Wedding at Wonwood Barton, Devon

Having met at school, it wasn't until a few years later that Tamsin and Aidan fell for each other. Fast forward to 2019, and the couple were on holiday in Bali having dinner at a private temple.

'After we'd eaten, Aidan asked me if he could take a picture of the back of my dress,' says Tamsin. 'When I turned around, he was down on one knee and asking me to marry him. It was such a magical moment and we were lucky enough to capture the whole thing on video.'

Choosing the enchanting rural venue of Wonwood Barton for their wedding, the couple embraced a rustic theme to suit, with 'lots of wood, greens, whites and candles'.

'Our dream was to get married outside,' says Tamsin. 'I stayed at the venue the night before with my mum and my bridesmaids, and on the morning of the wedding when we were all getting ready, the weather was not looking good. It was only at the very last minute we decided to risk it and set the chairs out on the lawn, hoping no more rain was coming. We were so lucky that just as everyone was arriving the sun began to shine!'

The poignant ceremony that followed was made even more special as they'd had to rearrange their big day. 'Our favourite moment was finally getting to become husband and wife in front of our closest family and friends after having to postpone our wedding due to Covid,' remembers Tamsin. 'It really was the most perfect day we could have wished for.'

Guests enjoyed canapÃ©s and drinks alongside views of Devon's rolling hills before settling into the marquee for the delicious wedding breakfast. Sharing platters of breads, oils, meats and cheeses were followed by a roast beef joint with vegetables, potatoes and gravy, and a mini trio of desserts. 'Each table had a 'designated carver' to cut the beef, which was a really fun way of doing things,' says Tamsin.

The speeches and lawn games provided further entertainment alongside a soundtrack from 'amazing live singer' Lizzie Corish. And, as the day turned to evening, the festivities continued with the first dance and sparklers galore, before the couple and their loved ones danced the night away.

Reflecting on her top tip for couples in the throes of wedding planning, Tamsin has some sage advice. 'Enjoy the planning,' she says. 'Although it may seem stressful at the time, once your big day is over, you might actually miss it!'