Your East Anglian Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 37)

The latest news from around the region NEWS EDITOR LOVES... This cool barrel cake by Norfolk’s Buns of Fun Bakery (bunsoffun.co.uk ) not only looks good, it’s a money-saver too. For a host of budget-friendly tips and advice from local experts, turn to page 104. The write stuff If you’re looking to add an extra special touch to your big day, Cambridgeshire-based Chloe Fuller is here to help. A self-confessed paper and font geek, she recently launched her own business in order to share her passion. “I’m obsessed with stationery, typography, luxury papers and anything with gold foil! I’ve always loved all things creative and I get great joy from designing elegant and luxury collections.” After creating stationery for family and friends’ weddings, as well as her own this year, she took the plunge and launched The Luxe Paper Co. “I fell in love with the idea of being able to create something so important for the biggest day of people’s lives. I’m now working to build up my brand and interact with as many couples in East Anglian as possible,” she explains. As well as beautiful bespoke designs, she also offers a custom collection which can be fully personalised to fit your wedding theme. To find out more visit theluxepaperco.com A NEW CHAPTER Suffolk wedding venue the Bury St Edmunds & Farmers Club has a new manager joining the team. Martin Edwards, spearheaded the transformation of the Weeping Willow in Barrow, Suffolk into a highly successful restaurant and is now joining the Bury St Edmunds & Farmers Club as one of its two managers, working alongside Vikki King. Martin says, “This is a beautiful old building where we serve quality, fresh food – often using local suppliers. The Club is an institution in Bury. Located in the heart of the town and with its gardens and car park, it’s an ideal destination; not just for members but also for weddings and other events.” The Bury St Edmunds & Farmers Club is a beautiful Grade 1 listed building, dating back to the 1350s, located in the heart of the historic market town. It offers a number of licensed ceremony rooms which can accommodate anywhere from five to 50 guests, with the Regency Room and other ground floor spaces available for the reception. To find out more visit bsefc.co.uk BUSY BEE Norfolk-based Flower30 is rebranding under a new name Myrtle & the Bee to reflect the natural progression of the blooming floristry business. “With the ever-changing technology a new website was a must and during this time of reflection it became clear that my design style and ethos had evolved. I wanted to promote more sustainable natural seasonal flowers keeping the luxurious abundant feel,” explains owner Sharon Pointon. “Myrtle is not only one of my favourite plants, it also signifies prosperity in love and marriage. Together with the hard-working little bee, a true friend to flowers everywhere, it’s the perfect symbol for my business.” Visit flower30.co.uk - the new website is due to go live soon FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD Waterside wedding venue Sheene Mill in Melbourn Cambridgeshire has introduced a people-friendly menu. The restaurant is changing its concept and introducing more affordable and familiar dishes. “We’ve also introduced pastas and salads, more vegan options and signature cocktails,” adds managing director Adam Jordan. A special evening was held for local customers and guests to sample the new dishes, which went down a treat. Visit sheenemill.com Nearlywed YOUR ESSENTIALS 9