Your West Midlands Wedding - February/March 2024 (Issue 90)

CONGRATULATIONS The Business Awards UK has announced the winners and finalists of the 2023 Wedding Services Awards. These awards recognise the exceptional talent and dedication of professionals in the wedding industry, celebrating those who have demonstrated excellence in their services and contributed significantly to making wedding experiences memorable. The 2023 Wedding Services Awards honour these distinguished companies and individuals who have set high standards in the wedding industry, showcasing exceptional creativity, professionalism and passion. These awards not only recognise their outstanding achievements but also celebrate their role in creating dream weddings and unforgettable moments for couples. Food Champs (www.foodchamps2020.co.uk) is a finalist in the ‘Outstanding Wedding Caterer’ category and 2 Wedding Photographers (www.2weddingphotographers.co.uk) has been nominated in the ‘Excellence in Wedding Photography’ and ‘Wedding Videographer of the Year’ categories – congratulations! For more information about the Wedding Services Awards, email info@business-awards.uk AWARD-WINNING LUXURY Voted as the UK’s number one venue by Hitched, Brinsop Manor House and Barn is a historic wedding venue nestled in the heart of Herefordshire in the West Midlands. This stunning property has 86 five-star reviews from happy couples and encompasses over 800 acres of ancient woodland, a newly built event barn and a 12th-century moated manor house. Here, couples and their guests can enjoy beautiful event spaces, attentive services and delightful accommodation to complete any special day. Weddings and special events manager Daisy Bishop says: “We really do emphasise how important it is to have ‘your wedding, your way’ and with so many different options here at Brinsop Manor House and Barn, it makes it easy for everyone to have the best day ever!” Check out www.brinsopcourt.com for more information. SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND Poppy Elder Fine Jewellery has announced her debut collection. This marks Poppy’s first foray into her own line, reflecting over 15 years of her expertise in the UK jewellery industry. This collection comprises of pieces, each thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted in England, featuring unusually cut natural diamonds and distinctive parti-sapphires, set in pieces crafted from platinum and 18ct gold. Standout pieces in the collection include the oval step-cut diamond engagement ring, accompanied by its matching half-moon-shaped diamond wedding band. This set epitomises modern elegance, offering contemporary brides a distinctive yet timeless bridal ensemble. The collection redefines classic luxury, appealing to those who seek subtle, distinctive designs. Poppy tells us: “I’ve always been drawn to the unusual, but I also have a classic sense of style. Fine jewellery, in my eyes, shouldn’t be about chasing the latest trends. It’s about creating something timeless that’ll still be loved and enjoyed just as much in 50 years as it is now.” Discover more at www.poppyelder.com RUSTIC ROMANCE Nestled near Hereford, Bredenbury Court Barns is a rural wedding venue ideal for couples who wish to marry in the heart of the English countryside. The property has been named as one of the 10 most popular wedding venues in the UK by Hitched. This West Midlands gem is surrounded by endless acres of scenic beauty and features on-site accommodation and picturesque lawns, while the rustic barn resides within the grounds of a historic manor house. This venue has earned 47 five-star reviews from real couples who tied the knot at this impressive property. Simon Steel from Bredenbury Court Barns says: “We are absolutely delighted that Bredenbury Court Barns is one of the top 10 most popular wedding venues! It is a testament to our wonderful couples, their guests, lovely reviews and our amazing wedding team behind it all.” Head over to www.bredenburycourt.co.uk for more information. Getty Images LOCAL NEWS 9

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