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November/December 2024 |
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Hello amazing readers, and welcome to the newest issue of Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding! It’s that enchanting time of year again, and I can hardly contain my excitement. Christmas is truly wonderful for so many reasons. The air is filled with a magical spirit, and the city transforms into a dazzling wonderland adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations. As we gather with loved ones, the warmth of togetherness envelops us, creating cherished memories that last a lifetime. It’s a time for reflection, gratitude and celebration, where we can pause our busy lives to appreciate the beauty around us. In this issue, we’ll explore the latest trends in winter weddings, from cosy venues that embrace the season’s charm to stunning décor ideas to capture the essence of Christmas.
No need to worry if your event falls in a different season; we have many ideas for weddings all year round. Take a deep breath, and let your creativity soar! Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, and we’re here to help every step of the way. With a wealth of ideas at your fingertips, we can ensure that your special day is not only memorable but also a breathtaking success, regardless of the season you choose to celebrate. Whether it’s a spring wedding adorned with vibrant blooms and soft pastels, a summer celebration under a canopy of twinkling lights, a cosy autumn gathering or a winter wonderland, we have something for everyone. So, grab a cup of hot chocolate, snuggle up by the fire, and dive into the pages filled with inspiration.
Here’s to love, laughter and a truly magical Christmas season!
Editor, Olivia x |
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| Going Local |
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The Sherborne
The Sherborne is a heritage landmark situated in the thriving Dorset town of Sherborne. It has been reborn as a leading destination for arts, events, and the community.
Home to the nationally significant Thornhill Mural, this Grade I-listed Georgian house reopened in spring 2024 after extensive restoration by heritage architects and craftspeople, led by Stefan Pitman of SPASE design, after more than 30 years of unsuccessful revival attempts. Visitors can now enjoy beautiful sculpture gardens, various exhibitions, versatile art-filled spaces for events and Macready’s restaurant and bar championing a locally sourced menu.
The Sherborne has been reborn thanks to Michael Cannon’s extraordinary generosity and drive. His vision for the Sherborne was realised in the spring of 2024 and continues to be built upon.
Sherborne has a rich and colourful history, from its origins as a residence built to impress the young wife of the octogenarian landowner to being the country retreat of a renowned Shakespearean actor who held literary events with guests such as Charles Dickens. In the 20th century, it housed a girls’ school and then went on to become a home for a prestigious art programme. Positioned on the edge of the beautiful town of Sherborne, this stunning building had long offered huge potential for rebirth since it closed its doors.
The building, which encompasses a Georgian house, Tudor wing, and coach house, has been reimagined and restored to its former glory, blending historic interiors with the finest contemporary hospitality spaces. It’s home to an exquisite Baroque mural by Sir James Thornhill, the renowned artist behind the dome at St Paul’s Cathedral and the Painted Hall at the Old Naval College, Greenwich. The mural was recently meticulously restored to its former glory by Elsa Guerreiro, Director & Head Curator at International Fine Art Conservation Studios, who worked on the initial restoration in 2012, as well as its most recent one 20 years later. This beautiful mural is now freely accessible to visitors.
Dorset Visual Arts is the resident art organisation for The Sherborne, and it is developing a world-class program that includes exhibitions, residencies, and opportunities for Dorset’s artistic community.
Visit: www.thesherborne.uk
Check out more local venues on page 15 of the current issue available now: www.yourhampshiredorset.wedding/free-download |
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| You better watch out, 'Fir Baby!' is coming to town! |
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This cosy season, La Bougie is bringing some magic across the Irish Sea with Fir Baby! A decadent winter candle that will whisk you back to forgotten memories of Christmases past – when trees were real, the hands that decorated them were fragrant with the resin from the branches, and brandy-plumped currants waited patiently to be stirred into the pudding. As the cold and frosty air lingers outside, lounge by an inviting wood-burning fire, enjoying notes of fir resin, musk, and currants coming together to add the finishing touch to your festivities. Fir Baby! is not just a candle; it is a festive and sensory experience that brings the classic components of the season together in one mysterious and sexy fragrance, so different yet so familiar that you can't quite put your finger on it... in a limited-edition burgundy jar!
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| Via Velluto by Fabbrica Della Musa is a honeymoon hit |
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If you're looking for a new luxury scent for your honeymoon, my perfume pick this issue is the fruity and fun Via Velluto by Fabbrica Della Musa (£195, 100ml). Mouth-wateringly fresh, this sophisticated scent blends notes from the Mediterranean and Asia and is the perfect fragrance for a warm destination trip. Created by renowned perfumer Hamid Merati-Kashani, it opens with a mix of raspberry notes underpinned by a sensual balsamic woody incense throughout. The heart is floral with jasmine and peony, and finishes with leather, sandalwood and caramel, which together form a scent that lifts the spirits and makes you feel on top of the world.
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| Ibiza rocks |
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Editor Claire Ridley jetted to Aguas de Ibiza Grand Luxe Hotel in the picturesque coastal town of Santa Eulalia that's home to a yacht marina
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
12 Jan 2025 - W.E.P. Wedding Fayre at Doubletrees By Hilton, Southampton
Bracken Place, Southampton, SO16 3NG
www.eventbrite.co.uk
12 Jan 2025 - Highfield Park Wedding Fair
Highfield Park Wedding Fair, Church Lane, Heckfield, Hook, RG27 0LG
www.berkshireweddingfairs.co.uk
12 Jan 2025 - Froyle Park Wedding Show
Ryebridge Lane, Upper Froyle, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 4JY
www.countyweddingevents.com
19 Jan 2025 - Hampshire Wedding EXPO
2000 Lakeside, North Harbour, Western Road, Portsmouth, PO6 3EN
www.pmnweddingfayres.co.uk
19 Jan 2025 - Tylney Hall Wedding Show
Rotherwick, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9AZ
www.countyweddingevents.com
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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| View the latest issue of Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding is now available for free – simply follow this link to download the latest issue. For even more inspiration, you can also check out our previous issues.
Interested in areas outside of Hampshire & Dorset? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning! |
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