TWO businesses in the west Worcestershire village of Wichenford have combined to help brides on their big day.

Laughern Hill Estate, the five star country house retreat and boutique wedding hideaway, has developed a new partnership with nearby inn the Mason Arms to create an affordable wedding package.

Owner of Laughern Hill Estate, Christopher Palmer-Jeffery, said: "In a short time Laughern Hill Estate has become one of Worcestershire’s most popular wedding destinations of choice for couples looking for something unique and exclusive. However, it is no secret that weddings can be extremely expensive, so by popular request we have developed a new ‘Vows only’ option in partnership with The Mason Arms.”

Under the partnered wedding package, couples can enjoy exclusive use of Laughern Hill Estate for an outdoor wedding ceremony – exchanging vows with close family and friends within one of the county’s most beautiful settings – followed by their very own tailored buffet and after party at The Mason Arms.

The Mason Arms was purchased by pub enthusiasts, Laura and Nibs Grist in February 2012. In nearly four years it has transformed into one of Worcestershire’s premiere country pubs, serving a homemade British and European menu, complete with a stock of fine wines.