Bridal Shop near Barnstaple, Devon plus Occasion Wear, Prom & Men’s Formal Wear
Step into the Always and Forever Wedding Sanctuary, a welcoming bridal shop near Barnstaple in Devon.
With 30 year of expertise, your journey to find the perfect wedding dress, prom dress or suit for your special celebration begins under the guidance, care and personal touch of Gail Sneddon.
The bridal shop in Devon where you can browse over 150 wedding dresses and find THE ONE you'll never want to take of
When you visit the Always & Forever Sanctuary, you aren't just browsing rails, you’re receiving experienced, professional guidance to help bring your vision to life in a relaxed and welcoming space.
We stock over 150 wedding dresses, bridesmaids dresses, men's wedding suits, prom outfits and occasion wear outfits and since 2019, we've helped brides, grooms and prom goers find their perfect outfit across Exeter, Plymouth and Devon.
With our private appointments, you can browse our range of bridal gowns at your own pace, in your own space. We stock bridal gowns from Ariamo Light, Lace & Boho, April Banbury Bridal, Tania Olsen Bridal, Maya Bella, Grace James and Sincerity by Justin Alexander, ranging from £750 - £2,100.
"I couldn’t have found a dress or bridal shop/owner I loved more if I tried!"
"Gail was an angel from start to finish. Having been to other wedding dress shops prior and feeling rushed and pressured to choose a wedding dress - my experience with Gail was a breath of fresh air. She helped me figure out what it was I loved in a dress and made me feel so at ease. The entire process from finding a dress, to changing things up and making it my own, to fittings, was a dream and nothing was ever to much trouble for Gail."
Amber
Your Always & Forever Experience
Wedding Dresses North Devon
Dresses from £750 - £2100
A carefully curated extensive collection of beautiful wedding dresses to match every style, silhouette and vision.
Bridesmaids, Prom & Occasion Wear
Dresses from £175 - £500
A diverse selection of designs and colour palettes for bridesmaids, mothers of the bride or groom and prom celebrations.
Proudly stocking Christian Koehlert Proms and Occasionwear,
Tania Olsen Bridesmaids and Prom, Tiffany’s Bridesmaids, WOVN &
Richards Designs Occasionwear
Men’s Formalwear Department
Suits To Buy £200 - £350
Suit Hire from £100 - £190
Top brands suits available to buy or hire, ensuring the entire wedding party looks seamless and sharp.
Proudly stocking suits from House of Cavani, Marc Darcy, Skopes and Benetti. As well as our in-house Always Suits You Suit Hire collection of suits and tuxedos, we are agents for Cameron Ross Formal Hire for morning suits and highland wear hire.
Second Look Bridal Hire
Hire from £90 - £300
A refined selection of Bridal Mini’s, Midi’s, Tea-Length dresses and Jumpsuits for hire.
Accessories
From £10 - £450
A comprehensive selection of accessories for both brides and grooms to complete the perfect look.
We stock Shoes, Hair Accessories and Jewellery by The Perfect Bridal Company, Jewellery and Hair Accessories by Ivory & Co and Veils by Richard Designs.
as featured in
Wed Magazine · Your Devon & Cornwall Weddings · North Devon Wedding Network
Proudly stocking bridal gowns from
April Banbury, Ariamo Boho, Ariamo Lace, Ariamo Light, Maya Bella, Sincerity by Justin Alexander & Tania Olsen.
Finding your dream outfit should feel just as memorable as your special event.
When you visit the Always & Forever Wedding Sanctuary, the whole space is reserved exclusively for you and your guests. Take your time, relax, and let me help you discover the perfect dress or suit without interruption.
"I had the most wonderful experience getting my dress here."
"Gail was very patient and let me try on every dress I liked until I found the one that felt right. Even when I changed my mind she was so understanding and helped me swapped to a different dress without any fuss. I didn’t feel pressured at all with Gail which was an extra bonus! She also made alterations to make my dress exactly how I wanted it! Thank you for making the whole experience so special!"
Annie
Meet Gail
"The Fairy Dressmother", "The Dress Whisperer", "Bridal Auntie", "Magic Hands", "Bride Therapist" are just a few of the affectionate titles my clients have given me over the years!
As a qualified fashion designer with 30 years of bridal experience, I have a deep passion for beautiful, well-made garments. I truly believe that when an outfit is fitted to perfection, it brings out an inner radiance and pure confidence. That is why Always & Forever exists: to bring out that smile with the most special outfit you will ever wear!
I like to say that visiting the Always & Forever Sanctuary is like coming to see your favorite wise Auntie for a cuppa, someone who makes you feel completely at ease, offers sound, honest advice, and makes finding your perfect look fun and stress-free.
Throughout every step of your Always & Forever Journey, from your initial appointment to your final fitting, I will be here to listen, support, and guide you, ensuring we find the absolute best for you and your entire wedding party, regardless of your style, size, or budget.
"I had such a personal experience in choosing my dream dress"
"Gail was absolutely incredible. I had such a personal experience in choosing my dream dress and Gail made some incredible and high quality changes to made the dress truly unique. She is a warm, genuine person and her passion for helping people shines through. If you are looking for a calm, joyful and fulfilling experience when saying "yes to the dress", take this as your sign to go here!"
Hannah
