The day
When
Saturday 17 July 2027.
Please arrive from 1.30pm. The ceremony begins at 2pm and we'll be dancing until midnight.
Where
Withybed Village Hall & Gardens
Church Lane, Slad Valley
near Stroud, Gloucestershire
GL6 7XX
The ceremony, drinks, meal and party are all in the same place. If the weather is kind, we'll be out in the garden for the drinks.
By train
The nearest station is Stroud. There are direct trains from London Paddington (about 1 hour 30 minutes) and regular connections from Gloucester, Cheltenham and Swindon.
From the station, the hall is about a 10-minute taxi ride (roughly £12). Taxis are easy to find outside the station, but it's worth booking one in advance for the evening. We'll also run a free shuttle from the station at 1pm and 1.20pm, and back to the station at the end of the night.
By car
Follow signs for Slad from the A46 (or the B4070). The last stretch is a narrow country lane, so please take it slowly and watch for oncoming cars.
There is free parking in the field next to the hall, with room for about 40 cars. Some satnavs struggle with the postcode, so look out for the white gate and the sign with our names on it.
Dress code
Smart but comfortable. Part of the day is in the garden, so please think about the grass: flat or block-heeled shoes will be much happier than thin heels. Bring a layer for the evening, and perhaps a sunhat or umbrella. Garden party colours are very welcome.
Children
Children are very welcome at the ceremony, the drinks and the meal. The evening party from 8.30pm is for grown-ups, so you may want to plan for little ones to head home or to bed before then.
Please include any children in the number of guests when you reply, and mention their names and any food needs in the RSVP form.
Timetable
PLACEHOLDER: the 2pm, 5.30pm, 8.30pm and midnight times are real. The others are guesses. Delete this box when you've checked them.
RSVP
PLACEHOLDER: the reply-by date below (1 May 2027) is made up. Delete this box when you've changed it.
Please let us know by 1 May 2027 if you can join us. Fill in the form and tap the button. Your email app will open with your reply already written, ready to send.
Where to stay
Summer weekends in the Cotswolds book up early, so we'd suggest booking soon. Here are three ideas at different prices.
The Wool Merchant's Rest
Budget-friendly · from about £75 a night
A friendly, simple B&B in the middle of Stroud with a big breakfast. About 10 minutes by taxi from the venue.
Slad Valley Inn
Mid-range · from about £130 a night
A cosy pub with rooms and a good kitchen, a 5-minute drive from the hall. Mention our names when booking.
Hartley Court Hotel & Spa
Treat yourself · from about £220 a night
A country house hotel with gardens and a spa, 15 minutes from the venue, for anyone wanting a bit of luxury.
Gifts
Having you with us is the best present we could ask for. If you'd like to give us something anyway, we'd love a contribution to our honeymoon fund rather than a gift.
It will go towards the things we'll remember: good food, a few adventures, and some well-earned rest. Thank you, truly.
PLACEHOLDER: add your bank details or a link to your honeymoon fund here, or say you'll have a card box on the day. Delete this box afterwards.
Questions?
If there's anything you're unsure about, such as travel, dietary needs, or bringing children, just ask.