Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - February/March 2023 (Issue 99)

THE TOP 50 BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN THE UK WERE RECENTLY UNVEILED The Top 50 Boutique Hotels in the UK were recently unveiled. The much-anticipated list is curated and voted by leading industry experts, hoteliers, travel writers and influencers. Chris Lowe, group director of hospitality and manufacturing at William Reed says “We’re delighted to be revealing this fantastic new list. Our number one has jumped up 18 places from last year and the highest new entry is number 5 which is a testament to those teams’ stellar efforts. With staycations continuing to be a focus for Britons, it is encouraging to see such a strong regional presence this year and such a wide range of unique hotel experiences to enjoy.” The Boutique Hotel list follows on from the success of the Top 50 Cocktail Bars, as well as the long-running and ever-popular Top 50 Gastropubs. Now, consumers have a complete and definitive guide to where to eat, drink, and sleep throughout the UK. At number 31 on the list is The Wild Rabbit, a modern British inn located in Kingham, Oxfordshire, perfect for a mini-moon in the region, where guests can enjoy great food, drink and accommodation. Private dining is available in The Chicken Shed, a light and spacious self-contained building, perfect for wedding celebration dinners (https://thewildrabbit.co.uk/private-dining) Cliveden House, located in Berkshire, was number 39 on the list. It’s a five-star luxury hotel, a member of Relais & Châteaux with 47 spacious rooms and suites located in the main house in addition to Spring Cottage which is a summerhouse perched on the banks of the River Thames. The property hosts weddings and within the grounds of the estate is a spa, a boathouse and a range of sporting and leisure facilities. (www.clivedenhouse.co.uk) BEARWOOD LAKES ANNOUNCE LAST-MINUTE OFFERS Member’s only golf course and club Bearwood Lakes located in Wokingham, Berkshire has last-minute wedding availability for celebrations in 2023 and can happily accommodate smaller and mid-week weddings. To find out more and to book, call 01183 048 200 or visit www.bearwoodlakes.co.uk EDITOR’S PICK I love the sparkling selection of diamond engagement rings available from South Oxfordshire-based Lover’s Rock which is an online bespoke diamond ring specialist offering independently certified diamonds and fine jewellery of the highest quality at exceptional prices. To shop, visit www.loversrockdiamonds.co.uk 10

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