Your Somerset, Glos & Wilts Wedding - April/May 2025 (Issue 106)

WINNING WAYS Cake designer Holly Miller is super-excited and extremely proud to announce that she has taken home the trophy for National Cake Designer of the Year at The Wedding Industry Awards for the second consecutive year. She was awarded the accolade at a glitzy ceremony at the Underglobe in London, proudly retaining her cakey crown. In the 14 years the awards have been running, only two other cake designers have ever achieved this accolade. Cake Design by Holly Miller is a luxe cake maker based in Somerset, where high-end designs and distinctive flavour combinations happily collide. “Your wedding cake experience is a journey,” Holly says, “exploring your personalities and embracing your individuality, discovering everything that defines you; where each tier tells a story, acting as an alchemy of the love you share for one another.” Find out more at www.cakedesignbyhollymiller.com HOME FROM HOME Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds, The Painswick offers bespoke wedding packages and a dream venue for couples seeking an intimate wedding experience. With its stunning Georgian architecture, breathtaking valley views, and exclusive home-from-home feel, the venue is ideal for smaller, more personal celebrations, allowing you to make the space your own. Prices start from £18,000 for a 24-hour midweek wedding or £35,000 for a 48-hour weekend wedding for up to 60 guests in the day and 80 in the evening. Cost includes food, drink, venue hire fee, 17 bedrooms and the Cottage, which sleeps six. However, The Painswick is currently offering a great deal exclusively for dates October to March 2025/2026 with up to 20 per cent off room rates, up to 50 per cent off venue hire, and special offers with its local suppliers. So, don’t delay, find out more by visiting https://thepainswick.co.uk. Plus, head over to our website news pages for a Q&A with The Painswick’s events manager, Chelsea Tunstall. https://davidjenkinsphotography.com SNAP THIS UP “Wedding bookings are at an all-time high, and 2026 is already shaping up to be an incredibly busy year,” says Booth Nineteen’s Craig Cheber. “Many couples are securing their dates early to avoid disappointment and take advantage of the best suppliers.” So, the team at Booth Nineteen are encouraging early bookings by offering £200 off all 2026 wedding packages. This is a fantastic opportunity to lock in your date and ensure your guests experience the magic of a beautifully designed vintage photo booth. Simply quote YBSW26 when booking to claim this exclusive offer. If you’re tying the knot in 2025 fear not, as Booth Nineteen also has a generous offer for this year’s couples. Turn to our Freebies & Offers page to find out more! Also check out https://booth19.co.uk Special offer 10 LIVE LIKE THE ARISTOCRACY The 22nd Earl of Suffolk and 15th Earl of Berkshire, who inherited his titles in 2022, recently announced that his childhood residence is now available for private hire. Nestled in the historical Charlton Park Estate in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, Andover House is a Grade II listed property that has been lovingly restored, offering guests a refined yet inviting retreat. This grand country home, set against a backdrop of sweeping parkland, blends heritage charm with modern comforts. Listed as Summerbourne House and available to rent through Big House Experience, this is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the grandeur of a truly historical home. Starting from £5,500 for three nights, ten bedrooms sleeping up to 20 guests await. To find out more and book, head over to https://bighouseexperience.com/large-houses-to-rent/ summerbourne-house Big House Experience Image courtesy of The Wedding Industry Awards

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