As 2011 comes to a close, multi award-winning hotel and
restaurant East Lodge in Rowsley reports that its wedding diary is
already filling up for 2013, but a limited number of special dates
still remain available to book for 2012. With the London Olympics
and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee all on the horizon, 2012 is going
to be a signature year for the whole country and couples looking to
mark their own momentous day with marriage in an auspicious year
are considering the advantages of a venue like East Lodge.
In the Mayan calendar, 2012 is deeply significant as the end of
a 13 year 'Venus Cycle' most analysts say these cycles have been
times of great change and momentous events in the past - or the
start of a new era - so on a personal level, what could be more
magnificent than your own magical marriage at East Lodge?
"While the gloom surrounding the economy continues, it has not
dampened sprits for a 2012 wedding," said East Lodge Deputy
Managing Director Iain Hardman. "We have already had a brisk start
to bookings, but perhaps surprisingly, several special dates, like
Easter, and The Queen's Jubilee weekend are still available."
Weddings on key dates like Valentine's Day, St Patrick's Day and
of course Bank Holidays' have always proved enduringly popular. St
Patrick's Day in 2012 falls on a Saturday, making it perfect for a
weekend wedding, but the 'jewel in the crown' date for next year
has to be the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
East Lodge has encountered many brides over the years who quite
naturally, wish to have their wedding on that special signature
date that has significance for them, or a date they believe
resonates.
For Brides on the lookout for suitable dates in 2012, the
Olympics are expected to commence in London on the weekend of the
27 July and looking further ahead, the 12 December (12.12.12) is
also still available, albeit on a Wednesday. Another date that is
attracting a great deal of interest is the 10th November next year
as this will be a date not to be forgotten when anniversaries come
along "10-11-12."
Weekends continue to be the popular dates for weddings, but
choosing a midweek marriage can offer big advantages in terms of
availability and costs - not just of superior venues like East
Lodge which get booked up so fast, but also your preferred wedding
suppliers - off peak weddings can prove to be a big help to people
- particularly in uncertain economic times.
"Our advice is always for couples to call in and speak to us,"
advised Iain. "There is no obligation - we like to let East Lodge
speak for itself, but we can explain what Exclusively Yours really
means and give couples the benefit of our advice. We are always
keen not to impose our own ideas, but to make dreams reality, based
on our experience. Mid week is a case in point. Many couples do not
even consider this option, but it can, if the circumstances are
right, deliver the perfect wedding."