Your East Midlands Wedding - April/May 2020 (Issue 37)

Winner! est Bridgford firm Midland Mandaps has won Provider of the Year 2020 for the second year running at Britain’s fourth Asian Wedding Awards 2020. The awards took place at the Piccadilly Mercure Hotel in Manchester and highlighted all the hard work and commitment of wedding suppliers. Managing director at Midland Mandaps, Bobby Sharma, says: “We’re absolutely thrilled to receive this award two years on the trot. Thank you to everyone that voted for us, the wedding business is highly competitive so to receive this award again is fantastic and a testament to our passion for the industry. “Our primary business is Mandap hire but we have expanded our services over the years to cater for all event décor for weddings, private parties and corporate events. We have had the opportunity to work at some amazing venues around the country.” A temporary four-pillar structure is called a Mandap and is perfect for Hindu weddings. “Traditionally real wood structures are used but we have expanded our range to include more modern and contemporary Mandaps such as floral draped and beautifully carved fibreglass,” added Bobby. Find out more about the company here , midlandmandaps.co.uk SEE OFF YOUR SINGLE DAYS IN STYLE This April will mark the 50 th anniversary of the Apollo 13 mission and what better way to celebrate than a fun escape room that’s perfect for a hen night with the girls? The National Space and The Game Lab have come together to create an ‘out of this world’ experience. Following the failure of the oxygen tank, groups will be in desperate need of help and will have to successfully orbit the moon and bring the astronaut crew home safely – failure is not an option! Each team can have up to 20 participants, with each member being at least 16. Tickets cost £10. The challenge is wheelchair accessible but it’s important to inform the company right away. With dates available in October, remember to book in advance. For more information visit, spacecentre.co.uk/event/failure-is-not-an-option ALL IN THE DETAIL It’s a very exciting year for Amp & Decks which has a new product to share with couples. The stunning 9ft Illuminated Love heart is the perfect item to transform your venue and has been manufactured specifically to match all wedding settings and venues. This self-standing heart can be used outside or inside as long as the weather behaves, to complement all moments and photos like nothing else. The company’s known for wedding DJs and starlit dancefloors, but now Amp & Decks is bringing the sparkle and lights that can be personalised to any weddings and is available in classy white and rustic wood. Please note all hire equipment is tested before they leave the unit for the next wedding or event. Another fantastic achievement for the business is that the team was regional finalist 2020 in the Wedding Industry Awards, voted by brides and grooms.  Find out more about the company he re, djderbyshire.co.uk THE WOW FACTOR Heathland Grove is the perfect Derbyshire wedding venue, which is full of luxury and charm for between 50 to 550 guests to enjoy. For 2020 and 2021, it’s all about going big and doing something special. Rimpy Bhambra works at Heathland Grove and has been designing luxury events in the UK for the last 15 years. She says: “We’re proud to announce that we’ve recently received our civil ceremonies licence. Our main Ballroom is licensed, which is indoor, and clients can now host a mock ceremony outside and do the legal signing inside. This is an exciting step and it will continue to work to provide the best experience possible.” Find out more about the company here , heathlandgrove.com @photosbyabhi huftonandcrow.co.uk 10