Your Yorkshire Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 45)

All the latest from around the region Nearlywed NEWS A PERSONAL TOUCH With so many couples having to face the wrench of postponing their wedding, it’s wonderful to hear of so many lovely Yorkshire wedding venues who are looking after their couples at this time – like Cherished Memories Wedding Venue in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Sara from the venue explains, “For each one of our couples who have had to postpone their celebration we’ve sent them a personalised card and some luxurious Kacao chocolate, which is made in Yorkshire. We just wanted our brides and grooms to know we’re thinking of them on what would have been their big day. We always give that personal touch.” To find out more about the exclusive-use marquee venue, visit www.cherishedweddingvenue.co.uk NEW VENUE ALERT! Reinvented in 2020 as a country house for hire, The Yorke Arms in Nidderdale has just announced that it has been granted its ceremony licence. Weddings at the venue promise to be an intimate affair, with the bridal party and guests having sole use of the house along with its 17 bedrooms and suites. Surrounded by picturesque Dales countryside, the venue is steeped in history having been a coaching inn for more than 100 years. Weddings here are run by a team of professionals who aim to make the exclusive-use venue work perfectly for each couple. There are no restrictions on timings, food or drink – everything is flexible to create the perfect experience. In addition to its own wedding licence, guests can also get married in the pretty Ramsgill village church, before returning on foot to the venue for their reception. “Receiving the wedding licence is the final piece in the jigsaw in the reinvention of The Yorke Arms,” says hospitality sales manager Laura Shinkfield. “We’re now taking enquiries and looking forward to welcoming our first weddings!” Check out www.theyorkearms.co.uk SOMETHING NEW Bijou Bridal Boutique in Holmfirth is celebrating six successful years in business and has also announced the arrival of an exciting new bridal designer to its collection. “The boutique started at No. 70 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, with just two designers,” owner Kerensa remembers. “In 2018, we moved to our new home at No. 58 and we have now added the fabulous British designer Nicola Anne to our range, which sits beautifully alongside our five other UK labels.” To find out more, visit the website www.bijoubridalboutique.co.uk  www.charlottegalephotography.com DREAMS COME TRUE Whitby has seen the launch of a stunning new wedding venue in 2020, Sneaton Castle. After being home to the Sisters of the Holy Paraclete for more than 100 years, the Morley family, who also own The Stables at Cross Butts venue nearby, fell in love with the building when it came up for sale and saw its potential for a truly enchanting wedding location. The lovingly-restored building is now transformed for exclusive weddings, seamlessly blending period features with everything a modern couple could need, including the fabulous Bridal Dressing Room. We love the Norman-style Chapel – just check out our cover shot to see why – and the space is licensed so you can make your vows in front of this spectacular backdrop. Friends and family can then join the newlyweds for a feast and party to remember in the rustic Barn under original oak beams. The Morley Family have more than 16 years’ experience in hosting weddings, so you’re in safe hands, and being family-run, you know they’ll treat your day like their own. Make sure you head to the website to find out more https://sneatoncastlewhitby.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 9