Heritage & hospitality: Bramleys
A new North Canterbury wedding venue that combines timeless elegance and historic charm with heartfelt hospitality. Bramleys is the freshest new addition to the Canterbury wedding scene. Co-owner Brendon explains, “Bramleys offers a vintage-style venue, with all the modern amenities to help your wedding run smoothly.” Located on a rural property in Flaxton, […]
Hens & stags, party on! Serve Social
If your best friend is getting hitched, don’t herd cats across town. Find the perfect hen and stag do venue on St Asaph Street. “If you’ve got the wedding party, we’ve got the laughs,” says Serve Social founder Logan McMillan. With escape rooms, interactive darts, a television-style Game Show, ping pong and more, […]
Weddings and wills: Port Hills Law
Getting married? Dresses and cakes are fun, but wills and powers of attorney are key, says lawyer and director of Port Hills Law Kristy Rusher. There are lots of conversations happening when you are planning a wedding. Family, clothes, venue, the overall look and feel, as excitement builds before the big day. However, […]
Celebrating your love: Celebrant Ashley South
Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, renewing your vows or gathering for a big celebration, the right celebrant creates ceremonies that reflect the people at their heart. With 44 years of wedded bliss under his belt, celebrant Ashley South knows a thing or two about marriage. Now, as a registered independent celebrant and […]
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