THAT SMELLS DELICIOUS! Nothing stirs the senses quite like the smell of freshly baked pastries – and now, Simon James Home is inviting fragrance lovers to savour those cosy moments every day with their beloved Bakery-Inspired Candle Collection. Designed to evoke the warm, delicious aromas of your favourite bakery, this luxurious range features five irresistible scents: Le Croissant – Buttery, flaky pastry layers wrapped in golden warmth. Pain au Chocolat – A sweet, rich blend of melted chocolate and baked pastry. Maple & Pecan Danish – Toasted pecans and sticky maple syrup in a deliciously comforting aroma. Gingerbread – A classic blend of festive spices, brown sugar, and soft baked ginger. Orange Biscotti – Bright, zesty orange with the comforting sweetness of almond biscuits. As people continue to crave comfort and connection at home, “edible” scents, in particular warm ones, and nostalgic bakery notes are surging in popularity. These fragrances tap into feelings of home, happiness, and heartfelt memories, offering a powerful mood boost. Whether it’s the rich scent of chocolate or the comforting warmth of fresh pastries, bakery-inspired candles provide a sensory escape that feels both luxurious and reassuring. Each candle is priced at £22 and be purchased at https://simonjameshome.co.uk OXWICH BAY HOTEL HOSTS WEDDING OPEN DAY Occupying a serene location along the Gower Peninsula in Wales, Oxwich Bay Hotel combines outstanding natural beauty, historic charm and world-class hospitality to provide couples with an unparalleled coastal setting for weddings. From golden-hour vows to a reception beneath the stars, the hotel offers a selection of event spaces to suit all visions; such as the 17th-century Chestnut Room, with exposed stone walls and a fireplace carved from the trunk of a 300-year-old Chestnut tree, and the purpose-built wedding Marquee, surrounded by unspoilt woodlands with uninterrupted views across one of the UK’s most celebrated beaches. There’s range of packages to suit all budgets and preferences; from memorable evening nuptials to weekend-long, or hoteltakeover celebrations. Packages start from £5,000 for twilight weddings, with just a few slots left in the 2025 wedding calendar, and bookings now being taken for 2026 and 2027. To show off its fantastic wedding facilities, Oxwich Bay Hotel hosts regular open days and events throughout the year which you can keep an eye out for at oxwichbayhotel.co.uk/events A SONG TO REMEMBER HIM BY Richard Burton was a Welsh actor and a household name during his peak popularity in the 1960s. To honour his centenary birthday this year, Jenny Bray will be performing a tribute song Mr. J (Jenkins) in Swansea, Port Talbot and other venues in South Wales. Jenny Bray is a singer, songwriter, and pianist and has many connections to the actor. Jenny even played on Richard Burton’s home piano as a young girl, which later inspired her to explore a career in music. Jenny has also written an original poem, being published in Poems for Rich and will be performing her tribute song at the book launch at the Dylan Thomas Theatre, Swansea on August 1st and again in Port Talbot Taibach Rugby Club on 10th November – Richard Burton’s birthday. If you would like to attend the book signing of ‘Poems for Rich’, then it is free to enter, and all book profits will be donated to charity. Please check out Jenny’s website for more information on her style of music and a taste of her work! If you want to dive straight in, then find one of her three albums on Spotify titled: Jenny Bray, Me and One Hare One Owl. There is a contact form on her website, should you like to enquire about booking Jenny for special events. Visit jennybray.co.uk NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on news in your area 6
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