6 NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the county DATE NIGHTS IN CHELTENHAM One of the shiniest jewels in the Cotswolds crown, spa town Cheltenham offers impressive Regency architecture and tree-lined promenades at every turn as well as a vibrant food scene. Chef David Everitt-Matthias has been firmly on the chef scene for 38 years and his restaurant, Le Champignon Sauvage (www.lechampignonsauvage. co.uk), was recently noted by The Telegraph as one of 15 best value Michelin star restaurants. The restaurant’s seasonally driven and locally sourced menu is priced from £42 for two courses and £50 for three courses for the set lunch and dinner (excluding Saturday evenings). Menu highlights include seared mackerel, apple and celeriac remoulade, ponzu dressing followed by sea bream, buttered monks beard, buttermilk and horseradish dashi. So, that’s your next date night in Cheltenham sorted! NEW PARTNERSHIP Bristol Beacon is turning up the volume on love with a new wedding offering, featuring an exclusive collaboration with celebrated Bristol jeweller Diana Porter. Diana Porter’s Park Street studio, now proudly employee-owned, carries on her legacy of ethical sourcing and storytelling through jewellery. Known for meaningful modern pieces, often incorporating family heirlooms and sentimental stones, the jeweller’s process gives couples the chance to co-create rings that reflect their unique journey. This partnership offers the next five couples who book their wedding at Bristol Beacon an exclusive 25 per cent discount from Diana Porter’s jewellery collection as well as bespoke pieces. The first couple will also receive a personal engraving of their choice, such as a special name or date on the jewellery item. Alongside Diana Porter, Bristol florist Les Fleurs is also joining as a Bristol Beacon wedding partner and offering the same five couples a personalised flower consultation and a 10 per cent discount on their wedding flowers. Bristol Beacon offers an extraordinary setting for couples seeking a wedding experience beyond the ordinary. Combining historical architecture with contemporary design, the venue offers an inspiring setting for music enthusiasts and creatives alike allowing couples to say “I do” in a venue made for celebration and artistry. With inhouse catering and a technical team experienced in delivering large-scale live events, the venue is well-equipped to create bespoke celebrations. For more information visit https://bristolbeacon.org/venue-hire/weddings, https://www.dianaporter.co.uk and https://www.lesfleursbristol.co.uk © Diana Starchikova ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY! Being appointed chief hen planner (or sten if you’re doing a hen and stag combo) is no easy task. You’ve got to come up with something that’ll be fun for a big group, often with a mix of ages and personalities, and that doesn’t break the bank. Flight Club in Bristol and Cheltenham are activity bars presenting the perfect option for a pre-wedding party to remember. Think on-point cocktails, a buzzing atmosphere, beautiful backdrops for gorgeous photos, and super-fun games. Flight Club has all the ingredients needed for an epic hen party. The fairgound-inspired bar looks spectacular with lights blinking in time to the music and its carousel horse. To get everyone involved, it offers Social Darts – a revamped version of the classic game. It’s ideal for groups and each oche (play space) accommodates up to 12 people. You even connect multiple oches for larger groups. Plus, there’s a resident DJ for guaranteed party vibes and an impressive selection of cocktails on the menu. Check out https://flightclubdarts.com/location-bristol or https://flightclubdarts.com/location-cheltenham
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