Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - July/August 2025 (Issue 111)

WARBROOK HOUSE WINS WEDDING AWARD Warbrook House Hotel is proud to have received a Highly Commended award in a Country Wedding Venue category, recognising excellence among rural wedding destinations. Set within 121 acres of landscaped gardens, the venue combines elegant Georgian architecture with exceptional attention to detail. Judges praised the team for consistently delivering seamless, memorable wedding experiences tailored to each couple. This accolade is a testament to the team’s hard work, passion and dedication to making every celebration truly magical. The hotel is a quintessentially English wedding venue nestled in 121 acres of Grade II listed gardens, with its very own Versailles-style canal and Waterloo bridge, just picture perfect. Learn more: countrywidehotels.co.uk NEW SMOKEHOUSE RESTAURANT Film director Guy Ritchie and his team proudly introduce Lore of the Sky, a smokehouse restaurant opening this May at Compton Abbas Airfield in Dorset. Inspired by its London sister pub, Lore of the Land, this countryside venture offers a Texan-style barbecue menu set against the backdrop of Cranborne Chase AONB. Led by Head Chef Alex Brown, the restaurant features dishes like oak-smoked pork belly, loaded Smokehouse nachos, and jackfruit burgers – all prepared on the UK’s first imported J&R Oyler Smoker from Texas. With panoramic views, vintage aircraft and the option to book flying experiences, this venue is a one-of-a-kind pre-wedding treat. Reserve your table: loreofthesky.com CELEBRATING SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS Charlotte Cornelius Jewellery Design has been named Sustainable Business of the Year at a prestigious gala held at The Portsmouth Guildhall. Known for bespoke pieces made with integrity, the Southseabased team was recognised for its long-standing commitment to ethical practices and sustainability. Founder Charlotte Cornelius says, “We hope this inspires other small businesses, like us with just eight employees, to be changemakers in their industries and communities.” With more than 25 years in the business and an art school heritage, Charlotte has built an award-winning team of designers and goldsmiths dedicated to creating meaningful, handcrafted jewellery. Discover the talented team: charlottecornelius.co.uk 10

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