Your Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Wedding- Page number 9 - August/September 2021 (Issue 28)

NEWS Nearlywed The latest news from around both counties ELMORE COURT UNVEILS DRONE VIDEO Exclusive-use Gloucestershire wedding venue Elmore Court is now offering potential wedding couples a behind-the-scenes look at a mock wedding through ambitious drone footage. The 150-second, one-shot video uses the first person view (FPV) drone skills of experienced pilot Andy Lawrence who is otherwise kept busy shooting car stunts for Top Gear and The Grand Tour . The footage takes viewers on a journey exploring the rural location, the main house and the Gillyflower ballroom, with the final shot taken in the grand ceremony hall. To book, visit www.elmorecourt.com IVY LODGE AT CIRENCESTER PARK POLO CLUB REVEALS REFURBISHMENT AND NEW MENU Cirencester Park Polo Club has now appointed a resident full-time chef, Ethan Rodgers, previously from The Lucky Onion group, to turn the establishment into a popular eatery serving gourmet food. The menu offers polo-themed dishes including the chukka cheese burger and the bookmaker sandwich served with horsetard sauce. Ethan’s philosophy is to use fine locally sourced produce that’s cooked simply and served in a way that allows the food to speak for itself. One of the most popular dishes on the menu is steak frites, a dry-aged 6oz pave steak served with fries and béarnaise sauce. For vegetarians, the Bathurst Estate wild garlic Acquerello risotto made with fresh peas, mint, pesto and a free-range poached egg is a must-try. The choice of starters inspired by countries around the world include Spanish gazpacho soup, Thai-fusion bang-bang chicken salad and the classic Greek caesar salad. To book, call 01285 653 225 or visit www.cirencesterpolo.co.uk TEWKESBURY PARK LAUNCH NEW OUTDOOR GARDEN TERRACE ROOMS Patrick Jones, general manager of Tewkesbury Park, is pleased to announce the completion of 17 Outdoor Garden Terrace Rooms with rates starting from £185 per night based on two people sharing including breakfast. Enjoying stunning views of the surrounding Gloucestershire countryside, they have been designed to meet the increasing requests for UK staycations offering more outdoor privacy providing the feeling of a hotel apartment within a five-star property. Sustainable oak screens have been installed at each one to achieve this while clever landscaping sees unusual plants and stylish bistro sets offering a Mediterranean vibe. As the weather cools, warm blankets and atmospheric lighting provide a cozy after-dark ambience. A further four guest rooms located on the ground floor have been reconfigured and turned into Outdoor Garden Terrace Rooms. The bathrooms have undergone a complete overhaul with bold statement fittings complementing large mirrors which enhance the light and airy space. Stylish furniture, designer-led feature walls and soft furnishings provide a fresh country-style feel with a modern twist. To book, visit www.tewkesburypark.co.uk an d turn to page 21 to read more. YOUR ESSENTIALS 9