Your East Midlands Wedding - Page number 10 - August/September 2021 (Issue 45)

GINTASTIC Warner Leisure Hotels has released dates for its new gin festivals taking place across its 14 properties around the UK, including Thoresby Hall Hotel in Nottinghamshire. These events will allow guests to try up to 30 new gins on the menu and includes live entertainment and accommodation – perfect for hen dos or pre-wedding celebrations. Guests can try old favourites including Gordon’s Gin or artisan and craft ones such as Japanese Roku Gin and USA’s Brooklyn Gin. Tasting guides will explain each drink and there will be vouchers and discounts offered throughout the events. Simon Thompson is the managing director at Warner Leisure Hotels and he says, “We know that guests have missed a year of their lives and are determined to live 2021 to the full. That’s why we’ve made a three-million- pound investment into new spaces for guests to enjoy during our Festivals of Gin. We’re delighted to be able to whisk guests away from the house they’ve been stuck in and let them enjoy music and comedy. Whether that’s Disco, Rock n Roll, ‘70s celebrations and more!” Thoresby Hall Hotel’s festival takes place on Friday 1 st July, 2022 and it will last three nights. Book your tickets now and discover other locations here: www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/breaks/gin-festivals CAPTURING MEMORIES Daniel Burton Photography LTD is celebrating his wedding anniversary by offering couples a free engagement shoot and print for all new bookings. To receive this offer, couples need to book a full-day wedding package and quote YEMW-Celebrate before the end of September. Engagement shoots are the perfect way to get comfortable in front of the camera and offers lovebirds a chance to get to know their photographer. From the shoot, couples get to pick a free 42x30cm acrylic or stacked acrylic print. The company specialises in relaxed photography and owner Daniel Burton works hard to capture beautiful images to treasure forever. With an upfront and honest work practice, couples won’t find hidden costs or surprises when they book the photographer. Discover more: www.danielburtonphotography.com FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD The Northamptonshire-based venue, Whittlebury Park, has recently announced George Mangrski as its new food and beverage manager. Situated in acres of parkland, the award-winning Whittlebury Park is the perfect space to host weddings and events. What location could be better with 254-bedrooms, 36-hole championship golf course, a luxury spa and wow-factor spaces? The experienced hospitality professional started his career as a food and beverage assistant at Hilton London Park Lane and has worked his way up over the past decade. George will be in charge of the park’s five food and beverage outlets, including the fine-dining restaurant Murrays, which now has three AA Rosettes. He will also oversee the contemporary Aston’s restaurant, the Atrium Bistro, the Silverstone Bar, the Terrace café, afternoon tea and private dining. George says, “I’m thrilled to be embarking on the next chapter of my career at Whittlebury Park. I’m passionate about hospitality and helping teams deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests. I’m looking forward to working with the hotel to build on its existing reputation for diverse dining.” Discover more about the supplier: www.whittlebury.com 10