Your East Anglian Wedding - June/July 2023 (Issue 61)

NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from around the region CONGRATULATIONS! The cream of the crop of businesses operating across Ely, Cambridgeshire, have been revealed as the winners for the exciting SME Ely Business Awards 2023 have been announced. The awards are a great opportunity to bring the thriving local business community together to celebrate their success and shine a spotlight on their achievements over the last 12 months. Businesses who won gold in their category will go on to compete for another trophy at the SME National Business Awards 2023 Final, held at the iconic Wembley Stadium later this year. Damian Cummins, the awards director, tells us: “In these challenging economic conditions, we are delighted to announce a list of determined and hardworking companies that showcase the best of Ely’s businesses.” To see the list of winners and find out more, please visit www.eventsandpr.co.uk/sme-ely-business-awards REST AND RELAXATION Launching from June until September, the Picnic & Pamper Spa Day at the Spa at Bedford Lodge, Suffolk, is the ideal afternoon treat this summer. The spa day includes full use of the heat experiences, including the hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, rooftop hot tub, a luxurious afternoon tea for two and the choice of a Mud Rasul Treatment or Dry Floatation. What’s more, couples will be able to enjoy a 65-minute power cleanse ritual, which consists of a full body brush and polish, foot ritual, and power cleanse facial including a warm oil scalp massage, and a branded tote bag and slippers to take home. Ideal for a minimoon or pre-wedding treat, the Picnic & Pamper Spa Day is priced from £175 per person and is available everyday of the week. For more information about the venue and spa day, visit www.bedfordlodgehotelspa.co.uk TIME TO CELEBRATE The Grove, situated within four acres of glorious Norfolk countryside, won second place in the East of England Tourism Awards for ‘Small Hotel of the Year’. Nestled within acres of green woodland and only a short walk through the private woodland to the beach, there are plenty of romantic spots to explore and take photographs. You can choose The Grove for your whole celebration, from the marriage ceremony itself through to the very last dance or have your ceremony elsewhere and then let the team host your wedding breakfast and reception. “We are very proud to have won second place for Small Hotel of the Year,” says owners Richard and Chris. “This is an absolutely huge achievement as there are a lot of wonderful small hotels throughout Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex. To be chosen as a finalist is wonderful and to come second is amazing. We managed to treat a select few members of staff to a great evening out, as without them, we are nothing.” To find out more, visit www.thegrovecromer.co.uk Getty Images 9 LOCAL NEWS

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