Rehearsal

Landguard Manor

Wedding & Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story (Heather's Version)

As many of you already know, Willow and I magically met online thousands of miles apart. We actually have one of my maids of honour, Regan, to thank for that! We were still in the COVID pandemic and I was prepping to move back to the UK. She was over one night telling me about one of her Hinge dates and it made me think, maybe I should re-download the app as well. I wasn't planning to look for a partner in Detroit, but I would like to date again once I moved back to London. So I downloaded the app, set my location to London, and away we went! One day as I was mindlessly swiping through, I came across Willow's profile. Not only was he the cutest thing I had ever seen, but his profile made me immediately say yes. A person who likes tea, animals, the outdoors, and traveling??? I knew I couldn't lose that one, so I sent him a special rose to make sure he would see my profile and within an hour we had matched. I was so excited. I remember running down the stairs at my friend Elena's house yelling that the cute hinge human had matched me back. From that moment on, we never went a day without talking. We wrecked our sleep schedules just to make sure we could battle the time difference between the US and UK. Three weeks later, I asked him to be my official boyfriend, to which he said that he would prefer to ask me in person; the old fashioned way. Disappointed, I agreed to this, only to wake up to a text the next morning saying: Forget it, life is short. Will you be my girlfriend?; and here we are almost almost two years later. It's true. Life is short, and I am so glad I have found someone to love and share it with. Thank you to all of you in advance for sharing in our special day. We'll see you there! I'll be the one in white. Heather

Our Story (Willow's Version)

When we first met, I could only see her face through a screen or read her words on paper. I worked as a postman then and always got excited when I received a letter we would send one to each other almost every week. Due to the five-hour time gap, I'd stay awake talking to her every night. I was counting down the days until we finally met in person. Finally, it came the 19th of August 2021. I met Heather at the airport and we embraced, and I never wanted to let go. She was shorter than I expected but perfect in every way. Her energetic manner was the complete opposite of my shy introverted self, yet it was perfect. We lay awake talking together all night and I never felt so at home, I went to work the next morning with butterflies in my stomach.&nbsp;&nbsp;I never thought meeting someone online and falling in love over a hundred miles away was possible but we did and I’d do it all over again.&nbsp;

Our Story

Whos Who

Engagement Photos

Fan Favourites

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Accommodation

The Bedford Lodge is the couple's accommodation of choice for our international guests. We have set aside a block of 10 rooms for booking. Block name: Heather &amp; Willow's WeddingReservation #: 33115004323 The block is a week long allowing for customizable reservations for those wishing to arrive early to beat jetlag, leave later and enjoy a seaside holiday, or to just stay for the weekend! Please email the venue to secure your reservation! **Please note that a shuttle to the venue will be provided from the designated shuttle point between The Bedford Lodge and The Braemer ONLY. Any guests not staying at these locations will be expected to make their own way to and from the shuttle point OR to and from the venue on their own.** Thank you for understanding!

Bedford Lodge

The Braemar is the 2nd option for those travelling from out of town. THERE IS NO ROOM BLOCK, but it is a great option for those not able to book into The Bedford Lodge. **Please note that a shuttle to the venue will be provided from the designated shuttle point between The Bedford Lodge and The Braemer ONLY. Any guests not staying at these locations will be expected to make their own way to and from the shuttle point OR to and from the venue on their own.** Thank you for understanding!

The Braemar

The nearest Premier Inn to the Island. (Equivalent of Best Western/Hampton Inn) **Please note that a shuttle to the venue will be provided from the designated shuttle point between The Bedford Lodge and The Braemer ONLY. Any guests not staying at these locations will be expected to make their own way to and from the shuttle point OR to and from the venue on their own.** Thank you for understanding!

Premier Inn Isle of Wight Sandown (Merrie Gardens) hotel

Local Hotels/Bed & Breakfasts

Local Airbnbs

Travel

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Wightlink Ferries

Island Bus Transit 

Accommodation & Travel

It is an island after all! Why not enjoy everything the seaside has to offer? This is a great sandy beach for swimming, walking, or sunbathing!

Shanklin Beach

Shanklin Chine is a geological feature and tourist attraction in the town of Shanklin, on the Isle of Wight, England. A wooded coastal ravine, it contains waterfalls, trees and lush vegetation, with footpaths and walkways allowing paid access for visitors, and a heritage centre explaining its history.

Shanklin Chine

Queen Victoria and Albert's summer home! This is a must-do on the island and is beautiful inside and out. (Especially if it is a rainy day.) FUN FACT: We actually considered having our wedding here!

Osborne

A wonderful Monkey rescue on the island! It is the perfect size for a short day activity. It is a personal favourite activity of the bride and groom!

Monkey Haven - Primate Rescue Centre

A beautiful botanical garden which hosts its own micro-climate!

Ventnor Botanic Garden

If you like to see more things to do, follow this link for the island's official tourism site!

Heather & Will

Heather & Will

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