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Inspiring Welsh Weddings. Welcome to Cwtch the Bride. A "safe place" for couples planning their welsh wedding or looking for inspiration from Wales.

verb Cwtch kuh・ch

Welsh word for an affectionate hug. There’s no literal English translation, but its nearest equivlent is “safe place”. So if you give someone a cwtch, you’re giving them a “safe place”. Run by Maria Farrelly with help from some beautiful brides (past, present and future!) and local suppliers - Cwtch the Bride aims to be the definitive wedding blog for all things Welsh :) We are

here to inspire you, advise you, support you and offer a cwtch when you need it! Heres to the start of something beautiful x

25/11/2024

🎄✨ Christmas Wreath Workshop at Candleston Woods, Merthyr Mawr✨🎄

Join us for a magical afternoon of creativity and festive cheer!

🌲 What’s Included:
🌿 Forage the beautiful woodland for natural treasures
💐 Learn wreath-making & styling tips from a floral expert
☕ Enjoy a warming hot drink or a glass of fizz
🍴 Indulge in delicious nibbles

📅 Dates:
• Sunday 1st December: 2–4 PM
• Saturday 7th December: 2:30–4:30 PM

🎟️ Limited spots available – £49 per person
📍 Location: Candleston Woods

Don’t miss this opportunity to craft your own stunning wreath and kick off the holiday season in style.

Book now to secure your spot! ✂️✨
Email : [email protected]

15/06/2024

If you care about the impact your wedding has on the environment then choosing local suppliers whenever possible is a great start in reducing the overall carbon footprint of your big day.

For flowers, Consider using a local grower such as in Merthyr Mawr (pictured here).

Another local grower is the fabulous too.

Both highly recommended.

31/05/2024

Hi all, If everything goes a little quiet here over the coming days, please be patient. My mum sadly passed away a few weeks ago and her funeral is next week. I’m dreading it.

If anyone has any advice on how to navigate through these coming days, I’m all ears. 😞

For those that have lost a parent too, apologies if this post is triggering. I wasn’t going to say anything here but felt I needed to.

Will be back soon
Maria x

28/05/2024

✨CHILDREN AT WEDDINGS✨

What are your views? Are they invited to yours?

With companies like on hand, it would be easy to include them in your special day if it’s something you are keen on! 😃

25/05/2024

Dried or fresh? 💐🌸🪻

What are you going for on your wedding day and why?

Photo of by @artbydesignphotography

24/05/2024

✨REAL WEDDING ALERT✨

We have an absolute stunner of a wedding on the blog this week! You may remember Alice and Morgan from a Cwtch of the Week posted a couple of months back but today we have the full detail of their big day!

It was a very original and inspiring 70’s theme put together by the girls helping to bring Alice’s vision to life and boy did they do it well 😍

We won’t say much more here… you NEED to head over to the blog and see more for yourself, especially the gorgeous photos by the ever talented !

22/05/2024

We're spoiling you this week with another Cwtch Girl post! ✨

This time it's one of our newlyweds, our Axe Throwing Bride, Fran reflecting on her time as a Cwtch Girl.

As some of you mat have seen, we've opened applications for our next intake of brides, if this is of interest to you, definitely have a read of what Fran has to say about her experience!

We're so looking forward to having some new brides on board! 💕👰💍

20/05/2024

This week on the blog we have another of our wonderful Cwtch Girl's Hen Party!

Our Overthinking Bride Leanne had a jam packed weekend surrounded by friends and family - perfect if you ask us!

Head over to the blog now to find out exactly what they got up to! 💕👰

18/05/2024

Recently engaged?! 💍

Come and tell us all about it... where did it happen? Who asked who?

Do you have wedding plans? We'd love to have you on our radar...maybe you'd like to be a Cwtch Girl or we can feature your wedding in future! 😍

16/05/2024

Who has their wedding this weekend? 👰

We're so EXCITED for you!

Drop us a wave 👋 we'd love to see your big day unfold!

14/05/2024

💕CALLING ALL BRIDES💕

We are getting into the thick of wedding season... have you just had your big day? Is yours coming up soon?

Either way this post is for you!

BRIDES TO BE - post a question... is something on your mind? What would you like to know before your big day?

BRIDES WHO HAVE JUST WED - answer a question or post some advice! What do you wish you'd known before your wedding?

GET INVOLVED 👇✨💕👰

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10/05/2024

This week we're shining the spotlight on another of our members ! 🐶

Emma offers a unique way for your furry friends to be involved in your special day and she's just booked her 100th wedding 🥳 so if it's experience you're looking for... look no further!

Your dog can be chaperoned and even provide you with a dog-eyed view of your celebrations - how amazing! 📸 Just take a look at these photos!

Head over to the blog today to read all about Two Tails and head over to their page to give them a follow and get in touch!

08/05/2024

💕CWTCH OF THE WEEK💕

Just wait until you see this fairy tale of a wedding shot by the talented !

For now you'll have to settle for this little sneak peak! The blog also gives a little hint into their magical day... go and take a look 🥰

05/05/2024

Today we are shining the spotlight on one of our newest members, ✨

An award-winning wedding music management service, Music HQ can assist you in finding the perfect musicians for your day!

They cover all of Wales and have experience in many of the best wedding venues the country has to offer!

Head over to the blog now to read more about what they can offer and to find their contact details!

Pictured;

05/05/2024

Wedding Day! 🥳🍾🎉
Today’s the day our ‘40-something’ Bride Laura gets married! She’s been a Cwtch Girls for over 12 months and a joy to have on the team. We’ve loved every single blog post she’s written and I know many of you have too!

Given she’s a huge SATC fan, here’s a little quote from Carrie…

“The most exciting, challenging, and significant relationship of all is the one you have with yourself. And if you find someone to love the you that you love, well, that’s just fabulous.” Carrie Bradshaw SATC

Big love from all of us Cwtch Girls ###

03/05/2024

✨CWTCH GIRL APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN ONLINE✨

A wonderful opportunity to share your wedding planning journey every month to a wide audience!

If you're interested in blogging and sharing hints and tips to inspire other brides, this could be for you! 💕

Are you recently engaged? Or do you know someone that is? 💍Comment below or send us a message to register your interest and we'll send an application over to you!

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01/05/2024

We'll take a couple of those!

Happy hump day everyone! Half the week closer to the weekend! ✨🍸🍹🥂

Photo of the fantastic by the talented

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Your wedding, your way! We’d love to know, have you camped or would you camp at your wedding? Comment below and let us know! These wonderful bell tents were set up by @pitch_tents for the recent CWTCHFEST @candlestonwoods #camping #glamping #realwedding #weddingnight #weddingaccomodation #bridetobe2024 #bridetobe2025

If you are wanting a wedding venue with a private woodland, forest barn, luxury glamping, an outdoor sauna, chefs that cook over fire, next to castle ruins, epic sand dunes and the sea… then you need to visit @candlestonwoods You can arrange an informal viewing by contacting [email protected] Limited availability for 2025/26 And if you can’t wait, there is one date left this September ❤️ #southwaleswedding #weddingfestival #outdoorwedding #forestwedding #southwalesweddingphotographer #festivalbride #castlewedding #merthyrmawr

Love a bit of red? So do the guys from @afonevents Here they are setting up this beauty for the weekend at Cwtchfest in @candlestonwoods See you all there ✨ #stretchtent #red #woodlandwedding #cwtchfest #candlestonwoods #merthyrmawr #weddingfestival

✨ ULTIMATE TICKET GIVEAWAY! ✨ We have released more FREE day tickets this morning! They’re limited in numbers so act quickly and get yours now!! We also have an amazing 2 for 1 offer on weekend tickets with camping spots still available too, so if you fancy a weekend away, jump on this now! There are so many incredible wedding suppliers joining us, you really don’t want to miss out 🤩 #merthyrmawr #weddingshow #weddingfestival #wedding #sayyes #engaged #bridetobe #bride #groom #2024bride #2025bride #wales #southwales #streetfood #candlestonwoods #nature #wellness #wildwedding #outdoorwedding #bristolwedding #bristolbride #southwest

Have you entered our epic #CWTCHFEST24 Competition over on Instagram yet? You can win a weekend pass PLUS an overnight stay in a luxury bell tent courtesy of Pitch Tents. Follow the link in the comments to enter. Closes Sunday evening ###

Why Candleston? 🌲 It’s a forest, near the sea…. Oh, and it looks like this 😍 Need we say more?! 🌲 🌊 ✨ P.s; Cwtchfest tickets… coming soon 🤗 #weddingvenue #weddingvenueideas #weddingvenuehunting #southwales #weddingplanning #forestwedding #forestweddingvenue #south #wales #southwalesweddings #weddingfestival

✨ TOMORROW ✨ We can’t wait to welcome you to the wedding show tomorrow! Take a look at and follow the fantastic businesses we have joining us! @artbydesignphotography @tusker_acoustic_duo @katestuartphotography @southwalesphotobooth @dorothyseedflorists @meganandclaude @twotailsweddings @twofingersdrinks @quirk_it__ @planetglammakeupstudio @thewitchingflowerflorist @makeuplocker1 @print_on_me @candlestonwoods @adrianharries21 @bridalcric @arthurs.cart @libertyboothuk @dyfedmenswear @allaboutevebridalwear Tickets are still available - if you have a wedding to plan, you really won’t want to miss out 🎟️ ✨ #engagedwales #weddingshow #weddingfair #weddingphotography #makeup #makeupartist #weddingvenue #weddingvenuewales #florist #weddingflowers #weddingdress #bridal #groom #weddingrings #weddingmusic #weddingmusicians

THE GLASS HALL @newport.market 👌🏼✨ It’s such a cool space for a wedding reception- evening party or any other type of celebration 🎉 See you there in Sunday ❤️💍 #weddingvenuewales #newport #newportmarket #2024bride #2025bride #urbanwedding #citywedding #weddingvenue #alternativebride #modernbride #southwalesweddings #southwalesweddingvenue #weddingshow

Hands up who loves seeing a man in a tux? 🙌🏼 Beautiful images by @katestuartphotography who will be joining us at our Wedding Show on Sunday 7th January 11-3. #southwalesweddings #southwalesweddingphotographer #femalephotographer

Welcome to Day 10 of our #12daysofcwtchmas giveaway. 🎁 THE PRIZE Today we are giving away ‘date night on us!’ for one lucky couple. Everyone is welcome to play! It includes a £25 VUE cinema voucher PLUS lots of snacks & treats. HOW TO PLAY ⚡️ 1. You MUST follow our insta 2. LIKE this post 3. TAG 3 friends in the comments Then join us live this evening when I choose the winner ❤️🧑‍🎄 GO GO GO! ❤️ #cwtchmas #12daysofcwtchmas #christmasgiveaway #welshwedding #engaged #cinema #vuegiftcard #snacksonsnacksonsnacks #bridetobe #datenight welshbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #cwmbran #cardiff #swansea #merthyrtydfil

Welcome to Day 6 of our #12daysofcwtchmas giveaway. 🎁 THE PRIZE The lovely Nic from @barkworks.dog is giving away a Christmas Hamper with a selection of natural and grain free treats made by Life of Riley Bakery. Some festive doggy goodies which include: Candy Cane rope toy, Doggy Pawfume, comb, festive bandana, discount code for use with BarkWorks & a lovely mug. PLUS a fab offer for everyone that enters: Anyone who books a wedding package with me before the end of January 2024 will receive “Doggy Vision” for Free, this will include access to your dog’s special moments HOW TO PLAY ⚡️ 1. You MUST follow us both 2. LIKE this post 3. TAG 3 friends in the comments Then join us live this evening with Nic as she chooses the winner ❤️🧑‍🎄 GO GO GO! ❤️ #cwtchmas #12daysofcwtchmas #christmasgiveaway #welshwedding #engaged #personalisedgifts #bridetobe #dogs #furbabies #dogsatweddings #welshbusiness #womeninbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #doginstagram #doggylove #doggywedding #weddingguest #welshbride #doglover #doglife

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verb Cwtch kuh・ch Welsh word for an affectionate hug or a “safe place”. In other words, if you give someone a cwtch, you’re giving them a “safe place”. Run by the well-known photographer, Maria Farrelly. Cwtch The Bride launched in 2013 with help from some beautiful brides (past, present and future) and a selection of wedding professionals. Our aim was to become the definitive wedding blog for all things Welsh :) With thanks to our dedicated readers, local wedding suppliers and the numerous industry awards we’ve won over the years. Cwtch The Bride has now established itself as the leading go-to place for planning a Welsh Wedding.

Our annual wedding Festival, CWTCHFEST has also become a firm favourite with our readers. A spring day full of inspiration and great fun that features giant Tipi’s, marquees, Stretch tents, Our main exhibitor area with over 60 leading wedding suppliers, live bands performing, DIY workshops, street food, pop up bars, entertainment and much more! Everything you see showcased at Cwtchfest is bookable for your own wedding.

Its so lovely to welcome you. We are here to inspire you, advise you, support you and offer a cwtch when you need it! Here’s to the start of your planning journey with us x