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Emma & Nicholas

15 · May · 2027

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Emma & Nicholas

Saturday, the 15th of May, 2027

Tythe Barn, Launton, Oxfordshire

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How it all began

Nobody quite knows how the best stories begin. For Emma and Nicholas, it started simply — a few messages, a first date at The Broken Dock in Bristol, and a drive home that Nicholas made with a grin he couldn't quite explain.

What was supposed to be a casual drink turned into an evening neither of them wanted to end. That was the 1st of October 2022, and from that night on, things moved in only one direction.

Nearly three years later, on the 27th of August 2025, Nicholas led Emma along the West Coast of Wales — picnic in hand — and asked her to marry him. She said yes. Now we're here, and we can't wait to celebrate with all of you.

Emma and Nicholas engagement photo

Day Schedule

1:00 pm
Guests Arrive
Welcome drinks on the front lawn at Tythe Barn
2:00 pm
Ceremony
St Mary's Church, Launton — please be seated by 1:45pm
2:30 pm
Drinks Reception, Photos & Canapés
Back at the barn — prosecco, Pimm's and canapés in the grounds
4:00 pm
Wedding Breakfast
The Barn — three courses followed by speeches at 6:30pm
7:30 pm
Evening Guests Arrive
Welcome drinks and the celebrations continue — adults only
8:00 pm
Evening Reception
Cake cutting, first dance and dancing the night away
9:30 pm
Late Night Food
Something delicious to keep you going on the dancefloor
Midnight
Carriages
Last orders at 11:30pm — please pre-book your taxis!

Travel & Stay

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By Car

Tythe Barn is at Charbridge Lane, Launton, Bicester OX26 4SR — just 5 minutes from junction 9 of the M40. Free parking is available on site. what3words: plates.judge.crush

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By Train

Bicester North and Bicester Village stations are both a short taxi ride away (around 10 mins). Direct trains run from London Marylebone in approximately 45 minutes.

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Taxis — Bicester

Please pre-book in advance! ABC Taxis: 01869 242601 · Alpha Cars: 01869 242424 · Future Cars: 01869 327711 · QC Taxis: 01869 249090 · Star Cars: 01869 327711

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Taxis — Oxford & Banbury

ABC Radio Cars (Oxford): 01865 242424 · K Cars: 01865 377313 · Royal Cars: 01865 777333 · Banbury Taxis: 01295 263838 · Airport Cars: 01295 272727

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Hotels — Near the Venue

The Chesterton Hotel — 10 mins, 01869 326550 · Bicester Hotel Golf & Spa — 11 mins, 01869 241204 · Holiday Inn Express Bicester — 9 mins, 03719 021600 · Premier Inn Bicester — 8 mins, 0333 321 9288 · Littlebury Hotel — 8 mins, 01869 252595 · The Lion at Wendlebury — 8 mins, 01869 225873

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Hotels — Oxford (30 mins)

A beautiful city worth exploring if you're making a weekend of it. Old Bank Hotel — right on the High Street, 01865 799599 · Malmaison Oxford — boutique & characterful, 01865 689944 · The Randolph Hotel — iconic Victorian landmark, 0344 879 9132 · Courtyard by Marriott — modern & central, 01865 306900

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B&Bs & Self-Catering

West Farm, Stratton Audley — 7 mins, westfarmstablestudios.co.uk · Watts Lodge, Bicester — 6 mins, wattslodge.com · Hill View Farm, Poundon — 13 mins, hvfarm.co.uk · The Fox Inn, Souldern — 15 mins, thefoxatsouldern.co.uk · Panshill Luxury Lodges — 15 mins, panshillaccommodation.co.uk

Tythe Barn · Charbridge Lane · Launton · OX26 4SR

Explore the Area

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Oxford City

Just 30 minutes from the venue, Oxford is one of England's most beautiful cities. Stroll through the university colleges, visit the stunning Ashmolean Museum or the Botanic Garden, take a punt on the river, or simply wander the honey-stone streets. A perfect Sunday outing.

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Bicester Village

World-famous designer outlet shopping just 10 minutes from the barn — perfect for a Saturday morning browse before the big day, or a Sunday treat. Over 160 boutiques with brands at reduced prices. Open 9am–7pm Monday–Saturday, 10am–7pm Sunday.

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The Cotswolds

The rolling Cotswold countryside is on your doorstep — picture-perfect villages like Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford and Chipping Norton are all within 30–40 minutes. Ideal for a Sunday drive or afternoon walk before heading home.

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Local Pubs & Dining

The area is full of brilliant country pubs. We love The Fox Inn at Souldern, The Lion at Wendlebury and The Pointer at Brill for a proper Sunday roast. All within 15–20 minutes of the venue.

The Wedding Party

Nicholas's Wedding Party
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Best Man
Simon Weaver
Brother of the Groom
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Best Man
Keaton McKie
Friend of the Groom
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Father of the Groom
Stephen Weaver
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Mother of the Groom
Stephanie Weaver
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Sister-in-Law
Hayley Weaver
Simon's Wife
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Grandparents of the Groom
Derek & Sheila
Emma's Wedding Party
Alice Marriott
Maid of Honour
Alice Marriott
Sister of the Bride
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Father of the Bride
Chris Marriott
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Mother of the Bride
Pippa Marriott
Marcus Marriott
Brother of the Bride
Marcus Marriott

Gift Registry

Your presence on our wedding day truly is the greatest gift. If you'd like to give something, we'd be so grateful for a contribution towards our honeymoon fund — but please don't feel any pressure at all. We mean it!

RSVP by 1st February 2027

We'd love to know if you can make it! Please click below to RSVP — it only takes a couple of minutes and helps us plan the most wonderful day.

Deadline: 1st February 2027

RSVP Now

You'll be taken to our RSVP page where you can let us know your plans, dietary requirements and more.

Frequently Asked

Black tie! We'd love to see everyone dressed up to the nines — think floor-length gowns, tuxedos and dinner jackets. One practical note: the path between St Mary's Church and the barn is gravel, and there are some uneven surfaces in the grounds, so if you're planning on heels it's worth going for a chunkier heel or bringing a pair of flats to change into for the evening!

Yes — we've made the decision to keep the whole day adults only. We completely understand this may require some planning and we truly appreciate your understanding. We hope it means you can relax and enjoy every moment!

The ceremony will be held at St Mary's Church, Launton — right next door to the Tythe Barn. Guests are invited to arrive at the barn from 1:00pm for welcome drinks on the front lawn, before making their way to the church for the 2:00pm ceremony. After the ceremony, simply follow the path back to the barn.

Yes, there is free on-site parking at Tythe Barn (Charbridge Lane, OX26 4SR — what3words: plates.judge.crush). We're currently confirming whether cars can be left overnight — we'll update this page as soon as we know. The venue highly recommends pre-booking taxis to avoid disappointment.

We have a wonderful photographer capturing the whole day. During the ceremony at St Mary's we'd love an unplugged moment — please put phones away so everyone can be truly present. After that, snap and share away!

Confetti and dried petals aren't permitted at Tythe — but don't worry, there are two brilliant alternatives that make for equally gorgeous photos! Dried lavender looks beautiful and smells amazing, and bubbles are always a crowd favourite. We'd love to see a cloud of either as we walk out!

Just one thing worth knowing — balloons and inflatables aren't allowed inside the thatched barn or the cowshed, though they're perfectly fine outside in the grounds. The barn is a stunning 14th century listed building so the venue does have a few rules to keep it in good shape for everyone to enjoy!

Absolutely! After the wedding breakfast we'll be serving late night food at around 9:30pm to keep everyone going on the dancefloor. Nobody is going home hungry.

Yes! We'd love to carry the celebrations into Sunday with a relaxed get-together for those who'd like to join. It's completely informal — just a lovely chance to gather again before everyone heads home. Let us know in your RSVP if you'd like to come along.

The celebrations finish at midnight, with last orders at 11:30pm. Please pre-book your taxi in advance — it's a popular area on weekends and we'd hate for anyone to be stranded at the end of the night!

Drop us a message at [email protected] and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. We'll keep updating this page as more details are confirmed, so do check back closer to the day!