POB HOTELS INTRODUCES GEORGE CLARKE AS ITS LATEST BRAND AMBASSADOR The latest brand ambassador for PoB Hotels, the architect, designer and presenter George Clarke encourages guests to live an inspired life. Whether travellers are marvelling at nature’s beauty, carving out moments for wellness and tranquillity, embracing the simple pleasures of a delicious meal, or simply relishing the present moment, there’s no better place to do this than one of Britain’s most magical hotels with properties including The Vineyard in Berkshire and Relais Henley Oxfordshire, as well as nationwide. Through his ambassadorship with PoB Hotels, George celebrates all things modern design and architecture. Alongside George Clarke, PoB Hotels’ ambassadors include presenter Matt Tebbutt, past-olympian cyclist Victoria Pendleton and TV Presenter, Amanda Lamb, all of which have showcased their inspired lives through PoB Breaks, highlighting and celebrating their diverse backgrounds and unique passions including food, interiors, design and sports. With this in mind, PoB Hotels is encouraging guests to find their inspiration and live their best life through their new campaign: An Inspired Life. Incorporating their distinguished collection of the finest independent hotels across the British Isles, PoB Hotels are creating experiences for guests designed by what inspires them most, via their recently launched PoB Breaks, and working with renowned ambassadors to tell their stories of inspiration. Of the partnership, George Clarke, PoB Hotels’ latest Ambassador, says: “When the PoB Hotels team approached me they had one question: what inspires you? While of course on the surface level, it is architecture and design that capture my interest, I was surprised by just how inspiring some of these historic hotels and their owners were. I’m thrilled to share my inspiration with other guests, and hopefully inspire them to appreciate those little design and architectural details during their stays.” https://pobhotels.com WASING PARK WEDDING VENUE UNVEILS NEW OFFERINGS FOR 2024-25 Wasing Park, the nationally renowned luxury wedding venue nestled in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, is thrilled to introduce a series of new offerings designed to create unforgettable wedding experiences including its enhanced two to three-day wedding packages; wild swim and sauna offerings plus a new nose-to-tail menu. Located approximately one hour from London, Wasing Park is a beautifully restored farm hamlet centred around the majestic Grade II-listed Castle Barn. The venue offers exclusive use, ensuring privacy and intimacy for every celebration. Wasing Park presents several innovative features to captivate and delight couples and their guests. Visitors can immerse themselves in nature at a secluded woodland lake, available for exclusive use. The experience includes a rejuvenating swim, a relaxing sauna session and a refreshing dip in an ice bath, all overseen by a dedicated Wellbeing Host to ensure a seamless experience. The venue also offers multi-day wedding experiences, including welcome dinners, lakeside yoga classes, and moonlit performances, providing a destination wedding feel within the UK. Additionally, couples can enjoy the finest locally sourced cuisine with the estate-to-plate menu. The new nose-to-tail offerings feature ingredients from Wasing Park’s organic farm including beef from their Sussex cattle herd, ensuring a sustainable and delectable dining experience. Guests can indulge in the delicious Wasing Gin cocktails and experience romantic evening dining on the picturesque outdoor terrace. Wasing Park offers three characteristic ceremony spaces, each providing a picturesque setting for a wedding. The Garden Room, a contemporary space with glass bi-fold doors set within the tranquil gardens revealing views of the Castle Barn accommodates up to 160 guests. The Victorian Summerhouse is an enchanting outdoor space set amidst nature, highlighted by a hand-painted mural, accommodating up to 160 guests. The Church of St Nicholas, a historic 15th-century church with beautiful stained-glass windows, is suitable for ceremonies with up to 100 guests. The venue boasts 26 stylishly appointed bedrooms, sleeping 64 guests, each uniquely designed, with an elegant modern twist on a historical setting. Each room also benefits from sustainable heating and hot water, using the on-site bio-mass boiler fired with wood from the estate. Highlights include the Honeymoon Suite, a spacious former hayloft now home to the biggest bed in Berkshire; The Granary, still standing on its staddle stones that’s now a luxurious suite with a copper bathtub; The Smithy, the old blacksmiths’ workshop featuring an Emperor bed and a spacious en-suite; and The Dovecote, a magical suite with a custom-made triangular bed and original dove boxes filled with fairylights. There are also 17 characterful rooms in the Stables, the Mews, and the Pump House. Additionally, Kitts Cottage offers complimentary accommodation for the night before the wedding, sleeping seven guests, and Home Farmhouse is a cosy retreat that sleeps up to 12 people, perfect for extended celebrations. Wasing Park invites couples to enjoy extended celebrations with bespoke two to three-day wedding packages with endless itinerary options. There’s everything from cocktail classes in the sun-drenched Victorian Walled Garden, to croquet and garden games providing the perfect opportunities for lasting memories. Turn to page 21 to read more. www.wasing.co.uk/weddings 9 LOCAL NEWS
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