CASTLE FINE ART OPENS IN MARLOW September 2023 saw the opening of Castle Fine Art’s new gallery in Market Square, Marlow. The specially curated collection of both original and limited-edition artworks has been selected for the creative town. Managing director Ian Weatherby-Blythe said: “We have been looking for a gallery space in Marlow for some time, as we know that it’s a location where residents have a particular passion for fine art. We have finally found the perfect location for the new gallery and are looking forward to becoming part of the community.” Ian continues, “Castle Fine Art is committed to making art accessible to all whilst uniting our collectors, with exciting modern artists. We pride ourselves on both the quality and service we provide to our clients and new collectors.” The Marlow gallery displays works by Bob Dylan and Billy Connolly; artists only available at Castle Fine Art. The second edition of Johnny Depp’s Friends and Heroes collection, exclusive to Castle Fine Art, will also be available. Marlow gallery manager Leonie Katsarona said: “My team and I are hugely excited about the new gallery, and connecting with a town whose residents are obviously very knowledgeable about art. We look forward to welcoming everyone and to getting to know them and their tastes.” Castle Fine Art Marlow is located at 6 Market Square, Marlow, Bucks, SL7 1DA and they offer a Wedding Gift Guide so that wedding guests can purchase gift vouchers towards a piece of art starting from £25, www.castlefineart.com/uk/galleries/marlow All the latest from around the regions NEWS Nearlywed INDEPENDENT BERKSHIRE-BASED BREWERY MAKES £10,000 CHARITY DONATION Reading-based Siren Craft Brew has donated £10,000 to Make A Wish Foundation, Launchpad Reading and Lymphoma Action UK - a mix of causes chosen by the Siren team after achieving its Lumina Hour goals. The brewery, known for its adventurous and creative beers, set out to get its Lumina Session IPA pouring in 1,000 venues across the country and at the same time, aimed to trend on X. This campaign celebrated the third anniversary of Lumina, a beer launched in lockdown 2020. It has fast become Siren’s best-selling beer, popular for its juicy hop flavours and aromas of tropical fruits. The beer is gluten-free, further adding to its universal appeal. Darron Anley, founder of Siren Craft Brew said: “It’s a real challenge as a small business right now, whether that’s getting into pubs where the big brewers have tied up all the access and restricted choice for consumers, or online where we see the big social media platforms unwilling to show our followers organic posts. #LuminaHour is an example of what can be achieved when the amazing beer community comes together, raising an incredible amount of money in the process.” Deborah Laing, director of fundraising and communications for Lymphoma Action said: “Everyone at Lymphoma Action is so grateful to Siren Craft Brew for their generous contribution. Thanks to wonderful supporters like the Siren team, our charity can continue providing vital information and services to people affected by lymphoma, the fifth most common cancer in the UK.” Senior fundraising manager at Launchpad Reading, Fiona Keyte, said: “This is an incredibly generous thing for Siren to do and we’re thrilled that they chose Launchpad as one the charities to benefit. In the past year, we’ve helped 1,400 people across Reading who were homeless or at risk of losing their home and demand across our services has gone up by 30% - so support from passionate local businesses like this helps us to continue doing what we do as the cost-of-living crisis continues to affect everyone.” Katrina Shaw, partnerships lead at Make-A-Wish UK said: “We’re grateful to Siren for their help to give critically ill children a chance to have their wishes come true. Every child deserves a childhood and the power of a wish can bring light and joy to children and their families and help create magical memories that last a lifetime.” To shop, visit www.sirencraftbrew.com HIRE HEAVEN MOVES TO A HUB Taniece Simmons, the owner of Hire Heaven has revealed that the Buckinghamshire-based wedding and event florist and venue styling company is moving to a new local hub! Hire items include chair covers, vases, vintage-inspired candle displays plus backdrops, arches and wedding post boxes. To find out more, visit www.hireheaven.co.uk 8
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