All the latest from around the North West A FABULOUS OFFER Lancashire Manor Hotel is a charming ivy-covered property with parts that date back to the 16th century. The original stone manor house is at the heart of the hotel and contains the lounge area and above, in the original farmhouse bedrooms, is the honeymoon suite. The glass fronted reception connects the lounge to the traditional Great Hall and contemporary Lathom suite. Guests can enjoy the garden, with colours that change throughout the seasons, and the patio which has a giant chess set. The Great Hall is one of the most beautiful traditional halls in the North West, complete with a galleried balcony, great acoustics, crystal chandeliers and a golden bar. The outdoor patio offers a brilliant platform for those arrival drinks and photos. For 2023, the hotel is offering its Starlight Package. Costing £3,500, it includes the civil ceremony room hire from 4pm, floral arrangements for the ceremony table and centrepieces, chair covers, a glass of fizz after the ceremony, blossom trees, a barbecue or buffet, a DJ and overnight accommodation in one of the bridal suites. Couples will also have use of the Great Hall for the evening reception. Available on remaining Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays before 30th November 2023, the package is designed for 80 guests, but more can be added if needed at an additional charge. Check out www.lancashiremanorhotel.com for more information. A MAGICAL PERFORMANCE Wedding planning can seem endless, and as the day gets closer, many couples will be thinking about their entertainment. MagicALEXcellencE (the magic of Alex D Fisher) offers close-up and cabaret magic and has recently launched a new Wedding Hosting Service. “Those of you looking for a wedding reception that people will recall for months to come will naturally be anxious about scheduling,” says Alex. “As your wedding host/MC, I will not only make all the announcements and introductions at the key stages of your day, but I will also bring a special blend of award-winning comedy magic to your reception. I will create a relaxed vibe that will bring your guests together and give everyone plenty of laughs as well as mind-blowing gasps. I combine my magic and MC duties to ensure a truly memorable and smooth-running day, which will allow you to relax and enjoy yourselves.” Visit www.alexdfisher.co.uk for more information. NEWS Nearlywed AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHY Glimmering Sparkle Weddings has been voted ‘Best Photographer in the North West’ by Hitched for the second year running. The duo have also received a LUXlife Magazine Global Wedding Award for ‘Best Contemporary Photography Team’ – congratulations! “We think being a team is the single most significant difference between us and other photographers as both of us provide the coverage at any wedding,” says owners Kat and Greg. “We work each image individually to get the most out of each capture and although it does take a bit longer to process the footage, which is reduced down to the best 300-700 images depending on the wedding, the result is a set of images that couples will enjoy coming back to. Each wedding is different and with this in mind, we’ve looked at all the options our couples can choose from and moulded them into an instant service, which we believe to be the first of its kind offered anywhere in the UK by photographers. Much like when choosing car insurance, couples can choose what they want and submit it via our website to receive an email with their quotation. The best part is that they’re able to do it using their smart devices, in their own time, in the comfort of their own home and without having to talk to a rep.” Visit www.glimmeringsparkle.co.uk for more information. www.glimmeringsparkle.co.uk LOCAL NEWS 9
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