Your North West Wedding - Feb/Mar 2020 (Issue 60)

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS All the latest from around the North West NEWS EXCITING NEWS Fivefourstudios is a new wedding space in Manchester. This impressive venue is spread over three floors and can accommodate 120 ceremony guests and 240 for the reception. This versatile property is ideal for bespoke weddings, where couples are encouraged to think outside the box and do their day, their way. The ground floor can host the ceremony and/or wedding breakfast, with the adjoining studio and courtyard serving as additional spaces for a drinks reception, games room, photo booth area or a late-night food court. The first floor has a low-lit bar creating an ideal space for welcoming drinks, and the top floor can be used intimate services. To find out more, visit fivefourstudios.com Planned to perfection The Lake District Wedding Fair is returning this February. Following on from last year’s success, the 2020 event will have more than 80 local suppliers and a new eco zone where visitors can discover more about going green on their big day. Street food vendors and live entertainment will also be available as well as catwalk shows, and special seminars with wedding planner Annabel Candler. Annabel says: “This event isn’t just about the ceremony and the reception. We want to showcase the full Lakeland wedding experience, including what to do the day before or after the main event. With its awe-inspiring landscape, many couples travel from across the country to tie the knot in the Lake District, and we hope this event will help inspire many more to consider the wide range of options on offer here.” The event is taking place on Saturday 22 nd and Sunday 23 rd February, 2020 at The Exhibition Hall in Cumbria. Check out lakedistrictweddingfair.co.uk to see more. REST AND RELAXATION Tweedies Bar & Lodge has unveiled a new retreat for March 2020 to celebrate 250 years since the birth of renowned poet William Wordsworth. The three-night break will enable participants to open themselves up to the power of poetry, as well as the positive impact yoga can have on the body. A vegan menu will be on offer throughout the weekend, specially prepared by head chef, James Goodall, who trained under the renowned Raymond Blanc. All bookings include three-nights accommodation, breakfast, brunch, afternoon snacks and activities. To find out more, visit tweediesgrasmere.com The Coppermines Lake Cottages has reinstalled a wheel that was used to provide power to the Victorian sawmill from 1850. The managing director, Phil Johnston, said: “When the opportunity came knocking for us to restore this beautiful feature, we couldn’t say no. There’s no doubt that the decision will be welcomed by everybody, from local historians to guests. My team is already getting on with the work, and I expect it to be fully completed in early 2020.” Set in the heart of the majestic Coppermines Valley, The Coppermines Lake Cottages is a popular wedding venue with a range of accommodation available. Rebecca Forsman, from The Coppermines Lake Cottages, said: “We can guarantee that no two weddings held here are ever the same. The addition of the waterwheel is one which we’re very excited about, and we know our guests will be too!” For more information, visit coppermines.co.uk Nearlywed studio-onephotography.co.uk davidruckerphotography.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 9