So not long to go now, Rachel and I are very excited to see you all! As we aren't exactly having a traditional wedding I thought i'd let you all know the plan for the big day with some times so you know when you will be fed and watered.
11.30am
I will leave The Petersham Hotel accompanied by friends and family to walk over to Orleans House Gallery, via the river crossing. Everyone is welcome to join us.
12.30pm
Guests to start arriving at the venue to enjoy an early drink of fizz!
1.15pm
Rachel & Bridal Party Arrive
1.30pm
Wedding Ceremony
2pm – 6pm
Drinks, food and photographs at the wedding venue.
Food will be a spread of breads, meats, cheeses, Mrs Foster's home made quiches and some sweet tarts served from The Coach House behind the ceremony room. Just help yourselves!
Canapés and drinks will also be circulated.
5pm
Speeches in the Coach House
6pm
Guests to make their way to The White Swan, just a short walk away. This is your opportunity to hire a rowing boat if you would like.
From 6pm
We will be spending the rest of the evening relaxing at The White Swan.
7.30pm
We will be serving more food from around this time. We have arranged for a hog roast along with some token veggie options for those that way inclined.
9.30pm
The first dance followed by a bit of a boogie.
11pm
Last orders and going home time.
Post 11pm
Some drinks at the residents bar at The Petersham, guests from other hotels are more than welcome.
Friday and Sunday
For those guests arriving early or heading back late we will be having some drinks on the Friday evening and some lunch in Richmond on the Sunday, call me to find out more.