Monday 15 January 2007

Church weddings back in style

Traditional church weddings are making a comeback, according to new research, but the reasons have little to do with religion. Instead, the setting of the church is what motivates couples.

The survey indicates that couples might be turning their backs on the trend towards exotic weddings in far-flung locations. But the majority of those now favouring the traditional church wedding express little interest in the Church’s marriage preparation classes. Instead it is the “location, location, location” mantra of the property market that is the attraction, with picturesque churches in classic beauty spots most sought-after as marriage venues. Read more

1 comment:

Nick Gulliford said...

"But the majority of those now favouring the traditional church wedding express little interest in the Church’s marriage preparation classes."

That's not what I hear on my grapevine. But how can you counter an assertion like that?