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Feel The Burn with Hotpod Yoga

Hotpod Yoga, the UK's largest yoga business, recently opened its new studio bringing its immersive, heated yoga experience to the heart of Manchester located in Bendix Street, Ancoats Gardens. Known for its unique approach to yoga, Hotpod Yoga combines the benefits of heat with dynamic, immersive yoga classes designed to suit practitioners of all levels. Click through to find out more!

Happily ever after - making plans for the future

As nearlyweds, you may not be thinking about what happens beyond the end of your natural lives together - that's not the exciting bit - Katharine Bundell, a barrister at 4PB shares advice in this article that could make your loved ones' lives a lot easier if anything happens to you. Death and taxes remain fairly inevitable. On 16th May 2025 the Law Commission published its recommendations on wills and proposed a new statute. This is the first significant reconsideration since the Wills Act 1837 which is still effective today. Life was quite different in 1837. Queen Victoria ascended the throne aged 18 years old. Any property owned by a women on marriage was transferred automatically to her husband. It would be 40 years before Thomas Edison lit up the first electric lightbulb.

Vermilion: The Perfect Dining Blend

Vermilion is the Manchester-based restaurant, bar and event space renowned for its bold, eclectic fusion of Indian, Thai, Korean, and Chinese cuisine. Its theatrical cocktails perfectly complement the opulent surroundings, creating a dining experience that steals the show at every turn. For 18 years, Vermilion has been a symbol of glamour, thriving where many others haven't. It has transformed a once-overlooked corner of the city with its signature Thai and Indian menus.

Why the bar at your wedding shouldn’t be an afterthought

In the grand orchestration of a wedding, couples often obsess over floral arrangements, lighting design and detailed seating charts. The dress, the photographer, the five-course dinner - each element is painstakingly curated. And yet, one of the most powerful forces behind a wedding's success is consistently left until the eleventh hour: the bar! Let's be honest, it's not often you hear a couple say: "First things first, let's lock in a great bar team." But maybe they should. "You can spend months working on the seating plan or deciding the perfect shade of napkin, but if the bar's giving bored function-room energy, it can all quickly lose its magic," says Luke Shelton-Sharp, co-founder of room two, the London-based cocktail studio and event planner.

The Number Wedding Etiquette Mistakes Guests Make, According To Expert

Picture this: you're scrolling through a friend's wedding photos and spot someone in flip-flops at a black-tie garden party, or worse, a guest in head-to-toe white stealing focus from the bride. Sound familiar? These fashion faux pas happen more often than you'd think at summer weddings. Thanks to outdoor ceremonies and relaxed vibes, many guests assume summer weddings mean anything goes. But according to wedding specialist Nick Bramer from Country House Weddings, a family-run business specialising in exclusive-use wedding venues across the UK, this casual approach often backfires spectacularly.

How Much Should You Really Gift At Weddings In 2025?

Many people are unsure of how much money to give when they attend a wedding, statistics showed Google searches for 'how much money should you give for a wedding gift' soared by a whopping 5,000% in April of 2025 alone and 11% of guests go into debt just to attend a wedding, with the average spend hitting £451. Anita Naik, Savings Expert at VoucherCodes, has broken down exactly what you should spend based on your relationship to the couple, plus clever tricks to make your gift feel luxe on a budget.

Introducing Loom & Ladle Bistro

Marriott Manchester Hotel Piccadilly, the city's largest four-star hotel, proudly unveils Loom & Ladle Bistro, its new restaurant concept led by Chef Thomas Gardner. With a focus on locally sourced, freshly produced ingredients, the bistro aims to bring the true flavour of Manchester to the table and is now available for reservations. Conveniently located just steps from Piccadilly Train Station, in the vibrant Mayfield neighbourhood, Loom & Ladle Bistro is named as a nod to Manchester's rich cotton factory heritage

Hen Party Treats- Big Day Cakes

To begin planning your hen party you need to set a budget first so you can make sure you'll still have enough money to spend on your actual wedding. Once that's decided you need to choose a theme and factor in the cost of the decorations and other things you may buy. You'll also have to create a guest list consisting of only your closest friends before moving onto picking the date, location and some activities to do. In need of some inspiration for what to do at your hen party? There is a variety of options to choose that will fit your fancy venturing from whether you want to do something adventurous like rock climbing or canyoning or perhaps you'd prefer to spend the day calming down and doing something relaxing such as having a spa day or afternoon tea.

How to Beat the Heat: Tips for a Comfortable Summer Wedding

A summer wedding sounds like a dream, and it often is. Long days and gorgeous sunshine can make your big day truly unforgettable. But there's one little guest that always turns up uninvited during summer: the heat. No one wants to be a sweaty mess in their wedding photos but luckily with a bit of planning, you can keep everyone cool and comfortable from start to finish. Leading wedding experts, The Foxy Hen explains how. If you're going for a full-day celebration, think about having the ceremony indoors or under cover, then move the party outside once the sun starts to ease off.

Accessorise and Shine with Beaches & Cream

Born from a love of the beach and a passion for creating meaningful, timeless accessories, Beaches & Cream is inspired by travels across the globe and memories by the ocean. Its carefully curated collection contains jewellery, accessories and fashion pieces celebrating life's adventures. The brand has launched its Golden Goddess Collection, available to shop now. Click through to explore the collection!

TREEHOUSE HOTEL MANCHESTER OFFICIALLY OPENS

Treehouse Hotel Manchester opened in March 2025, marking the arrival of the second UK property in the Treehouse Hotels portfolio, part of Starwood Hotels collection. The hotel has 200 treehouse-inspired guest rooms including three accessible rooms, eight suites, and a Treetop Suite due to open later this year. Treehouse Hotel Manchester is a destination where all are welcome to reconnect with nature, explore city culture, and indulge in moments of fun and nostalgia with the backdrop of whimsical interiors, eco-conscious design, and an array of exciting dining and social spaces.

Doctors Tips To Avoid Last Minute Wedding Stress

Dr Ravi Lukha, Medical Director at Bupa UK Insurance, advises on how to combat wedding stress! Peak wedding season is upon us, and the UK's Google search habits show huge leaps in people seeking quick turnaround weddings - and planners to help make those nuptials happen. According to Google Search Console analysis, UK volumes for searches around quick weddings have seen significant increases, recently. In the last six months, the following searches have seen steep climbs:

The Newly Restored Langdale Chase

Langdale Chase is a stunning, newly restored Grade II Listed hotel on Lake Windemere, offering adjoining family rooms and outdoor adventures. There's also a Swallows and Amazons-inspired afternoon tea, which is a very fitting addition as the 1974 film was shot nearby and the lead actress stayed here. Escape to the countryside and live an action-packed adventure with all the family.

Love is in the Air: Wedding Fragrances with Yankee Candle and WoodWick

When it comes to planning a wedding, it's the little details that make the biggest impact; from scent to style, every element helps tell the story of your day. No matter how you choose to incorporate fragrance into your wedding, a beautifully chosen candle can create a sensory signature that stays with you and your guests forever. We asked Taylor Perlis, Yankee Candle Fragrance Evaluator to share how best to use candles to create a beautiful, memorable atmosphere on your special day.

Til' death do us part - financial tips for couples approaching marriage

There are few life events bigger than getting married - and very few more expensive! In order to fully enjoy your big day, make sure you have planned and budgeted for the cost early. When you're giddy with excitement, picking out the perfect dress, money is often the last thing on your mind. However, so there's no black cloud hanging over your head as you prepare to say "I do", Kindar Brown, Senior Financial Planner at Rathbones shares her tips on saving for the big day and beyond...

How much money should you really spend on big-day gifting?

Confused Brits turn to Google for advice as expert spills secrets to saving cash without looking stingy. Wedding season is fast approaching – and while many Brits are busy outfit-hunting or booking hotels, there's one part of the big day that continues to cause confusion - how much money should you actually spend on the happy couple? It's a question thousands of guests are turning to the internet for. In fact, Google searches for 'how much money should you give for a wedding gift' have soared by a whopping 5,000% over the past month*, proving just how panicked Brits are about getting it right.

Creating Safe Spaces: The Emotional Journey of Wedding Wear

Jake Allen, co-founder and CEO at inclusive tailor, King & Allen shares his insights on inclusive attire. "Many people experience anxiety about being fitted for their wedding outfit. We look to create an environment where clients of all gender identities and body types feel genuinely welcomed and affirmed. The whole process begins with a welcome email, before they even step foot in one of our shops - we have premises in Surbiton/Surrey, Liverpool Street/London, Savile Row/London, Knutsford/Cheshire and Birmingham/Midlands).

Park Hall Hotel Has a New Look

Park Hall Hotel & Spa Lancashire has joined Radisson Individuals. Nestled in the scenic countryside of Chorley, Park Hall Hotel & Spa Lancashire blends timeless appeal with modern comfort. Becoming a member of Radisson Individuals allows the property to benefit from the global reach, reputation and standards of the Radisson Hotel Group while maintaining the distinct character that has made it a beloved icon in the heart of Lancashire.

How to protect your wedding day against unexpected events

Brides and grooms-to-be are being warned to think ahead on possible disasters, and what they can do to protect their big day. Whether planning a destination wedding abroad or an intimate garden wedding at home, it is crucial for couples to understand the essential checklist and plan for what could go wrong. The research comes after a survey revealed 26% of those planning a wedding in the next three years would not take out wedding insurance. Weddings come with a whole host of unforeseen risks, like supplier no-shows, damaged goods, technical faults, damaged or lost items, severe weather and accident or illness.

The Dream Elopement Package

Storrs Hall on the shores of Windermere in the Lake District has launched a new Elopement Wedding Package, offering an easy and intimate wedding escape for couples in 2025. The Elopement Wedding Package gives couples the chance to affordably make their vows to one another in one of the UK's most enchanting settings, without stinting on style or quality. Find out more here.