YOUR WEDDING: Paul Collins and Laura Shuttle-worth
The Inskip couple were married at St Peter’s Church in their home village on May 6, before a reception at Singleton Lodge.
Having met in a Sainsbury’s supermarket aisle, they became engaged after six years together, on Laura’s birthday.
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Hide AdPaul, 35, a locksmith and window repairer, had kept it a secret all day and did a surprise proposal.
They were enjoying a family meal to celebrate her birthday when Paul gave her an extra birthday card.
When she opened it, he had written in it ‘Will You Marry Me?’
The couple had originally planned to get married in 2014 however after having their daughter in 2013, Laura became unwell and was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis along with kidney problems and were forced to postpone their big day.
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Hide AdAlthough not in full remission of the disease, Laura’s health has improved and she felt well enough to plan their dream day.
On the morning of the wedding, Paul and his best man – who had flown over from Dubai – were escorted to the ceremony in a decorated tractor, in honour of Laura’s late grandad who owned a tractor company.
Laura received a surprise from her mum and dad with a Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud to take her to the church and their daughter had her own surprise with a Little Tikes horse and carriage.
Physiotherapist Laura said: “It was the best day ever and I didn’t want it to end.
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Hide Ad“It was exactly how I imagined and I felt so beautiful and happy, and after feeling so ill for so long it was fantastic to feel like this for a whole day, and to know that all our guests had the best time.”
They also held a raffle and raised £1,500 for Crohns and Colitis UK which helped Laura during her illness.
Paul added: “The day was amazing and we loved every second, Laura looked beautiful and I will never forget the happiness that the day brought.
“All our guests really enjoyed celebrating with us and we are so grateful for all the support we received for our charity raffle and auction for Crohns and Colitis UK.”
Bride’s parents: Mark and Irene Shuttleworth
Groom’s parents: John and Trish Collins
Best man: Tarun Patel
Bridesmaids: Rachel Shuttleworth and Andrea Shuttleworth
Flower girl: Lucy Shuttleworth-Collins
Page boy: Oliver Clark
Ushers: Lee Nightingale and Robert Sanderson
Groomsman: Steven Collins
Make up artist: Jo Coole
Hairdressers: Hair and Beauty by Clare Ashton
Bride’s dress: Ronald Joyce by Victoria Jane ‘Josie’
DJ: Martin Abbot from CJ Tazz
Wedding tractor: W J Sanderson & Sons Ltd
Photographer: Matt Herrington Photography