Mother of the Groom: Caroline Sims

Introducing Caroline, the culinary maestro and Edward's brilliant mum! A Mancunian by birth, while she has lost her accent, she has kept all the Northern charm.

When she's not making something incredible in the kitchen (her baking could rival Mary Berry's), you'll find her quietly dominating in cards or at the mahjong table.
With a family tree that stretches to Poland, Caroline's got a knack for blending cultures and keeping family ties strong. And when she's not playing the hostess with the mostest, she's likely curled up with a good book, her nose buried in a classic.

But Caroline's not just about fine cuisine and literary pursuits - she's also a fan of the arts. With a particular penchant for Van Gogh, she's currently on a mission to see every one of his brushstrokes in person.

Fun fact about Caroline: She hates the cold. If it’s below 22°C, the jumper’s going on!