16th North West Wedding Awards

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026

The 16th Annual North West Wedding Awards, the region’s most prestigious event recognising excellence in the wedding industry, took place on 17 June 2026. 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 ‘Black & White’, designed by Willow & Fig Manchester, which created a backdrop of elegance and glamour at The Park Hall Hotel. Welcomed with a glass of fizz and canapés, guests had 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 who showed their support for local suppliers by voting for them and helping them reach the finals. It was wonderful to celebrate the 16th Annual North West Wedding Awards and honour the incredible talents, products, services and hard work of our suppliers,” 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 to contribute to their important mission. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants, sponsors and supporters who made this event a resounding success, helping to send our 15th child on a holiday of a lifetime.”

The 16th Annual North West Wedding Awards served as a reminder of the resilience and creativity within the wedding industry, even amid recent challenging times. By recognising and applauding the exceptional talents of wedding professionals, this event continues to set the standard for excellence in the North West.

For more information about the North West Wedding Awards, please visit

www.countybrides.com

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

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