New wedding venue Bow Grange offers a discount deal Bow Grange, a stunning new DIY wedding venue in Totnes, is running an opening offer of 20% off venue hire for the next 10 couples who secure their date with a deposit before the end of 2025. This offer applies to weddings taking place in 2026 or 2027. Set in the heart of the South Devon countryside, the venue, nestled in 30 acres of farmland, offers a selection of beautifully restored spaces, including the main barn, featuring statement chandeliers, a bar, and a dancefloor, as well as the courtyard with an outdoor bar. There’s also a firepit, ideal for summer celebrations, and a camping field for guests to stay overnight. bowgrange.co.uk Chunk of Devon Strikes Gold (and Platinum) AT THE FOOD DRINK DEVON AWARDS Chunk of Devon is celebrating after collecting an impressive 15 awards at this year’s Food Drink Devon Awards, including eight for its gluten full range and seven for its gluten-free bakes. The standout win of the evening went to the butter chicken pasty, which took home both Platinum and the coveted title of Product of the Year. Six further products from Chunk’s traditional range earned gold and silver awards, while the company’s gluten-free creations were also recognised across both savoury and sweet categories. “We’re thrilled,” said founder Simon Bryon-Edmond. “It’s fantastic to see our gluten-free range receiving the same recognition as our traditional favourites.” Simon adds, “We’ll always love our classics, but it’s exciting to see new flavours take centre stage.” chunkofdevon.co.uk VALLEYSIDE BARN NAMED FINALIST FOR WEDDING VENUE OF THE YEAR AT DEVON TOURISM AWARDS Bickleigh-based Valleyside Barn has been announced as a finalist in the Wedding Venue of the Year category at the Devon Tourism awards. Emma Wright, co-owner, said, “This is the first time we have entered the awards in this category, and we’re so happy to be a finalist. It is a rigorous process - not only do you have to submit a supporting application, but you also have a judge come and visit the venue. To receive another award is testament to our high level of personalised service and the great team we have to deliver magical and memorable weddings.” Matthew Wright, co-owner, said, “To receive two wedding awards in subsequent years across different award bodies is a real achievement and recognises our commitment to delivering relaxed, seamless and highly professional weddings.” valleysidebarn.co.uk NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from the region hannahfrostphotography.co.uk aprilharveyphotography.co.uk LATEST NEWS 7
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