LUXURIOUS EVENTS Manchester’s luxury aparthotels, CitySuites I & II have announced the launch of their bespoke events packages. CitySuites Aparthotels offer five versatile event spaces, a range of catering options and luxury accommodation. Located just off Deansgate in the exclusive Embankment West neighbourhood, CitySuites is comprised of two high-end aparthotels positioned adjacent from one another. For private dining events, guests can enjoy seasonal delights in the Embankment Kitchen, an intimate and stylish setting. There are two private dining menus available, both of which offer beautifully-crafted dishes. Guests are encouraged to make themselves at home in one of CitySuite’s 375 apartments and there’s also flexible, group accommodation available. To find out more, visit www.citysuites.com AWARD-WINNING VENUE The Forest Side has scooped the award for Best Country Hotel of the Year at the Good Hotels Guide 2023, winning one of its 12 coveted César awards. Inspectors singled out this Lake District gem’s “Michelin-starred cuisine, elegant bedrooms and red squirrels in the garden” and acknowledged chef Paul Leonard’s efforts to “source 90 per cent of produce from a 10-mile radius of Forest Side to create his inventive dishes.” General manager, Alasdair Elwick, commented: “We are extremely honoured to have won this prestigious award. It’s a great testament to the team here at The Forest Side who have worked so diligently during what has been an unprecedented few years.” Discover more at www.theforestside.com PRETTY AS A FLOWER Bliss Events by Katie specialises in venue dressing and styling for weddings and events across the North West. Katie tells us more about her company: “We pride ourselves on being an affordable luxury. We believe ‘event perfection’ should be available to everyone, no matter the occasion or your budget. We will work with you to create an event for the memory books that will leave your guests in awe!” There are currently six gorgeous flower walls to choose from in different colour palettes. All of the flower walls are handmade, cloth backed and 8ft x 8ft in size – perfect for making a statement. These are ideal to get married in front of or as a backdrop for the reception. In addition, Bliss Events by Katie has four wedding-related neon signs available with the phrases: ‘Happily Ever After’, ‘All You Need Is Love’, ‘All Of Me Loves All Of You’ and ‘Kiss Me Under The Light Of A Thousand Stars’, to choose from. For more information and to check availability, please visit www.blisseventsbykatie.com A GRAND CELEBRATION Low Graythwaite Hall, a stunning country house with an adjacent cottage and extensive private grounds, has re-joined the Graythwaite portfolio. Situated opposite the Grade II listed Georgian Silverholme Manor, the magnificent old hall is the perfect place for wedding guests to stay, with space for 24 people and a luxurious hot tub by the river that runs through the grounds. In addition, Hullet Hall, a couple of minutes’ walk from Silverholme Manor, is also available to rent. This 17th-century cottage has a private jetty and can accommodate six guests, meaning you can host 50 people within walking distance of Silverholme. Should you wish, there are many more cottages within a five to 10 minute drive, sleeping between two and 10 guests, so that up to 200 guests can stay on the estate. Head over to www.graythwaite.com for more information. 10
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