Your South Wales Wedding - Page number 86 - November/December 2021 (Issue 82)

NORTH YORKSHIRE Hornington Manor, a North Yorkshire wedding venue, has welcomed eight themed shepherd ‒ perfect for newlyweds looking for a private retreat. Each hut takes inspiration from Yorkshire and beyond, with themes ranging from Arabia to the 1940s they offer complete escapism as well as a luxury king- size Harrison Spinks bed, television, kitchenette, wifi, an en suite with shower and breathtaking views to boot! The Amy Johnson hut is an ode to one of Yorkshire’s finest female pilots, reflecting Johnson’s love of 1930s fashion, flying and adventure. To view the rest of the huts and to book your stay visit www.horningtonmanor.co.uk CUMBRIA Gisland Hall Hotel, Cumbria, is having a five-star renovation enhancing it’s three-star offering. Providing the perfect base for outdoorsy types – in the year of the Great British staycation – explore the area by car, on foot or by bike. It’s close to UNESCO World Heritage sites along Hadrian’s Wall, Carlisle, Gretna, Hexham and Newcastle. The property sits proudly in 140 acres and in Spring 2022, it will offer luxury suites and family rooms with patios ideal for those with pets! There’ll be an array of guest experiences, amenities, event spaces and luxury Spa facilities, making it the ideal retreat for couples, groups of friends and family gatherings. In the meantime, the hotel in its existing incarnation is available for affordable staycations at only £80pp (based on two sharing) for three-course dinner, bed and breakfast. Check out www.gilslandhall.com HONEYMOON News NORTHERN IRELAND Galgorm Resort & Spa, the multi award-winning spa resort in Ballymena, is an ideal minimoon location. At the resort, you will experience complete post-wedding relaxation and luxury with an indulgent choice of dining options in three on-site restaurants. What’s more there’s a gin bar with more than 400 gins, a Thermal Village Spa and Serenity Garden (which is the first of it’s kind in Ireland). From its enviable corner location within the original manor house, couples will be in awe of Suite 1857. It offers unrivalled views of the cascading waters of the River Maine complete with Juliet balcony. With a truly romantic design: a muted palette of brocade wall coverings, antique lighting, French baroque furniture and solid oak floors and roof beams, it’s a sight to behold ‒ a traditional freestanding bath with claw feet and separate shower complete the space. Here are two new offers for a minimooners: a two-night dining retreat from £520 and a two-night spa retreat from £700 for two! Check out www.galgorm.com 86 UK SPECIAL