FAQs

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What is the Address for the Venue?

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The West Mill, Haslams Lane, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1DZ This is the address for the entire day we have planned - we can't wait to share it with you. As you drive up Haslams Lane, past the rugby club, you will spot the Mill chimney ahead of you. The West Mill is then signposted left.

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Is there Car Parking available at the Venue?

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Yes! There is room for approximately 30 cars at the Venue, and there is additional space for Evening Guests. Our Groomsmen will be on hand to help guests parking their cars. Guests are welcome to leave their cars overnight, however, The West Mill asks these are collected by 10am the following morning. We are honoured that some guests are intending to stay over in Derby to celebrate the whole day with us. Of course, guests are welcome to leave their cars at their hotel, should they prefer - please check the Travel section for the local taxi service.

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When are RSVPs due?

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Our simple ask, is that all our special guests RSVP to our Wedding as soon as possible. However, we kindly ask all guests to let us know if they will be attending by latest 23rd March, so we can make appropriate arrangements. If your RSVP does not arrive before this date, you will be sorely missed from our special day. Please reach out to one of us should you need to.

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What time should I arrive?

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During the day, we kindly ask our guests to arrive at the Venue by 12.30pm. This will ensure you are able to find The West Mill, explore the Venue, and make your way to the Ceremony area. For Evening Guests, we ask you arrive from 7.00pm, so you are in time for your first drink and our first dance!

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Is there a Dress Code?

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We would love our guests to dress up with us! It's a special day for you as well as us, and we want everyone at our wedding to look their absolute best. Also, it may come as second nature to some, but sometimes people just need a little reminder: please do not wear cream or white to our wedding!

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Can I bring a Guest?

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We would love our wedding to be an intimate event, with close family and friends. Therefore, 'Plus Ones' and additional guests will already be specified on your invitation.

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Are kids invited?

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We love all the children in our lives, however we have decided to keep our Wedding and Reception an adults-only affair (the only exceptions will be the little ones in our Bridal Party/immediate family). Invitations will be specific and will include all the names of any children invited. We hope all our guests understand and appreciate this, and most importantly, enjoy their night off!

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Will there be an Open Bar?

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Hmmmm, let us think about that.... HELL YES! From guest arrival through to the Wedding Breakfast, the drinks are on us, but the hangovers are totally on you (we take no responsibility for sore heads or dodgy bellies the following morning)! After the Wedding Breakfast and into the night, drinks can be bought from the bar in the Reception area. Please note the bar takes Card Only.

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Is there Accommodation on-site?

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All on-site accommodation at The West Mill will be allocated for the Bridal Party only, for both the night before and the night of our wedding - you will be informed if you are able to stay on-site. However, there are plenty of hotels within a 5-10 minute drive of The West Mill - please check the Travel section for more information. Remember - check with other guests who might be staying at the same hotel as you, so taxi rides back are cheaper!

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I'm staying over in Derby, but how do I catch a taxi to and from the Wedding?

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Fear not! The West Mill have kindly provided us with contact details for a local, verified taxi company, so you are able to pre-book your taxi back. There is also a designated taxi pick-up point. This number is also available at the Venue, should you need it on the day. 75 TAXI 01332 757575

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Can I take Photos/Videos during the Ceremony?

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We strongly request that guests do not have their phones/cameras out during the ceremony. It's really important to us that you experience the day in the moment, with us. Our Photographer is very highly skilled, and we intend to show you each and every photo after the Wedding anyway! Once the ceremony has finished, we ENCOURAGE you to take as many photos of us, yourselves and every little detail of our beautiful venue and the decor we've chosen. We do ask that these are not shared on social media until our Evening Reception has begun. We wouldn't want to spoil anything for our Evening guests! We hope everyone will be present and too busy enjoying the day anyway!

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How can I pay for my drinks from the bar, at the Evening Reception?

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The West Mill accepts Card payments only at the bar.

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Is there anything you would prefer as a gift for your Wedding?

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As you probably know, by the time the wedding comes, we'd have been together over 12 years. We have the house, the glassware, and the toaster already! Your presence is of course all we request on our wedding day. However, should you wish to gift us something, we'd love the most incredible Honeymoon together - a contribution towards this would be amazing and we'd be so grateful!