The independently owned venue has won big for the second year running in the Hitched Wedding Awards 2024.
Awarded for 'Landmark Venue', this is an incredible accolade for the venue which not only caters for weddings but for a broad variety of celebrations and corporate events.
The annual Hitched Wedding Awards comes from renowned wedding site and planning platform, Hitched.co.uk.
The prestigious awards commemorate the achievements of the UK wedding vendors and suppliers who have been most recommended by over a whopping 150,000 real newlyweds who have used their services.
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With over 23,000 vendors in the running, the acclaimed Hitched Awards recognises quality, professionalism, flexibility and customer service.
It also helps couples looking to plan their perfect big day.
It’s an award to honour “Vendors who go above and beyond”, says José Melo, Vice President of Sales at Hitched - those “helping to make wedding days across the world be unforgettable”.
The Faversham has recently undergone a beautiful renovation and refurbishment to create a stylish, versatile venue for all events.
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It is now known as one of the most coveted Yorkshire wedding venues, and whilst maintaining its original features and charm now combines a contemporary aesthetic to suit all events, celebrations and of course, weddings.
Jess Delaney, The Faversham General Manager said: “We are over the moon to win this award - for the second year in a row! We hosted over 45 weddings last year. We pride ourselves on doing everything we can to make our couples’ day special, and our team goes above and beyond to ensure that every occasion is memorable.
"We’re delighted that all our hard work and dedication has been recognised once again.”
To find out more about The Faversham, take a look at their website.
Licensed venues across England and Wales now have the choice to be able introduce digital proof of age for alcohol sales alongside physical.
Instead of having to hand over physical ID that contains personal information, such as names and home addresses, customers now have the choice to simply provide confirmation that they are 18 or over on their phone - helping to better protect privacy and personal safety in the process.
This means that, no matter whether you're buying a drink at your favourite pub, heading to a festival, or enjoying a night out at a concert, you won’t need to worry if you've left your ID at home.
According to the Government, this new change will benefit businesses greatly too, as certified digital services are able to check that an ID is genuine and belongs to the person presenting it much easier than the alternative can, which therefore helps to reduce the risk of any fake or borrowed IDs going undetected.
Well, according to the Government, it could be as simple as a customer showing a QR code for staff to scan, or tapping their phone against a compatible reader, where staff will then receive a clear confirmation on their device that the customer has passed the age check.
This change follows a 2024 Government consultation where it was reported that 72% of respondents supported the use of digital identities for age verification when buying alcohol.
Digital Government Minister Stephanie Peacock reiterated that 'it will remain an individual or business’ choice whether to use or adopt [digital ID]' and that physical ID will 'still remain a valid way' for customers to prove their age.
"This groundbreaking change in the law will mean you do not need to carry a physical ID, nor hand over sensitive personal information such as your name or address just to prove your age, allowing everyone to feel safer on a night out," she concluded.
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A new açai cafe promising to be Leeds’ ‘neighbourhood social club’ is opening soon
Clementine Hall
An independent açai bowl pop-up is opening a permanent cafe in Leeds city centre.
It seems the açai bowl trend isn't over just yet, and we're absolutely not mad about it.
The aesthetically purple frozen treat isn't just delicious, but is also known to have numerous health benefits making it guilt-free and the perfect post-workout pick me up.
You may remember Açai Social Club that opened as a pop-up in the Victoria Quarter last year, and now they're moving into a permanent spot in the city centre.
Run by a lovely husband and wife duo who have spent the last 15 months exploring cafes around the world, it's safe to say they know exactly what they're talking about.
Their açai is made with the very best ingredients, topped with the freshest fruit and sprinkled with their homemade granola - it doesn't get much better then that does it?
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, they said: "Açai Social Club is getting a home. Our very first store is officially on the way! We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that’s more about than just açai.
"What started as an idea is finally becoming something you can walk into…There’s still a lot we’re keeping under wraps for now, but we’re so excited to finally share the beginning of what’s to come.
"We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you in. Your new neighbourhood social club, coming soon."
The exact location of the cafe and its opening date is still under wraps, but we'll of course keep you updated as and when we find out.
Clementine Hall -
22nd February 2024 
