THE OLD DEANERY NOW TAKING WEDDING BOOKINGS The new owners of Ripon’s iconic The Old Deanery have announced they’re now taking bookings for weddings in 2022 and beyond, providing a lifeline for engaged couples following the pandemic. Recently acquired by Rebecca Hill and Chris Layton, The Old Deanery is a stunning Jacobean mansion opposite the breath-taking Ripon Cathedral. After a short period of closure, The Old Deanery will soon be reopening under its new management as a wedding and events venue with guests invited to celebrate in its stunning surroundings. Set within beautiful grounds, the venue features a romantic reception room, several public spaces and 10 charming bedrooms, which have been lovingly renovated since its purchase. Formerly operating as an award-winning hotel and wedding venue, The Old Deanery was forced to close its doors earlier this year after months of lockdown. Chris and Rebecca took over the property in August 2021, initially hoping to bring the hotel back to its former glory before re-opening primarily as a wedding and events venue by spring 2022. Running ahead of schedule, the hoteliers, who also own Galtres Lodge and Forest restaurant in York, have announced they’re now taking bookings from January 2022 onwards. Starting afresh and with vast availability, The Old Deanery is a perfect choice for couples that have had to cancel their weddings because of Covid-19 yet want to avoid long waiting lists with other venues to reschedule. Whether wanting to exchange vows at Ripon Cathedral or hold a civil ceremony on-site, The Old Deanery hopes to help create the perfect day to tie the knot. To make the day as stress-free as possible, the owners − alongside manager David Macdonald and renowned Yorkshire chef Stephanie Moon − have designed an exclusive wedding package that can be adapted to suit each couple. Including private use of the property, a red-carpet entrance and welcome drinks and nibbles upon arrival, the personalised wedding package is undoubtedly a lavish affair. Additional offerings include a three-course wedding breakfast followed by tea or coffee, half a bottle of wine per person and a private bar until midnight, amongst other special touches. Weddings at The Old Deanery will start from £100 per person based on a minimum of 60 guests. The venue offers a maximum capacity of 80 guests for the wedding breakfasts and 150 evening guests. Bedrooms and breakfast are available at an additional price. Discussing their plans for 2022, Rebecca Hill said, “Overall, we want The Old Deanery to be a jewel in Ripon’s crown and ‘the place’ to celebrate important life events, such as birthdays, Christenings and weddings.” “Focusing on the latter, we’re delighted to announce that we’re now accepting wedding bookings from January 2022 onwards. Given that we are opening as a new venue, we currently have fantastic availability, too, which we are sure will be music to many people’s ears. We can’t wait to welcome couples and to show them the changes we have made to ensure their wedding will be a special, unique, and unforgettable day.” Rebecca concluded. For more information, please visit https://theolddeanery.co.uk Grantley Hall launches Après at The Orchard Grantley Hall is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new winter drinking and dining destination, Après at The Orchard, the ultimate magical alpine retreat to escape the cold and indulge in luxurious winter cocktails, boozy hot chocolates and delicious seasonal dishes. The arrival of Après at The Orchard is set to make a splash on the local dining scene this winter, with sumptuous alpine-inspired dishes and glamorous interiors oozing chalet chic. The opening of Après at The Orchard was marked with a glamorous launch party on Saturday 6th November, which brought a celebration of togetherness through a dazzling Moët & Chandon collaboration. Après at The Orchard is set underneath a beautiful sailcloth marquee − adorned with festive decorations, cosy blankets and alpine touches − located on the West Terrace with sweeping views of the beautifully manicured West Lawn towards the River Skell. The Orchard will be open from 6th November, 2021 until the end of March, 2022. To book please contact the team on 01765 620 070 or email hello@grantleyhall.co.uk Fresh ideas for Hotel Rendezvous The company now running Skipton’s largest hotel, Hotel Rendezvous, has appointed a new manager in a significant step towards achieving a four-star a rating. The 96-bedroom hotel is undergoing major changes following the retirement of popular Skipton business couple Malcolm and Karen Weaving. It has been taken over by global management company First & Foremost, which has now appointed Kim Jackson as Resident Manager. Kim brings a wealth of experience having worked in hospitality and event management across the world, including spells in South Africa, France and London. Kim said, “I’ve worked around the world, and extensively in the UK and London. I chose to take up this role on the doorstep of the Yorkshire Dales because of how friendly the people are, how great Yorkshire food is and the scenery in this area.” Kim believes her experience will stand her in good stead for the role at the Rendezvous, which is currently undergoing an extensive programme of refurbishment of public areas and bedrooms. Her remit is also to improve the restaurant to appeal to the local dining clientele and offer themed dining events on the purpose-built narrowboat The Graceful Swan. She added, “I think the main thing I can bring to the Rendezvous are some fresh ideas for the quiet months, introducing concepts that have proven successful elsewhere in my career. We’re keen to attract locals to our restaurant, Skipton Bar and Grill, as well as becoming the place to go for celebrations such as birthdays, weddings and anniversaries. With First & Foremost at the helm, coupled with my experience, I think we can bring a new energy to the hotel, inspiring local people and partnering with other businesses as we develop the Rendezvous into a more luxurious leisure destination.” For further information, visit https://rendezvous-skipton.co.uk https://stephengarnettphotography.com 10
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