NEWS The latest news from around the counties THE BAY TREE PUB REVEALS GARDEN MAKEOVER The Bay Tree pub located in Grove, Wantage, has undergone a significant garden investment including the installation of a new 75-inch external television to showcase outdoor sporting events plus a new covered awning with heating, festoon lighting and revamped dining furniture. The children’s play area also boasts new artificial turf and the pub has added to its drinks selection with more than 35 different types of gin, rum, whisky and vodka. Commenting on the garden opening, general manager Stuart Hall tells us, “We look forward to welcoming customers to the new-look garden and hope they will enjoy some of the dishes from our recently launched menu. There are specials available throughout the week and the pub continues to champion real ales selling a selection of national and locally brewed varieties.” To find out more, visit www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/oxfordshire/bay-tree THE FEATHERED NEST LAUNCHES THE COTTAGE The Feathered Nest country inn, a 15th-century gourmet bolthole located in the picturesque village of Nether Westcote in Oxfordshire. has launched a new cottage to add to its bespoke room collection, giving guests more options for a luxury break in the Cotswolds. The cosy accommodation combines period charm and modern elegance with original features including flagstone flooring, an exposed fire mantle and wooden beams. The sitting room and modern kitchenette feature a comfy sofa and dining area. On the middle floor is a modern bathroom with a luxurious double bedroom on the top floor home to a super-king bed. This room can easily accommodate an extra bed and cot, and the sofa in the living room opens to a sofa bed for additional sleeping arrangements. The Feathered Nest offers outstanding 3 AA Rosette cuisine and diners can choose between a gourmet tasting menu with dishes such as roasted Orkney scallops or the à la carte menu featuring classic dishes including the nest beef burger and a fillet of halibut. To find out more and to book, visit the website https://thefeatherednestinn.co.uk DIARY DATES Don’t miss the following events arranged in conjunction with Berkshire Wedding Fairs: ♥ 6th February at De Vere Wokefield Estate, www.devere.co.uk/wokefield-estate ♥ 20th February at Bix Manor, www.bixmanor.co.uk ♥ 27th February at Coppid Beech Hotel, www.coppidbeech.com ♥ 6th March at Easthampstead Park, https://eastpark.co.uk ♥ 20th March at Great House Sonning, www.greathouseatsonning.co.uk ♥ 3rd April at Stanlake Park, www.stanlakepark.com To find out more, visit www.berkshireweddingfairs.co.uk Nearlywed Scan to view video 9 LOCAL NEWS
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