FAQs
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**Reminder to check that your passport hasn't expired!**
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Don't pull a Will! :)
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Do I need a car?
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While a car isn’t strictly necessary – local taxis are available –having your own wheels can make things a lot easier. If you are planning to rely on transportation via taxi, we recommend having a transportation plan and even calling taxis ahead of time to pre-book pickups when possible. *Ubers & Lyft are not licensed to operate in the county of Somerset. If you’re comfortable driving in the UK (remember, they drive on the left!) and want to explore the area, a car opens up so many options. There are gorgeous manor houses (museums), cozy country pubs, and scenic hikes all around Somerset, and most are best reached by car. More information on car rental and other transportation options is available via our "Getting Around & Lodging Recommendations" guide: 👉 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lyY02j85CQ6g-iuSkp8k9t1G5KuGLpnnZvSSwJkqUI8/edit?usp=sharing
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Taxi Details
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Getting around by taxi is the easiest form of transport if you don’t have a car. Ubers and Lyfts are NOT available. If you’re staying at a hotel, the front desk can help you order a taxi. You can also contact local taxi firms directly by phone if you have a UK sim card or international phone plan. UK E-Sim cards can be easily purchased online and will provide you a UK phone number. We’ve used Coleman Taxis, a local firm which does cars and people carriers (up to 16). Owner’s contact information: Jamie Coleman at +44 01935 706706. Other local taxi numbers include: Paul’s Private Hire (no relation to the father of the bride): +44 07394 855 985 Hinton Cars: +44 07554 477 617 Freeway Taxis: +44 07725 082 176 Crewkerne Taxis: +44 01460 75088 Wright Price Taxis: +44 07434 784 258 Kingsbury Taxis: +44 01935 827 799 C R Private Hire: +44 07955 215 444 Radio Cabs: +44 01935 426 666 A2Z Taxis Martock: +44 07484 098 722 00Carbs: +44 01935 313 658 Yeovil Taxi Cabs: +44 01935 313 658 Yeovil Cabs: +44 7721 575222 Greenway Travel: +44 01935 357 777
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Transportation & Logistics
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Guidance on getting to and from Brympton is available to review via our "Getting Around & Lodging Recommendations" guide: 👉 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lyY02j85CQ6g-iuSkp8k9t1G5KuGLpnnZvSSwJkqUI8/edit?usp=sharing
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Do I need to learn any songs for the wedding?
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Great question, and indeed we would love guest participation to welcome the couple on to the dance floor! We'll be singing along to the theme song of Will’s favorite English football club, Everton! Bad singing is very welcome! :) Lyrics link: https://www.fanchants.com/football-songs/everton-chants/r09_0024d_f-3/ YouTube Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R12wcFnQmcI Spotify Song link: https://tinyurl.com/chush6zk
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Should I buy a gift?
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Your presence at our wedding is more than enough! If you do feel inclined to give something, please note it is entirely optional and will be warmly appreciated. Please consider mailing your gift to our NYC address on our registry.
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What do I need to travel to England?
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While travelers from the US and the EU do not need a visa, you will need to apply online for a UK Electronic Travel Authorization (UK ETA). This is a new requirement and you will not be able to enter the UK without it! It costs ~$20 per person to apply online or through the UK ETA app. Once you apply, you will receive the ETA by email usually within a day and it is valid for up to 2 years. You can apply for an ETA and find more information on the UK Government website: https://www.gov.uk/eta/apply
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What should I wear?
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The dress code for the welcome party is semi-formal, meaning nice dresses or dressy top & bottoms for women and a nice top / jacket / sports coat with nice pants for men. For the wedding day, the dress code is formal, inspired by British spring (please, no tuxedos or fascinators). Formal dresses are longer, often maxi to floor-length, and men typically wear tailored suits. The British spring inspiration is just an invitation to wear spring color and florals, if you'd like. For more inspiration, check out these Pinterest boards: 👉 Wedding Day Attire Women: Formal British Spring https://pin.it/4KXS4goDu 👉 Wedding Day Attire Men: Formal British Spring https://pin.it/6rr7o8lji
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Where should I stay for the wedding?
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We’re so excited to celebrate the wedding with you at Brympton House! While Brympton has a limited number of rooms (which are already reserved), there are wonderful inns, hotels, and B&Bs nearby. We’d love for everyone to feel comfortable, so we’ve put together a list of options with different styles and budgets, as well as a guide to the nearby towns, available via our "Getting Around & Lodging Recommendations" guide: 👉 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lyY02j85CQ6g-iuSkp8k9t1G5KuGLpnnZvSSwJkqUI8/edit?usp=sharing