Floral fun Horsham-based Bud & Flower has recently announced its workshop itinerary for 2026. Each one offers a great pre-wedding activity to get involved with for you and your loved ones. First up on Sunday 7th June is the Love Peonies Hand Tied Workshop. Big blousy and stunning, take advantage of this magnificent short seasonal bloom and enjoy a few hours of flower fun. Lasting around two hours, you’ll be greeted with light refreshments and have a demonstration of the spiraling technique that’s used in florist shops. Your expert will also take you through how to condition your flowers as well as basic colour theory. Afterwards, you’ll be invited to choose your fabulous peonies together with other seasonal blooms to make up your hand tied bouquet. The workshop can accommodate up to 11 guests and costs £70 per person. Also, check out the Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop on 12th July, the Dahlia Centrepiece Workshop on 20th September, Autumn Wreath Workshop on 4th October, or the Eco Friendly Christmas Wreath Workshop on several dates in November and December. More workshops are being added all the time, so find out more at budandflowerworkshops.co.uk May stays at January prices Why not treat yourselves to a little pre-wedding getaway in Eastbourne, with Hydro Hotel’s latest offer? It’s a great excuse to scope it out as a potential venue for your big day complete with panoramic sea views! The Spring Breaks special offer is available on May stays at Winter Breaks prices. Benefit from this preferential rate, free cancellation and nothing to pay until the time of your stay. Enjoy tea and cake on arrival, dinner each night with wine, and a full traditional breakfast each morning. You also have the option to upgrade your room at time of booking. Now only £396 for two nights, instead of £440. Find out more at hydrohotel.com NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the county IN HARMONY WITH NATURE The Woodcote in West Sussex has secured planning approval from the South Downs National Park Authority to restore and transform the site of its historic pub into a contemporary country lodge and dining destination of exceptional quality. The redevelopment incorporates a relaxed village bistro alongside a flagship fine dining restaurant, creating a layered dining offering that balances accessibility with culinary ambition. There’ll also be 16 generously proportioned guest suites offering panoramic views of the Downs. What’s more, the approved scheme delivers biodiversity improvements, including woodland planting, meadow creation, orchard establishment and restored hedgerows, all designed to enhance and celebrate the natural character of the South Downs National Park. Find out more at thewoodcote.com unsplash.com@ellienelie www.chelseabux.com 6
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