EXCITING BEGINNINGS Wedding celebrant Dawn Kemp will be a judge for The Wedding Industry Awards 2024. As East Midlands regional winner of the Best Newcomer category in 2023 and a national finalist, Dawn was invited by TWIA to be on the panel of scrutineers for the next awards season. Having qualified as a wedding celebrant in 2021, Dawn was nominated for the award by happy couples for whom she had led a wedding or vow renewal ceremony. She was delighted to take home the regional trophy in this open category. Dawn says, “It was such a thrill entering the weddings sector, which is full of fresh and creative ideas. I’m now looking forward to reading the stories and testimonials of this year’s newcomers and seeing the passion they bring to events shine through.” Check out: www.dawnkempcelebrant.com TIME TO RELAX Located in Derbyshire on 24 acres, The Spa at Breedon Priory offers the ultimate setting for pre-wedding pampering. With state-of-the-art facilities, a range of luxurious treatments, attentive staff and fantastic lunches – it’s no wonder why it’s such a popular location. I was fortunate enough to try the Just the Two of Us package with my partner, which left us on cloud nine. After enjoying a welcoming smoothie shoot freshly prepared by the chefs, the friendly team showed us around the facilities before leaving us to get changed into the fluffy robes and flip-flops provided. We started the session with the four thermal cabins overlooking the vitality pool, including the Herbal Steam Bath, Himalayan Salt Sauna, Herbal Sauna and Aroma Steam Room, before cooling down thanks to the ice fountain and three experience showers. The different water settings, music, lighting and scents added to the luxurious experience. The two outdoor heated pools were our favourite spaces! The Outdoor Infinity Edge Relaxation Pool featured underwater massage jets and submerged seating, while The Vitality Pool had plenty of overhead and underwater jets. Both settings were perfect for relaxing with a drink in hand while enjoying the stunning views of the tranquillity garden before heading to the Pure Relaxation Room to relax on the luxurious loungers with cosy blankets. Here we felt our stresses and strains vanish after the hassle and bustle of everyday life. We enjoyed a delicious two-course lunch in the beautifully decorated Terrace Restaurant. Using fresh and local ingredients where possible, the talented chefs worked their magic to provide us with a memorable meal starting with a double-baked cheese souffle with parmesan, gruyere and chive sauce. I enjoyed perfectly cooked roasted cod with crispy potato terrine, piperade and a salsa verde for the main. The floor-to-ceiling windows ensured we had the perfect views of the surrounding countryside while the attentive staff provided a smooth service. Included in our package was a 45-minute session in the private Hideaway Suite, complete with a hot tub, lounge area, shower room, sweet treats and a bottle of Processo to enjoy. We relaxed on the outdoor lounger for two with plenty of blankets to cosy up together and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere before heading to the couple’s treatment room for a 45-minute body scrub and massage. The expert beauty therapists tackled our problem areas and left us feeling a million dollars! After such a relaxing session, we headed to the Slumber Lounge to rest on the comfortable loungers surrounded by private curtains. The Spa at Breedon Priory is the perfect location to take a break from wedding planning, with multiple spa days and treatments available. The passionate staff were fantastic from start to finish; they went above and beyond to ensure we had the perfect day. We will definitely be returning! Book the award-winning spa here: https://breedonprioryspa.co.uk LET THE PLANNING COMMENCE! Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting times of your life and what better way to celebrate than a day out with your partner or wedding party. The National Wedding Show returns to Birmingham (NEC) between 22nd and 24th September, and to London (ExCeL) 14th and 15th October, for two full weekends of unbridled wedding inspiration. Chat to hundreds of local and national suppliers, try on dreamy dresses, get the scoop at insider talks and make the most of some unique discounts too. After all, when it comes to planning the biggest day of your lives, every little helps. Treat yourself to VIP tickets and receive special benefits on the day including access to the relaxing VIP lounge, a complimentary drink and a goody bag filled with beauty treats. Plus, reserved seating at the Catwalk, because who doesn’t want the be on the FROW for once? What’s more, you can enjoy 10% off website prices (and up to 35% off door prices) on both VIP and standard tickets. Simply use the ticket code ‘CountyWedding10’ at checkout and you’ll get standard tickets for £16.50 or VIP tickets for just £32. Check out https://nationalweddingshow.co.uk Buy tickets here: https://weddingshow.seetickets.com/event/thenational-wedding-show-birmingham/nec/2628277 http://www.the-wedding-industry-awards.co.uk Scan to view video 10
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