Your Glos and Wilts Wedding - Dec/Jan 2019 (Issue 18)

The latest news from around both counties Nearlywed NEWS THE CROWN IN MINCHINHAMPTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE REOPENS The Crown pub located in Minchinhampton near Stroud in Gloucestershire has reopened after five years. Now part of The Lucky Onion collection, a group of boutique hotels and country pubs located in the heart of the Cotswolds, this 18 th -century building retains many of its distinctive features. The menu offers traditional British dishes created by executive chef Ronnie Bonetti using locally sourced produce accompanied by a wide selection of real ales and an extensive wine list. There’s also a secluded terrace garden for al fresco dining and regular live music from local artists. For bookings, call 01453 731 067 and for further information, visit thecrown-minchinhampton.com ABBEY MEADOW FLOWERS REVEALS NEW CHRISTMAS DESIGNS Caroline White at Abbey Meadow Flowers located in Stroud, Gloucestershire, has unveiled her festive floral wreaths in time for Christmas. Not only are they a great way to decorate doorways, wreath hoops covered with berries and fern make great table centrepieces, especially when mounted on wood or displayed on a hessian runner and paired with hurricane lamps. Visit abbeymeadowflowers.co.uk to see more. LUXURY TREEHOUSE THE HUDNALLS HIDEOUT OPENS IN THE WYE VALLEY The Hudnalls Hideout, a luxury treehouse deep in the heart of the Wye Valley has opened in partnership with MADE.COM Set in two acres of private woodland in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it’s suspended almost four metres above the ground with accommodation split over two floors. The bedroom on the mezzanine level is reached via a sweeping hand-carved oak staircase and features a handmade, king-size bed. An instagrammable suspended fireplace takes centre stage downstairs and outside on the circular deck are two balance swings, an outdoor copper bath, a firepit with log seats and a wood-fired pizza oven. Guests will receive a local hamper of goodies upon arrival and a private chef can be arranged for an intimate dining experience. To book, call 01594 530 998 or visit hudnallshideout.co.uk and hudnallshideout on Instagram. YOUR ESSENTIALS 9