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Liz Hurley's wedding plans step up a gear

Model Liz Hurley's wedding preparations were stepping up a gear today - as a giant marquee was erected in the grounds of the stately home which will host the lavish ceremony.

Hurley, 41, will marry Indian businessman Arun Nayar at Sudeley Castle, near Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, on Saturday, in what has been billed as the showbiz wedding of the year.

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Activity at the secluded site has been increasing steadily over the past few days, and security guards have begun patrolling the grounds.

The couple's celebrity friends will be treated to breathtaking views of the Cotswold countryside from the huge marquee, which has appeared outside the castle.

A covered walkway has also been erected from the gardens into the house, presumably to keep Hurley out of view from the packs of paparazzi, who are expected to gather from around the world.

Sir Elton John and fashion designer Donatella Versace are among the high profile guests expected to attend the bash, which is being hosted by Hurley's close friend Henry Dent-Brocklehurst, who owns Sudeley Castle.

Hurley and her new husband are thought to be planning to fly to India for a second celebration after the wedding.

In a break from tradition, Hurley has reportedly asked guests to give pigs and cows as wedding gifts to stock her country estate instead of the more usual items.

The former Hollywood actress, who is the £1 million face of fashion chain Monsoon, wants to build up her organic farm at Barnsley, near Cirencester.

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