MACDONALD HOTELS SEE A SIGNIFICANT RISE IN WEDDING ENQUIRIES Love is in the air at Macdonald Hotels, with events experts from the top hotel group recording a 40% increase in wedding enquiries in the first few weeks of the new year compared to the same period last year. Set within stunning landscaped gardens, the four-star Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, Ascot has everything needed for a memorable and spectacular wedding. The secluded manor house enjoys an on-site spa, where couples can indulge in a pre-wedding pamper session, a roof-top terrace perfect for reception drinks and an award-winning restaurant. There are also manicured gardens, a sweeping oak staircase and open fireplaces. Located a short drive from Heathrow Airport and less than one hour from central London, the venue is easily accessible to guests travelling from across the country. The hotel’s specialist wedding coordinators can support all elements of the wedding journey from the venue hire and catering to the finishing personal touches. To book, visit www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/berystede THE LUND COLLECTION LAUNCHES IN OXFORDSHIRE Bergman Design House, the award-winning studio founded by Marie Soliman and Albin Berglund, is delighted to unveil The Lund Collection, launching in the Cotswolds this spring. The design-led, one-bedroom private cottage is located just a stone’s throw from Chipping Norton and Great Tew in Oxfordshire and provides an oasis of calm for couples, friends and solo travellers alike. Exquisitely decorated, it features a carefully-curated collection of original artwork and vintage treasures alongside new bespoke furniture from the studio’s Black Berg Collection. From 17thcentury Chinese ceramics and an 18th-century marriage armoire that turns into a showstopping drinks cabinet to a modern and luxurious deep-soaking bathtub, it’s a design-lovers dream. Marie Soliman, founder and creative director of Bergman Design House tells us, “What’s been so enjoyable about this project has been the treasure hunt for the most incredible antique and vintage finds, all of which tell their own unique story while highlighting the beauty of the newer items next to them.” In the process of creating The Lund Collection, Marie comments, “It’s an approach I like to call organised chaos; the creation of a space that’s both functional and timeless, with a playful hint of surprise or whimsical energy.” Inspired by the beauty of the Cotswolds, the property features a colour palette that reflects all four seasons, from the vibrant green of summer to the russet orange tones of autumn. The Lund Collection is Bergman Design House’s foray into a new line of luxury individual accommodations in the UK, providing the utmost privacy while offering the ultimate guest experience. Featuring a fully stocked bar, hand-curated welcome hamper and a state-of-the-art Swedish Moccamaster coffee machine, guests will arrive, immediately relax and feel at home. Creating and designing the property has been a passion project for Marie and Albin, and they hope it will be a sanctuary for future guests seeking an escape in the countryside. “We fell in love with this cottage and the stunning countryside. We’re so thrilled to share it with our guests. It’s intended to be a sanctuary for all who visit - we want our guests to come here and truly switch off, connect with nature and feel at home,” said Marie. Prices start from £595 per night including a welcome hamper with wines personally curated by Albin. To book, visit www.thelundcollection.com http://thebeautifuldue.co.uk NUNEHAM ESTATE The Cricket Field at Nuneham Estate in Oxfordshire is a new marquee wedding reception venue in collaboration with Husk Marquees, perfect for laid-back, bohemian-style weddings. To find out more and to book, visit www.nuneham.com and turn to page 55 to see our exclusive shoot that took place at the venue. http://thebeautifuldue.co.uk 10
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