Your South Wales Wedding - Page number 9 - September/October 2021 (Issue 81)

AN ACTION-PACKED ADVENTURE For many couples who have been planning their wedding throughout the pandemic, the idea of a hen or stag do may have felt out of reach. Now restrictions have been lifted, Adventure Parc Snowdonia is celebrating by offering a wide range of activities. Try scaling Snowdonia and absorbing the beautiful North Welsh countryside, high ropes, rock climbing or ninja assault courses. Guests can also try their hand at surfing, paddleboarding or wild swimming in the inland lagoon. When all the action is over, retreat to the hotel’s new Wave Garden Spa for a spot of pampering and relaxation. Look out over the wonderful views and surf lagoon from the outside spa garden and enjoy an invigorating hot wave massage if your muscles are feeling sore after all the action. Visit www.adventureparcsnowdonia.com for more information. SWEET LIKE CHOCOLATE The Wickedly Welsh Chocolate Company is offering a range of gift hampers. The family-run business is owned by Karen and Mark, who are passionate about all things chocolate. The duo is dedicated to helping the environment and only use locally sourced ingredients, compostable or recyclable packaging and sustainably sourced products. The handcrafted gift boxes are filled to the brim with goodies and would make a lovely gift for the happy couple or as a thank you to those who have helped plan your special day. Karen and Mark added: “We’re living the dream here at Wicked HQ working every day with our amazingly talented team mixing, blending and perfecting our distinctive range of high quality contemporary handcrafted chocolates.” For more information, visit www.wickedlywelsh.co.uk DRINK IT ALL IN With 2021 set to be another great year for UK minimoons, Holiday Cottages (www.holidaycottages.co.uk) ha s named Llanerch Vineyard as one of the most romantic places to visit. The vineyard is the largest and oldest in Wales and is set among 20 acres of Glamorgan countryside. The company produces five different varieties of rosé, sparkling and white wines in their Cariad brand and offer tours and tastings. Guests are welcome to wander the beautiful gardens and meet the resident llamas at their leisure. There are plenty of other places to relax and explore and a range of accommodation nearby. Head over to www.glyndwrvineyard.co.uk for more information. JUST FOR YOU Artist and designer Lizzie Spikes draws inspiration for her vivid illustrations from the coast and surrounding countryside of her home in Aberystwyth. Lizzie has created a new mackerel-inspired collection designed to capture the energy of a shoal of shimmering fish swimming in an azure sea. The vibrant image has been applied to a range of practical homewares, including tea towels, oven gloves, aprons and a tide clock – perfect for wedding gifts. Lizzie’s company, Driftwood Designs, have two shops in Aberystwyth and Cardiff full of fun products. Prices range from £12.50 to £30. Check out www.driftwooddesigns.co.uk for more information. YOUR ESSENTIALS 9