Nearlywed The latest news from both counties TOP DEVON PHOTOGRAPHER WINS AWARDS Kingsbridge-based Martyn Norsworthy of Norsworthy Photography has announced several recent awards wins including being a winner of the Global Rounds at The International Wedding Awards. The International Wedding Awards recognizes the best of the best in the wedding industry. Martyn has won in the Wedding Photography Category, following on from winning the Local Rounds for the South West UK and the Country Rounds for the UK. The Awards are based on existing clients’ feedback, quality of service, the website and the quality of the finished product. Martyn says, “ I am so happy, the hard work and many hours dedicated to each couple shows that it pays off.” He adds, “I couldn’t do this without my fabulous team, Julie, James and Marko who all assist in creating the memories we provide to all of our happy couples.” Martyn also scooped a Silver Award at the WPE Awards for his black and white image of Giovanna and Daniel on their wedding day at Shilstone House, near Modbury. Martyn said, “I am so pleased, this is the first time entering the WPE World Photographer Europe International Awards. This Image has won Bronze in the One Eyeland Awards, so I’m excited to receive a Silver now!” Finally, Martyn was also awarded three Bronze Awards in the Guild of Professional Photographers Image of the Month competition, which typically attracts almost 1500 entries each month. The Guild of Photographers is a highly regarded national photographic body and its members are dedicated to enhancing their skills in the art, craft and profession of photography. Martyn told us, “I’m very happy to have won these awards, with one month left in the 2022 competitions it’s all to play for!” The three award-winning images were all shot at local real weddings including at Trevenna barns and Blackpool Sands. To find out more and to book Martyn, visit www.norsworthyweddings.com NEWS THE MOLE RESORT LUXURY HOTEL AND LODGES COMING TO DEVON L+R Hotels has launched The Mole Resort as the latest venture in a portfolio which spans the UK, Continental Europe, the US and the Caribbean, in many of the world’s most sought-after locations. Coming to Devon in the summer of 2023, The Mole Resort is a luxury lodge destination set in 125 acres of countryside next to the River Mole, with Exmoor, Dartmoor and the world-class North Devon beaches nearby. The resort combines stunning lodges, hotel rooms and superb dining with a myriad of activities. Fifteen premium eco-conscious lodges are already complete and available for booking along with hotel rooms at the existing Highbullen Hotel. By Summer 2023, The Mole Resort will expand to 58 lodges and feature a fully-refurbished hotel as part of the £23 million redevelopment investment. Adrian Bradley, leading the project for L+R Hotels said: “Our simple message is ‘fabulous stays and active days’, which is exactly what The Mole Resort is all about. Not only will our guests be able to relax in their lodges surrounded by spectacular countryside views, but there’s plenty for them to do too. From swimming, fitness classes, golf and tennis, to pickleball and trout fishing, it’s the perfect place for families, groups and couples to do as much or as little as they like and our resort team can’t wait to welcome them.” Guests can choose a hotel room from £80 per night, or one of the self-catering lodges, which sleeps up to eight people from £219 per person (based on eight people sharing a lodge for three nights). All lodges boast a large deck with outdoor dining, hot tubs, fully-equipped kitchens and superb beds plus many of the lodges accommodate dogs. During a stay at The Mole Resort, guests have the flexibility of self-catering or can eat in the resort restaurants enjoying seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. For more information on The Mole Resort and to book visit www.themoleresort.co.uk To book existing rooms at Highbullen Hotel visit www.highbullen.co.uk CONGRATULATIONS! The Little Red Bus chauffeur-driven VW hire and photo booth lovingly named Rory recently won an award at The South West Wedding Awards. Based in Devon, he is available for weddings throughout the region and also in Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset. Owner Laura Farmer is also the talent behind the lens at Freeformimages Photography. Turn to page 51 to see our exclusive shoot from her and a talented team of local suppliers – they even made it on the cover of this issue! To book, visit www.freeformimages.co.uk/thelittleredbus 7 LOCAL NEWS
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