For those arriving in Northumberland ahead of the wedding, we’ll be hosting welcome drinks at The Barn at Beal on the mainland on Friday evening. We chose this beautiful spot for its incredible views across the Northumberland coast towards Holy Island. It will be a relaxed evening and a lovely opportunity for our friends and families to meet before the big day. Light snacks will be served. For those of you staying on the island the tide closes at 14.55 on the Friday and opens again 20.20 (officially). This means it will be best to stay on the mainland and head over after the welcome drinks. Or the causeway should be crossable between 7.30-8pm as the official times always have a little leeway. We know many of you are travelling from far and wide, so please don’t worry if you’re unable to join us. We’re simply over the moon that we’ll be seeing you on the big day.

(Note to women: we will be in a field, so take note, for footwear!!) We have decided to maroon ourselves (and all of you!) on the beautiful and historic Holy Island. This place is incredibly special to us. It’s where some of our earliest adventures began, and where we return time and time again to rest, recharge, and get some sea air. Tom’s family have also called the island home, on and off for the past 45 years, weaving it deeply into our story. We can’t wait to share this extraordinary place with you. As you may have heard, Holy Island has its quirks, and that’s part of its magic. The island is only accessible at certain times, when the tide allows. On the day of our wedding, the causeway will open for your arrival… and then the tide will gently roll in, cutting us off from the mainland and the rest of the world. We have very intentionally chosen this date to create a secluded setting for our special day, while still making sure you can travel to and from the island at the perfect times. Safe crossing times: Friday 31st July: 8.05am until 2.55pm; 8.20pm until 3am Saturday 1st August: 8.40am until 3.30pm; 8.55pm until 3.30am Sunday 2nd August: 9.15am until 4.05pm It’s all part of the adventure, and we cannot wait to be wonderfully cut off from the world with you!