Dinner in Carlisle

Group departure from the halston hotel

Picnic on the Grounds

Highland Games

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day Breakfast

Wedding Ceremony

Canapes and Drinks

Wedding Breakfast

Wedding Reception

Breakfast the Day after

Our Wedding

For the "wedding breakfast" (the first dinner after we get married), we will have a three course meal and there are two chices for each course for each guest to choose from. Adults please follow the link below to make your selections by May 17th, 2026! (Kids don't need to worry, their menu is already set!)

<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpnfVWWzh-VFpBpRmdLEhTRZ0gp2fGcDTQSm4wrhvHuPXJ3Q/viewform?usp=header" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here for menu selection form</a>

At our picnic on mthe grounds, we will be having highland games! Please let us know if you would like to participate in them.

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Menu & Games Selection

Wedding Day Attire - June 17thWe ask that you wear formal attire to the wedding ceremony and reception.Ladies will please wear full length evening dresses, andgentlemen are requested to wear a nice 3 piece suit; tuxedos are not required.

Welcome Picnic Attire - June 16thThe welcome picnic will be held outside on the grounds of Springkell house. We request that guests wear semi-fornal attire for the picnic, and it will likely be in the 60s–70s in the afternoon, so bring a light layer just in case. The theme of our picnic is an English garden party, so please join the bride and groom in dressing in fun spring colors and florals, think Easter Sunday attire (View the inspiration pictures below for ideas!). We will have some fun activities (including mini highland games!), during which you may get a little dirty! As such, you are welcome to change into casual attire for the highland games specifically.Rehearsal Dinner Attire - June 16thWe request that guests dress in formal attire, cocktail or evening gowns for ladies and suits for gentlmen, though tuxedos are not required.

Wedding Weekend Attire & Inspiration

What airport should we fly into?Glasgow airport (GLA), is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes from Carlise, and Edinburgh airport (EDI) is about 2 hours. We suggest investigating both of these options to find what flights work best for you! How do we get to Carlisle from the airport?There are several options to get to Carlisle: 1. TRAIN: There is a train from Glasgow Central station and one from Edinburgh Waverly station that both arrive at Carlisle Halston Hotel station, right by our suggested hotel. Both journeys are between 1 hour and 1 hour and a half for around $30 per ticket, you should purchase these on <a href="https://uk.trip.com/?locale=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Trip.com</a>. 2. CAR RENTAL: Cars can be rented at either airport. For your convenience, following are a few links to popular rental car agencies. Cars can also be rented with either of these companies in Carlisle after the wedding if you want to travel around the UK.<a href="https://www.sixt.com.au/?changeLocale=true&amp;et_uk=94b8664c28c54a18832eb8ab393c7c7d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sixt</a><a href="https://www.hertz.ch/p/en/car-hire/switzerland/zurich/zurich-airport" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hertz</a> What is the weather and climate like in the area?Average June temperatures near Springkell range from daytime highs in the mid-60s to evening lows in the mid-40s. For up-to-date weather information prior to your departure, please review the local weather forecast. For your comfort, we kindly recommend bringing a light wrap for the cooler evening hours and sunglasses for the outdoor ceremony. What Is the dress code for your wedding festivities?The dress code for our wedding ceremony is formal. Full length dresses for ladies and suits for gentlemen will be appropraite. You can find the attire for the pre- and post- event festivities on the Attire and Inspiration tab. Will the wedding ceremony be indoor or outdoor?Our afternoon ceremony and reception will be held outdoors, followed by dinner indoors. Please note: In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to an alternate location. We will keep you updated with any changes! What are the addresses of the wedding ceremony and reception venues?Our wedding ceremony on June 31st will be held at Springkell house, and the dinner will follow there as well. What are the location addresses of the pre- and post-wedding festivities? A group shuttle will be arranged from the Halston Hotel in Carlisle at 11:30 am to Springkell House on Tuesday, June 16th. Are additional guests invited?Due to limited space at our venue, we kindly ask that only the individuals listed on your invitation attend. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate additional guests at the wedding festivities. We truly appreciate your understanding and support. Are we invited to attend all of the scheduled wedding festivities?We’re so excited to celebrate with you!All of our invited guests are warmly welcome to join us for each of the scheduled wedding festivities: Tuesday, June 16 – Picnic and rehearsal dinner Wednesday, June17 – Wedding day! Do you have a wedding registry?We understand the time, effort, cost, and energy it takes to join us for our wedding, and we are truly honored to have you as our guests. Your presence is the greatest gift we could ask for—so please come with empty hands and full hearts!

FAQ's

We ask that everyone arrive into Carlisle, England, on Monday June 15, and spend the night there before taking a prebooked coach to Springkell the next day for three days of wedding activities. The hotel that we suggest everyone stays at, and that the bride, groom, and their families, will be staying at, is the Halston Hotel in Carlisle. <a href="https://thehalston.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your room here</a>

Accomodations

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Carlisle: Everyone will be arriving into Carlisle on Monday the 15th, so here are some links with fun things to do there!- <a href="https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carlisle-castle/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Carlisle Castle</a>- <a href="https://www.discovercarlisle.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fun things to do in Carlisle</a>

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