Your Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Wedding- December 2020/Janaury 2021 (Issue 24)

ADRENALIN-FUELLED Meet the expert: Jayne Cooper is part of the events team at Drive-Tech, the West Country’s premier skid pan, karting and off-road driving centre based at Castle Combe Racing Circuit in Chippenham, Wiltshire. Can you give us some fun ideas for an unusual stag and hen celebration before our micro wedding in spring? Jayne says: There’s a lot of unknown in the world right now but one thing is for certain, Drive-Tech are here to keep you safe whilst you have fun on your stag or hen experience! Outdoor go-karting is a perfect choice, a thrilling adventure as you race around the track, fighting for the best racing line and battling to be the first past the chequered flag, If you’re good enough to make the podium then there’s a trophy to take away. Team Groom or Team Bride will not be disappointed, the thrill is still there, Covid-19 has not taken that away! When you are sat in the kart, with the engine running, the experience will be as exciting and thrilling as it always has been. There’s nothing like a bit of adrenalin pumping to get the party started! Face masks are mandatory where possible, antibacterial wipes and hand sanitiser are part of our everyday measures and suits and helmets are sanitised and bagged for sole use only. Vehicles are sanitised between each driver and we have social distancing in place where possible. Drive-Tech | 01249 783 010 | https://drivetechltd.co.uk | www.instagram.com/drivetechltd A TOUCH OF SPARKLE Meet the expert: Jeff Lippman is the owner of Cheltenham-based jeweller Metal and Stone specialising in creating one-off bespoke pieces within each customer’s budget. We are considering having our wedding rings custom- made. Is it expensive and do you have any tips? Jeff says: Custom-made jewellery that fits perfectly often works out more purse-friendly for clients. The main advantage is that the item is a one-off piece that reflects each couple’s style. I like to work with customers getting a feel for what they like to create the perfect piece. The original stones in an existing item, like a family heirloom or sentimental ring or necklace, can be re-set or the metal refined, for example, yellow gold can be melted down and made into a new rose gold item. Metal and Stone | 01242 570 570 | http://metalandstone.co | www.facebook.com/bespoke.goldsmith www.gett yimages.co.uk www.gett yimages.co.uk 64