New venue alert! The Bower is a new wedding and events venue set to open at the beginning of 2027 in the heart of the Cotswolds. The newest addition to Hyll, it will sit overlooking the hotel’s 60acre estate with panoramic views. The building has been inspired by a sense of ceremony and celebration connecting to the landscape – both visually and emotionally. It draws on ecclesiastical influences but is reverent rather than religious. Stone arches, timber joints and doorways that frame the day are designed to let light move through the space, with sunlight pouring in on bright days and rain dappling the windows while the fire burns on colder ones. Hyll takes a bespoke approach to events; with the hotel and team of trusted collaborators available to help curate every detail. Discover more at hyllhotel.com Wedfest A new wedding event is heading to the South West, and it’s promising to bring a fresh, creative and festival-inspired twist to wedding planning. Brought to you by the team behind The Big Southwest Wedding Fair, Wedchella is designed to move away from traditional wedding fairs, instead offering an immersive experience where inspiration, entertainment and expert advice all come together in one vibrant setting. Blending the atmosphere of a summer festival with the practicality of planning a wedding, Wedchella will give engaged couples the chance to explore styled inspiration areas, watch live catwalk shows and take part in interactive workshops and talks from leading wedding professionals. So, if you’re looking for fresh ideas, creative suppliers and a fun, relaxed planning experience, pop Wedchella in your diary for 26th April 2026, 11am – 4pm at West Woodlands, Frome. Find out more at wedchella.co.uk RITUALS OPENS ITS DOORS IN SALISBURY Rituals has recently begun to welcome shoppers to its new store in Old George Mall, Salisbury. The space offers an immersive and holistic experience of Rituals’ range of luxurious bath, body and home products, all thoughtfully designed to inspire moments of mindfulness and self-care in everyday life. Each product is inspired by an ancient tradition allowing you to find happiness in the smallest of things. What’s more, as part of Rituals’ commitment to continuously improving its social and environmental impact, the brand is on a journey to 90 per cent natural origin formulas and packaging that’s either refillable, recyclable or made of recycled material. Begin your wedding wellness journey at Unit 33-37 Old George Mall, Salisbury. NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the region freyasteelephotography.com LOCAL NEWS 7
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