All the latest from around the West Midlands NEW AND IMPROVED Chesford Grange Hotel, a Tudor-style manor house in Warwickshire, has announced a refurbishment is underway. Upgrades to the property will include premium event spaces, newly decorated bedrooms and a refreshed hotel entrance, with a modern and stylish look throughout. The property has also introduced a new sustainability programme demonstrating its commitment to positively impacting the environment. These changes include electric car charging points, reducing the use of paper and single-use plastics and implementing waste reduction and recycling practices. The team has also committed to sewing wild bird seeds and bird boxes and nurturing new beehives on-site. Nick Hughes, the general manager at Chesford Grange Hotel, says: “We’re incredibly excited to launch our newly refurbished facilities in a few months. We’re delighted to offer our clients a new, premium meeting and event offering, with food and service to match the product. We are proud to have clients visit us from all across the UK, and I’m confident they will be impressed with our new, improved offering, due to be completed very soon”. For more information, visit www.chesfordgrange.com A PASSION FOR FASHION Lindsay Kay Bridal, a family-run boutique in Warwick, has announced several new promotions. Over the past few months, the boutique has seen an influx of new wedding dresses and veils available in a range of styles. Brides-to-be will be able to enjoy tea and cakes throughout the appointment in a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by friendly staff. Evening appointments are also available if needed. Bespoke wedding rings are another new addition to the boutique. Provided by BWR London, the jewellers can bring your dream rings to life in six to eight weeks. Lindsay Kay Bridal are also raising funds for a girl from Coventry who needs a million pounds for cancer treatment as her current treatment has stopped working. Owner Alison tells us, “We’ve asked Hallie’s mum to choose a dress from the store, which we’re going to name after her. Every time a bride purchases the Hallie dress, we will donate money to the fund.” Visit www.instagram.com/lindsaykaybridal or www.facebook.com/lindsaykaybridal for more info. Nearlywed NEWS PLANNED TO PERFECTION The National Wedding Fayre is back for 2024! With more than 125 exhibitors, a VIP lounge with afternoon tea, fashion shows and a fabulous win your wedding competition, the show has everything you need to plan the wedding of your dreams. If that wasn’t enough, there will be hands-on advice from industry experts, luxury products, services at an affordable price and special promotions from some of the region’s biggest wedding suppliers. Treat yourself to the VIP package, which includes a drink voucher, an upgraded gift bag, reserved seating for the fashion show, access to the VIP lounge and fast track entry – what’s not to love? The show will be taking place on 20th and 21st January 2024 at Coventry Building Society Arena between 10am and 3:30pm. Children under 15 are free of charge. When you purchase a ticket, you’ll also receive free entry for one bride or groom per couple. To get your tickets, visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-national-wedding-fayre-2-daywedding-show-tickets-625236869307 Getty Images A NEW LOOK The Black Swan, nestled in the heart of Henleyin-Arden, has opened following an extensive refurbishment. Heartwood Inns (formerly The White Brasserie Company) has lovingly restored The Black Swan’s charming Tudorfronted Grade II listed building, ensuring it retains its original features. Its traditional character has been seamlessly blended with a new oak-framed extension, housing a bright, contemporary garden dining area. The Black Swan hopes to become the go-to place for locals and visitors alike, with an abundance of independent boutiques, bookshops and antique shops nearby, providing a charming place for a pre-wedding getaway. Visit www.blackswanhenleyinarden.com for more information. LOCAL NEWS 9
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