NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the county A SCENE-STEALING SETTING There’s super-exciting news from Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, which has announced two incredible new wedding spaces for 2022. Already offering an impressive array of show-stopping locations in which to say “I do” the venue has now introduced The Pergola and The Orangery. The Pergola will be able to accommodate 120 of your loved ones for a seated ceremony. Set among 14 acres of perfectly manicured gardens, it offers a breathtaking backdrop to your vows. The stunning new glass Orangery and terrace, which has been designed as a creative salute to the theatrical entertainment style of the Gatsby era can host 160 for a seated ceremony or wedding breakfast. A truly private area, it’s available for exclusive use only and includes a dancefloor, cloakroom and luxury washrooms. It also features a fully-incorporated kitchen to suit all dining requirements and there’s the option to add a marquee or food station on the adjoining lawn. Find out more at www.aspinallfoundation.org/port-lympne/weddings A RINGING SUCCESS As a bespoke jeweller, Natalie Towell of Ashford-based Navette Jewellery specialises in creating the perfect designs for her clients, incorporating their wishes and ideas, and takes great pleasure in witnessing their joy and excitement as she brings the pieces to life. Continuing this passion for creating individual jewellery and personalised, sentimental pieces recently saw Navette claim the accolade of Wedding Jeweller of the Year in the prestigious Kent Wedding Awards 2021/2022. Winning this award highlighted the care and variety of service Natalie and her team give to their couples, ranging from custom created engagement and wedding rings that hold sentiment and legacy, to the joy of creating their own wedding rings as couples are guided through the process in the Make Your Own Wedding Ring Workshop, bringing their love to the fore. Navette Jewellery Studio continues to focus on its designer wedding range, and in spring 2022 will incorporate necklaces within its growing collection of rings and earrings. To find out more check out www.navettejewellery.co.uk FOREVER FLOWERS Award-winning local wedding florist Emily&Me specialises in creating floral designs for weddings and has decorated most of the major wedding venues across the county. And now to add to its achievements this year will see the launch of its sister company, Timeless Flower Preservation. Originally a service offered exclusively for Emily&Me’s couples, it’s now striking out as a business all on its own. The new venture will preserve flowers in crystal clear resin no matter who the original florist was. The big-day blooms will be handled with love and care by the team of floristry professionals before being handed over to the in-house resin artist. Timeless Flower Preservation makes high quality pieces that are a beautiful way to remember your wedding day and make perfect presents too. Find out more at www.timelessflowerpreservation.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 9
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