BBC looking for Greater Manchester couples getting married this year for new wedding show

The BBC is on the lookout for both couples and wedding planners in Greater Manchester to appear on its new TV show.

Producers are searching for couples who are planning to get married between August and October this year with the aim to match them with ‘incredible wedding planners’ to create ‘show-stopping events’.

The show will see the planners compete for a ‘money-can’t-buy prize and the opportunity to take their careers to the next level.’

Outlining the show, a spokesperson said: “BBC Studios want to shine the spotlight on the backbone of the industry who against the odds help to make the dreams of couples come true.

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“A selection of event planners will be tasked with pulling off the dreams of some of Britain’s most deserving couples, producing precious memories which will last a lifetime.

“Each week they will be provided with a specific brief and budget to deliver an unforgettable masterpiece, whilst being judged by industry-leading judges and the couples themselves.”

The series also aims to give audiences some insight into the ‘remarkable skill set’ needed to plan a wedding.

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Applications for the show should be rife, with thousands of couples across the country having waited to tie the knot since the pandemic began last year.

Up to thirty people – including children – are currently allowed to attend a wedding ceremony or reception. But as it stands, big weddings with no cap on guest lists should be allowed to go ahead from June 21st, with confirmation expected in the coming weeks. 

This means couples taking part in the show should be able to craft their big day without any restrictions by the time production on the show begins.

If you’re eighteen or over and want to take part in the show, email weddings@bbc.co.uk.