NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from around South Wales A NEW LOOK Tall John’s House in Brecon is undergoing a refurbishment. “It has become increasingly obvious to us that one of the great attractions of Tall John’s Weddings is that we have on-site accommodation for up to 25 people across the Manor House, Stables and Saddlers,” says owner Liza Watson. “This is in addition to our two self-catering cottages, which are included in the wedding package and sleep 10 in total. Bearing this in mind, we are in the process of a big refurbishment of the reception areas of the Manor House. We have moved our snooker table into a newly-formed Games Room which is adjoining our Granary. This makes the room dual purpose as we have a top for the table, and it magically turns into a serving area for drinks and canapés. We have made our smallest sitting-room into an informal bar area and have extended our drawing-room through the secret bookcase into the lounge area where the snooker table used to be. “Of course our bedrooms are of great importance, so we have installed tea trays with coffee, teas, chocolate and milk so everyone can enjoy a cup of tea in bed,” adds Liza. “We are also committed to being as green as we can, so we use toilet paper and tissues which is produced sustainably and also resource soaps that are environmentally friendly and made locally.” Find out more at www.talljohnshouse.com PLANNED TO PERFECTION Venue Wales is hosting a wedding showcase on 26th February 2023. This is the perfect time to meet local companies, chat with wedding coordinators and find inspiration for your special day. The showcase is taking place at The Lloyd Thomas Centre. This large, picturesque venue is situated in the middle of Lampeter town, nestled in the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains of Ceredigion. Known for hosting prestigious annual events from conferences to the local Eisteddfodau, the venue has experienced, friendly staff on hand to offer you excellent service and planning throughout your wedding journey. Check out www.venuewales.co.uk for more information. MUSIC TO MY EARS Hannah Williams Harpist, a professional harpist in the Vale of Glamorgan, has appeared on ITVBe’s The Singles Table. The show featured a colourful wedding held at Lakeside Venue in Bridgend where Hannah performed during the ceremony and wedding breakfast. “It was a really interesting wedding,” adds Hannah. “The couple had a legal ceremony followed by a church blessing and a traditional Nigerian ceremony. I was really excited to be a part of their special day.” Hannah is a graduate of the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and is an in-demand professional musician performing across the United Kingdom. Hannah can perform at weddings, and corporate and charity events, and adds a special touch to each of these occasions with her professional experience, repertoire and classical training. Head over to www.hannahwilliamsharpist.com for more information. LOCAL NEWS 11
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