Will & John
are getting married
And would love for you to join us
The
Wedding
Weekend
Saturday, 20 July 2024
Mae'n bleser gennym eich gwahodd i ddathlu gyda ni
We are delighted to invite you to celebrate with us
The
Ceremony
We'll be saying "I do" in a short ceremony at the beautiful Turner House Gallery in Penarth town centre. Originally built to house and display the private collection of local merchant, James Pyke Thompson, including paintings by J. M. W. Turner, after which the gallery was named, it is now an arts and creative hub for Penarth.
Saturday, 20 July 2024
2:15pm for a 3pm start
Turner House Gallery
Plymouth Road, Penarth CF64 3DH
The
Reception
We'll continue our celebration in Penarth Pier Pavilion, a 1929 designed Art Deco entertainment space, looking out over the Bristol Channel.
Saturday, 20 July 2024
4pm
Penarth Pier Pavilion
The Esplanade, Penarth CF64 3AU
The
Party
Our evening guests will also join in to follow the call of the disco ball to dance the night away with a live five-piece band and a live DJ.
Saturday, 20 July 2024
7:30pm
Penarth Pier Pavilion
The Esplanade, Penarth CF64 3AU
The
Brunch
If you find yourself still in Penarth or Cardiff on the Sunday morning, we’d be delighted to have you join us for a laid-back hangover brunch in the Secret Garden at Willmore's 1938! A casual and cosy gathering to share stories from the big celebration.
Sunday, 21 July 2024
12pm
The Secret Garden at Willmore's 1938
Cliff Parade, Penarth CF64 5BP
Day
Schedule
2:15pm
Daytime guests to arrive at Turner House Gallery
3pm
The “I do” ceremony
3:30pm
Confetti time
3:45pm
Walk from Turner House Gallery to Penarth Pier Pavilion through Alexandra Park for photos
4pm
All guests to arrive at Penarth Pier Pavilion
4:45pm
Guests seated for speeches
5:15pm
Food is served
6:30pm
Cake cutting
evening
Schedule
7:30pm
Evening guests to arrive at Penarth Pier Pavilion
7:45pm
Greet and photobomb the grooms
8:15pm
Evening grazing tables open
8:45pm
First dance
9pm
Let the music play with a live band
10pm
Follow the call of the disco ball for a live DJ and dancing
11:50pm
One more for the road
12am
Carriages
The
Dress
code
Day
For the daytime event, we ask guests to dress smartly and in attire suitable for a wedding. Add a touch of vibrancy by incorporating floral patterns or wear bold and bright colours. And remember to bring something sparkly for the party.
Evening
For the evening celebration, we invite guests to add a touch of sparkle. Whether it's sequins, glitter, metallics, or accessories that catch the light, add a bit of shimmer to your attire.
Getting to Penarth
Being close to the capital city, Penarth is easily accessible, and both wedding venues are centrally located in the town. If travelling by car from the west, take the A4232 at J33 of the M4 motorway and follow signs to Penarth. If travelling from the east, take the A48(M) at J29 of the M4 motorway and follow signs to Cardiff Bay and Penarth.
For those opting for the train, catch a regular service to Penarth railway station from Cardiff Central. Trains usually run four an hour on weekdays and Saturdays, but only one per two hours on Sundays. So a taxi back to Cardiff Central on the Sunday may be preferable.
Cardiff Castle is hosting a number of music festivals on 19 and 20 July 2024, which may impact your travel plans.
Google Maps directions to Penarth
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We have gathered together the wedding hotspots, as well as places to stay, eat and drink in Penarth as a Google map. Click the button above to see the map in full.
Parking
Street parking without time restrictions can be found on Bridgeman Road, Holmsdale Place, Park Road, Marine Parade, and Plymouth Road. Please be aware that parking spaces on The Esplanade, Beach Road, Cliff Hill and the top end of Plymouth Road (nearest Turner House Gallery) have time restrictions.
There is a free-to-use car park at Cliff Parade with no time restrictions. And, whilst you're there, make sure to pop in to Willmore's 1938 for a coffee and cake after your drive.
If you need car charging points, you will find some at Cliff Parade Car Park, Bridgeman Road, Albert Road and Arcot Street, all of which are walking distance from both wedding venues.
Park at Cliff Parade
Charging points
Taxis
If you require a taxi during your weekend with us, we would recommend Cabs 64, who also have a handy app to book your travel ahead of time. If you are travelling over from Cardiff, Dragon Taxis and Uber are great alternatives.
Cabs 64
Dragon Taxis
Uber
Accomodation
Hotels and guesthouses in Penarth will book up quickly, so please be prompt. Airbnb is also a good place to start looking for accommodation for the weekend. More options can be found in Cardiff Bay, which is only a short drive or taxi ride away.
Airbnb
Glendale Hotel
Beachcliff Rooms and Apartments
Sid’s Restaurant & Bar With Rooms
The Coal Exchange
voco St. David's Cardiff
Premier Inn Cardiff Bay
Travelodge Cardiff Atlantic Wharf
Gifts
We’ve been together for sixteen years,
With all our pots and pans,
And as we don’t need homely gifts,
We’ve got another plan!
Some might say we’re being cheeky,
And it’s not the way it’s done,
But rather than a wedding list,
You know we love some fun!
So if you’d like to give a gift,
And send us on our way,
A donation to our honeymoon,
Would really make our day!
Give online
Kindly use the button above to securely send your gift through PayPal. You'll be directed to a secure PayPal page to complete the transaction. If you prefer the old-fashioned way, we also welcome cash or cheques in cards on the day of the wedding. Your presence and best wishes are the most important to us, but if you do decide to do so, we appreciate your contribution to our honeymoon fund!