Your South Wales Wedding - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 69)

Sparkle and shine Cardiff Diamonds is a new jewellery company in Cardiff. The business is part of the established Maxx.Wales group, a family-owned firm that delivers a range of professional services and products across South Wales. Cardiff Diamonds specialises in wedding bands and diamonds, designed in Wales at affordable prices. For more information, visit cardiffdiamonds.co.uk A PLACE TO REST YOUR HEAD Llechwen Hall Hotel recently expanded and now boasts a new two-storey wing with 24 additional high-end bedrooms, bringing the total number of rooms to 44. The designer bedrooms feature air-conditioning, Juliette balconies, memory foam beds, spacious bathrooms, hand-crafted Welsh fabrics and unlimited Wi-Fi. As part of the expansion, a spa, treatment rooms and a gym will be open to guests from early 2020. The original building and its 20 bedrooms will undergo further refurbishment, while the period lounge bar will receive a contemporary makeover. Check out llechwen.co.uk for more. All the latest from around the region Nearlywed NEWS The Royal Mint, based in Pontyclun, recently announced its first jewellery collection in partnership with award-winning British designer Sarah Jordan. The Sprig Collection is based on the iconic oak and acorn motif that was featured on the original 1936 silver Sixpence. The range includes stunning stud and drop earrings, bracelets, necklaces and brooches, perfect for a bride on her big day or as memorable and long-lasting gifts for her bridesmaids. Visit royalmint.com for more. PARTY TIME Music HQ, an award-winning live music provider, recently opened an office in Bristol. The Llanelli-based company has six full-time employees and has provided acts for more than 1,000 events in the past year. Martin Goddard, director of the company, said: “We’ve experienced a successful year in South Wales by working tirelessly to build a network of affiliates. As a result, we’ve received great support from local wedding venues and businesses who understand and promote what we do. Recently, we’ve noticed a huge increase in enquiries from areas in the South West, and we feel our decision to open a new office in Bristol will help us to keep up with the new demand and increase our presence in the area.” To find out more, visit musichq.co.uk Crowning glory clixxphotography.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 13