Wedding Planning Secrets from County Brides’ Duane | Bonus Episode for Engaged Couples

Welcome back to another episode of Totally Absolutely Engaged, the wedding podcast created specifically for engaged couples planning their big day 💍

This special BONUS episode follows on from our previous County Brides episode with wedding industry expert Duane, but this time we’re diving even deeper into advice specifically for brides, grooms, and newly engaged couples. If you're planning a wedding in the North West, chances are County Brides has already helped shape your wedding journey — from discovering suppliers and venues to helping couples understand how to plan a smooth, stress-free wedding day.

In this episode, Duane shares:

✨ How to structure and timeline your wedding day

✨ The biggest wedding planning mistakes couples make

✨ Wedding entertainment ideas for every part of the day

✨ Speech tips, music advice & ceremony planning

✨ Why DIY weddings can become overwhelming

✨ Current wedding trends for 2026

✨ Real wedding stories from over 40 years in the industry

✨ How to actually enjoy your wedding day instead of stressing through it

We also discuss:

Wedding fairs & supplier advice

Budget expectations

Wedding traditions that have disappeared

Tips for making lasting memories

Why communication with suppliers matters

The importance of planning your wedding in stages

Whether you're newly engaged, deep into wedding planning, or just looking for expert wedding advice, this episode is packed with practical tips, funny stories, and insider knowledge from one of the UK wedding industry's most experienced voices.