Simon and Cheryl’s story actually began many years ago at primary school.

Simon spent a lot of time with his best mate Alf and was often an honorary member of the Sunnybank crew, which Cheryl was very much a part of. Even back then, Cheryl had a bit of a soft spot for Simon, although neither of them knew at the time that their story was only just beginning.

As they moved on to high school their paths drifted apart and they rarely saw each other. They crossed paths again briefly in college, exchanging the occasional hello, but life soon took them in different directions as they both headed off to university to study their chosen courses.

Even though they went their separate ways for a while, they both always knew they would eventually come back home.

A few years later, Simon was looking to buy his first house and went to view a new housing development. By complete coincidence, Cheryl had already bought a house on the very same development, which was still being built at the time. It was one of those moments where life quietly brought them back into each other’s orbit.

Not long after, Simon was heading out for a night in Manchester with his best mate Alf, who suggested inviting Cheryl along. What started as a simple night out soon turned into something far more memorable. Seeing each other properly again after all those years brought back an easy connection and plenty of laughter. From that night, the spark that had started all those years earlier finally had the chance to grow.

Before long they were dating, and life quickly became an adventure together.

Over the years that followed they built a home, a life, and a family together. Their greatest pride and joy are their two wonderful children, Carter and Esme, who bring constant energy, laughter, and love into their lives.

Fast forward a few years and Simon decided it was finally time to make things official.

During a family holiday in Wales over the Christmas period, after an evening spent toasting marshmallows together with family, Simon got down on one knee and asked Cheryl to marry him.

And of course, she said yes.

On the 26th August they will celebrate their wedding day surrounded by the people they love most. The date is even more special because it marks exactly ten years since that night out in Manchester when their story truly began.

What started with childhood memories, chance meetings, and one unforgettable night out has grown into a life full of love, family, and adventure. And this is only the beginning of the next chapter. 💍