location

Palm Trees, check. Lavender, check. Cascading red geraniums off wrought iron balconies, check. Spectacular fountains with fire balls on water, check. The sound of crickets, check. Is this a faraway exotic location? No, this is the recently opened Le Petit Chateau in Otterburn, quite simply the newest, coolest, and most original hotel and wedding venue in the UK.

The multi-million pound transformation of a derelict hotel into Le Petit Chateau, a French country manor, surrounded by a breath taking, palm tree filled, Mediterranean garden is the brainchild of North East entrepreneur Duncan Fisher and his award-winning leisure company, which own many popular North East venues including Newton Hall, As You Like It, and The Joiners Arms.

Whether you’re throwing an unusual themed soiree or a traditional hen, a destination event or an arts and crafts hen party, there are numerous components to party throwing that are common throughout – regardless of the theme. Examples of these common components include: the location, guest list, itinerary and budget of the hen party. Therefore there are some essential organisational steps relating to these components that need to be addressed. 

Are you adventurous, into your technology, and like to do things a little differently?

If you’re thinking of proposing to your other half this year then why not ask DronesDirect.co.uk, the UK’s largest online drones e-tailer, to lend a helping hand?

Individuals can now woo their partner with an alternative wedding proposal that features high-tech drone delivery. The Wedding Proposal Package, allows an engagement ring to be delivered on cue to a prearranged location and includes use of a second drone to capture footage of the momentous occasion and the great reactions.

Are you looking to get married in a location that can be made to look and feel just how you want it to?

Barns are perfect as they are often a blank canvas, giving you the scope to have your wedding styled exactly how you always imagined, however their size alone can be daunting.  Lindsey Hunter of Get Knotted gives us her recipe for transforming a barn from blank and chilly to warm and romantic.

When it comes to planning an wedding abroad, we’re all searching for a venue that reflects our taste and requirements, whilst providing a beautiful backdrop to your special day. 

Hiring a private villa is an ideal way to suit your needs when choosing a venue abroad. Not only do many have stunning landscapes and gardens, but you are also free to choose a location with space to accommodate the bride and groom as well as a selection of special guests, enabling you all to enjoy this magical time in an intimate setting. 

Whether you’re aiming for rustic charm or opulent luxury, if you’re searching for an elegant venue with space to sleep a few guests, then look no further than this selection from luxury villas specialist CV Villas. 

Newlyweds looking for a touch of class will find a honeymoon hideaway heaven at Falcon Manor, a country house-style, boutique hotel in the glorious Yorkshire Dales.

Said hotel marketing manager Heidi Kettle: “UK honeymoons are really popular for 2016 as couples welcome the high standards and beautiful landscapes our country has to offer. There are also so many outdoor activities to be found in the British Isles which appeal to couples looking to make the most of their first holiday as Mr and Mrs.

“And the Yorkshire Dales offers all the splendour of areas like its honeypot neighbour, the Lake District, without the crowds.”