Your Sussex Wedding - Page number 10 - October/November 2021 (Issue 93)

COSY UP IN THE COUNTRY Southend Barns in Chichester, West Sussex has just launched a new accommodation offer with its quirky Shepherd’s Hut. Set in the alpacas’ grazing field with its own festoon-lit private pathway and rustic garden, the Mama Lou Shepherd’s Hut has a gorgeously luxurious feel for guests to relax. Why not enjoy the picturesque views of the landscaped gardens and countryside as you sit on the patio enjoying a glass of local Tinwood sparkling wine? On the other hand, if a hot drink is more your style, you can indulge in a perfectly made latte from the Nespresso machine with homemade shortbread and truffles. Mama Lou has all the facilities you need for a relaxing break, including a king size bed, soft robes and towels, power shower and sumptuous Cowshed products. The heated hut comes complete with an iPad and Netflix, which you can enjoy as you nestle in front of the wood burner. In the fridge, there'll be a bottle of chilled prosecco, fresh juice and milk for morning coffee. The team at Roots Catering will also deliver a breakfast bag full of homemade treats. To find out more visit www.southendbarns.co.uk A GREENER FUTURE All too aware of the impact of global climate change, Southdowns Manor has been making changes in recent years to ensure it's part of the solution, rather than contributing to the problem, and is now taking the next step towards sustainability. For every wedding booked with the venue going forward, it pledges to plant a tree with the National Trust. So with every big day it hosts one tree will be given back to our Earth, helping to build a greener future. Find out more about the process at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/ plant-a-tree and to request a wedding brochure from Southdowns Manor head over to www.southdownsmanor.co.uk/request-a-brochure A NEW LOOK With weddings on hold throughout most of 2020 the team at entertainment provider, Toast, made the best use of their time and energy to rebrand and relaunch the company’s website. Director Nathan Evans says, “The logo, colour palette and web build were all deeply considered and had meaning embedded into every inch.” The say every picture tells a story and this is certainly the case for Toast’s new logo. In fact, the shape of the A tells us a lot about the business’ ethos. Nathan explains, “When a client contacts us, we guide them through the whole process from start to finish, finding the right performer for their event. The path that takes us on from start to finish represents the journey we make with our couples. The extended middle lines in the A gives it an extra sense of movement, just as if it’s dancing – a link to the celebration aspect of what we do. The triangle represents the three key pillars of our company values: excellence, reliability and honesty. Finally, the overall logotype celebrates the three main areas of the business: weddings, parties and corporate events, and the three lines throughout signify the knowledge and expertise we bring through into all of these areas. They also reflect the collaboration between Toast, our clients and our performers.” Indeed, it’s this kind of detailed and creative approach that allows the team to provide amazing experiences for their clients. What’s more, the exciting entertainment roster has been revamped, find out more at www.toastlive.co.uk www.rub y-roux.com MAKING THE DREAM WORK The team at Q Hair and Beauty, Chichester, had cause to celebrate when the winners of the Salon Business Awards ‘21 were announced recently, having scooped the title of Salon Team in the face of strong competition. Salon Business publishing editor Joanne Charlton says, “Yet again Q Hair and Beauty has demonstrated that coming together as a team amplifies the talents and success of individual members, to enrich the lives of staff and clients alike. From organising team events, to supporting each other through what has been a very difficult 19 months, the Q team has smashed it and fully deserves this accolade.” Check out https://qhairandbeauty.co.uk 10