PREVIEW: Married At First Sight UK, E4

Across 21 episodes the series will follow eight couples as they meet for the very first time at the altar.

Following the Australian format, rather than legal marriages, the couples will make a lifelong commitment to one another at a glamorous ceremony, overseen by a wedding celebrant, that includes guests, bridal gowns, dancing, speeches and cake.

THE BRIDES

(Left-Right)

Amy, 34, Sport Journalist, Cornwall

Amy was raised in Cornwall by her parents alongside her grandmother who championed her 10-year glamour modelling career.

Alexis, 28, Model, London

Bold, lively and an incredibly strong woman, she can often be misjudged for being opinionated and territorial.

Megan, 26, Wellness Coach, Stoke

Megan is a constant entertainer and loves to sing, dance, and share her ‘good energy’ with everyone she meets.

Nikita, 26, Sales, County Durham

With sassiness, confidence, and lots of opinions, Nikita is not here to mess around.

Marilyse, 37, Personal Trainer, Yorkshire

The elegant Marilyse describes herself as strong, switched on and very positive.

Tayah, 25, Estate Agent, Welwyn Garden City

Fun loving Tayah is looking for it all! She wants a man who she can look after.

Morag, 31, Veterinary Nurse, Essex

Morag is the life and soul of every party. She learned that from “the best”, her dad, with whom who she spent an unconventional upbringing between Essex and Ibiza.

THE GROOMS

(Left-Right)

Franky, 47, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Dubai

This old school military man is a strong, dominant leader who tells people exactly what he thinks.

Daniel, 27, Sales, Northern Ireland

Daniel is a spiritual force to be reckoned with! His infectious positivity will convince the most closed-minded person to open up and discuss the meaning of life.

Adam, 26, Electrician, Doncaster

Donny boy Adam has never had time to find himself a proper partner, dividing the majority of his time between work and the gym.

Jordon, 27, Personal Trainer, Cardiff

Jordon is a gentle and very positive soul, but people don’t often see that side and misjudge him.

Ant, 28, Business Development, Manchester

Ant is the centre of attention in every room he walks into. This social butterfly knows he is good looking, and he gets away with it!

Matt, 39, Charity Worker, West Yorkshire

After a messy break up, which left him feeling heart broken and needing to re-discover himself, Matt now feels like he’s ready and it’s time to find the one.

Joshua, 26, Insurance, West London

Josh has ambition, competitiveness and drive which have all made him succeed at anything he turns his hand to.

Luke, 36, Care Home Manager and Fireman, Cardiff

Luke has the whole package - a respectable job, the house, he’s a perfect gentleman, and he’s a certified fire-fighter.

Robert, 26, Business Protection Specialist, Dorset

Known to his mates as ‘Big Bob’, Robert is BIG in personality. Ready to entertain at the drop of a hat, he’s a fun-loving guy who’s desperate to share the limelight with his future partner, providing they’ll be able to get a word in...

FULL GALLERY

Married At First Sight UK is coming very soon to E4 and All4.