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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: June 2024

PLANNING, MANAGEMENT & INSPIRATION


HONEST - CREATIVE - CALM

***Tune in: The Weddings by Annabel PODCAST! Find on all major platforms.***


WHAT I DO…

- Event Management, On the Day Coordination, Problem Solving & Styling

- Venue Management for unique spaces & Business Consultancy for Wedding Professionals

- Specialisations in Eco Friendly, DIY & Outdoor Celebrations

- In The Lake District & Cumbria for International, National and Local Clients

... Organised Creativity

WHY IS WBA DIFFERENT?…

Honest - Sometimes you just need an honest sounding board and someone to hear your ideas then help bring them to life. Its important to me that every decision you make reflects you as a couple and creates the right atmosphere, flow and memories. Once I know your style and personalities and using my extensive experience in event management, I will be honest about what will work and what is needed.

Creative - I believe a wedding is about the joining of two lives so each wedding should showcase this union. I will take time to get to know you and ensure the plans highlight your story. I love a challenge so tell me your quirks, your passions or what you’re known for. What’s your home like? What’s your favourite hobby? What defines you? Will guests come to your wedding and know from the invitation to the sign on the drive that is it ‘you’ reflected in this event?

Calm - A Wedding Planner should always be calm. Like a swan across the lake, working hard but with all the grace I can muster! Nothing will get in the way of keeping everyone happy. Every event is about the people so this is at the forefront of every plan. I concentrate on the experiences of all involved, from the tastes, textures and temperatures to the smells and sounds. Lets do this together to ensure everyone is at ease and relaxed!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

Size of weddings/events you organise:

Fewer than 100 guests
Between 100 and 300 guests
Between 300 and 500 guests

Services you offer:

Venues
Decoration
Wedding coordinator

What kind of ceremonies do you offer?

Civil partnership
Religious
Open-air
Symbolic
Themed
Eco-friendly
Humanist

Do you organise non-Christian religion weddings?

Yes

What type of weddings are you specialised in?

Natural, personalised... anything that reflects you as a couple! We work together to eliminate waste, ensuring each element showcases you as a couple and creates atmosphere and memories

How do you work?

Consultation first to chat through every idea and plans made so far. Then we discuss what you might need help with from that point. From there its like having a Wedding PA! Personalised support!

What are the forms of payment?

Deposit then monthly installments - made via bank transfer. Simple!

Served in

Cumbria and North Yorkshire

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Katy
Katy M. Sent on 04/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

You need Annabel at your wedding!

Annabel came to us via the venue we booked and I'm so so glad she did! Annabel knows weddings inside out and is such a help because you only want to do this once, she will make sure everything is accounted for and no detail is too small for her to help you get right! We had two consultations with her before the big day, and each one was helpful and guided us from vague ideas through to a formulated plan. On the day she even got stuck in to getting flowers arranged around the venue which was such a help since the bridal party was getting ready and the groomsmen were stand-up paddleboarding!
Annabel is worth her weight in gold, and we will tell anyone who listens!
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Katie J. Sent on 22/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Cool, calm and on it like a car bonnet!

From her response to our initial enquiry, Annabel’s efficiency was plain to see. When we had our first Zoom call it felt like we were chatting to an old friend. It was a no brainer for us.

Annabel was a great sounding board in the early stages. She was quick to respond to my panicked emails about whether I’d done the right thing.
Annabel knew a lot of our suppliers, in fact she recommended them, which meant she knew exactly how it would all work. She was also able to get responses quickly on our queries.

Annabel provided a calming influence and was all over every detail which meant we didn’t have to be. I’m sure there was so much more going on behind the scenes that we were oblivious to!

We would 100% recommend having Annabel involved in your planning process. If you haven’t had her in your life, you’re missing out!
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Suzanne W. Sent on 31/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Annabel truly stands out in her field!

We recently had the pleasure of working alongside Annabel from Weddings by Annabel at a beautiful wedding held at Holesfoot in Cumbria. As professionals, we've collaborated with many wedding planners, but Annabel truly stands out in her field.

From the moment we arrived, it was evident that Annabel had everything under control. Her attention to detail and seamless coordination was impressive. Every aspect of the wedding was meticulously planned, ensuring that the couple and their guests could enjoy the day without a hitch.

Annabel's warm and approachable demeanour made her a joy to work with. She maintained a calm and composed presence throughout the event, handling any challenges with grace and efficiency. This not only put the couple at ease but also created a harmonious working environment for all wedding vendors involved.

One of the highlights was the smooth integration of our Airstream Photo Booth into the evening's celebrations. Annabel ensured that the photo booth was set up in a prime location, easily accessible for guests and seamlessly incorporated into the wedding's timeline.

Working with Annabel was an absolute pleasure. Her professionalism, creativity, and dedication to her craft are truly commendable. I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with her again in the future and would highly recommend her services to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding planner.
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Sarah Sent on 18/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Calm, kind, professional and on it!

Annabel and her team have been wonderful.
We had two calls with Annabel before the wedding and she has everything under control. She's calm and collected and funny with it. She helped James and I make rational decisions on parts of the wedding we were unsure on and was able to guide us through all our questions.
On the day, Annabel and her team were invaluable. From making sure we were all running to time, to making sure we had 10 minutes to ourselves after the ceremony, conjuring up canapes we were afraid of missing! to providing me with an escape from varying conversations to make sure I could eat my dinner, Annabel was fantastic.
Both sets of parents also commented on how smooth the day went and how personable Annabel is. Thank you so much for everything, (there is so much behind the scenes we don't see too!) - we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day.
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Grace M. Sent on 19/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

An essential helping hand!

We hired Annabel for our on the day coordination for our wedding at Silverholme Manor, overlooking Lake Windermere. The wedding was for 150 people. We hired her in the weeks before the wedding to help with the on the day coordination to take the stress away from our special day. When i first spoke to Annabel, i knew that she would be perfect for the job. She knew the wedding venue exceptionally well and the suppliers. She was practical, knowledgeable and above all enthusiastic! She was helpful on the day and helped make the day run smoothly. She was great with the wedding set up and ensuring everyone is sat where the needed to be in ceremony and for the wedding breakfast, organising suppliers on the day and making sure the day stuck to the programme! She was enthusiastic and i would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who needs help with their wedding! For such a special day, a helping hand is really essential!
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Katharine F. Sent on 18/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Without a doubt the best decision we made was booking Annabel!

Everybody NEEDS an Annabel at their wedding. We honestly could not recommend Annabel enough and I don't even know where to begin. Annabel is a dream and it was the best decision we made to have her as a coordinator for our wedding day.

Annabel is efficient, reliable, professional, approachable, warm, friendly, enthusiastic....the list could go on and on. Annabel immediately got our vision for our wedding day in our early video meetups and made us feel totally at ease. We chose to have a DIY wedding with the reception in tipis in a field- this meant that there were a lot of elements to come together so for us, it was essential we had somebody to ensure everything ran smoothly on the day. Annabel is incredibly knowledgeable about the local wedding industry and was quick to offer up advice and recommendations for various suppliers we were yet to book, and elements of the wedding we did not know where to begin with. In the lead up to the wedding, Annabel ensured that all of the suppliers we had booked were communicated with and were up to date with the schedule for the day.

On the day she was like the best type of fairy godmother/Mary Poppins/knight in shining armour you could ever imagine- she ensured everything ran smoothly, was quick to advise people on where to be and when, and went absolutely above and beyond. When things were running a bit behind schedule, Annabel ensured that all of our suppliers were primed and were up to speed- we didn't notice if there were any hiccups as Annabel made sure we were able to have the best time, relax, and had zero to worry about.

We finished the wedding feeling like Annabel is a true friend and part of us is sad that we won't have more regular meetups with her. We highly recommend Annabel- you will not regret booking her and make it the first thing you do!!

Thank you Annabel!!

Kate and George Wilson xxx
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Sarah Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

I would definitely recommend Weddings by Annabel!

To anyone who wants to enjoy their day stress free and find someone they can put their confidence in for their most important day, I would definitely recommend Weddings by Annabel!
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Rachel Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

She is calm, funny, tasteful and amazing!

The fluidity of the wedding was seamless, something I would never been able to pull off without her. She is calm, funny, tasteful and amazing!
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Di Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Annabel is both lovely and ruthlessly efficient

“We would recommend Weddings by Annabel without hesitation. Annabel is both lovely and ruthlessly efficient. We cannot really explain how grateful we are to her for the part that she played in making sure that our day was just perfect for us.”
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Becca Sent on 25/06/2020
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Really, really appreciated

From day one she felt like someone I could talk to and I really, really, really appreciated that.
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Carly Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

I would urge anyone to use a professional like Annabel

“Without proper planning, a DIY wedding could be stressful and it could take away from your enjoyment of the day. I would urge anyone to use a professional like Annabel, it is the best money you will spend!”
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Megan Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Worth every penny

It was then that I said to my husband ‘you don’t realise until the day how much we needed this, its worth every penny’.
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Meghan Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Your help was invaluable, and we can’t tell you enough how much we appreciate your impact on our wedding

Your patience with our random questions, worries, and stresses from our earliest planning days right up through our wedding day were second to none. Your help was invaluable, and we can’t tell you enough how much we appreciate your impact on our wedding.
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Caitlin Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

She’s the expert!

When Annabel tells you not to worry, trust her. She’s the expert!
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Rebecca Sent on 25/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Efficiency and no nonsense, exactly what you need in a wedding planner

Annabel strikes that rare balance of warm and welcoming with efficiency and no nonsense, exactly what you need in a wedding planner.
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