information call 07843 387391

Sunday 11 November
Glasgow A Winter Wedding Show at House for an Art Lover from 11am to 5pm. Free entry. For further information call 07843 387391

For more information on wedding fairs and shows (and how to survive them) click here - for our helpful tips!

Wedding Band Showcase
Central Music Agency in Larbert, Stirlingshire are holding their next Wedding Band Showcase on Tuesday 30 October at Dobbie Hall, Main Street, Larbert. The evening starts at 8pm and there will be six bands playing live on the night. Bands can be booked on the night with a £50 reservation fee (cash or cheque). Their last showcase had over 400 visitors so please arrive early to avoid disappointment, as seating will be limited. Entry is £3. For further information please call 01324 579947 or email: enquiries@centralmusicagency.co.uk

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