The Manor Road Gym

5 Aside Football Match

The Grand Brighton

Afternoon Tea

The Gun Inn Findon

Rehearsal dinner

Wedding Day

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hove

Ceremony

Findon Place

Reception

Evening Reception

Hove Park

Picnic In The Park

We are very excited for you all to celebrate with us on our wedding day! There is a whole weekend of events as well as the wedding day and we would love you to come and join us for as much of it as you can. We have guests arriving from the U.S, Germany, and many areas of the UK, we are honoured that so many people are looking forward to joining us on this special day! The Church Ceremony only will be streamed on the link below<a href="http://www.sacredhearthove.org.uk/videos.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.sacredhearthove.org.uk/videos.html</a> Please RSVP above for all events listed as soon as possible please. Please see Events and Timeline page for full details

For everyone traveling from the U.S:You will need to apply for an ETA to enter the UK, which can take up to three days to process. An ETA costs £16 and lasts for two years, so you can come back and visit again without having to renew!The link to apply is: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/eta/apply" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/eta/apply</a>

Our Wedding

We met in Memphis, Tennessee, in November 2022, while bonding over live blues and Southern food, and have spoken every day since. After endless long-distance phone calls, Zoom dates, and people calling us crazy (understandably), we decided to meet up again. On her way to meet me in Croatia, Jess competed in a week-long sailing race from Marblehead, Massachusetts to Bermuda which was followed by three cancelled flights, a lost bag, and wondering if she'd ever get to me. Bloody, muddy, and battered, Jess finally arrived in Croatia for the best week of our lives, getting to truly know each other after having only met once, seven months before. Jess and Burt (her wild cat from Ethiopia) moved to England in October 2023, and although we've had to be separated numerous times and shed a lot of tears due to visa reasons, it makes our big day all the more special. Along with our three boys - Seth, Flynn, and Nate - we love to have adventures and have learned never to take our time together for granted. Jess and I are truly best friends, and anyone who knows us would know that we have a passion for:live music, living simply, playing sports, being silly, dancing, cheese (this can't be understated), traveling anywhere &amp; everywhere, petting cats, spur of the moment opportunities, always trying something new, having fun no matter what we do, meeting new people, appreciating friends &amp; family, and making the most out of every moment.

Our Story

Photos Of Us

5-Aside Football Match Where: The Manor Road Gym, Manor Road, Brighton BN2 5EA When: Friday, August 8th at 10:00 - 11:30 Attire: Full Kits Who: If you'd like to join us please come along Cost: No Cost   Star Stripes and Sprained Ankles - U.S.A v England Join us for the ultimate pre-wedding showdown: a five-a-side football match where the Brits try to prove it’s called “football” and the Americans try to remember it’s not played with their hands. Expect questionable skills, over-the-top celebrations, and enough friendly banter to fill a stadium. Winner gets bragging rights — loser still gets cake (at afternoon tea). Only one rule: no slide tackling the bride!     Afternoon Tea at the Grand Where: The Grand, 97-99 Kings Rd, Brighton BN1 2FW When: Friday, August 8th at 13:00 - 15:00 Attire: Smart Casual Who: If you'd like to join us please come along, children welcome Cost: Pay individually at the restaurant Menu: <a href="https:" />https://rb.gy/19myut</a>   When old England meets New England! Join us for a pre-wedding afternoon tea where British tradition meets American enthusiasm — and somehow, it works perfectly. The Brits will bring the scones and centuries of tea etiquette; the Americans will bring wide-eyed curiosity, heartfelt compliments, and probably ask if they can get their Earl Grey iced. There may be confusion over what a digestive biscuit actually digests, debates about the correct jam-to-cream ratio, and someone will definitely call the tea “cute.” But amid the teacups and tiny sandwiches, something magical happens: laughter, connection, and transatlantic friendships brewed to perfection. Fancy hats welcome. So is saying “y’all” with a posh accent.     Church Rehearsal Where: Sacred Heart Church, 39 Norton Rd, Brighton BN3 3BF When: Friday, August 8th at 16:00 - 17:00 Attire: Casual Who: Wedding party only   Church run-through to ensure we all don't walk backwards down the aisle and that everyone except the bride arrives on time.     Rehearsal Dinner Where: The Gunn Inn, High St, Findon, Worthing BN14 0TA When: Friday, August 8th at 19:00 - 22:30 Attire: Smart Dress/Cocktail Who: Immediate family and wedding party only Cost: Hosted by Jess & Jason Website: <a href="https:" />https://www.thegunfindon.co.uk</a>   Rehearsal dinner at the Great British Pub of the Year 2022, experience the pie of the day and exceptional English pub food     Church Ceremony Where: Sacred Heart Church, 39 Norton Rd, Brighton BN3 3BF When: Saturday, August 9th at 11:30AM Attire: Black Tie/Ball Gown Who: All daytime guests Live Stream: <a href="http:" />http://www.sacredhearthove.org.uk/videos.html</a>   The main event!     Reception Where: Findon Place, Horsham Rd, Findon, Worthing BN14 0RF When: Saturday, August 9th at 13:00-12:00am Attire: Black Tie/Ball Gown Who: All daytime guests   Enjoy the fantastic backdrop of the English countryside and celebrate the most amazing day of our lives!     Evening Reception Where: Findon Place, Horsham Rd, Findon, Worthing BN14 0RF When: Saturday, August 9th at 18:30-12:00am Attire: Black Tie/Ball Gown Who: All evening guests   Come party with us, a live band and DJ await!     Picnic In The Park Where: Hove Park, Goldstone Crescent, Hove, BN3 6BG When: Sunday, August 10th at 14:00 - 18:00 Attire: Casual Who: If you'd like to join us please come along Cost: Please bring your own finger food and drinks   The Last Snackdown One last hurrah before we all scatter to our respective time zones! Join us for a park picnic packed with snacks, stories, sunglasses, and strong please don’t talk too loudly energy. It’s the grand finale — minus the dancing, plus carbs.

Weekend Events Plan & Timeline

Jason Ashby

Jess Lareau

Ed Rimell

Mary -Rose Kline

Nik Taylor

Emma Peterson

Richard Groom

Signija Rimell

Chris Newbery

Emily Sobestanovich

Scott Garner

Julia Kumpf

David Benjamin Vaughan

Melody Elliott

Burtukanii "The Cat" Lareau

Ayla Garner

Seth Ashby

Flynn Ashby

Nate Ashby

Our Wedding Party

Q + A

Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

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Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel

Hotel du Vin Brighton

For a more rustic but countryside stay

South Downs Rural Retreats

Hotel Suggestions

Things to Do

Registry

Afternoon Tea: The Grand Hotel97-99 Kings Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 2FW

Rehearsal Dinner: The Gun Inn FindonHigh St, Findon, Worthing BN14 0TA

Ceremony: Sacred Heart Church39 Norton Rd, Brighton and Hove, Hove BN3 3BF

Reception: Findon Place Horsham Rd, Findon, Worthing BN14 0RF

The Venues

Black Tie &amp; Ball Gown - A black tie wedding is a formal event where guests are Black Tie &amp; Ball Gown. For men, this means a tuxedo, and for women a floor-length gown

Wedding Day Dresscode 

Flights &amp; AirportsWe are getting married in Hove, East Sussex, this is a 45 minute train journey or 35 minute drive from the preferred airport London Gatwick, which is one or the two major airports in the South of England. London Heathrow Airport is a 2 hour train journey or 1 hour 30 minutes from Hove.

Parking ﻿Parking for the Afternoon Tea: The Grand HotelRegency Square Car Park (5 minutes walk)Regency Square,&nbsp;Brighton&nbsp;BN1&nbsp;2FGWeekend tariffs1 hour, £5.50 - 2 hours £10 - 4 hours £17.50

Parking for the Rehearsal Dinner: The Gun InnThe Gun Inn has it's own small car park. Other parking may be found near Old Pond Green on Nepcote Lane, as well as on the roads surrounding

Parking for the Ceremony: Sacred Heart ChurchNorton Road Car Park ﻿(2 minutes walk)Norton Road, Hove,&nbsp;BN3&nbsp;3BEWeekend tariffs1 hour, £1.70 - 2 hours £3.30 To make payment by <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/parking-and-travel/parking/paybyphone-parking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pay by Phone</a> For the parking:Use the app and location code 85338Phone 0330 400 7275 with a credit or debit card&nbsp; On Street Parking on Norton Road Not in permit holders only bays (North top half)Use the app and location code 85469Phone 0330 400 7275 with a credit or debit card&nbsp;

Parking at the Reception: Findon PlaceThere is a large free carpark on the left as you arrive

Taxi'sOur beautiful venue, Findon Place is in the small village of Findon near Worthing in West Sussex. It is a rural area so even the closest hotel is a short taxi ride. It is important that taxi's are pre booked back to either local Findon, Brighton or local area hotels. Brighton is a 30 minute taxi ride from the venue. Taxi Company Recommendations BrightonBrighton &amp; Hove Radio Cabs01273 204060 202020 Taxi01273 202020 City Cabs Brighton01273 205205 Findon/WorthingArrow Taxi Group01903 713713 Worthing Taxi07707 757708

Travel & Parking

We would love to try and have a special honeymoon and could do with extra support to be able to take an amazing vacation, so anything is appreciated! Thank you so much for contributing.Love, Jess &amp; Jason Please note this honeymoon fund is for UK guests(contributing in GBP) <a href="https://prezola.com/buy/view/245493" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://prezola.com/buy/view/245493</a>

Registry/Wedding List (UK Guests Only)

We would love to try and have a special honeymoon and could do with extra support to be able to take an amazing vacation, so anything is appreciated! Thank you so much for contributing.Love, Jess &amp; Jason Please note this honeymoon fund is for U.S. guests(contributing in USD) <a href="https://withjoy.com/jessica-and-jason-aug-25/registry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://withjoy.com/jessica-and-jason-aug-25/registry</a>

Registry/Wedding List (U.S. Guests Only)

Flights & Airports We are getting married in Hove, East Sussex, this is a 35 minute train journey or drive from the preferred airport Gatwick, which is one or the two major airports in the South of England. Heathrow airport is a two hour train journey or an hour and a half drive from Hove.

Flights and Airports

Your Role in our Big Day Please can you upload a photo of yourself on the link below, as soon as you can,as we have a surprise for you all! <a href="https://www.picdrop.com/jessjason/UnG41gZio9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.picdrop.com/jessjason/UnG41gZio9</a> Also, please can you RSVP to us as soon as possible. We are aware that the invitations have arrived later than we would have liked,so we appreciate your prompt reply.

Jessica & Jason

Jessica & Jason

Wedding Day Dresscode