DOWN ON THE FARM Congratulations are in order for camping and glamping site Herding Hill Farm, which has just been named one of the best in the UK. The Haltwhistle-based Farm – which is also able to hire exclusively for weddings – has been awarded an AA Platinum Pennant, recognising the country’s very best campsites and caravan parks, for both its glamping and camping facilities. Inspectors praised the luxury glamping accommodation and ‘first-class’ campsite facilities at the family-friendly site; located less than a mile from Hadrian’s Wall; noting that the addition of its new adult-only luxury Castle pods took the site’s glamping facilities to ‘the next level’. The ensuite pods, named after landmark castles in Northumberland, all have outdoor hot tubs, complete with dark skyfriendly lighting for stargazing. Other accommodation includes familyfriendly Wigwam cabins, many with hot tubs, and a spacious luxury lodge, perfect for families. There are also pitches for tourers and tents. Visit https://www.herdinghillfarm.co.uk/stay/weddings-and-events for more info on hiring the venue for your big day. GOOD SCENTS After a wedding fragrance to tie in with your roots? New for 2023 are these scents from Barbour, perfect for the transition into the late summer/ early autumn months – and inspired by the Northumberland coastline! First up comes Barbour Coastal For Her, a refreshing citrus scent topped with clean notes of elmi, bitter orange, lemon and mandarin. Delicately blended with solar florals and a woody base of cedarwood, moss and balsamic notes, it’s been designed to celebrate a slower pace of life. Then there’s Barbour Coastal For Him; again with a nod to the clifftops of Northumberland. An aromatic scent with citrus notes, it’s contrasted by undercurrents of ginger and cinnamon, all blended with balsamic, sandalwood and amber. Visit www.barbour.com/uk to buy yours now. RUNWAY BRIDE Want your own personal space to try on dresses with your #bridaltribe? Check out Durham’s The Blue Bow Bridal Company, who’ve just added a Luxe Lounge room to their boutique. This gorgeous new addition is a dedicated area for you to relax while finding your perfect gown. Complete with sofa for chilling, tons of natural light and, of course, your very own mini catwalk with fulllength mirror, it’s time to come over all supermodel when searching for the wedding dress of your dreams. Visit www.bluebowbridal.co.uk for info, being sure to request the Luxe Lounge at the time of booking to secure your slot. FIT FOR A QUEEN Inspired by organic shapes and capturing fluid elements in motion, Lucy Quartermaine creates stunning jewellery from remarkable designs that will transform your bridal style. Originally produced to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the Royal Pearl collection complements 925 silver with freshwater pearls for a timeless design perfect for a wedding day. Visit https://lucyqdesigns.co.uk County Wedding Magazines has teamed up with Lucy Quartermaine to give readers the chance to win a three-piece set of Royal Pearl pieces worth £237. For your chance to win enter via our website, www.yournortheast.wedding 10
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