Your Yorkshire Wedding - September/October 2020 (Issue 44)

RURAL RETREAT In addition to the already incredible offering at Spicer Manor, the venue is delighted to announce that the neighbouring Coach House is nearly complete. This versatile setting combines the modern-farmhouse style of the main house with the space for up to 160 guests to celebrate with the breathtaking Yorkshire countryside as a backdrop. The Coach House will boast excellent facilities such as underfloor heating, rustic wooden panelling and stunning lighting. Spicer Manor is just next door to provide a peaceful haven with its two hot tubs, state-of-the-art facilities and cinema room. It also sleeps up to 34 guests. Visit www.spicermanor.co.uk ALL ABOUT YOU Celebrant Lisa Bourne is on a mission to show couples that they can write their own vows and promises that really reflect them. “It seems like hard work, but it can be easy,” Lisa says. “I’ve created an e-course called 6 Easy Steps To Write Your Own Vows. You get six emails straight into your inbox with all the information you need, including examples from real couples. Sign up to this excellent resource at https://lisabourne.wixsite.com/lisabourneceremonies/shop Lisa is also developing a vow-writing game with Cards or Die and is looking for game testers. “The aim of the game is to help couples write meaningful vows while having fun with their partner,” she explains. “You’ll find questions and forfeits, serious and frivolous questions and it’s totally inclusive. If you fancy giving it a go for free, all we ask is for feedback before we go into production.” Email Lisa for more information on lisa. bourne@humanistceremonies.org.uk LET THEM EAT CAKE! After three years working under the name Mrs B’s Cakery, owner Liz Balaban has renamed her wedding cake business to Elizabeth Balaban Cake Design. With a new name comes beautiful new branding, which better reflects the stylish tastes of its customers and Liz’s love of modern design. “I love working with couples who want a cake that will create the wow factor,” Liz says. “I specialise in contemporary showstoppers for stylish Yorkshire couples, with an emphasis on luxury, sumptuous flavour, a flawless finish and truly personal service.” With 2021 set to be a bumper year for weddings, make sure you check out Liz’s incredible work on her website and get in touch https://elizabethbalabancakedesign.com TO DINE FOR Homegrown Hospitality has launched its fabulous new Grazing Crates – ideal for catering for small wedding celebrations or pared-back hen dos. Packed with delicious food, everything is homemade in hearty quantities and served in a reusable crate with eco-friendly plates, cutlery and napkins. It can just be popped on a table or picnic blanket and you’re good to go. “The most exciting thing about these crates is that they’re so adaptable,” says owner Alice. “You can order in multiples and different variations and there’s delivery available up to 30 miles from our base at Thorp Arch – you won’t have to lift a finger.” Choose between the Ploughman’s Crate, Afternoon Tea Crate or the Antipasti Crate, and there’s even a Children’s Box, so there’s something for everyone. For more details and to order, head to www.homegrownhospitality.co.uk www.hom egrownhospitality.co.uk www.dyn amicpictures.co.uk EDITOR LOVES… With the demand for smaller wedding celebrations at all-time high this year, Amanda Earl Cake Design is now offering a one-tier eight-inch cake – just the right size an intimate wedding. Visit www.amandaearlcakes.com www.you rchoicephotography.com THE PERFECT GIFT Yorkshire-based Pretty Little Treat Co. (www.prettylittletreats.co.uk) ha ve done it again with these gorgeous personalised gift boxes. Brimming with gorgeous natural beauty products in vintage-inspired packaging, they’re the perfect way to propose to your bridesmaids! 10