Rayna & Maxwell

May 30, 2024 • Doncaster, UK

Rayna & Maxwell

May 30, 2024 • Doncaster, UK

Q + A

Why are you two getting married in England?

England is Max and Rayna's happy place, where they frequently enjoy vacationing and visiting Max's sister, Molly. Molly met her husband, Jimmy, studying abroad in Lancaster in 2008. The couple married in 2010 and Molly has lived in the UK since. Molly has been a resident of Rotherham, England for the past 13 years and Molly and Jimmy have two kids together, Jay and Ivy. Additionally, Rossington Hall is like nowhere else in the UK, and definitely not a place you can find in the United States. Max and Rayna always wanted to have their wedding ceremony in England, but when they saw Rossington Hall, it was game over.

Where should I stay?

Depends on if you want to be close to Molly's in Rotherham - where the bride and groom will be staying and going out at The Stag roundabout. OR, if you prefer to be close to the wedding venue. The wedding venue is about 12 miles and a 20-minute car ride from Molly and Jimmy's home. If you would like to stay close to Molly's, the most convenient hotel would be the Premier Inn Rotherham East (M18/M1). Address: Bawtry Road, Wickersley, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 3JB, England. If you would like to stay close to the venue, the most convenient hotel would be the Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel. Address: Great North Road, Doncaster, DN11 0HW, England. Please note that the Premier Inn is in a city center, close to shops, pubs, restaurants, etc. Whereas, the Best Western is a rural location that is not within walking distance of anything but the wedding venue.

How will I get from the airport to my stay?

Our Travel page features details on what airports you can fly into and how to get to the Rotherham/Doncaster area. You can hire a taxicab from the airport or take a train into the city center. If you are staying in Rotherham (The Premier Inn/near Molly & Jimmy's), you can take the train to either Doncaster or Sheffield station and take a cab from the station to your stay. If you are staying in Doncaster (The Best Western) near the wedding venue, you can take the train to the Doncaster station. The National Rail is a dependable rail/train service (https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/). Dependable cab services include Gold Star Taxis (www.goldstar-taxis.com or +44 01709 838383) and A1 Taxis (www.a1taxisrotherham.co.uk or +44 001709 555555)

How will I get to the wedding venue from my stay?

We will be hiring a shuttle going to and from the venue the day of the ceremony for the Best Western Mount Pleasant in Doncaster and The Premier Inn in Rotherham. If you are not staying at the Premier Inn or Best Western, hiring a cab or Uber to transport you to and from your stay and the venue would be recommended.

Will there be a rehearsal dinner?

Yes, there will be a rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding, on Wednesday 29, 2024 at 5:00PM at Clifton Park & Museum. The dinner will take place in the Garden Room at Clifton Park. Arrive 30-45 minutes early to check out the museum! All out of towners are welcome to join us. Address: Clifton Lane, Rotherham S65 2AA, United Kingdom.

Will there be any other festivities than the rehearsal dinner and wedding?

Yes, festivities will kick off on the night of Monday, May 27 with a hendo (British bachelorette party) hosted for Rayna. Festivities will continue the next morning with a pamper session hosted at Molly's from 10am-12pm on Tuesday, May 28th. If you're interested in joining us, please reach out so we can schedule your services. Tuesday night, there will be a birthday party for Ivy Doran hosted at Molly's home from 4-6pm which all guests are welcome to join. Following the birthday party, a stagdo (British bachelorette party) will be hosted for Max. On the Wednesday before the wedding, the rehearsal dinner will take place at 5:00 pm at Clifton Park & Museum. See rehearsal dinner Q&A for more details.

When should I buy my plane ticket(s)?

As soon as possible works! But 4-6 months in advance is advised. Plane tickets from Minneapolis to Manchester average around $900-$1200 per ticket.

If you have any specific questions or need help...

Say you get stuck in an airport, experience a delay, get stuck in a tricky situation or need to know where to get a train from, etc. Contact Molly or Jimmy, or both. Jimmy's #: +447939243459 Molly's # +447904268359 Their address: 21 Bentfield Avenue, Brecks, Rotherham, S60 4LE, England