NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the county PITTER PLATTER Fiona Weston, founder of The Cotswold Platter Company, has become famous for her incredible talent for creating jaw-dropping, mouthwatering grazing platters and tables since launching four years ago. Her clients today include A-list celebrities and royalty, plus she’s often asked to cater for events of all sizes and occasions. Fiona recently launched her newest collection, Bespoke Edible Art, at the Cotswold Contemporary Art Gallery in Cirencester to press and VIP guests. Displayed on podiums throughout the gallery, sitting comfortably among works by Picasso and Lowry, were six platters, created by Fiona for the event to illustrate the seemingly endless breadth and possibility of her food art commissions. One guest remarked: “It’s a dramatic and impressive new way of entertaining.” While another commented, “This is the future.” Fiona says, “We eat with our eyes first, so food artistry is an integral part of the dining experience. We are stylists as much as we are caterers and are just as passionate about the aesthetics of your graze as we are the taste. A great dog lover, Fiona raffled off each of the designer plates in aid of Cotswolds-based Starfish Dog Rescue charity and raised £265. Find out more at www.thecotswoldplatterco.com THE TRANQUILLITY OF NATURE Beautifully positioned at the foot of Cleeve Hill, located within 90-acres of glorious grounds, just moments away from the famous Cheltenham Racecourse and nearby to many of England’s most picturesque villages, Ellenborough Park is one of The Cotswolds’ finest estates. The 15th century manor house has been lovingly restored to its original glory, combining history, elegance and nature with contemporary comforts, state-of-theart facilities and world-class service. The in-house spa invites guests to unwind and relax in comfort and tranquillity. As well as offering a variety of relaxing and restorative treatments, the spa at Ellenborough Park has six treatment rooms, a heated outdoor swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym, thermal suites and relaxing karma room. Adding to these facilities, Ellenborough Park has unveiled a new Spa Garden. An exclusive retreat, the Spa Garden features a hot tub encased in a glass pergola and slatted roof ensuring that’s perfect for all seasons, a Scandinavian designed sauna cabin, relaxation area, modern sun loungers and a variety of locally made garden furniture. Inviting guests to indulge in style, the Spa Garden has a rare Taittinger yacht box – one of only five in the world – filled with delicious Champagne, and other cold beverages to fully enjoy an exclusive spa experience. Adding to the retreat, the Spa Garden will soon include a state-of-the-art ice bath, inviting guests to challenge themselves to a cold water plunge in order to enjoy the many proven benefits such as improved mood, increased energy and better circulation. Surrounded by beautiful plants and trees, the landscaping of the Garden has been designed to be as sustainable as possible, influenced from visits to the renowned Chelsea Flower Show, using composite recycled plastic, materials manufactured from solar energy and including pre-existing trees and flora such as vibrant dahlias, honeysuckles and geraniums. Find out more at https://ellenboroughpark.com Cotswolds Tourism ByEmmaJane 9 LOCAL NEWS WHERE FOR ART THOU? If you’re looking to add some art to your gift list to spruce up your together home, we suggest having a look at Bristol Museums online shop. Bristol Museums is thrilled to provide an innovative way for art lovers to enhance their living spaces with beautiful, museum inspired artwork. With an extensive collection of prints available, from classic paintings to contemporary works, the online shop brings the world of art into your home, offering prints that allow you to curate your own personal gallery. Whether you’re drawn to Japanese prints, stunning portraits, or pieces that capture the spirit of Bristol’s rich culture, this service allows you to choose from an array of exclusive images. From vivid fine art prints to more minimalist selections, there’s something for every taste and décor style. What’s more, shopping with Bristol Museums helps to support access to arts and culture for all, with every pound earned going straight back into running the museums. Last year, they were able to welcome 750,000 with free entry thanks to this income. Check out https://shop.bristolmuseums.org.uk
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