How do I get to the car park or where does the taxi need to drop me off/collect me from?
Please see directions here (if you are staying at Hever Castle Bed and Breakfast, please see the question & answer below instead). https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EL8436HCklQBox9RNvlaLKdG4iduA4Bh/view?usp=share_link
We're staying at Hever Castle Bed and Breakfast, what do I need to know?
If you are staying on site at Hever, please note you cannot walk back through the castle grounds after 8pm. If you'd like to leave the reception early, you'd need to either order a taxi, drive round in your car or walk all the way round (which is pretty far).
Directions to get to the bed and breakfast parking are here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16R0rtN82i33adAfWdNTBddzYKVd2Z7v1/view?usp=share_link
What's on your gift list?
If you go onto our gifts web page, you will see all info about this.
Why are you getting married in Kent??
This is probably the question we've been asked the most since deciding on our venue. A long story short, we were going to drag you all out to Italy but decided it was far too inconvenient for so many people (including our wallet) so we restarted our search and found Hever Castle's Italian Gardens. We promise it is worth the trip.
Luke would also like to mention that part of Star Wars was filmed here (scenes on Naboo).
Can my children come?
Only those who have been named on the envelope are invited to our wedding day. Unfortunately, we have had to make the VERY hard decision to limit the amount of children at our wedding due to budget & safety (there's an open lake!). We hope you understand and can find suitable childcare for the evening.
If this causes any issues for you, please feel free to message Harlie.
What are we eating?
Good question. Food :). Please make sure to list all allergies when you RSVP. If there are any changes to your allergies after submitting your RSVP, please message Harlie.
Why is your ceremony so late?
Our ceremony is at 4:20pm, this is due to the location restrictions and timing permissions.
What should I wear?
We're going for a black-tie vibe but honestly, anything appropriate to a formal wedding is all good with us.
Please no white, no jeans, no trainers... so leave your white denim trainers at home, Janet, you'll make the vibes all wonky.
What is the RSVP deadline?
30th April 2025 but we’d love you more if it was earlier.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
The ceremony is outdoors but under cover.
The drinks reception is outdoors.
The wedding breakfast is indoors.
The reception is indoors.
Please note - there is no air-conditioning if it is warm weather.
How should I get to and from the venue?
Due to the location of Hever Castle, it is essential that all taxis and transportation is pre-booked. It is extremely difficult to request taxis for an immediate pick up. Below is a list of companies that we recommend.
- Relyon (Edenbridge Town Station) – 01732 863 800 - contact@relyoncars.co.uk
- Western Cars (East Grinstead)- 01342 300000
- Beeline Taxis (Sevenoaks Station) - 01732 456 214
You can drive and park at the Lakeside carpark, however vehicles cannot be left overnight.
If you are staying in Hever Castle bed and breakfast, they will run a shuttle service to take us to our rooms as we can't walk through the castle at night.
Can I bring a plus 1?
Unless this has been stated on your invitation envelope then unfortunately, we cannot give you a plus one.
Am I invited to the whole day or just the evening?
If you received an invitation with 4pm on, you are invited to the entire day.
If you are invited to join us for the reception, your invitation will clearly state this.
What will your married name be?
Luke will remain as a Bowman. Harlie will be taking Luke's surname, but not dropping her own.
On the day of the wedding, we will be introduced as The Bowmans. However, Harlie's legal surname will be Bowman-Scarratt... for now!
Should I bring confetti?
Our venue does not allow for confetti due to the number of Italian statues so please do not bring it.
When does the party end?
Carriages are at midnight. Please arrange your transportation to your hotels/home for this time.
Anything else I should know?
The ceremony area leads onto a completely open lake, please take extra care.
If it rains, we're still going to be outside for the ceremony (undercover) and the drinks reception.
There is no smoking on site, nor will we tolerate any drug use.
If your intention is to get completely smashed, please do not come. We want to celebrate our union without having to babysit drunk people or worry that things may become broken. We completely trust that our guests aren't like this anyway!
If you want to get us a gift, we thank you in advance and would direct you towards our 'Gifts' page.
What if I have a question that isn't listed here?
Please reach out to Harlie on 07531344262.