LOVE IN DEVON
Where moorland meets sea and meadows stretch for miles – Devon is where wedding dreams find their backdrop. From wild tors and rolling hills to dramatic cliffs and flower-filled fields, this county is as diverse as it is breathtaking. Here, nature always takes centre stage, serving up cinematic backdrops at every turn.
Freeformimages
Emma Lawson
This issue is a celebration of the Devon landscape – its beauty, its soul and the way it quietly shapes the stories we tell. You’ll see it shining through in every page of our bumper Got Wed section, where couples have let the landscape lead the way.
Hannah Wilde
Clare Kinchin
Luke and Sam embraced summer magic with sunset portraits on Dartmoor’s rugged heights. Anna and Sam celebrated their marriage against panoramic East Devon views at River Cottage, while Libby and Josh soaked up spring sunshine at the lush Brickhouse Vineyard. Hannah and Mark basked in golden meadow light at Upton Barn, and even midwinter couldn’t dim the glow of Beth and James’s vibrant day at The Great Barn or Hollie and Adam’s candlelit celebration at Rockbeare Manor.
Louise Eleanor
Kim Williams Weddings
Our styled shoot Where Wild Hearts Gather captures the same spirit – outdoor, unfiltered and wildly romantic. Set at HARTA Retreat, a secluded North Devon hideaway, it channels free-spirited prairie vibes and a dreamy, earthy palette inspired by the land itself.
Freeformimages
We’ve also reimagined how your connection to the landscape can become part of your forever story. Where the Land Meets the Band explores nature-inspired wedding rings – pieces designed to capture the place that holds your heart.
Melanie Barnfield
Mimosa Photography
And as we celebrate this incredible natural canvas, we also consider how to protect it. In Green Is the New White, we dive into planet-friendly wedding planning – from heirloom-worthy gowns and carbon-conscious menus to low-impact styling with soul. With the average UK wedding generating up to 14.5 tonnes of carbon, a few simple choices can make a big difference.
As summer unfolds in golden hues, here’s to joy-filled weddings and sun-drenched days grounded in the beauty of Devon.
Rebecca
Nova Wedding Photography
Jamie Caldwell
STYLE & BEAUTY
12. HELLO SUNSHINE!
Dial up the joy with buttery yellows and golden tones for a day that glows from start to finish
14. WHERE WILD HEARTS GATHER
Whiskey-soaked romance and a prairie-inspired palette meet free-spirited tipi vibes in North Devon
20. MORNING MAGIC
A love letter to the wedding morning – filled with laughter, connection and those dreamy getting-ready moments
26. WED’S WISH LIST
Our edit of bridal must-haves to inspire your W-day look
28. IN FULL BLOOM
Petal details and sculptural cuts bloom across this season’s botanical bridalwear
34. WED’S BOUDOIR
The latest bridal beauty tips and trends
42. NOTES OF FOREVER
Discover the romantic fragrances made for walking down the aisle
51. BE JEWELLED
Aisle-worthy jewels – from delicate pearls to deco-inspired dazzle
54. WHERE THE LAND MEETS THE BAND
Let the landscape you love inspire your wedding rings
58. SUIT UP IN COLOUR
These bold hues and tailored trends make colour the main event
FEATURES
36. STOP AND SMELL THE WEDDING
Scentscaping secrets to make your day smell as dreamy as it looks
44. THE NEW HEN DO
Think beyond cocktails – beach yoga, slow spa days and creative bonding moments await
62. GREEN IS THE NEW WHITE
Style meets sustainability in this guide to planning a day that’s beautiful and better for the planet
66. THE HUE OF “I DO”
From mood boards to magic – how to pick your colour palette like a pro
71. SUMMER SIPS
Sunshine-ready drinks from Devon’s finest makers to toast your way through the season
73. MONEY TALKS
Style-forward and budget-savvy tips for planning a celebration that shines
94. KEEP CALM AND MARRY ON
Stress-busting advice for wedding planning with a clear head and full heart
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s hot, what’s fresh and what’s trending in the world of weddings
61. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh, fun and personal ideas to elevate your day
75. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
Your go-to guide to Devon’s most spectacular and romantic wedding venues
99. GOT WED
Stories from unforgettable days and heartfelt I dos
146. 10 WAYS TO…
Add personality to your day with creative, meaningful touches
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Deputy editor
Lucy Lawrence
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Jess Baber, Laura Dalton, Abby Driver, Hazel Parsons
Design
Matt Sanwell, Design UNLTD
Advertising and Management
Brendan Sleeman
Website management
Jenna Matthews
Finance
Morwenna Matthews
Publisher
Wed Magazine
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Print
The Manson Group
Cover image
Photography Freeformimages Photography
freeformimages.co.uk
Venue HARTA Retreat
harta-retreat.co.uk
Styling Best Day Ever!
instagram.com/bestdayeverdevon
Hair Rachel Irving instagram.com/rachellirving77
Make-up Isabelle Grace Make Up Artist isabellegracemakeup.com
Dress Ariamo Bridal at Always and Forever devonbridal.co.uk
Suit Marc Darcy at Always Suits You devonbridal.co.uk
Jewellery Wanderlust Life wanderlustlife.co.uk
Models Connor & Jessica instagram.com/connor_and_jessica
