A CAKE designer from Flintshire took home the top prize at an awards ceremony in Cardiff.

Top wedding professionals gathered on Wednesday, 19 February at The Exchange Hotel to find out the champions of the third 'Welsh Wedding Awards 2020' - in an elegant ceremony, put on to acknowledge the best that the industry has to offer.

Despite the fierce competition, Alison Bushell, who is also known as 'The Cake Doctor' - and whose business is located in Shotton - was crowned winner in the 'Wedding Cake Designer of the Year 2020' category and took the trophy home.

She said: "I am genuinely overwhelmed.

"When I gave up teaching to pursue my career in cakes I never dreamed that I could win such a prestigious award."

The awards recognised everyone that works hard towards creating memorable and unique weddings - from wedding planners, coordinators, specialists and caterers to photographers, videographers, florists and stationary suppliers.

The glitzy evening was hosted by the broadcaster, Polly James - who presented the awards and acknowledged those who promote excellence in the industry, inspire others by their achievements and add the fairy-tale sparkle to any wedding.

A Spokesperson for The Welsh Wedding Awards 2020, said: "The winners represent the industry’s gold standard that work tirelessly to meet the demands of the couples and their guests.

"The awards showcased some of the best wedding specialists that operate in the industry, whose excellence and commitment brought them at the forefront of the industry.

"These champions are tried and tested specialists that know how to create a stress-free wedding experience, keeping the romance in the air.

"We would like to congratulate all finalists and winners for their amazing achievements."