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UK vs US Brides: Wedding expert reveals 5 ways we differ

It's time to settle the score: do UK brides really do it better, or are our American cousins stealing the show? Let's dive into the wedding warzone and explore five spicy differences that set us apart! According to a survey conducted by the UK's largest wedding venue collection, the Gilchrist Collection, there are some key differences in the ways Brits plan their big day, compared to that of Americans. Samantha Gilchrist, the owner of the Gilchrist Collection, has had the pleasure of helping thousands of engaged couples with their wedding, across 12 venues, both in the UK and US.

Soak up the sunshine at Ockenden Manor

As the weather warms, the sun shines and the grass grows greener, embark on a sun-soaked staycation with PoB Hotels, the distinguished collection of the finest independent hotels scattered across the British Isles, where the promise of summer splendour awaits. Stop and smell the roses at Ockenden Manor. This summer, stop and smell the roses at Ockenden Manor, a quintessentially English manor that is surrounded by the greatest and most beautiful gardens in Sussex. Be enthralled by a visit to three privately owned and heritage gardens of Sussex. The package includes two nights' accommodation, along with a guided tour and delicious Michelin-starred lunch at Gravetye Manor, entrance to High Beeches Gardens and Borde Hill, along with dinner and afternoon tea at Ockenden Manor.

Here are 10 must-have items to include in a wedding bathroom basket

Luxury bathroom experts at Posh.co.uk have shared ten must-have items to provide to make sure guests are well taken care of. Wedding bathroom baskets can be a really nice touch for couples to show their guests they care by providing them with everything they need for a comfortable evening. Including items like safety pins, deodorant, body tape and antihistamines will mean that guests won't have to worry about a thing. Andy Ellis from Posh.co.uk said: "Wedding bathroom baskets can be a really lovely touch at a reception by providing guests with all of those small but important items that they may not necessarily be able to bring with them.