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In Love Club is proud to announce the opening of its modern contemporary bridal shop in Otley. Offering a unique and personalised approach to finding the perfect dress, choose from iconic British bridal designers Charlie Brear, Bon Bride and Nikeen Asar; all made in the UK using the highest quality fabrics and the coolest designs.

“We’re thrilled to have opened our doors in Otley,” says founder Helen Hargraves. “Our collection of contemporary wedding dresses is carefully curated to cater to every bride’s individual style, and we’re committed to making sure everyone feels confident and beautiful on their big day.” Visit https://inloveclub.co.uk for more info.

READER OFFER! In Love Club are offering free appointments for Your Yorkshire Wedding readers; usually priced at £20. Use YYMG when booking your appointment via https://inloveclub.co.uk.

Looking for the latest bridal jewellery and accessories made in Yorkshire? Say hello to The Bobby Pin’s 2023 bridal range, including angel influences, ethereal pieces and statement earrings. Included in the line-up are two stunning headbands – big in bridal news right now – as well as some new jewellery designs. Your Yorkshire Wedding loves the coordinating hairpin and earring sets, Neve and Nina, ideal for brides wanting to twin with their flowergirl.

“These latest 2023 designs are a fluid continuation of our elegant and modern bridal accessories; beautifully infused with some of the biggest trends in bridal for finishing touches with infinite style,” says owner Lisa Steane. For info visit www.thebobbypin.co.uk.

The joy of your big day can be tinged with grief over losing a loved one prior to your wedding. That’s where Hull’s ForeverAvADesigns can help, specialising in cremation jewellery, as well as offering a flower preservation service.

The business was set up by owner Katie Ally, who sadly lost her daughter, Ava, in December 2018. “I began making items to occupy myself and create something in Ava’s memory,” says Katie. “When you lose someone special, certain occasions in your life, like your wedding day, can be much harder to deal with. With ForeverAvaDesigns you can have your loved ones close to your heart, knowing a part of them is with you on the most special day of your life. All items are created with the utmost care and respect, and made with the highest quality resins, silvers or golds.” Prices start from as little as £95; visit https://foreveravadesigns.co.uk for info.

A historic North East hotel is busy undergoing a £2m upgrade at present after becoming the latest addition to The Apartment Group’s portfolio of wedding venues. Work is underway on the 24-bedroom, Grade II listed Croft Hotel in Croft-on-Tees. Included in the refurbishment is an additional six new bedrooms, the creation of a new enchanting Chapel, an extensive transformation of the function suite and a range of other improvements across the hotel’s restaurant, wellness facilities and gardens.

The expanded venue is expected to be ready to host weddings and events this summer; for more info visit www.croft-hotel.com.

Ready for some pre-wedding pampering? Check out Leeds’ Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa, who’ve just announced its appointment of luxury product house, Templespa; along with a new menu of Mediterranean inspired treatments. Thorpe Park’s treatment menu comprises of four Templespa Body Rituals, three wellness treatments and two signature experiences, with facials also available from skincare brand, Caudalie. We’ve got our eye on The Ultimate Glow! Back, Face and Scalp Treatment, which begins with an aromatic exfoliation and bespoke back massage with Mediterranean botanicals and essential oils. The finale is a full advanced skin-transforming facial, to turn up your glow for visible results ahead of your big day. For info visit www.thorpeparkhotel.co.uk.

Hands up who needs a spa break away in a multiaward-winning luxury retreat? Thought as much. That’s why Your Yorkshire Wedding’s teamed up with Titanic Spa, the UK’s first eco-spa in Huddersfield. Boasting eco credentials like no other, it’s got solar power to generate electricity and even taps into the geological riches of the area; having created its own private borehole 100 metres below the earth’s surface to provide pure Yorkshire water filtered into the spa! This makes Titanic a spa that possesses a clear conscience, even sourcing food from local award-winning suppliers.

One lucky Your Yorkshire Wedding reader can enjoy an overnight spa experience for two including an indulgent light lunch and tranquil treatment. The winner is also free to journey through the Titanic Heat & Ice Experience; a collection of warm and cool rooms to guide you to ultimate wellbeing and relaxation. A sumptuous evening meal follows an afternoon spent relaxing in the bean bag pit, before retiring to your private and modern apartment suite.

To enter visit www.youryorkshire.wedding/giveaways – and for more information on Titanic’s award-winning facilities head to www.titanicspa.com.