Catherine Donahoe
Johannes Staufenberg
Catherine Donahoe
Johannes Staufenberg
June 13, 2026
Events
Friday, June 12, 2026
Welcome drinks
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Summer casual attire. Shorts, jeans, sandals, etc welcome!
Kicking things off with outdoor drinks and food by the Thames - children are very much welcome! We’ll be serving buffet-style Bavarian bratwurst, schnitzel, pretzels, and more throughout the evening, including vegetarian options. Please RSVP via your Paperless Post invite by April 1st.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Ceremony, Dinner, and Dancing
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 3:00 pm - Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 1:00 am
Off Church Ln, Petersham Rd, Richmond, London TW10 7AQ, United Kingdom
Summer cocktail attire: bright colors encouraged! We'll be on grass and gravel so please choose footwear accordingly.
We can't wait to celebrate with you! Please arrive at 3pm for a 3:30pm ceremony. Following an outdoor ceremony, we'll have drinks and dinner in the Nurseries, followed by more music and dancing at Petersham House. Throughout the day we'll be both outdoors and indoors, and have a few very short walks between venues (<3 minutes) so please plan accordingly. We love your children, but this one's an adults-only affair. Please RSVP via your Paperless Post invite by April 1st.
Travel & Accommodation
Flight
London Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow (LHR) is the nearest airport. **PLEASE NOTE** As of 2026, all non-British passport holders (including US citizens of any age) must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before flying to the UK. It costs £16 and approval can take several days Please apply well in advance at www.gov.uk/eta/apply
Hotel
Harbour Hotel Richmond
If you book via the website link below (click 'View'), a small discount will be applied. Note: If you'll arrive before Friday you'll need to book via the standard website reservation system. Just a quick 5-minute taxi or a 10-minute walk down the hill across Petersham Meadows to the wedding venue.
Hotel
The Selwyn Hotel
If you email Reservations@theselwyn.co.uk and mention you're part of the Donahoe/Staufenberg wedding on 13 June 2026, the hotel will offer a 10% discount. Just a quick 7-minute taxi to the wedding venue.
Hotel
Premier Inn London Richmond
Just an 8 minute taxi ride to the wedding venue.
FAQs
Question
How do I RSVP?
Answer
Please RSVP using your Paperless Post invite by April 1st. Be sure to complete the follow-up questions for you and your party.
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Tell me more about the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for US citizens
Answer
This is brand new requirement - we're sorry! It costs £16 to apply online or through the UK ETA app. Every traveler needs their own ETA regardless of age. Please allow up to 3 working days (Monday to Friday) for your ETA to be issued. Apply here: www.gov.uk/eta/apply
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Are children invited?
Answer
Saturday’s main celebration will be an adults-only occasion. But we are looking forward to seeing everyone at the welcome event on Friday!
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What time should I arrive?
Answer
For Friday, head to Stein's Richmond for 6pm. For Saturday, please arrive at Petersham Nurseries for 3pm.
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How much walking is there between venues on Saturday?
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It's only a couple minutes walk between the different sites, though the ground underfoot includes soft grass and pebbles - so plan your footwear accordingly.
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Will we be indoors or outdoors?
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A bit of everything! The ceremony will be outdoors, followed by cocktails under the pergola. Dinner will be in the glasshouse, and dancing takes place inside Petersham House - with a marquee outside for dancing breaks.
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What will the weather be like?
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It could be anything from cold and rainy to blue skies and warm. Please pray to the weather gods for us and check the weather forecast in the days leading up to see what we'll get.
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Can I drive and park?
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There is limited on-site parking for about 40 cars, and attendants will be there to help you find a spot. If you can travel without a car, please do! We would like to save these spaces for guests driving from further away. If you are staying at a nearby hotel, most offer their own parking and are just a short walk from the venue.
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What about dietary requirements?
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If you have any allergies or specific requirements, please let us know in the RSVP form. Dinner on Saturday will be served family-style (sharing), but we can always rustle up specific meals for those who need it. Just a heads-up that we’ll have fewer options available for Friday’s meal - but there will be some vegetarian options.
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How do I get home at the end of the night?
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Taxis/Ubers are available around the clock, and the nearest station is Richmond, which is on the District line and has the N65 night bus running through the night. If you're staying locally in Petersham or Richmond, most hotels are within a 15-minute walk of the venue.
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Do you have a gift list?
Answer
We are so grateful you're making the trip out! Just bring yourselves and be ready for a good time!