Blackpool dad nearly killed on his stag do has finally walked down the aisle with beautiful bride

A dad-of-thee who was nearly killed on his own stag do has finally walked down the aisle in a stunning wedding ceremony at the Imperial Hotel.

And it was a glorious, unforgettable day that many feared may not happen after the nightmare that unfurled earlier this year.

Lee Burns, 41, of Blackpool, was punched in the back of the head outside Boca Bar in Breck Road, Poulton in the early hours of Sunday, April 16, suffering a fractured skull and two separate bleeds on the brain.

He underwent a three-hour operation on his skull and brain at the Royal Preston Hospital, before being placed into an induced coma for more than a week.

In total, he spent more than a month fighting for his life in the Royal Preston Hospital and Blackpool Victoria Hospital, with his family not knowing whether he would ever walk or talk again.

But after gruelling rehabilitation work and thanks to a positive attitude, Lee has married his fiancee Sara Smith.

Sara, 38, said: "We were meant to get married in May, and I never thought we’d still be able to do it this year.

"It was very, very emotional walking down the aisle, there wasn't a dry eye in the house - everyone burst into tears!"

Sara said the big day wasn't exactly as they originally planned, as Lee is still suffering from brain trauma and became tired during the big day.

She said: "We have struggled with Lee's recovery but this day was so special for us.

"Getting married and then a New Year for us is a fresh start for us."

The couple were both very touched when videographer George Foy offered his services for free, insisting on waiving his usual fee, which would have cost £1,200.

Sara said: "He told us he'd followed Lee's story and said it would be his pleasure." The couple, who have been together for 10 years, combined their surnames to become Mr and Mrs Smith-Burns, in an intimate ceremony at the Imperial Hotel, followed by a party afterwards.

Wedding features:

Venue: imperial hotel Entertainment: Wayne farrow weddings Photo Booth: pics n party events Dress: Brittany Ann bridal Suit: Moss Bros Hair: Tasha Jordan Salon 19 Beauty: Elle Amara Make up: make up by Yazz Nails: Claire Grogan Photographer: Amanda Jane Photography - Lancashire Videographer: George Foy films