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MAKE YOUR WEDDING DAY EXTRA SPECIAL WITH A PEAR-SECCO FROM NORMAN SOUL

Norman Soul brings the Spirit of Normandy to the UK with a collection of delicious organic Calvados, liqueurs and a sparkling pear wine – just in time for summer weddings! Made by craftsmen the traditional way, Normal Soul is a new collection of rare small-batch Calvados, apple and pear liqueurs and a refreshing sparkling pear wine sourced from independent producers in Normandy and now available in selected Essex wedding venues including Downham Hall in Downham, Essex.

A PEAR-SECCO FROM NORMAN SOUL

Founded by Ted Guesnon, who grew up in his native Normandy and now lives in Billericay, Essex, Norman Soul introduces British drink lovers to organic spirits and aperitifs that celebrate tradition, quality and the art of just slowing down!

Beautifully presented in elegant glass bottles with pretty labels, the whole range is very wedding-reception worthy and perfect for formal weddings or relaxed, rustic style wedding parties.

The collection includes an organic Sparkling Pear wine, a light and refreshing alternative to prosecco, making it perfect for summer weddings and alfresco entertaining: Its crisp fruit character also makes it an ideal base for seasonal cocktails, including everyone's favourite Hugo Spritz.

To add a little sophistication to your wedding reception you could try the Norman Soul Calvados delivers warm apple flavours with spicy caramel undertones. Enjoyed neat, over ice or in cocktails, it also pairs beautifully with wedding desserts and sharing charcuterie boards.

The range also features Pommeau, a traditional Normandy apple spirit matured in oak barrels for six months, creating a smooth, honeyed finish. It is delicious served as a dessert drink or topped with champagne when there is something special to celebrate!

Completing the collection is a Pear Liqueur, silky smooth with delicate hints of vanilla, equally enjoyable served neat or as the foundation for an elegant summer wedding reception drink.

Every product in the Norman Soul collection is organic and handcrafted, offering consumers an authentic taste of Normandy while supporting independent French producers. The result is a range that is as much a conversation piece as it is a premium drinks experience.

"I'm very excited to bring this authentic collection to wedding venues this summer: we have already showcased at a number of Essex venues including Cressing Temple and we've also held wine tastings at Cellar's in Billericay. My aim is to supply the top 10 wedding venues in Essex by the end of the year. Norman Soul was created to bring authentic flavours and the relaxed spirit of French hospitality to British tables—celebrating good conversation, long summer evenings and perfect for weddings too!" — Ted Guesnon, Founder of Norman Soul
The Normal Soul collection can be found in selected wedding venues, restaurants and bars and is available to buy direct from £12.95 for the Sparkling Pear.

For more information including how to buy, visit normansoul.co.uk

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Cottesmore Hotel Golf & Country Club

Cottesmore Hotel Golf & Country Club

FAS Perfectly positioned between Brighton and London, Cottesmore Hotel Golf & Country Club offers an idyllic setting for a destination wedding in the heart of the Sussex countryside.

Licensed for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies for up to 150 guests, Cottesmore Hotel Golf & Country Club provides the flexibility to create a wedding that truly reflects your unique vision. The Barn Room offers a beautifully romantic setting, featuring a vaulted ceiling, exposed English oak beams, elegant arched mirrors and striking ring chandeliers—perfect for a refined rustic ceremony. Alternatively, exchange your vows outdoors in our secluded, tree-lined glade, where a charming white wedding arbour creates a truly magical backdrop for your ceremony.

Following your ceremony, The Challis Suite welcomes up to 150 guests for your wedding breakfast, with space for a further 50 evening guests. Light wood flooring, contemporary styling and distinctive antler chandeliers create an elegant and welcoming atmosphere, while floor-to-ceiling windows fill the room with natural light and overlook our beautiful French-style courtyard. A stylish marble-topped bar provides the perfect focal point for celebrating with family and friends.

Begin your wedding day in the comfort of our dedicated getting ready room, a calm and thoughtfully designed space for you and your wedding party to relax and prepare. With abundant natural light, generous mirrors and a spacious layout, it’s the ideal place to enjoy those unforgettable pre-ceremony moments, from hair and makeup to a celebratory toast with your closest friends and family.

For couples wishing to extend the celebrations, Cottesmore offers 26 comfortable hotel rooms and seven self-catering lodges. Guests can also enjoy complimentary access to our health club, complete with swimming pool, sauna and steam room—ensuring a truly relaxing and memorable experience for you and your guests who enjoy a stay in our hotel or lodges.

Our luxury beauty salon is the perfect place to indulge in pre-wedding treatments, helping you look and feel your best before your special day.

The Phoenix Bar & Restaurant is also on site, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, making it easy for you and your guests to relax and enjoy everything the venue has to offer throughout your stay.

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Hardings Bar and Catering Services Ltd

Hardings Bar and Catering Services Ltd

FAS Weddings are a point of transition from the past to the future. They're gone in a moment, but remembered forever. Hardings Bar and Catering make that moment even more special.

As you would expect from a business with our experience and track record, Hardings has catered for Hundreds of weddings over the years, with each one being absolutely unique and just as important to us as they were to the bride, the groom and all their family and guests.

We all need a little help, support and advice at times, and Hardings can assist in almost every facet of the catering planning, menu development and service, helping create the perfect ambience for fine food at your wedding. Our chefs like nothing more than working with clients on developing new mouth-watering menus, whatever the style, from modern cuisine to traditional dishes, they can accommodate the widest possible range of tastes. We can also help develop bespoke menus, service delivery options and even organise special tasting sessions. In short, we can assist in every aspect of the event planning to make the demanding task of event management and organization just a little bit easier by knowing that Hardings are involved and supporting you. We'll also help you select the wines and we've got some great table decoration ideas to make just the right impression.

Whatever the size or style of your event, Hardings can enhance it with exquisite food, creative menus and outstanding service all delivered to our high standards. With over thirty years experience in Event catering, we've catered for some of the most prestigious events in the Southeast, at almost every kind of venue imaginable. Whether entertaining 20 or 2,000 guests, you can be confident that by choosing Hardings, each guest will enjoy an excellent fine food experience and superlative quality of service that will enhance any corporate event or function.

We are a bright, dynamic company, bringing a fresh, vibrant approach to catering and event management. We view every event with all the passion and enthusiasm we feel each client deserves. Take a look at our menus, and we guarantee they'll have your mouth watering. From Canapés to banquets, there's something to please all palates. We specialise in offering a bespoke service, whatever you want, we will do our utmost to ensure you can have it?
Create a truly memorable event with the help of our experienced team.

We specialise in:
* Corporate Hospitality
* Sports Events
* Conference & Banqueting
* Special Occasions
* Venue Hire
* Seminars
* Contract Catering
* Weddings

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