Editor’s choice Buckinghamshire-based bridal hair stylist Shannon Cooper recently styled her new sister-inlaw Lucy’s locks at her brother’s wedding. “It was my first visit to the wedding venue Kings Chapel in Amersham,” Shannon tells us. “We had already trialled Lucy’s chosen hairstyle at my salon in Aylesbury, and she didn’t waver from her vision on the day: a glamorous ponytail with a Hollywood wave. With her incredibly thick, gorgeous hair, the look turned out beautifully full and elegant. The final touch was securing Lucy’s pearl-detailed veil, completing her timeless bridal style.” shannoncooperbridalartistry.co.uk The Braywood offers a seasonal menu Since opening at the end of last year on the historic Royal Oak site in Paley Street, The Braywood by WSH Restaurants has quickly become a popular modern British dining destination in Maidenhead - a hidden gem where exceptional food meets holistic hospitality. Blending refined country-luxe interiors with a warm, retreatlike atmosphere, The Braywood serves a seasonal, locally sourced menu from head chef Sam Brennan (formerly of The Woodspeen, Newbury). It offers an accessible countryside escape with the elegant dining room, stylish cocktail bar, and relaxed outdoor terrace embodying its approachable yet sophisticated ethos. Within weeks of opening, The Braywood earned a Michelin Guide listing, praised for its bold modern British dishes and striking contemporary design by Chris Bagot Architects, which combines natural light, sleek glass extensions, and sustainable features. Chef Brennan’s menu is ingredient-led, showcasing dishes such as Orkney scallops, treacle fillet of beef, and Atlantic cod with barbecued leek, alongside desserts like raspberry soufflé and buttermilk with blood orange gingerbread. The bar offers signature cocktails, including Fig on the Rocks and Tea Thyme, alongside mocktails and an international wine selection. Rooted in WSH Restaurants’ tradition of revitalising historic sites, The Braywood blends heritage with modern excellence. With free parking, EV charging, family-friendly facilities, and a polished front-ofhouse team led by award-winning GM Thomas Gammella, it’s a welcoming destination for any occasion. thebraywood.co.uk NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from around the regions tomhampsonphotography.com LATEST NEWS 7
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