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  • You mention ceremony and drinks reception guests on the invitation. How can I tell which one I am?
    Ceremony guests are invited to the wedding ceremony (with arrivals at 11.30am) and entire day following, while reception guests are invited from the drinks reception at 1.30pm. We will be in touch following the RSVP date to confirm whether you are a reception-only guest, due to capacity in our ceremony room. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Can children attend the wedding?
    We ask that only adults attend the wedding ceremony and reception, unless we have specifically invited your child as a member of our immediate family. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Can I bring a plus one?
    Unless we have specifically told you that we'd be pleased for you to bring an unnamed plus one, we're limiting guests to only those named on invitations. Thank you for understanding!
  • What is the RSVP date for the wedding?
    Please let us know if you'll be able to join us no later than the 16th of March.
  • What are the timings for the wedding?
    Please see the tab regarding the order of the day for more information. Guest arrivals are between 11.30am and 11.45am for those invited to the ceremony. For guests invited to the drinks reception onwards, arrivals are at 1.30pm. Carriages should be booked for midnight, or just before.
  • What is the location of Rory and Helen's wedding?
    Rory and Helen's wedding will take place at Butley Priory in Suffolk. For directions and further details, please visit the 'Getting to Butley' page on the website.
  • What is the date of Rory and Helen's wedding?
    Rory and Helen's wedding will take place on Saturday 9th of August, 2025 at Butley Priory in Suffolk.
  • What is the dress code for the wedding?
    The dress code is wedding attire, dress for an English summer wedding! Dresses and lounge suits would be more than appropriate. Hats are of course fine if you would like to wear one.
  • Are dietary requirements accommodated at the wedding?
    We are happy to accommodate dietary requirements. Please inform us in advance via the RSVP form or on email so we can make the necessary arrangements.
  • What will the food options be at the wedding?
    We're working with a chef to create a set menu for the day, and will have canapés and evening food to tide us over around the wedding breakfast. Dietary requirements you submit through the RSVP will of course be catered for!
  • Can guests stay on site at Butley Priory during the wedding?
    We have booked and allocated all the accommodation on site at Butley to our immediate wedding party. Do see the page with 'stay' suggestions if you are still looking for somewhere to rest your head around the wedding!
  • Can I give a gift?
    There is no pressure to give us a gift, but for those that would like to do so, more information is on the dedicated tab on our wedding website.
  • Is photography encouraged during the ceremony?
    We will be working with an official photographer / videographer, so would encourage guests to be in-the-moment at our wedding and keep phones on silent in pockets and handbags during the ceremony. Rest assured we'll be capturing every moment, so don't feel the need to collect content during the wider day if you don't want to.
  • How can guests contact us with questions about the wedding?
    Guests can reach out to us with any questions about the wedding by emailing roryhelenwedding@gmail.com.
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