COUPLES hoping to tie the knot next year are being given the chance to have their dream wedding for free.

Redworth Hall Hotel, in Darlington, is offering one lucky pair the chance of an all-expenses paid celebration within the grounds of the four-star establishment.

All the prospective bride and groom need to do is tell the judges why they think they should win the prize, at the hotel's wedding exhibition on September 12.

More than 40 exhibitors will be at the hotel on the day offering everything from carriages to wedding cakes.

The prize, worth at least £10,000, will cover everything from the wedding dress and photographer to drinks and a three-course wedding breakfast for 50 people.

For competition entry details, call Vicky Roberts on (01388) 770600.