Planning and managing Radhika and Ashik’s UK Indian wedding was an absolute joy. Their special day at Berwick House, just on the outskirts of Shrewsbury, was a perfect blend of Indian traditions and British countryside elegance—reflecting their personalities beautifully.
Meet Radhika and Ashik
Radhika and Ashik are a lovely couple, bonded by their deep affection for each other, and, of course, a shared love of Harry Potter! They both admit that they are on the introverted side, so even though the wedding was a three-day celebration, it was important to ensure they had moments to enjoy just being together amidst all the festivities. Working with this beautiful couple over 18 months was a pleasure! It’s super important when hiring a wedding planner for your personalities to click, after all, you are working together across a long period of time, so if you don’t get on, or if you don’t quite ‘get’ each other, it will be far more stressful! After meeting Ash and Radhika, we absolutely clicked, and I loved the ideas they had over the time we worked together.
Personal Touches That Made the wedding Day
One of the things that made this wedding so memorable was the way we infused the couple’s personalities into the day. Their love for Harry Potter was cleverly incorporated into the table names, which were inspired by buildings and places from the novels, and featured hand-painted images by Abi at Draw My Door. These thoughtful details added a warm, personal touch to the day, making it truly their own.
The couple even created their own newspapers for each day! Each paper had information of what was happening for the day, with timings, including information of when taxis would arrive, and even a couple related crossword puzzle!
blending Indian and British Cultures and Styles
The setting for this wedding couldn’t have been more picturesque—Berwick House, nestled in the lush Shropshire countryside. Radhika and Ashik wanted a wedding that honoured their Indian heritage while also capturing the charm and romance of a British countryside celebration. Fortunately, the weather was just right—not too hot and not too cold—which added to the relaxed and happy atmosphere.
Family and friends travelled from all over the world, from India to America, so not only was it a wedding, but also an occasion for a reunion of family. A celebration of love, family and tradition.
We worked together to ensure that the traditions of an Indian wedding in the UK were kept, through the ceremonies, the food and the colour schemes, but also with a British, countryside vibe to the day, which is why the venue was a perfect choice for them.
Stunning Indian Outfits and Colour schemes
I will never get over the outfits at this wedding! (One of the highlights of working in the wedding industry – seeing the couple and guests’ outfits!) Radhika wore six different outfits over the course of three days, each one suiting such a natural beauty. From four traditional Indian dresses, including a traditional, impressive red dress on the wedding day, to a sleek lemon-coloured gown for the welcome party, and finally her elegant white dress from their civil ceremony earlier in the week—each outfit was thoughtfully chosen from India and the UK to reflect the different aspects of their celebrations.
The colour palette was also carefully considered to set the tone for each event. For the traditional ceremonies and mehndi party, we went with vibrant blue and yellow tones. On the main wedding day, we softened the traditional red by incorporating more pinks into the décor, creating a romantic and modern feel while still paying homage to the cultural significance of the day.
Indian Traditions with a Modern Twist
In keeping with Hindu wedding traditions, the couple’s families were deeply involved in several key ceremonies. The Ganesh Puja and Haldi ceremonies on Friday were particularly memorable, with guests enthusiastically covering the couple in turmeric paste—a symbolic (and really fun – for the guests anyhow!) ritual.
A special moment that I’ll never forget was when the priest invited me to take part in the Haldi ceremony. Being asked to join in this intimate family ritual was a real honour and perfectly encapsulated the warmth and inclusivity that defined the entire wedding.
For the main wedding day, instead of a traditional mandap, we worked with the florist to create four contemporary floral pillars, which symbolised the traditional mandap pillars but with a fresh, modern twist on what you would usually see hired in for an Indian wedding.
Unique wedding Moments and Lasting Memories
There were several unique touches that stood out, but the cake was definitely a highlight! A one-metre wide masterpiece piled high with fresh fruit. This was a breath of fresh air from the usual traditional tiered wedding cake and was very well received by the guests (and me of course!). We actually hired a local bakery – Pont Bakery – to create this. Radhika and Ashik were keen to use them as they had visited the bakery on their first trip to Berwick House and loved it!
Radhika and Ashik’s Uk Indian wedding was a true celebration of love, blending vibrant Indian wedding traditions with the serene elegance of a British countryside setting in the UK. From the moment they chose to work with me, we set out to create a day that wasn’t just about their union, but also about bringing together the people they love in a setting that felt just right. The result was a wedding that was as unforgettable as the couple themselves.
Vendor Credits
- Wedding Planner: @hannahroseweddings
- Venue: @berwick_house
- Photographer: @toriafrancesphoto
- Videographer: @fineshade_studios
- Florist: @lunabloom_
- Cake: @pontbakery
- Caterer: @heenasevents
- Hair and Makeup: @stormemakeupartist
- Henna: @hennabyshiblee
- Tableware: @tipplescateringhire
- Signage/Invites: @drawmydoor
- Menus: @pinkpeonyweddings
- DJ: @eternaltaal
- Band: @distractionsband
This wedding will always hold a special place in my heart, not just for its beauty and elegance, but for the love and joy that was so clearly felt by all who attended. Congratulations again to Radhika and Ashik—it was an honour to be part of your journey.
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