FAQs
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How has Covid-19 affected your plans?
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Good question! We have had guidance from the bishop that ceremonies should include only the bare essential people. For this reason, we have decided to have a small, intimate, private ceremony in May 2020 and invite all of our guests to party with us on our first anniversary in 2021! You should have been contacted directly by Lilly or Catherine, but if you have any questions please do get in touch with us.
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What do you mean by a fancy hat?
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We just love hats, and in the UK it is traditional to wear hats at a wedding! A top hat, cork hat, pith helmet, fascinator... any of these can be fancy. Wear a witches hat if it makes you happy. You can get a great selection of hats at Armstrongs which has 3 locations in Edinburgh, and at many local Edinburgh charity shops. Morningside and Stockbridge have a great selection of charity shops with formidable hat selections.
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Do you have a registry?
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We have a small house and a lot of belongings already. Just seeing you on our wedding day will be gift enough for us. If you want to give us something, we would deeply appreciate a contribution to the honeymoon fund.
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What if I'm uncomfortable in a church?
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That's ok! The ceremony shouldn't be too explicitly religious, and St C's is a very open and welcoming church. Please only take part in the parts of the service that you feel comfortable with. Catherine is happy to discuss the contents of the service if you have concerns or would like to know what to expect.
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Will there be singing?
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Probably - have you met Catherine? But it's ok for you not to sing if you don't want to. We'll just be happy if you can be there to celebrate with us.
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I have anxiety - what if I get overwhelmed?
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There is a garden at St C's where you can go for a breather. We are hoping the whole thing will be fairly relaxed and friendly, but if you need to duck out or leave early, we will understand and hope you enjoy the day regardless.
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Can I bring a plus one?
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If we have written on your invitation that you have a guest, then yes. If not, sorry, you can't bring a plus one, but there will be lots of friendly people you can have a good time with.
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please let us know by the end of February if you can make it to the wedding.
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Are kids welcome?
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There will be kids at the ceremony and the reception, however they are all kids we know well. If we haven't invited your kid, sorry, please don't bring them.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Sorry, this is in the middle of Edinburgh and there is almost no parking available. Please factor this into your travel planning. We suggest you use a taxi service or public transport. Many buses stop near to the church.
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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
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Yes! Please join us for a picnic the day after the wedding at our home. Details to be provided later.