Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Page number 10 - October/November 2021 (Issue 85)

WEDDING WONDERLAND For a number of years Cover With Love’s venue styling items lived in a storage unit. However, it was owner Caroline Coles’ dream to open a showroom to display them in their full glory, and in October 2020, in the midst of Covid chaos, her vision came to fruition. “Our local Enterprise Centre in Wiveliscombe built a number of storage units that became available for rent, which happened to be just five minutes from where we live. Although, the timing couldn’t have been worse, I didn’t want to miss out on the opportunity to open my very own showroom,” Caroline explains. Lockdown gave her the time to decorate the space how she wanted, and being able to show potential couples what Cover With Love can offer and chat to them face-to-face meant the world. “Seeing items online is one thing, but being able to experience them set up is so much better,” Caroline says. Happily, this local wedding business has received nothing but positive feedback and the showroom is going from strength to strength. To find out more and arrange to pay a visit, head over to www.coverwithlove.co.uk WRITTEN IN THE STARS Those of your with your finger on the pulse and eyes on Insta may have noticed a rise in popularity of zodiac necklaces amongst celebs such as Rihanna, Hailey Bieber and Megan Markle. If you fancy getting hold of one of your very own, luckily Bath-based Abbott Lyon are on hand with their range of Zodiac (£49) and Old English Name Necklaces (£69). We think they make gorgeous bridesmaids’ gifts and an oh-so cute accessory for the stylish boho bride. Find out more at www.abbottlyon.com A BRIDGERTON BREAK Sitting pretty in the heart of Bath, GuestHouse’s No.15 Great Pulteney invites guests to uncover the city’s vibrant spirit with a trio of packages designed to blend the very best of hotel and heritage. Our favourite is, of course, Basking In Bridgerton! Since No.15 is on the doorstep of where Netflix’s biggest-ever series was filmed, there’s no doubting it’s well-placed to set fans’ hearts a flutter. Lovers of the spicy costume drama will probably know that one of the show’s major stars is Bath, with the first series packed with shots of the city’s gorgeous Georgian-ness. With the hotel as your base enjoy a behind-the- scenes walking tour with one of the city’s Blue Badge guides, see the homes of Lady Danbury and the Featheringtons, discover insider nuggets and the history behind featured locations. Your knowledge of the ‘ton’ will be of Whistledown standards before the day is out. So, why not grab your maid-of-honour or mother-of-the-bride for a super-special hen weekend? Basking in Bridgerton starts from £726 including a two-night stay in a Pulteney or Henrietta Room, breakfast on both mornings, afternoon tea on one day, dinner on one evening and the two-hour walking tour. Find out about this and the other hereness packages, Your Time and Flavour Hunters, at www.guesthousehotels.co.uk MINIMOON HEAVEN If your honeymoon seems too far away and you want to treat yourselves to an escape check out the Francis Hotel Bath. The Hotel’s Romantic Getaway package invites you to a luxury haven where you’ll be treated like royalty. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast in bed before heading out to explore the charms of the beautiful city with a chilled bottle of champagne waiting in your room when you get back. The luxury 98-room boutique hotel has a contemporary interior design with newly renovated rooms, stunning new Mediterranean and Moroccan-themed restaurant Boho Marché and an outdoor terrace for al fresco dining and drinks. Plus, it’s just a short walk from the Roman Baths, The Jane Austen Centre, The Royal Crescent, Theatre Royal and the city’s elegant shopping and culinary centre, making it an ideal minimoon destination. Rates start from £135 inclusive of breakfast and VAT. For more information visit www.francishotel.com MAMA MIA It’s safe to say it’s been a difficult year for brides- and grooms-to-be, but Warner Leisure Hotels is recognising the valiant efforts of the mums too by launching a service to help them unwind after the big day. Yep, Mamamoons are now a thing! After discovering that 68 per cent of mothers-of-the-bride felt they deserved a relaxing holiday after their daughter’s big day, the chain, which operates 14 adult-only hotels and resorts across the UK, has pioneered the Mamamoon getaway to give hard-working mums a break after the wedding once the happy couple have jetted off on their honeymoon. These wind-down packages include spa access, gin- and wine-tasting and complimentary breakfast and dinner for the new mothers-in-law, as well as stress-busting activities such as yoga and archery. Mamamoon packages start from £199 per person. To find out more and book your mum a well-deserved break as a massive “thank you,” visit www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/ breaks/mamamoon. Your nearest participating venue is Cricket St. Thomas Hotel, Somerset www.tobymitchellcreative.com 10