This is Me
Hey there, Welcome! My name’s Charlotte.
I’m the ‘Heels’ behind Banns & Plans. Grab yourself a glass of wine or tea/coffee & enjoy my story, how we began…
Honesty / Integrity / Values
3 little words which carry such greatness.
My motto has always been, that if you stay true to yourself & treat
others how you would like to be treated; there is nothing more
rewarding. . . . Me in a heartbeat!
I’m a very proud mum to a fabulous son. He rocks my world with his positivity, strength & go-getter, diligent attitude. . . .
He’s my No.1 passion right there!
His beautiful partner, who I’m super proud of too, commissioned April 2023 at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst & as an exceptional Officer Cadet, was awarded the role being a ‘Stick Aid’ to H.M King Charles III during the 200th Sovereign’s parade.
Honesty / Integrity / Values
This is Me
Let’s go back to the beginning, now you’ve realised my inspiration.
My son & I moved to Spain after a very spontaneous decision for a new life, when he
was just 3 years old. Spanish very quickly became our first language, albeit I am a little
rusty now!
Before heading off on our adventure… I worked in Corporate Finance & Direct
Marketing in Canary Wharf, London. Fast-paced, long days & at a time when
commuting into the city was scary following 9/11.
So, we left for a life of mañana, mañana!
As time started to go by, I wanted more, beach life wasn’t enough!
I retrained & qualified as an English Teacher. I reinvented the Oxford & Cambridge
children’s syllabus by combining parts, making them my own, more fun, more engaging,
creative & interactive curriculums from a Spanish pupil’s point of view. It was absorbed, super-fast & the demand was so great, that I found myself leaping into opening & running a very energised, busy English Academy. Teaching 3 year old’s - Adults.
It didn’t stop there!
Planning & executing Summer schools, teaching within a Spanish Primary School, groups of adults on behalf of the Town
Hall, setting up & exhibiting at Education Fairs, liaising with businesses all in Spanish & running my own Academy! Classes, courses . . .
It was Magical! Busy? Yes!!
Was I tanned living in Spain? No!! – I rarely made it for a lazy day on the beach but oozed harmony & bliss!
What made this time in my life so rewarding & successful?
“Connection & Personality”
I hear you . . . So, why return?
Most young boy’s dream is to play football or become a soldier in combat after endless ‘Call of Duty’ video games. . . . Some achieve both! My son was no exception! He set his sights high & was determined to earn his place at a Military Defence College.
Seeing him on parade on Graduation Day was not only one of my proudest moments of being his mum (so far!) but it ignited my overwhelming admiration I hold for all past & present serving personnel of the British Armed Forces.
For me, settling back in the U.K. has been a case of finding my feet, working several roles, and trying to find that ‘same’ fulfilment feeling.
I’ve worked in Hospitality, Customer Services, Healthcare, and Reception within a prestige Hotel Group, 5 Star Restaurant, Golf & Award-winning Countryside Wedding Venue & Client Services Coordinator for a busy serviced office Centre Group.
I’ve seen, learnt, experienced & gained a sea of knowledge from interacting with suppliers, venues, guests, management teams, Bridal parties, setups, running events & overseeing functions . . .
Since returning, I have learnt the importance of ‘Friends & Family’.
After such awful Covid times, ‘Togetherness in Celebration’ brings happiness to all.
The yearning inside to have that fuzzy glow-up feeling comes when you’re passionate about all things ‘you’. . . . This is Me!
and so 'Banns & Plans’ was created.
Charlotte
Charlotte
Fun Facts
Fun Facts
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I’m allergic to Prawn Pringles. I look like I’ve had too many fillers injected into my face if I eat them!
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Unless having Tea/Coffee, I prefer to drink out of a wine glass regardless, if only water!
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I hate Gravy!
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I’m addicted to eating Pancakes! Having eggs & flour in the cupboard for me is dangerous
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I love dress shopping.