Our Story
In 2016, on the steps of the Ottawa Jail Hostel, we forged a friendship that would eventually grow into a strong relationship of love, laughter and respect. With our unique and adventurous spirits, we travelled across countries and oceans making memories and, more importantly, friendships. In 2021, Laura surprised everyone by being the one to get down on one knee in the Clark living room and Stephanie surprised no one by saying yes. As we move into this next chapter laughing, we are delighted to share this celebration with the friends and family who have so greatly impacted our lives.
Schedule
Friday 27 October 2023
3:00pm
Check-in
Rathsallagh Country House
Rathsallagh Demesne, Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
3:30pm
Ceremony
Weather dependent - orchard or orangery.
4:15pm
Drinks Reception
Drinks and nibbles in the drawings rooms and front lawns.
5:30pm
Dinner
9:00pm
Speeches and Sweets
9:30pm
The Dance-Off Begins!
Live music and dancing, with a light snack being served at 23:30.
Saturday 28 October 2023
12:00pm
Day Two - Samhain and Wedding Celebrations
An afternoon of casual revelry for all family members and friends. A chance to catch up, relax, and nurse our hangovers with the hair of the dog. (A shuttle will go from Rathsallagh to West Wicklow House for wedding attendees)
attire: Fancy dress optional!
West Wicklow House
Main St, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Directions to Rathsallagh House
From Dublin/The West ( Dublin Airport ) ( driving time 1 hour ) - Take the M50 south bound (for Naas, Kildare) - Come off the M50 for Naas, Kildare, the South - N7 South - Exit the N7 at junction 11 for the M9 southbound . - Road Signs will direct you towards Waterford / Carlow / Kilkenny. - Exit at Junction 3. - Take a left coming off the ramp at roundabout for the R747 Baltinglass. - At the next T junction take a left onto the R448 for Crookstown. - Pass Crookstown service station and take the next right for Dunlavin , 3km to Rathsallagh From South Dublin ( Dunlaoghaire) ( driving time 1 hour ) - Take the R113 to the M50 and exit for Tallaght taking the N81 ( South ) to Blessington - Go straight through Blessington on the Baltinglass road, follow this road for about Six miles to Hollywood Cross and take a right to Dunlavin. . Toughers Petrol Station, and signs for Wicklow Gap on the left . - In Dunlavin village, past the Court House in the center of the street, make a right turn out of the village for Rathsallagh. Entrance to Rathsallagh is 3 miles from village on left.
Accommodation Information
Rathsallagh House has numerous rooms available on site, and can be booked on their website with our wedding code: 23RA2710. Please book here with the code if you'd like to stay at Rathsallagh House: https://secure.rathsallagh.com/bookings/specials Local B&B's include:
Wedding Party
Meet the lovely family and friends who will stand by our sides on the big day.
Richard
Liza
Nichola
Kirsten
Colm
Laura
Our Gift Registry
The most important thing to us is that you are able to celebrate with us on our wedding day. However, if you wish to give a gift, we will gratefully accept a small contribution towards our honeymoon.
Children
As much as we adore the little ones in our lives, we are unable to invite children to our wedding. We hope that the advance notice means you are still able to attend.
Menu
We will be offering two menus for the evening, a vegetarian option and a meat option. Please see the menus below: Starter: (V) Tower of Grilled Vegetables with Polenta Cake Parsley & Citrus Salsa Confit of Pork Shoulder in Panko Crust, served with Celeriac Remoulade, Apple, Verjus & Grape Dressing. Main: (V) Shallot Pea Ravioli with Lemon Olive Oil, Asparagus, Mint & Vegan Parmesan Braised Lamb Shank with Colcannon, Roasted Root Vegetables and Rosemary Jus Grilled Fillet of Sea Bass with Andalusian Tomato Sauce, Broccolini with Herb & Lemon Oil, Smoked Almonds and Creamed Potatoes Dessert: Vanilla Crème Brulée with Sablé Biscuits or White Chocolate Mousse with Strawberries, fresh cream and an Almond Crumble