Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Oct/Nov 2019 (Issue 73)

All the latest from around the regions NEWS evokepictures.com THE ART OF ROMANCE Looking for a venue that’s different to the norm? Check out Bristol Museum & Art Gallery – the first venue in Bristol to be able to conduct evening nuptials after recently receiving its license. Couples can say, “I do” in the grandeur of the Winterstoke and Wills Halls or experience the intimate setting of the art galleries. Guests are then encouraged to explore the museum after hours before celebrating with a night of dining and dancing. Home to Bristol’s collection of world art, as well as natural and historical pieces, loved ones can muse over the past billion years of earth’s history – not many venues can say that! With a capacity to host ceremonies for 200 people, wedding breakfasts for 250 people and informal parties for 400 people, the experienced team and trusted suppliers here are just waiting to create a night to remember. Check out bristolmuseums.org.uk GET CREATIVE A team of three super-talented Somerset makers have joined forces to launch Ink & Bloom Workshops. Illustrator Harriet Popham, Sophie Hatcher of The Foraged Flower Co. and Emily Short of Fig and Fern Bakery will be hosting creative sessions designed to inspire attendees to create beautiful art. Promising to be immersive and relaxing, with a wonderful creation to take home at the end, it’s the perfect alternative hen do idea. Emily tells us, “Each workshop will be held in a stunning location to inspire attendees to connect with nature – a great way to unwind and bond as a group. We have a focus on celebrating the seasons and food. A break for afternoon tea featuring seasonal produce and prosecco gives a celebratory feel.” With activities including lino cutting and printing, flower crown workshops and delicious homemade afternoon teas, we think it’s a great excuse to get together with your besties for some pre-wedding celebrating. For more information on upcoming events or to book a private workshop, visit the website harrietpopham.com oxiphotography.co.uk Yohanna Martensson Photography By your side Based in Bristol and covering all of Somerset, KWH Weddings has more than 10 years’ experience in the events industry and has recently launched a new on-the-day coordination service. It’s aimed at couples who have done all the planning themselves but want some help with the final touches and to have an experienced professional to be there on the day. After spending more than a decade helping couples to create unforgettable moments, founder Karolina Wahlman is the perfect person to turn to if you’re struggling to juggle wed-min with everyday life. Karolina says, “All services are bespoke and include everything from initial support and budgeting to full planning and on-the-day management. We can guide you at any step of the planning journey.” For more information and to book a free consultation, head to kwhweddings.com Nearlywed WITH THIS RING… Have you ever considered making your own wedding rings? It’s now a possibility with the guidance of local expert Julia Thompson. Based in rural Somerset, Julia Thompson Jewellery embraces living in this wild corner of the world by allowing her idyllic surroundings to inspire her bold and unusual ethical jewellery designs. Julia can guide you in making your own rings using Fairtrade gold, recycled silver or even reworked family heirlooms during a one-day course. The outcome will be two beautiful rings, full of love and meaning, which you’ll be proud to wear forever. You’ll also have memories of a fantastic day. To find out more, head to juliathompson.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 9