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Jason Drake, though most of us know him by his far more distinguished title: Franny. Don’t ask why, just accept it, because honestly, it suits him.



Franny is the rare combination of being incredibly organised, like the guy who probably alphabetises his spice rack, and yet somehow still the most lovable chaos you’ll ever meet. He’s the friend who shows up five minutes early, with a backup plan, a pen, and probably a spreadsheet. But he’s also the same guy who’ll stay out late just to make sure no one drinks alone on the dance floor.



He’s a gentleman through and through, polite, thoughtful, and always looking out for everyone. If you don’t like Franny, honestly, that’s a you problem. He’s funny without trying, friendly without fail, and today he’s bravely accepted the greatest responsibility of all: keeping the groom calm, upright, and hopefully still in possession of his shoes by the end of the night.

Jason Drake

And then we have the other half of our best man dream team: Kenny Sheldrake. If Jason is the organised spreadsheet, Kenny is… the Jäger bomb you didn’t ask for, but you’re somehow holding anyway. He’s the guy who always thinks, ‘You know what this night needs? One more round,’ and suddenly the night has escalated from polite conversation to questionable dance moves.

Kenny might come across as the quiet one at first, but don’t be fooled.. once you get to know him, he’s got stories, banter, and the kind of laugh that makes you join in before you even know what’s funny. He’s also the one you’d call when something breaks, because if there’s a problem, Kenny can fix it, build it, or at least bodge it back together until it looks brand new.

He’s the perfect balance to Franny, less likely to alphabetise his spice rack, but far more likely to build you the shelf to put it on. A loyal mate, a proper character, and exactly the kind of best man you want… as long as you don’t let him near the Jäger.

Kenny Sheldrake

Faye’s best friend for over 15 years, which officially qualifies her for sainthood. She’s the ultimate ride or die loyal to the core, always up for an adventure, and the kind of friend who makes even the most ordinary day feel like a story worth telling.

Lily is fun in its purest form, whether it’s laughter that makes your cheeks ache, dancing until your feet give up, or simply being the person you can rely on no matter what. She’s been there through every high, every low, and every questionable fashion choice along the way, and there’s no one else who could stand beside Faye in this role.

Quite simply, she’s not just a Maid of Honour, she’s family, and she’s proof that some friendships really are forever.

Lily Folland

Next up is Hayley, Faye’s younger sister, though let’s be honest, she’s been acting like the older, wiser, more sensible one since day one. Living over in Wales, Hayley may be many miles away but her presence is loud, the bossy but loving one.  The one you can always count on to keep things grounded (and to remind Faye when she’s being dramatic).

She might technically be the little sister, but in true Hayley fashion, she’s never really played that role. Instead, she’s the practical one, the mumma, and the one who somehow always manages to keep everything together, while still rolling her eyes at the rest of us along the way.

A sister, a best friend, and the one person who can probably keep this whole wedding party in line if it comes to it.

Hayley Thomas

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Hotels and Accommodation 

Distance - 2.5 miles Time by car - 7 minutes

The garden barn, finmere

Distance - 4.5 miles Time by car - 7 minutes

Paisley Pear

Distance - 4.2 miles Time by car - 8 minutes

Villiers Hotel Buckingham

Distance 5.4 miles Time by car - 10 minutes

Elm Tree Farm Holiday Cottages ~ Pet friendly

Distance 6.3 miles Time by car - 11 minutes

Briary Cottages at Iletts Farm

Distance - 5.1 miles Time by car - 11 minutes

Travelodge Buckingham

Distance - 5.2 miles Time by car - 12 minutes

Premier Inn Buckingham hotel

Distance 8.3 miles Time by car - 15 minutes

Glebe Farm Barn b&b near Silverstone

Distance 10.8 miles Time by car - 18 minutes

Travelodge Bicester Cherwell Valley M40

Local taxis

Below are a few local taxi firms. We do recommend booking ahead if possible. A2B (Brackley) – 01280 701111Ash Cars (Buckingham) – 01280 824888Bracxi Taxi (Brackley) – 01280 700600R&amp;R (Buckingham) – 01280 822222

Getting There

DirectionsFrom M1Come off at junction 15AJoin the A43 towards OxfordStay on A43 for 15 ½ miles until you reach BrackleyAt the (second) roundabout take the 1st exit onto A422 towards WestburyAt the (second) roundabout take the 1st exit onto A422 towards WestburyContinue on the A422 for roughly 3 milesTurn right at the Huntsmill Farm signFollow the road for about half a mile, we are the first left From M40 NorthCome off at junction 11Take the A422 exit towards BanburyStay on the A422 for 12 milesAt the roundabout take the 3rd exit which keeps you on the A422 (not the A421)Continue on the A422 for roughly 3 milesTurn right at the Huntsmill Farm signFollow the road for about half a mile, we are the first left From M40 SouthCome off at junction 10Take the 2nd exit and join the A43Stay on the A43 for 6 ½ milesAt the roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the A422 towards WestburyContinue on the A422 for roughly 3 milesTurn right at the Huntsmill Farm signFollow the road for about half a mile, we are the first left

Travel by Train

Bicester North – 9.7miles (19min drive)Banbury – 14miles (25min drive)Milton Keynes Central (27min drive)

Faye & Michael

Faye & Michael

F&M

Wedding Day

1:00 PM–1:30 PM

Ceremony

7:00 PM–12:00 AM

Reception