Couple hold Flintstones themed wedding in Devon
The newlyweds at their Flintstones inspired wedding
Two fanatical Flintstones fans celebrated their love for each other, and the cartoon, by incorporating the Bedrock characters into their wedding with the bride and groom donning Fred and Wilma Flintstone costumes to walk down the aisle.
Gayle Watson married Ed Robinson at The Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe, Devon on Tuesday of this week. The wacky pair even managed to rope their wedding attendants into joining in with the Flintstones theme as their best man and maid of honour dressed up as Barney and Betty Rubble for the big day, with their flower girl and page boy turning out as Pebbles and Bam Bam.
Even the 100 guests who were invited to the Flintstones inspired do got into the spirit of things with many turning up in caveman and cave woman outfits especially for the occasion.
The bride and groom went to great lengths to incorporate the cartoon theme into every aspect of their wedding day. Their wedding car was especially created by themselves and is a replica of the Flintstones car seen in the series, they also plastered their ceremony venue so as to create a stone cave effect, and even invited a 20foot cardboard dinosaur to the wedding to help set the scene.
The reception venue was also transformed into a cave especially for the wedding party and it even changed its name for the day from The Royal Marie Pub, to The Bedrock.
Couple marry in New York’s Apple store
A first generation iPod was used to carry the rings at the wedding held at the Appple store
A couple who met at an Apple store became the first to ever get married in one when they exchanged vows at the shop on Fifth Avenue in New York on Valentine’s Day. The tech-mad pair even incorporated Apple products into their ceremony with the couple reading their vows from their iPhones.
Josh and Ting Li, both from New York, met at the same store when Josh struck up a conversation with Ting over an iPod she was purchasing.
The idea for the Apple themed wedding came after a comment made by the groom when he said jokingly, the Apple store was like his church as he loved the products so much. Luckily his bride-to-be shared his love and the Apple wedding idea snowballed from there.
The self-confessed “obsessive” Apple fans went to great lengths to incorporate their favourite technology into every area of their nuptials. Their friend who officiated the ceremony, dressed up in a costume resembling Steve Jobs, the Chief Executive of Apple. They used a first generation iPod to carry the rings, and even took a quote from Apple CEO for their vows which read: “You have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something — your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down.”
Word about the unusual choice of wedding venue got out after an Apple employee at the store posted a message on Twitter. A video capturing the Apple wedding, filmed by a hot dog seller outside the store, has since found its way onto YouTube.
Unusual Wedding Venues
The Gherkin
If you’ve never considered yourselves to be a conventional couple, check out our list of top alternative wedding venues in the U.K. Some are fun and quirky, some are downright odd.
The Gherkin
Boasting the best views over the city of London, The Gherkin is the capital’s most iconic modern building. The London landmark also offers a very high standard of hospitality with some the biggest companies choosing it as the venue for their lavish parties. The Gherkin can be seen for miles around so your guests certainly won’t have any difficulty finding your wedding venue.
A Cave
Wookey Hole in Somerset, who recently appointed a new resident witch, offer couples the opportunity to exchange their vows deep underground in one of their spooky caves. There are a selection of caves to choose from, the largest can accommodate 120 guests, all of which are fully licensed for civil ceremonies.
A lighthouse
Wesk Usk Lighthouse
West Usk Lighthouse is situated halfway between Newport and Cardiff in South Wales. The lighthouse is privately owned and has been restored to a very high standard with a hot tub, four-poster beds, an exquisite spiral staircase and a beautiful roof garden with views across the Severn Estuary. Your ceremony can be conducted on top of the lighthouse in the open air. The building is steeped in history being over 180 years old and grade ll listed; keeps your eyes peeled as many of the local farmers have spotted UFO’s in the area.
Editor’s Office
We’re not sure why, but the offer is there. Media enthusiasts (if there is such a thing) can choose to commit themselves to each other in the Editor of The Daily Mirror’s office in Canary Wharf, London. Aaah, the romance! If you’re a busy career couple, this maybe the perfect venue as you can tie the knot during your lunch break; even better if you happen to work at The Daily Mirror.
Theatre
It’s expected that the newlyweds are the centre of attention on their big day, however privately owned Clonter Opera Theatre in Cheshire offers couples the opportunity to wed live on stage. They have a selection of 5 separate reception rooms to choose for your reception. The theatre enjoys an idyllic setting surrounded by bluebells woods and lush parkland.
London Eye
Climb aboard your own private capsule with your family and friends and hold tight. A full revolution takes half an hour and by the time you’ve reached the highest point of the wheel 135 metres above the city, you’ll be married. If you choose the Platinum Package you’ll also be treated to a complementary ride on the Eye to celebrate your fist wedding anniversary.
Absolut Ice Bar
Absolut Ice Bar
Set in the heart of London this sub zero venue will certainly give your guests an occasion to remember. The aisle is constructed out of the purest ice harvested from a river in Sweden. This bar is far from being a novelty venue as they also offer a very high standard of catering courtesy of their award winning chefs.
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