Together with our families
16 January 2027
Our story
We met at somebody else's wedding, which felt like cheating. Thomas was sitting at the table for people who didn't know anyone, and Sanne had been put there by mistake. We talked through the speeches, which was rude, and through the first dance, which was worse. Nine years, one flat above a chip shop and a very slow spaniel later, we're finally doing our own — and putting everyone we love at one long table.
The ceremony
St Mary's, Little Ashcombe
1:00 pmChurch Lane, Little Ashcombe
A short service in the village church where Sanne's grandparents married in 1961. Please be seated by ten to one — the walk from the car park takes longer than it looks.
Open mapThe party
The Tithe Barn at Ashcombe Manor
2:30 pm until midnightAshcombe Manor, Manor Road
Drinks on the lawn, a long lunch under the beams, and dancing once the tables are cleared. Ten minutes' walk across the field, or hop on the minibus.
Open mapThe day
Dress code
Morning dress or a good suit; anything you'd wear to a summer wedding. The lawn is grass and the barn is old — heels will sink.
Practical
Parking is at the manor, and cars can be left overnight. There's a marquee if it rains, which it will.
Gifts
You coming any distance at all is the gift. If you'd like to do something anyway, we're slowly replacing every wobbly thing in the house — there's a list below.
Good to know
Can I bring a plus-one?
If your invitation names a guest, absolutely. If it doesn't, it's a small barn — please don't be offended.
Are children welcome?
Very. There's a room upstairs with beds and a babysitter from eight o'clock.
Is the church far from the barn?
Ten minutes across the field, or five in the minibus that runs between the two all afternoon.
Contact
Sarah — Maid of honour — anything on the day · 07700 900312
Tom — Best man — transport and timings · 07700 900488
Wedding party
Sarah
Maid of honour
Sanne's sister, and the reason they spoke at all.
Tom
Best man
Keeper of the rings, the speeches and the minibus schedule.
Priya
Bridesmaid
Flew in from Singapore. Again.
Alfie
Ring bearer
Aged four. No promises.
Travel & stay
Little Ashcombe is 20 minutes from the station and taxis need booking in advance. We've held rooms at both places below until six weeks before.
Manor coach house rooms
On site — six rooms, first come
Premier Inn, Barnley
15 minutes by taxi, cheapest option