Your North West Wedding- April/May 2020 (Issue 61)

TO DINE FOR Bill’s Restaurant & Bar has been awarded Best Designed Restaurant of the Year at the Casual Dining Awards 2020 for their Spinningfields, Manchester, branch. The restaurant boasts cosy booths, sociable sharing tables, a bespoke bar area and delicious food. Louise Neilson, the estates and risk director, said: “We’re delighted to win at the Casual Dining Awards and the recognition that the design team at Focus Design and the team at Bill’s have been honoured with. The décor at Spinningfields has elevated the space and created a beautiful dining experience for guests.” To find out more, visit bills-website.co.uk WELCOME TO THE CLUB Hotel Brooklyn in the heart of Cottonopolis, Manchester, has opened its doors. The 189-room hotel pays homage to Brooklyn’s history from the early 20 th century to the present day. In addition, the venue features 18 accessible bedrooms, designed by Motionspot, one of the UK’s leading accessible design companies. Hotel Brooklyn’s bar and restaurant, named Runyon’s after Damon Runyon, presents a diverse menu showcasing European and American influences. On the top floor is the Salvation Bar which can be used for private events and offers panoramic views of the city. Paul Bayliss, the general manager, said: “I’m delighted to be leading the team at Hotel Brooklyn, as we look to make an immediate impact across Manchester and the North West. I’ve kept a close eye on the success of Hotel Gotham in recent years, and have a deep affinity for the city, so I’m excited by the challenge of making a similarly positive impact here.” Visit hotelbrooklyn.co.uk for more. JUST ONE SLICE Kendal-based Ginger Bakers is now supplying Liberty London (libertylondon.com) with its award-winning Damson Brandy Fruit Cake for the first time. Made using local-sourced ingredients the company offers 35 different products perfect for gifts or wedding favours. Lisa Smith, the owner and founder, said: “It’s a good British cake with a strong regional story. It’s one of our original products and has won a Great Taste Award. Quality is key for us. It’s very tempting to try and compete in different markets as there are always opportunities around but we’ve always stuck to our core values of quality, sustainability, care and creativity. We have stayed true to ourselves, stayed true to what we do and I’m very proud of that.” For more information, visit gingerbakers.co.uk A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME The Science and Industry Museum, situated in the heart of Manchester, is home to one of the oldest surviving passenger railway stations and the world’s first inter-city railway warehouse. As of April 2020, the museum is making this historically significant space available for weddings. The top floor of this stand-alone Grade I listed building has been repurposed to allow its spacious rooms to be used as flexible spaces for wedding ceremonies and receptions, while also ensuring its original features and charm have been protected throughout. Chris Hanley, the group event manager, said: “ We’re delighted to offer the 1830 warehouse as an atmospheric and charming option for wedding celebrations. The railway station was life-changing for Manchester and we’re proud to be able to open the top-floor of this incredible space for couples looking to celebrate their marriage. ” Check out hirethescienceandindustrymuseum.com for more. Alex Macleod Films YOUR ESSENTIALS 9