What wedding transport to choose

From helicopter to horse and carriage, the sky’s the limit for wedding transport

So, you don’t fancy arriving at your wedding in a big car with a white bow tied to it? Then don’t. There’s no reason to stick with tradition when you choose your wedding transport -- when it comes to hitting the road, you can make your own rules. Here are a few ideas.

Sophisticated style

A stretch limousine adds a dash of Hollywood glamour to the proceedings and you'll feel like a star. Alternatively, plump for a classic American car -- perhaps a 1950s Cadillac in a funky colour like bubblegum pink! Are you both sports car fanatics? If so, why not hire a spectacular set of wheels for the big day? Bride and/or groom could roll up in a racy Ferrari, Porsche, Aston Martin - or even matching Mini Coopers a la Italian Job. If you want to try something really different, roll up in a restored NYPD police car or a 1980 New York Checker Cab.

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Fulfil your fantasies of the perfect fairy-tale wedding by drawing up in a horse and carriage. Intensely romantic and very picturesque, this mode of transport is perfect for a country wedding where you won't have to negotiate busy roads to get to the ceremony venue.  

Choose a chopper

For an entrance worthy of a Bond girl, arrive by helicopter. This is not only a thrilling way to travel, it can also be very practical, especially if your ceremony venue is some way from your home or the reception. But this is one to avoid if you're a nervous flyer, on a tight budget or worried about crushing your dress or messing up your hair!

Walk it!

If you live very close to the ceremony venue, why not walk there? 'My parents live in a tiny village where everyone knows everyone else,' says Becky, 'so on my wedding day, dad and I walked down the village street to the church. All our neighbours turned out to watch -- it felt like a royal wedding!' 

Drive your own

If you're passionate about your own car, why not use it on the big day? 'I've had my VW Beetle for 10 years,' says Louise. 'She's something of a personal trademark, so it seemed very fitting to arrive at the ceremony in Minnie, as I call her!'  

Smooth move

Planning a very formal, sophisticated wedding? A vintage Rolls or Daimler is indisputably the most elegant way to arrive. They'll also lend your photos a wonderful classic look.

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