15th Annual North West Wedding Awards Celebrates Outstanding Wedding Suppliers and Raises £4,378.17 for Charity

Monday, July 7th, 2025

The 15th annual North West Wedding Awards, the region’s most prestigious event recognising excellence in the wedding industry, took place on 11th June 2024. The awards ceremony brought together top wedding suppliers, venues and creatives from across the North West to celebrate their exceptional contributions to creating unforgettable wedding experiences.

Organised by County Brides, the North West Wedding Awards has become a hallmark event for the wedding industry in the region. Year after year, it honours the tireless efforts and remarkable talents of wedding professionals who go above and beyond to make dreams come true for couples.

Finalists did incredibly well this year to make it through with 17,592 votes verified and 3,042 individual companies nominated.

The theme for the evening was ‘Summer’ designed by Willow & Fig which created a backdrop of elegance and glamour at. Welcomed with a glass of fizz and guests having the chance to network with their peers before a gala dinner, raffle, auction, live entertainment and of course, the awards.

In addition to recognising outstanding achievements, the North West Wedding Awards demonstrated a commitment to giving back to the community. The event raised an impressive £4,378.17 for Destination Florida Children’s Charity, a remarkable organisation dedicated to giving poorly children the holiday of a lifetime.

“We are overwhelmed by all the couples for showing their support of local venues and suppliers by voting for them and getting them to the finals and to celebrate the 15th Annual North West Wedding Awards and honour the incredible talents and hard work of their products and services they offer” said Duane Thornborough, Director at County Brides.

“It was a night filled with joy, camaraderie, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are equally proud to have raised £4,378.17 so far including “Gift Aid” for Destination Florida Children’s Charity and contribute to their important mission. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants, sponsors, and supporters who made this event a resounding success and helping to send our 12th child on a holiday of a lifetime”.

The 15th Annual North West Wedding Awards served as a reminder of the resilience and creativity within the wedding industry, even amidst recent challenging times. By recognising and applauding the exceptional talents of wedding professionals, this event has continued to set the standard for excellence in the North West.

For more information about the North West Wedding Awards, please visit www.county brides.co.uk

Contact Details
County Brides
01942 206446
www.countybrides.com
sales@countybrides.com

Winners:

Best Special Touches
The Added Extra

Best Bridal Retailer
Wedding Belles Bridal Boutique
Best Cake & Sweet Treats
Cake on The Lake
Best Menswear
Slater Menswear, Preston
Best Venue Stylist
Cover Story Weddings & Events
Best Florist
Country Flowers
Best Artificial Florist
Amanda’s Wedding Flowers
Best Transport
Cumbria Classic Wedding Cars
Best Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid by JB
Best Photobooth/Mirror
Reflections Entertainment
Best Male Photographer
Liam Gingell Photography
Best Female Photographer
Julianne Noon Photography
Best Videographer
Through The Lens Media
Best Stationer
Butterfly Design & Print by Annaeka
Best Jeweller
Wongs Jewellers
Best Entertainment Act
The Sing Along Waiters
Best DJ
Ali B – Birch And All Events
Best Entertainment Agency
Ice Entertainment UK
Best Entertainment Non-Musical
Crazy 9
Best Hair
N.V. Hair & Beauty
Best Beauty Health & Well Being
Lisa Simms Hair & Make-Up
Best Entertainment – Magician
Zanda Magic
Best Venue – No accommodation
The Oaktree of Peover
Best Venue – Cheshire
The Plough at Eaton
Best Venue – Lancashire
Stirk House
Best Venue – Merseyside
The Bentley Liverpool
Best Venue – Cumbria
Cragwood Country House Hotel
Best Venue – Manchester
King Street Town House
Best Toastmaster
Dave Knowles – Stirk House
Best Caterer
Top Table Weddings & Events
Best Registrar
Cheshire East Registration Service
Best Wedding Celebrant
Celebrant Ceremonies by Becky
Best Wedding Co-ordinator
Charlotte Whittaker – Norton Grange Hotel
New Business of the year
James Wedding Cars
County Brides Business of the Year
Maria Modes

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