Your Kent Wedding -September/October 2020 (Issue 92)

Keeping it local Kent-based Mereworth Wines has released the first vintage of its exceptional English sparkling wine. The grapes are grown in its Wateringbury vineyard, before being transported a mere two miles up the road to the winery at Brewers Hall for pressing, fermentation, clarification and aging. The result is receiving rave reviews, putting it in the mix with the most renowned English sparkling wines in the area. Company director Will Boscawen says, “It seems now, more than ever, that people like to know where their products have come from. They love being able to trace the journey of our drinks from start to finish and there’s a pride in knowing that everything is intrinsically local, giving the products significantly more relevance to them.” A fabulous local alternative to champagne for toasting your nuptials, find out more at www.mereworthwines.co.uk. Yo u can order online at www.thebrewershall.co.uk, fo r click and collect or delivery. WEDDINGS TO A TEE London Golf Club is one of the few Kent wedding venues located on the beautiful North Downs, providing a picturesque and private venue for your special day. Set amidst 700 acres of grounds, the Clubhouse is approached from the gatehouse by an impressive mile-long driveway, offering wow- factor from the get-go. Entry to the Clubhouse is via the impressive Great Hall, where magnificent oak beams are a prominent feature. Guests can be welcomed with canapés in the Long Bar, and the patio and terrace area overlooking the championship golf courses, provides the perfect setting for a relaxing drinks reception. As is the case everywhere, weddings at London Golf Club may look different in the future, but the team is confident that its commitment to providing an unrivalled level of service will always remain the same. Save your date and book your 2021 or 2022 wedding at the venue by 30 th September 2020 and pay the 2020 package price. Venue tours are now available. For further information visit www.londongolf.co.uk New collection Brides by Zoe in Canterbury is excited to introduce to the boutique the new 2021 La Sposa by Pronovias collection. Designed for the fashion forward boho bride, every style maintains that all-important structure and unparalleled quality that we’ve come to expect from the designer. The collection offers eye-catching and original designs, ensuring you achieve individuality for your wedding day. To find out more head over to www.weddingdresskent.co.uk  IN GOOD HANDS Hayne House has welcomed Ellie Keeling, who recently joined the wedding and events team as wedding coordinator. Managing director Fleur Record-Smith says, “We reached the point where it became clear that we required another person in the events team to further help us develop and realise the company’s green pledge. So, we’re thrilled that Ellie has joined us. She’s going to make a great addition to the team, by supporting and helping our couples to include more environmentally friendly aspects into their wedding. At the same time, Ellie will be championing all things sustainable across the 35-acre private and exclusive wedding venue.” Hayne House is an eco-chic wedding venue in Kent on a “Green Mission.” The team does everything it can to take care of the environment, and is proud to be one of the greenest, most eco- friendly, venues in the region. Check out www.haynehouse.co.uk www.nph otography.co.uk 10