In 2014, two very attractive and intelligent individuals named Lucy and Dan met at Bangor University Debating Club freshers' week taster session. After years spent without contact, in denial about their deep attraction for one another and inevitable future together, they reunited at London Zoo. Here, they ate chocolate, learned about monitor lizards and decided they'd quite like to carry on eating chocolate and learning about interesting things with each other.
6.5 years, 6ish jobs, 4 trips abroad, 3 homes, 2 nieces, 1.5 masters degrees and 1 brain tumour later, they decided that they'd quite like to make eating and learning about things together a life-long hobby.
They are now getting married on 30th August 2025 in the quiet coastal village of East Portlemouth in South Devon and would love for you to join them to celebrate. Please RSVP using the link above and let us know if you have any questions.
The STORY
Important Information
Getting Here
East Portlemouth is a beautiful, remote destination that can be reached by public transport and car. If you're travelling by train, the nearest station is Totnes, which is approximately 13 miles away. From there, you can take a taxi directly to the venue or a bus to Salcombe, then ferry to East Portlemouth. This is a cheap option and a great adventure but we wouldn't recommend doing this in the rain!
If you're driving, there will be parking available at the Village Hall. Avoid coastal roads via Southpool as you may get stuck by the tide. We hope you have a wonderful trip
Dress code
Groom will be in a kilt. Bride will be in a dress. if you want to go all out, feel free, just make sure to bring shoes you can dance in.
Depending on the final plan for the day, you may also want to bring something comfortable for the beach.
ACCOMMODATION
We want you to have a comfortable stay during our wedding celebration. Here's some recommended accommodation options for you. It is very important you book accommodation if needed ASAP as local accommodation will be booked up extremely early. Please let us know when and where you have booked so we can coordinate potential transport and other activities closer to the time. Avoid staying in Salcombe as this is a pain travel-wise and very expensive.
Closest:
- Village Farm Glamping/Camping, East Portlemouth, TQ8 8PN, https://villagefarmdevon.com/bell-tents
- High Nature, camping and Yurts, East Portlemouth, TQ8 8PN, Tel: 01548-842325, 07775504550
- Off Grid Holiday Accommodation Meadow Barn, East Portlemouth, TQ8 8PN, Tel: 01548-844157
- High House Farm Caravan Field, Rickham, TQ8 8PJ, Tel: 01548-842325, 07775504550
Taxi / <30min drive away:
- Church House Inn, Stokenham, Tel: 01548-580253
- South Allington House, South Allington, https://www.southallingtonhouse.co.uk nick@southallingtonhouse.co.uk, Tel: 01548 511272
- Start Bay Caravan and Motor Home Campsite, Stokenahm/Torcross
- Start Point Lighthouse Cottages, https://www.ruralretreats.co.uk/england/devon-holiday-cottages/beacon-cottage_dv066
It may also be worth looking at these nearby villages:
East Prawle (home to our favourite pub, The Pig's Nose)
Holset
Start Point Lighthouse cottages
Beesands
Stokenham
Torcross
Frogmore
South Allington
South Pool
Slapton
Chillngton
East Charlton
West Chalton
Kingsbridge is the closest town which will have alternative accommodation offers. Totnes is the closest large town and where the nearest rail station is. It's a longer journey away but one of our favourite towns with loads to see and rich in history.
schedule of Events
Days leading up to wedding day:
We will be arriving several days before and will be doing bits and bobs around the area. We'll put more details here closer to the time in case you fancy joining in.
Wedding day:
Early morning
Bridal party wake up at the crack of dawn to spend hours making selves look "natural". Groom's party roll out of bed into kilts and leave 10 mins later.
0930
Boring legal bit in Kingsbridge registry office (immediate family only)
0937
High tide
1500
Guests arrive at East Portlemouth Village Hall.
1530
Wedding ceremony promptly begins.
1542
Low tide
1630
Buffet-style food and speeches
1900
First dance
0000
Last dance
Days after wedding day:
We'll still be knocking around for a few days afterwards. We'll put more details here, closer to the time, about what we're up to on these days in case you'd like to join the fun.
