Your West Midlands Wedding - Feb/Mar 2019 (Issue 60)

The latest news from around the region Nearlywed NEWS Indulge yourself Following the success of the Laura Ashley The Tea Room in The Regancy Hotel in Solihull, the company has announced the opening of a new tea room at The Chace Hotel, Coventry. The new dining space is tastefully decorated in the brand’s signature style, featuring selected products from Laura Ashley’s home furnishing and accessories ranges. Guests can expect traditional afternoon tea favourites including a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and fruit preserves, as well as irresistible cakes and pastries. Updated regularly, the sweet selection is created using seasonal produce by dedicated pastry chef, Chris Murrow. Prices start from £20 per person – an ideal indulgent break from wedding planning. For more information, visit the website lauraashleythetearoom.com @lauraashleythetearoom ROLL UP, ROLL UP The Eden Hotel Collection is delighted to announce that Nick Hanson has been appointed general manager at Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa in Warwickshire, a hotel that was recently awarded four AA Red Stars. Set in 10 acres of gardens close to Leamington Spa, 43-bedroom venue has been a member of Relais & Châteaux since 1983, offering guests exceptional levels of service. Recent developments at the hotel include the state- of-the-art Elan Spa, which includes 12 spa bedrooms, and bolstered dining options, which include flagship restaurant The Dining Room, overseen by head chef Paul Evans. “I’m delighted Nick is joining our excellent team at Mallory Court. He has a proven track record and brings a wealth of experience in managing luxury hotels,” shares Mark Chambers, managing director of Eden Hotel Collection. For more information, visit mallory.co.uk @mallorycourt NEW VENUE ALERT Cripps & Co Wedding and Events is set to open a new venue concept this summer; Thorpe Garden in Staffordshire. Situated within a 3,000-acre private estate and a beautiful Victorian walled garden, the enchanting Thorpe Garden boasts a hand-crafted wooden yurt with capacity for up to 200 guests. It boasts steamed mountain ash supports, solid oak doors and large windows, which frame beautiful views. Fairylights, flowers and festoons create the perfect atmosphere for romantic nuptials. For more information, visit crippsthorpe.com @crippsandco DATE FOR THE DIARY Warwickshire-based wedding venue Wroxall Abbey Hotel & Estate is holding a spring wedding fair on Sunday 10 th March, 2019, from 12pm to 5pm. Set to be unmissable, ensure you save the date. For more information, visit the website wroxall.com @WroxallAbbeyEstate YOUR ESSENTIALS 9