Alan P. Fulton Artisan Goldsmith
Alan P Fulton is a fine jewellery house specialising in handcrafted jewellery with uncompromising design and attention to detail. All the jewellery is handmade on site in their boutique studio, situated in the centre of the conservation village of Eaglesham, where great pride is taken in the use of time honoured traditional methods in the creation of bespoke jewellery.
Alan P. Fulton B.A.( Hons.) FIPG is one of Scotland’s highly recognised and leading artisan jewellers renowned for the top quality, skilfully executed handcrafted jewellery which he has been creating since graduating from Glasgow School of Art in 1980. Awarded a Fellowship of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths in 2014 and being recognised in four categories – Designer, Diamond Mounter, Diamond Setter and Goldsmith – is testimony to his skills development over the years. Alan is constantly thinking of original and challenging ideas.
Alan is redefining the standard of engagement, wedding, and jewellery for all occasions with a warm and welcoming personal experience for each and every client. You will know that you have been part of something unique and very special, having commissioned a piece designed and handcrafted personally by Alan and that is completely your own.
Services include dandcrafting bespoke jewellery, engagement rings, wedding rings, shaped wedding rings, remodelling, diamond & coloured stone replacement, insurance claims, quality repairs, valuations and general jewellery health checks.
View our website www.alanpfulton.com Contact us. el. 01355 302960 e. carats@alanpfulton.com
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‘Looking for the perfect venue to host your Wedding?
Look no further – named 2016’s Most Stunning Wedding Venue in Scotland, the Bothwell Bridge Hotel combines superior hospitality with unrivalled surroundings to create an unbeatable setting for your wedding.
With picturesque gardens and three unforgettable rooms to choose from, it’s no surprise that the Bothwell Bridge Hotel has been acclaimed by the Scottish Wedding Awards since 2013.
Owned by the same Italian family for 25 years, if there’s one thing that the hotel knows, it’s how to ensure that a bride, groom and their family have the wedding of their dreams.
From the second you chose the Bothwell Bridge Hotel as your wedding venue you’ll be assigned a personal wedding coordinator, who will help you plan and organise the day of your dreams.
Catering to weddings from 50 people to 250 people, the hotel offers bespoke food, drink and entertainment options and can easily accommodate your wedding party in our superior guest bedrooms.
"It was such an amazing day, it always feels so special when we visit. Wish we could do it all over again!" Bride - Emma McCloy
Making your wedding dreams, a reality...
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Gleddoch Hotel
Gleddoch has once again become a shining star in the Renfrewshire countryside following a multi-million pound refurbishment. Bedrooms, public areas, event space and the spa and health facilities have all seen a complete transformation that is sure to appeal to any couple as a venue for their special day.
Set in a 400 acre hillside location with an 18-hole championship golf course and stunning views of the Clyde Estuary and Renfrewshire hills, Gleddoch offers unrivalled wedding facilities for ceremonies and receptions in a choice of indoor and outdoor spaces. The manicured grounds and gardens provide the perfect backdrop for photography to create memories that will last forever.
Facilities at Gleddoch’s new Imperia Spa include 17m indoor pool, sauna, steam room, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, relaxation room, hair and nail salon, six treatment rooms offering a range of Elemis and ishga treatments and fully equipped gymnasium. There is even a couple’s massage room to allow you to relax and unwind in peace together.
A choice of bars including Dram whisky and gin bar are perfect for entertaining friends and family before or after the wedding day itself.
A wide range of spacious bedrooms are available including junior suites, suites and family rooms and have been refurbished to a luxurious, contemporary standard. For couples wanting to truly indulge the Clyde Suite offers the ultimate in elegance, featuring a bedroom with bespoke designed bed Emperor bed, living room and bathroom with walk-in rain shower. There’s even a twin Whirlpool bath with stunning views over the Clyde Estuary in the bedroom!
Gleddoch offers a range of inclusive packages to suit any budget or can tailor-make a bespoke wedding to your specific requirements. The in-house team will take away the stresses to ensure your day runs smoothly and is truly memorable for everyone.
To enquire about booking your wedding at Gleddoch please call 01475 540711 or email events@gleddoch.com
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Moda Dea
Specialising in beautiful occasion wear for mothers of the bride and groom, the award-winning Moda Dea is a popular boutique in Barrhead. Striving to stock something for everyone, staff are continually sourcing new clothing ranges from places as far flung as Milan. With styles to suit all tastes, body shapes and budgets, the friendly team make it their mission to ensure customers leave happy.
Now showcasing a new spring and summer collection, women looking to find the perfect outfit for a celebration are encouraged to pop in. Stocking sizes eight to 26, from traditional mother of the bride and groom outfits to cocktails dresses, fabulous cruise wear, ballgowns and more, there’s something for every occasion, both casual and smart.
From shoes to bags, hats, fascinators and accessories, customers can complete their outfit in-store. Thanks to their Rainbow Club shoes, the option to choose a stunning shoe colour-matched to an outfit is available, along with shopping the range of accessories, which includes scarfs and jewellery.
With a great selection of styles, sizes, accessories and excellent customer service, Moda Dea were proud to win Best Fashion Boutique at Glasgow Retail Business awards 2018 and were finalists at Scotland’s Business Awards.
Moda Dea are also pleased to offer a Curvy Corner, stocking outfits designed to flatter curves and ensure women feel great. With sizes ranging from 16-28, there is a dress for every shape and size and the team are on hand with a personal shopper service to help dress, offer advice on sizing, style, colours and accessories.
Find the shop at 98 Cross Arthurlie Street, Barrhead or call 0141 881 4503 to speak with a member of staff or follow @ModaDea on Facebook.
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Bijoux Bridal
Bijoux Bridal is a stunning bridal boutique based just outside of Glasgow. Book a luxury appointment at the gorgeous new flagship store at 48 Castle Street and get access to gorgeous designer wedding dresses from Hayley Paige, Morilee, Justin Alexander, Stella York & more as well as hundreds of bridesmaid dresses and beautiful accessories.
Book your FREE luxury appointment with expert bridal stylists and browse the wide range of designer wedding dresses which are available on made to order from sizes 4 – 34. They also have over 50 plus size designer samples from a size 20 to try on in-store.
Want to get access to the latest collections? Then why not join the shop for their upcoming designer event with Morilee by Madeline Gardner and get access to their BRAND NEW 2018 collection. The trunk show includes an amazing designer discount and treats for you and your bridal party.
Book your appointment online at bijouxbridal.com/appointments for Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd June 2018. Bridal appointments are limited so book your slot in advance to avoid disappointment. The store can be contacted directly on 01698 200122 for any enquiries.
Say “I do” to your dream dress at Bijoux
WEBSITE: www.bijouxbridal.com
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/BijouxBridal1
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Moray Lodge
They don’t accept hen parties per se. Pink tutus, they are not!
However, if you are looking for the perfect pre-wedding celebration venue for friends and family, then Moray Lodge offers everything you will need, and more….
Located in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, Moray Lodge in Grantown on Spey is perfectly situated to offer the ultimate in pre-wedding celebrations. Nestling in 3 acres of grounds, this small estate offers everything you need to create special memories of your pre wedding break with friends & family.
Come and enjoy the large heated indoor pool andJacuzzi and a fully equipped games room with bar. Prosecco Afternoon tea or a 3 course buffet meal is also available in the Pagoda, a unique Japanese building located on the estate which can also offer private dance or yoga classes or perhaps cocktail making sessions.
Fine dining to informal suppers can also be catered for in-house. Within the National Park, you can choose from an abundance of outdoor activities from white water rafting to flying down the largest zip line in Europe - or organise your own highland games in the extensive garden grounds - the possibilities are as endless as your imagination.
See the facebook page and website for further information and to book online, or call on 01479 821765.
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Royal Dundonald Castle
Situated on a hill overlooking Dundonald Village, this dramatic setting provides a truly unique, intimate venue with beautiful surroundings for any wedding ceremony.
With our 14th century barrel-vaulted ceiling, considered to be one of the finest examples of its type, The Laigh Hall is an ideal venue for wedding ceremonies.
The site on which the castle stands has been occupied since 1500-500 BC and has seen the building of three medieval castles, with remnants of the earlier 13th century castle still visible. Now the remains of the impressive fortified tower house built for King Robert II stands proud on top of the hill.
Grandson of Robert the Bruce and the founder of the Stewart dynasty; rulers of Scotland and later Britain for 350 years, Dundonald Castle is sure to impress both with its historical importance and the castle’s own individual beauty.
The castle commands breath-taking views of central Ayrshire, the mountains of the Southern Highlands and enchanting views of the Firth of Clyde from Arran to the Isle of Jura. Built to commemorate Kind Robert II’s ascension to the throne, it became a much-loved residence of the King and his family.
The castle remains a visual beacon at the heart of the local and wider community and attracts visitors from all over the world each year. Very much considered a living castle, it is enlivened by sharing history through events, weddings and educational visits.
Staff are more than happy to create the bespoke ceremony you have always dreamed of. As couples look for increasingly novel and personal venues for their wedding ceremonies: Royal Dundonald Castle provides not only a wonderful backdrop for photographs, the castle itself presents families and guests with a magical and memorable wedding setting.
Royal Dundonald Castle is available to hire, by arrangement, and only one wedding per day may be arranged.
There is a team of staff dedicated to creating your unique and special ceremony.
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Rutherglen Town Hall
Everyone has dreams of exactly how they want their wedding day to go from walking down the aisle to your first dance. At Rutherglen Town Hall, a dedicated events team will ensure that every one of those wedding dreams comes true.
Recently refurbished, Rutherglen Town Hall offers a blend of the old and new by combining the Grand Hall and Mezzanine Bar to create the perfect wedding venue.
Whether you are looking for a small intimate wedding or a larger affair, you will find the perfect space within the Town Hall with no minimum numbers required. The Grand Hall can hold up to 150 for your wedding meal and up to 200 for your evening wedding reception. The Mezzanine Bar is the ideal room for wedding meals up to 50 guests or less.
When booking your wedding at Rutherglen Town Hall, you will have a dedicated wedding co-ordinator who will be with you from the moment you book until your wedding day. On your wedding day you will have a dedicated Master of Ceremonies who will confidently guide you through your special day and ensure that it runs smoothly and fully trained staff will be available to deal with your guests every need.
There are excellent wedding menu packages, which can be tailored to suit your individual needs. If there is anything specific that you are looking for, the Wedding Co-ordinator will happily discuss this with you. The majority of dietary requirements are catered for.
Included in your wedding package are the following:
Master of Ceremonies
White table cloths and white linen napkins
The services of fully trained and uniformed staff
Cake stand and cake knife
Bridal room
For more information or to book an appointment contact 0141 613 5700, email : rutherglentownhall2@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk or go to our website: www.sllcweddings.co.uk
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The Wedding Shop
This is an award-winning service designed for couples who want unrivalled choice, flexibility and exceptional service all in one place. Combine products you love with honeymoon contributions, monthly subscriptions, memorable experiences, or even add a charity fund that is close to your heart.
They are the UK’s most popular gift list provider and want to make your gift list experience seamless and as stress-free as possible for both you and your guests.
With more than 28 years’ experience in the industry, they are passionate about helping you choose the most perfects gifts and appreciate the importance of creating a truly tailored list that reflects you and your partner’s style.
The Wedding Shop strives to be the very gift list provider on the market, and go above and behind to bring our couples the most innovative and exceptional service they deserve.
Each couple has their own dedicated gift list advisor to help and guide them throughout their whole gift list journey. They also have five beautiful showrooms across the UK and Ireland so that couples can come and choose their gifts in person.
They are still the UK's only completely fee-free gift list provider that allows couples to add absolutely anything to their list with no limits or hidden fees and the ability to change their mind before they order anything.
They are also the first gift list provider to launch a dedicated APP that allows our couples to build their list on the go. Using the handy barcode scanner couples can scan any item from UK stores and it is automatically added to their list. They can browse inspirational lists and receive instant alerts whenever a guest purchases a gift - all at their convenience.
On top of this, The Wedding Shop offers free UK evening and Saturday delivery and complimentary storage for six months.
They treat every one of our couples as a friend for life, offering them to a lifetime 10% discount off all our Brand Partners so that they can continue to update their home as their lifestyle changes.
It really is the gift list that keeps giving.
Visit at www.weddingshop.com
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Walker Slater
Founded in the Scottish Highlands, 1989, Walker Slater provide tweed stylish tweed suits perfect for the grooms, brides or anyone for that matter looking for something romantic and genuinely Scottish to get married in.
Walker Slater are tweed specialist tailors who aim to redefine and transcend the traditional perception of tweed. We work hard to produce quality, timeless clothing and looks that are both fashionable and practical.
Our options range from hard-wearing Harris Tweeds to softer blends of cashmere wool, allowing many stunning suit options for the different seasons too. We offer an off the peg service as well as a made-to-measure service for those who want help to design a personalised suit.'
Edward 3 Piece Suit in Cashmere Wool Grey Herringbone, price Jacket - £285, Waistcoat - £95, Trouser £105
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