SHARING IS CARING Including those special people on your big day is such a gift to both of you. After all, making memories and sharing quality time is priceless, that’s why Serendipity Care is here to help with its event companionship service. Giving a sense of purpose for those in need and requiring support to attend a special day, the service gives your loved one one-to-one exclusive support empowering them to be as independent as they can be as well as giving the person who usually supports them the gift of time and a period of respite to participate and be totally present so they may both enjoy the day. Inclusivity and a sense of belonging is vital for people to feel valued and improve their wellbeing, so let Serendipity Care take the strain of providing seamless guest support to those who need it. Various packages and bespoke services are available to ensure both you and your loved one have an amazing experience. Find out more at www.serendipitycare.co.uk A TIERED TWIST ON TRADITION With many couples now looking for alternatives to the traditional wedding cake, The Milner York has introduced its own elegant solution: the Afternoon Tea Wedding Cake. Filled with favourites from the hotel’s afternoon tea menu, the bespoke Afternoon Tea Wedding Cake can be built with up to seven tiers to include sweet treats such as The Golden One with chocolate caramel and hazelnuts, and The Strawberry Dream cheesecake with a whipped white chocolate ganache. Making this even more different, a savoury selection of goodies can also be added, including Wensleydale cheese and caramelised onion tartlets plus classic cut sandwiches, alongside classic fruit scones with preserves to suit all palates. Designed to be both a stunning centrepiece and a practical choice for couples to cater for their guests, the new creation delivers a wow moment of deliciously stacked treats, with the option to decorate with flowers from your own palette. The Afternoon Tea Wedding Cake is priced from £349.50 and is available as an add-on to all wedding packages at The Milner York. Find out more at www.themilneryork.com HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Titanic Spa, the UK’s first eco-spa and trailblazer in sustainable luxury is celebrating its 20th anniversary and marked the occasion with a week of festivities in March 2025. Nestled in the heart of Yorkshire, the Spa has spent two decades redefining wellness by combining world-class spa experiences with an unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, all while delivering personalised service. Not only known for its eco efforts, Titanic Spa has also been at the heart of many guests’ memorable moments over the years. Since opening its doors in 2005, Titanic Spa has welcomed more than half a million guests, offering an oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation. Housed in a beautifully restored textile mill, this award-winning spa boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including its renowned Heat and Ice Experience, a salt-regulated swimming pool, and a variety of holistic treatments using natural and ethically sourced products. For the team, this anniversary marks not just a celebration of the past, but an exciting vision for the future. Check out www.titanicspa.com www.mandgweddingphotography.co.uk www.fairsonphotography.co.uk A PICTURE PAINTS A THOUSAND WORDS The Picture Gallery at Temple Newsam hosted its very first wedding this April, showcasing the stately home’s most spectacular room in romantic style. Hosting up to 150 guests, the Picture Gallery offers a truly dramatic setting for a ceremony and wedding breakfast. This is home to some of Leeds Museums and Galleries’ beautiful collections of decorative arts, portraits and furniture. The room would originally have been used for grand dinner parties and has seen many changes during its long history. Now it’s set out once more as it would have been in the 1700s. Surrounded by highly decorated Rococo style design, the space is a photographer’s dream with plenty of natural light and stunning architectural features. Booking the Picture Gallery includes full house closure for the duration of the hire, providing exclusivity for the two of you and your guests. Head over to https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk to learn more. www.bencummingphotography.co.uk LOCAL NEWS 9
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