Your Yorkshire Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 40)

All the latest from around the region Nearlywed NEWS JEWEL OF THE AISLE We’re swooning over the incredible new collection by renowned Leeds jewellery designer Andrew Geoghegan. After the launch of the Let’s Go… Amethyst piece, the next item to fall for is the Let’s Go… Diamond. This fine ring has exquisitely set shoulder diamonds leading the eye to this most beguiling of shapes. “There are times in my career when I become totally fascinated with certain design elements,” Andrew explains, when asked about his inspiration. “The kite cut is my most recent muse; for some reason I am very drawn to it. Perhaps the fact it’s so dynamic and I like the challenge is proposes for me.” We can understand the obsession, and with couples looking for more and more unusual shapes for engagement rings, we know that this will be highly sought-after. See more at andrewgeoghegan.com THE PERFECT SETTING You may remember we featured the most beautiful styled shoot last issue at Falcon Manor in Settle, North Yorkshire. The wedding venue is part of a portfolio owned by James’ Places, and the company has launched a fabulous new website to showcase the range of inspiring settings it operates in the North of England. “We have five stunning venues, but we didn’t have a singular website to showcase them,” group marketing manager Heidi Kettle tells us. “The site is designed to make it easy for couples to book multiple show-arounds, check availability and order a brochure.” The website is also a hub of valuable big-day information, guides, tips and inspiration. Check out dreamvenues.co.uk natashacadman.com A rural idyll The Great Barn at Bolton Abbey has won a coveted Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors national award for Best Commercial Property, with judges describing it as “arguably one of the finest wedding barn properties in the country”. The £2million project to restore the 500-year-old barn was overseen by Universal Projects and was delivered in just 24 weeks. Using skilled local craftspeople, couples visiting today will see that the venue has retained its integrity and authenticity. “This was an incredible project and it has a special place in our hearts,” Universal Projects managing director Robert Skinner says. “We focused on traditional outcomes with modern techniques. We also had to bear in mind that the building was erected in 1519 with no foundations. One wrong move and it could have collapsed at any time!” This gorgeous venue can host up to 200 day guests and 300 for evening receptions. To find out more about tying the knot here, visit crippsandco.com/the-tithe-barn YOUR ESSENTIALS 9