FAQs
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What does "Mountain Cocktail" attire mean?
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Think elevated mountain style—polished, comfortable, and appropriate for an outdoor mountaintop celebration. Our ceremony is held mid-mountain, accessible by the Alpine Chairlift. After the ceremony, guests may choose to ride the Alpine Slide or take a 10–15 minute hike down. If you plan to do either, we recommend wearing appropriate footwear. We recommend avoiding stiletto heels due to uneven terrain. Block heels, wedges, flats, boots, or dress shoes are great options.
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Do I need to complete anything before the wedding?
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Yes! All guests attending our ceremony must complete a Transportation & Waiver Form by Monday, July 6. The form includes the required Bromley Mountain liability waiver and asks for your transportation preferences. A link to the form will be emailed to all guests.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
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Yes. The shuttle (school buses) will pick guests up from the 3 main hotels: Kimpton, Hampton Inn, and Palmer House. Pre-Ceremony Hotel Shuttle Schedule: Bus 1: Pick up at Kimpton Taconic at 1:30 pm Pick up at Palmer House at 1:40 pm Bus 2: Pick up at Hampton Inn at 1:25 pm If you are driving yourself, please plan to arrive at Bromley between 1:45 and 2 pm.
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What if I'm staying at an Airbnb or a hotel that isn't on the shuttle route?
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If you're staying at an Airbnb, vacation rental, or a hotel that isn't one of our designated shuttle pickup locations, we recommend checking whether it's within a reasonable walking distance of one of the three shuttle hotels. If so, you're welcome to walk there and ride the shuttle with our other guests. If your accommodations aren't within walking distance, please reach out to Lexie or Alex as soon as possible. We'll be happy to help you make transportation arrangements. Please plan ahead! There is no Uber, Lyft, or taxi service in the Manchester area, so transportation options are very limited.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Yes, there is parking for guests who wish to drive at both the ceremony, Bromley Mountain, and reception, Manchester Country Club.
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How do I get to the ceremony?
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Our ceremony will take place mid-mountain at the top of Bromley's Alpine Chair, a scenic two-person chairlift. Most guests will ride the chairlift to the ceremony. Shuttle transportation up the mountain is reserved for guests with mobility needs or those traveling with babies or young children. Any guest can take the shuttle transportation down, with additional options to take the famous Alpine slide or hike down.
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How do I get down the mountain after the ceremony?
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The Alpine Chair is one-way up only. After the ceremony, guests may choose to: Hike down (approximately 10–15 minutes) Ride the Alpine Slide Take a shuttle to the base area (shuttles down are available to all guests!) Please note that shuttle service will prioritize elderly guests, guests with mobility needs, and families with babies or young children. If you choose the shuttle, there may be a short wait while multiple trips are made.
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What should I wear to the Ceremony?
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Our dress code is Mountain Cocktail (see question 1 for more details). We recommend wearing or bringing comfortable, closed-toe shoes for the ceremony if you plan to hike or ride the Alpine Slide. If you're taking the shuttle, flats or other comfortable shoes are a great option for mountain terrain. Feeling bold? Pack a second pair of heels or dress shoes to change into before the reception at Manchester Country Club so you can enjoy the mountain and still feel your best for an evening of dinner and dancing!
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How do I get to the reception?
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Our reception will be held at Manchester Country Club. Guests who did not drive to Bromley Mountain may ride a complimentary school bus from the base of the mountain to the reception. Guests who drove to the ceremony are welcome to drive directly to the reception.