John & Lindsey :: August 8, 2009 Goderich, Ontario Photography by Jakal Photography, Seaforth ON Story by TheWeddingRing.ca John and Lindsey met in 2004 when they both attended a concert of Chinese music in Montreal. Lindsey’s roommate introduced the two, which led to the group getting together for tea. They must have hit it off because after […]
Whether it’s early spring, mid-summer or fall, Hessenland’s surrounding landscape (and beach) offer incredible settings for any wedding, no matter the season. But it’s Hessenland’s waterfall that tops the list for most popular feature. The Hessenland waterfall offers a peacefull, picturesque backdrop for your wedding ceremony or your wedding party photos! More on Hessenland Country […]
Hessenland Country Inn is thrilled to announce the addition of the first micro vineyard to Huron County in Spring 2015. Construction of their new vineyard has started and will continue through 2016 and 2017. You can look forward to having a glass of Ontario’s West Coast wine in 2018! Grapes that will be grown on […]
From the Fall/Winter 2015 issue of The Wedding Ring ONTARIO Magazine This gorgeous rustic design palette was created by the talented designers at Village Vines Florists (villagevinesflorists.com) in Exeter, Ontario for The Ring’s Wedding Expo in London, Winter 2015. Vintage blue glass bottles, gold charger plates and tall brushed gold vintage style vases, white roses […]
From beaches to ballrooms and fireplaces to all things fancy, there are hundreds of reasons to love being an Ontario bride or groom. We’ve listed some of our favourite things right here, featuring Ontario wedding venues and Ontario wedding experts. BEACH WEDDING PHOTOS on Ontario’s West Coast… You don’t have to board a flight to find a […]
The luxe wedding of Brittany & Andrew was a dream come true. Hosted at the gorgeous Bellamere Winery, everything was beautiful from the wonderful ceremony back drop to the abundance of gorgeous flowers. From beginning to end this wedding was a fairytale brought to life! Bride and Groom: Brittany and Andrew Photography: One12 Photography (www.one12photo.ca) Flowers: Designs In […]
Hessenland Country Inn | Jennifer & Nigel planned a destination wedding on Ontario’s West Coast, handling every detail by email from their home in New Zealand! The result was the perfect day, shared with family and friends. BRIDE & GROOM: Jennifer & Nigel Sampson CEREMONY & RECEPTION LOCATIONS: Hessenland Country Inn (hessenland.com) DESIGN PALETTE: Colours […]
Ultimate Wedding Songs Database – First Dance, Wedding Processional & Reception Entrance Song Ideas From The Beatles and The Piano Guys to Lennon & Maisey, Eric Clapton and Dustin Lynch, this list is filled with some of the best possible song ideas (and their corresponding music videos) of today and all time that you could […]
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Jessica and Ryan wanted to share their love of reading, music, travel and the outdoors with their wedding guests. And having an “Ontario Destination Wedding” was exactly the way they wanted to do it! Hessenland Country Inn was the perfect venue to bring all of these elements together. Hessenland is so naturally beautiful that it doesn’t take much […]
This before and after look at the Mitchell Community Centre is proof that a high quality decorator like Devine Wedding Design (DWD) (devineweddingdesign.ca) is the key to transforming any blank slate type of venue space into your dream wedding location. DWD explains, “Amanda had a vision… she trusted us enough to give us fill creative […]
Photo above: Spirits Intrigued Photography Planning a destination wedding or a honeymoon? We have the perfect tips for you to make your trip even better! Read on and then start packing!! 1. Do not expect to find things as you experience them at home. You left home to find different things. 2. Do not take anything TOO seriously, […]
“When we walked through Hessenland and onto the grounds, it took my breath away. Instantly, Brad decided that the ceremony would be under the willow tree. The venue is 20 minutes from our family cottage. I had originally imagined that we would have a big backyard BBQ style cottage wedding. Hessenland was maybe the 10th […]
{Reality Wedding Story} Jenna and Tim wanted their wedding to be elegant and romantic, close to home in rural Ontario, and have the option for guests to stay overnight. They kept it simple, relied entirely on their team of expert vendors, and celebrated their day with friends and family, dancing well into the night. With […]
PHOTOGRAPHY: Julie Nicole Photography (julienicolephotography.com) Featured in the Spring/Summer 2018 issue of The Wedding Ring ONTARIO Magazine DESTINATION GIFTS & FAVOURS: Wedsy.ca (♥) (wedsy.ca) Finding especially lovely items for your especially lovely wedding Wedsy.ca is about making your Canadian wedding that much more beautiful, more creative, and more you. To see for yourself, visit the […]
Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery is the ultimate Ontario West Coast wedding destination offering gazebos, overnight accommodations, waterfalls, lake access and gorgeous in- & outdoor wedding spaces Since 1984, Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery (www.hessenland.com) has managed to bring heritage, idyllic landscape and refined elegance together with a multitude of ceremony and reception spaces. This […]
Devine Wedding Design owes popularity to selection, service and incredible prices Having the wedding you’ve always dreamed of is something that Wendy Bennewies, owner of Devine Wedding Design, believes every couple deserves. From backdrops, ceiling drapery and centrepieces to smaller design details such as envelope containers, linens and chair covers that fit into a long […]
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Photo, above: Decor: Devine Wedding Design | Photo: Heather Deitz Photography Stratford Country Club offers expertise, style and service for ceremony and receptions Located about thirty minutes outside of Kitchener-Waterloo in the quaint and historic town of Stratford, the Stratford Country Club is a well established favourite for area couples and local destination weddings outside of […]
Cambridge Mill provides brides with a stunning location and fabulous view of the Grand River If you’re looking for a timeless, unique and romantic location to host your Wedding, you’re going to want to check out Cambridge Mill. This location, which is family-run by life-long restaurateurs, the Ciancone Family, has been designed specifically to be […]
Brides choose alterations at Ellen & Company for their impeccable service, years of experience and an incredible eye for detail When we interviewed past brides about Ellen Shute, owner of Ellen & Company in St.Mary’s, an alterations house specializing in bridal and formal wear alterations, we couldn’t believe the response. From feedback like, “I was […]
Brides choose Whistle Bear Golf Club for its rustic charm, personalized attention and all in one location When Whistle Bear first opened its doors in 2001, their team knew there were three things that would set them apart… excellent service, phenomenal outdoor views and freshly prepared food. Their approach worked and today, brides come from […]
An all in one wedding destination set against natural waterfalls and historic architecture make Ancaster Mill a timeless venue choice for Southwestern Ontario brides With beautifully landscaped gardens and historic buildings, natural waterfalls and fabulous architecture, it doesn’t get any better than Ancaster Mill for the bride and groom looking for a place to hold […]
Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers a modern venue with stunning, one of a kind views of Lake Ontario Sitting above the shore, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking, panoramic views of Burlington Bay and Lake Ontario. The room for your reception—warm, welcoming, and relaxing, in natural wood and earth tones—with floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. With blue […]
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Add a little sparkle on your big day with a few of our favourite diamond inspired items at Wedsy.ca (wedsy.ca)… MORE ABOUT WEDSY.CA| Wedsy.ca (wedsy.ca) is a fresh online wedding shop run by the girls at The Ring (more details in their review in The Ring, here). To find out more, email Wedsy.ca directly using […]
Photo above: Kendra Ruth Photography Revival House is romantically chic with a touch of modern hipster Whether it’s the cathedral ceilings, stained glass windows, spectacular food, extensive drink selection or the heritage and ambience, Revival House is downtown Stratford’s hippest VIP hideaway. From the chill upstairs gastrolounge to the historic sanctuary, Revival House is a unique […]
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Grand Bend’s Oakwood Resort is the ultimate, all-in-one location for a West Coast Ontario wedding Open year-round alongside the shores of Lake Huron, Oakwood Resort is a fantastic choice for a wedding in any season. At Oakwood Resort, you can plan for indoor or outdoor ceremonies, grand receptions, beach-side photo shoots, and overnight accommodations for your […]
