Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - September/October 2024 (Issue 77)

BLOOMING GREAT NEWS! Nathalie Somerset from Somerset Blooms has been shortlisted by the British Florist Association for the Wedding/Event Florist of the year award, and finds herself up against Paula Rooney Floral Design, the florist behind Channel 4’s Billionaire Blooms. Nathalie is the only florist in the North West to be shortlisted – “It’s scary but very exciting,” she shares. The British Florist Association is celebrating floral craftsmanship and championing sustainability in the wedding industry of late, and it’s a great place to start shopping for a wedding florist each business is checked and verified with work scrutinised in order to become a member. So, just to be shortlisted is a major accolade and a win in itself. Please join us here at Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding in wishing Somerset Blooms the best of luck! Find out more at https://somersetblooms.co.uk A NEW LOOK The Queen at Chester has completed a major refurbishment, fit for royalty, with upgrades to 104 bedrooms and public spaces including meeting rooms and new central bar. Guests will find a sleek and homely new look at the magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building, said to be the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860 the hotel has had an illustrious past having hosted the likes of Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes and Lily Langtry. The new design has been carefully conceived to honour the heritage and history of the building, with classic patterned wooden floors, panelled walls and plush fabrics, while adding a fresh, modern finish and amenities including air conditioning. For those seeking a stately place to host their wedding day, the Colonnades and Palazzo suites have been refreshed to host elegant events. Overnight guests can relax and unwind in one of the newly refurbished bedrooms featuring a sophisticated make-over, with a nod to the authentic Regency period and style of the hotel. What’s more, residents can now raise a toast in the glittering new bar area in the Albert Room showcasing marble tops, rich gold finishes and jewelcoloured furnishings. Find out more at www.lghhm.com/portfolio/the-queen-atchester-hotel CHRISTMAS WISHES Here at Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, we love Delamere Manor for its enchantment and elegance that seamlessly blend to create an idyllic backdrop for any wedding. Nestled amid picturesque landscapes in the heart of Cheshire, this venue offers a captivating experience. In addition to its incredible ceremony and reception spaces, it offers an array of amenities from beautifully appointed bedrooms, a beauty parlour, to top-notch catering services with customisable menu options. Now you can experience the venue not just on your wedding day, but at a fabulous black tie Christmas party held on 23rd November 2024. Launch your festive season in style. Gather your nearest and dearest for an evening of glamour, fabulous food, music and unforgettable memories. At 6.30pm you’ll make your red carpet arrival and indulge in a glass of Champagne along with exquisite canapés, all within the venue’s warm and elegant surroundings. The evening then unfolds with a festive threecourse dinner in the breathtaking starlit Courtyard at 7pm. By 9pm it’s time to party! Venture into the hidden nightclub, hit the dancefloor and groove to the electrifying live music of Soulful Mind. Tickets are priced at £99, secure yours at https://delameremanor. co.uk/event/black-tie-christmas-party. For more information contact enquiries@delameremanor.co.uk or call 01606 827 617. www.mjcaptures.co.uk 10

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