NEWS Catch up on the latest from around the county WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! Bolton Castle, one of the country’s best preserved medieval castles and spectacular wedding venue, located near Leyburn in North Yorkshire, has won Best Historical Visitor Attraction at the Northern Enterprise Awards 2023. The venue won thanks to its commitment to offering excellence in visitor service, the provision of a compelling events programme throughout its open season, and its success in securing additional opportunities to build an income by offering the castle as a private event and wedding venue. Jacqui Naylor, GM at the castle says, “We’re aware that we’re a hidden gem in the North Yorkshire countryside and compared to some of Yorkshire’s larger visitor attractions, we need to work hard to ensure our visitor offer meets the challenge of the 21st-century market. Our wedding offer, which builds year after year, now competes with many of Yorkshire’s very best venues. We’re all about people here, whether that’s our own teams, our daily visitors or our wedding couples. I think that focus has led to our success as an SME (small and mediumsized enterprise) and I’m more than delighted to accept the award on behalf of everyone here.” Find out more about tying the knot at Bolton Castle at www.boltoncastle.co.uk Nearlywed © Gareth Buddo ESPECIALLY FOR YOU Award-winning East Yorkshire-based wedding stationer Purely Bespoke Design has launched a free bespoke design service. Whether your stationery dreams feature a fairytale castle or a gothic glamour theme, the team can design something just for you that’s as special and unique as your big day. With impeccable customer service skills and a passion for design, Purely Bespoke works alongside you to make your wedding stationery dreams a reality. From save-the-dates and invitations to place names and signage, the team can match your individual aesthetic across your entire stationery suite and give it the wow factor your big day deserves. Find out more at www.purely-bespoke.co.uk 9 LOCAL NEWS DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Family-owned national diamond, jewellery and watch retailer Beaverbrooks has made a significant investment in the refurbishment of its Leeds store, along with the expansion of its adjoining luxury watch boutique. Following investment of £1.5 million, the retailer recently unveiled its refitted city centre store, located on Commercial Street, in addition to its expanded TAG Heuer boutique, which is now almost double its previous size. This will provide shoppers across Leeds and Yorkshire with access to an impressive selection of TAG Heuer’s most anticipated launches and heritage pieces. This Beaverbrooks store, the retailer’s first to be set across two floors, features a new dedicated diamonds and weddings area on the upper level, in addition to specialist diamond areas. The luxurious space has been especially designed with intimate consultation areas where the team of experts will assist customers with those extra special engagement and wedding ring purchases. The area will play host to a luxurious selection of Beaverbrooks’ diamonds alongside collections from Royal Asscher, Maple Leaf Diamonds and Hearts on Fire. Find out more at www.beaverbrooks.co.uk
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