Your North West Wedding- June/July 2020 (Issue 62)

All the latest from around the North West NEWS Nearlywed NEW VENUE ALERT! Edgar Wood Victoria Park is a new wedding venue in Manchester standing in more than an acre of manicured gardens. This Grade I listed building was designed by and named after world-renowned architect Edgar Woo, and is widely regarded as one of the most architecturally significant buildings in Europe. Located just 10 minutes from St Peter’s Square, the stunning Art Nouveau architecture is perfect for weddings. Check out the website www.edgarwoodvictoriapark.co.uk for more information. PETS AT WEDDINGS Thea’s Lakeland Walks based in Penrith, Cumbria, was a finalist at the 2019 Business of the Year Awards hosted by Penrith Chamber of Trade and Commerce. The team reached the final stage, and although they didn’t win the coveted prize, they were the only pet care company to reach that level. The company provides quality pet care in Cumbria and the surrounding area and specialises in wedding and event assistance. To find out more, visit the website www.theaslakelandwalks.co.uk DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY The Funtime Frankies, a band based in Manchester, is entering its 15 th year of business. Since its inception, the team have provided high energy entertainment for countless weddings and parties. This led to them winning Best National Band at The Wedding Industry Awards two years running and the band’s founders, Yew and Jon, have gone on to become judges in that category. The company offers a wide range of entertainment options, including a five, nine or four-piece line-up, a saxophonist and a DJ. To celebrate their success, the team have launched a new three-piece line-up that can be booked for a variety of events. For more information, visit www.funtimefrankies.co.uk www.mikeplunkettphotography.com 8