RING IN THE HENS Based in the centre of Bristol, Silver and Steel Studios is now offering tailor-made workshops for groups, including hen parties, to create precious pieces for the big day. From delicate pearl earrings to chunky silver pieces, the team loves to embrace everyone’s personal style. There are two workshop options to choose from, either a half day at £74 per person (10am to 1pm) or full day at £130 per person (10am to 4pm), both working in silver. Additional options and services include welcome drinks of prosecco or a non-alcoholic alternative, lunch if you’re on the full day workshop with additional prosecco, upgrade to working in gold, or add pearls or precious stones. You can choose to make band rings, hooped earrings, pearl earrings, drop or stud earrings, bangles, signet rings, or pendants, so get your creative juices flowing! The workshops are suitable for all abilities and no experience is necessary. If you’re a group of particularly crafty hens though you can make more than one item of jewellery in the allotted time frame at no extra charge. Enjoy a personal, fun and tailor-made experience in a beautiful setting. Find out more at www.silverandsteelstudios.co.uk www.instagram.com/harrison.stanford www.louwhitephotography.com GIFTED! With wedding season in full swing, leading Bath-based jewellery brand, Abbott Lyon, has the answer to all your wedding party gift woes. The locally-based brand has curated a superb selection of personalised and pearl pieces, perfect for bridesmaids. Whether you’re searching for a sentimental gift for your best gals, or for the perfect accessory to add to your own bridal look, Abbott Lyon is on hand to help. Boasting elegant pearls and thoughtful personalisation options, Abbott Lyon’s hero pieces include Stacey Solomon Charm Builder Necklace (from £69), Custom Name Bracelet (£85), Pearl Mini Initial Bracelet (£49), Pearl Signature Name Necklace (£85), and Mini Raffia Pearl Resort Bag (£105). There’s even an option to add luxury personalised gift packaging, which brings an extra special and thoughtful element to your pressie. Check out the full wedding edit online at www.abbottlyon.com/collections/wedding-gifts 10 TALK OF THE TOWN Be prepared for the ultimate wedding day out as The Big Southwest Wedding Fair rolls into town once more on 21st and 22nd October, 2023, at the Bath & West Showground. The Fair is renowned for its catwalk shows featuring real women and men of all ages, shapes and sizes. This is your chance to see the latest bridal, menswear, mother-of-the-bride/groom, bridesmaids and flowergirl attire. There’s also the option to try on wedding dresses, you never you know, you might find the one. You’re sure to find inspiration aplenty though, not to mention heaps of exclusive show offers and friendly, trusted wedding suppliers. You’ll also have the opportunity to chat to local suppliers throughout the weekend in the Wedding Style Hub. From make-up and skincare tips to finding the perfect dress, these guys will be sharing a wealth of wedding wisdom. Check out the show guide when you arrive for the weekend’s schedule. Why not celebrate your engagement in style with VIP tickets? With only a limited amount of these available for VIP queens and kings, be sure to snap yours up quickly! What’s more, you might be in for an extra treat as 10 deluxe goodie bags are handed out at random – it could be you! Finally, don’t forget to pop along to see team Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding on our stand. Learn how to get your wedding day featured in the our e-magazine and enter our latest competition. Find out more about The Big South West Wedding Fair and book tickets at www.thebigsouthwestweddingfair.co.uk. See you there! SUMMER IN THE CITY Bristol buzzes all year round, but there’s something special about summer in this city! This year we’ve seen the return of Bristol’s famous festivals and some new ones too. We’re particularly excited about the Bristol Cocktail Weekend taking place from 28th September to 1st October. With a selection of Bristol’s world-class bars each serving up a signature cocktail, all for £6 each, the event is exclusively for wristband wearers and also includes food offers. What a fabulous idea for a hen or stag party – it’s a pub crawl that’s gone upmarket! For foodies, there are two new culinary tours, which have recently started from GOOD Stories in Food including Bristol Hotspots and Hidden Treasures, and Wine and Cheese Tasting in the Cheddar Valley. Join local expert Florence as you discover the stories of Bristol and Somerset’s amazing food and drink scene. From producers, to restaurants, to retailers and all in between, Florence focuses on independents creating the most delicious flavours in an ethical, sustainable way. Learn more about these events and more at https://visitbristol.co.uk Image courtesy of Visit Bristol
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