Ipswich's biggest wedding show returns to Venue 16 this Sunday

Why it matters: For nearly two decades, The Suffolk Wedding Show has been helping Ipswich couples plan their perfect day, providing a one-stop opportunity to meet local wedding professionals.

The details: Run by Ipswich-based Suffolk Events, the event is now in its 19th year and offers engaged couples access to a comprehensive range of wedding services.

• Attendees can meet photographers, venue representatives, dress suppliers, florists and other wedding specialists from across the county.
• The show takes place from 10:30 to 15:00 on Sunday, 16 March.
• Free entry is available at selected times and free parking is provided.
• A café and bar will be available on-site.

What they're saying: "Twenty years ago, I was a bride-to-be, searching for the perfect wedding fair, only to realise what I wanted didn't exist. So, I created it," event organiser Neisler Dickinson said.

"Even when I left my career in 2023 to pursue my Menopause Vitamin Company full-time, the show remained familiar, steady, mine," she said. "Then, the day after I handed in my notice, my world flipped. The host venue announced its closure. Just like that, everything I'd built was homeless."

The show found a new home at Venue 16 with support from Jamie Smith and his team.

The bottom line: Couples wishing to upgrade their experience can purchase VIP tickets, which include a glass of bubbly and a wedding magazine for the person getting married. Head to The Suffolk Wedding Show's website for more.