CONGRATULATIONS! Chelsea Buckley, a sales and events manager who works at The Royal Toby, was named ‘Wedding Co-ordinator of the Year’ at County Brides’ North West Wedding Awards. Chelsea has overseen almost 300 weddings since she started in The Royal Toby’s sales and events department, including a Halloweenthemed wedding featuring a grim reaper. Chelsea tells us: “I love building relationships with the couples that get married at The Royal Toby. It’s so fulfilling to see them have a happy and memorable day. I’m thrilled to have been recognised for my work. Every wedding is different and each one is special. Some weddings have taken several years to plan, but we’ve also organised one in under three months. We’ve had couples as young as 19 getting married at The Royal Toby through to people in their 70s. We’ve had a bridal party of 28 walk down the aisle in front of the bride. There have been dogs as ring bearers and celebrities as guests. We’ve seen it all.” Visit www.theroyaltobyhotel.co.uk for more information. SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND David M Robinson, with a showroom based in the heart of Altrincham, promises to redefine the luxury jewellery experience. The recently renovated, state-of-theart showroom has been increased by 640 sq ft to allow for an in-store workshop. The master goldsmiths showcase rare and traditional skills of hand forging engagement and wedding rings, alongside the latest techniques in micro-stone setting, allowing couples to witness the intricate process of jewellery making, adding an educational and immersive element to their visit. At the heart of the showroom is the new design room, where David M Robinson’s expert jewellery designers are on hand to guide couples through a creative journey, from the initial idea to the creation of luxurious finished pieces. John Robinson, the managing director at David M Robinson, says: “We have created a best-in-class retail space in Altrincham. We have put our workshop, designers and goldsmiths right on the shop floor, allowing our clients to engage in every step of the bespoke journey. From listening to wearing and enjoying to consultation, design and making, the jewellery journey is now under one roof. Our clients tell us time and time again that they love to see the pieces being made. They enjoy the transparency of the process and the honesty of endeavour. Watching skilled goldsmiths work is part of a truly authentic luxury proposition. We look forward to welcoming our clients from all over the UK into a simply beautiful luxury space.” Find out more at www.davidmrobinson.co.uk RING-A-DING-DING Hancocks Jewellers in Manchester, a renowned retailer of exquisite jewellery, has launched two new wedding ring collections. Based on customer requests and feedback from many same-sex couples, Hancocks has launched a ‘His and His’ and ‘Her and Hers’ collection of matching rings. Designed to celebrate the unique bond between two people, the collections feature rings that complement each other perfectly while maintaining distinct styles. Crafted with attention to detail and using the finest materials, these rings are a testament to Hancocks’ commitment to quality, craftsmanship and the union of two people in love. Roy Lunt, the managing director of Hancocks Jewellers, tells us: “We are excited to introduce our new wedding ring collections. These new collections offer all couples the opportunity to express their individuality while celebrating their love and commitment.” Check out the website www.hancocksjewellers.co.uk for more information. NEW VENUE ALERT The Red Pump Inn at Bashall Eaves in Clitheroe is best known as a B&B with a well-stocked bar, delicious food and French-inspired bedrooms. Steeped in history dating back to 1756, the owners Jonathan and Fran built their daughter Ciara a yurt for her wedding in 2021. The couple were delighted and guests told them to keep it up because their ‘your wedding, your way’ philosophy was just what the area needed. Having a background in construction and having already built the Red Pump Inn’s glamping yurts and shepherd’s huts, Jonathan built the bespoke wedding yurt and has since hosted a handful of weddings. Jonathan tells us: “We only hold weddings between May and September and want to limit to one wedding a week, so couples get a truly bespoke service; we don’t want them to feel as though they’re on a wedding conveyor belt and rushed. Couples get exclusive venue hire, including all our accommodation and they don’t have to use our catering. Brides and grooms have chosen everything from a three-course meal to a variety of street food trucks. They can bring in whichever planner, décor and photographer they wish to; all we ask is they use our bar licence and service and of course our accommodation for friends and family.” Discover more at www.theredpumpinn.co.uk 10
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