Kay & Peter
We're getting Hitched!
September 20th 2025
Our Love Story
Kay
My mum always said that Pete was "waiting for the other one to mess up," Its funny how your mum is always right because take it right back to April 1994 I have to be honest I was terrified at the intensity of my feelings for you, Pete. I hid your cycling gloves behind my back in the hope you would kiss me. Its something I had waited a very long time for. I convinced myself that you didn't like me, but in my heart I knew in the way you looked at me there was chemistry. I kicked myself often for losing contact for over 20 years but this proves life is mapped out.
I wholeheartedly believe the universe saw me struggling and sent me the sweetest most patient and kind and selfless person I could have asked for. Someone who I know will keep mine and my daughter's (now ours) heart safe. You make life make sense in a world that just didn't and times were really hard. I believe that all it takes is for the girl who was never loved properly to meet the man who was never appreciated and boom life all starts to make sense! No matter what lies ahead we are a team and I know we can tackle it together.
The wait for this perfect fairytale will be 11,479 days from that first kiss when I was just 15 so its right that we party accordingly!!! The life we have created is nothing short of amazing and I can't wait for you to call me your wife.
I wholeheartedly believe the universe saw me struggling and sent me the sweetest most patient and kind and selfless person I could have asked for. Someone who I know will keep mine and my daughter's (now ours) heart safe. You make life make sense in a world that just didn't and times were really hard. I believe that all it takes is for the girl who was never loved properly to meet the man who was never appreciated and boom life all starts to make sense! No matter what lies ahead we are a team and I know we can tackle it together.
The wait for this perfect fairytale will be 11,479 days from that first kiss when I was just 15 so its right that we party accordingly!!! The life we have created is nothing short of amazing and I can't wait for you to call me your wife.
Peter
Back when I was 18 in 1993, I met Kay when she was walking out of Maidstone Girls Grammar School I could see that this smiley, giggly and also very attractive young lady was a real catch, but for me, she was out of reach, and out of my league! Fast forward to 2013, we met again through the power of social media, and I thought it would be great to meet to have a catch up. I arranged to go to a pub called the Woolpack in Benover, and as soon as I saw her I thought - WOW!! This young lady was stunning, and throughout our pub meal, I could sense that this was the one for me, the lady who not just stole my heart, but also infiltrated my brain, and I couldn't think of anyone else that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. In 2016, I made the next important decision in my life, to move from Maidstone up to live with Kay in Orpington. Kay has also welcomed and opened her heart to my children, for which I will forever be grateful. Now 'Our' children and grandchildren celebrate with us on this momentous occasion and I am so excited to be able to confirm my love with Kay in front of all our families and friends.
Kay and Peter
We are hosting an I Do Do!
Follow the Call of the Disco Ball
We are super happy to have you join us for a celebration that has waited over 11,479 days, 31 years and 5 months and 3 days - make sure you party accordingly!!!
The Big Wedding Ceremony and Wedding Breakfast
When
20th September 2025, 14:00 - 19:00
Where
Elmley Nature Reserve, (Outside the main house), Kingshill Farm, Sheerness, ME12 3RW, United Kingdom
The Party to end all Parties!
When
20th September 2025, 19:30 - 23:30
Where
Elmley Nature Reserve, Kingshill Farm, Sheerness, ME12 3RW, United Kingdom
Firepit Afterparty
When
20th September 2025, 23:30
Where
The Firepit at Elmley, Kingshill Farm, Sheerness, ME12 3RW, United Kingdom
The Morning after the Night before Breakfast
When
21st September 2025, 08:30 - 11:00
Where
Elmley Nature Reserve, (Barn), Kingshill Farm, Sheerness, ME12 3RW, United Kingdom
Trailer ride at Elmley the day after the wedding.
When
21st September 2025, 14:00
Where
Elmley Nature Reserve, Kingshill Farm, Sheerness, ME12 3RW, United Kingdom
Countdown to the big day
2
months
4
days
19th September 2025 - The Night Before- Handfasting and Hot chocolate
When
19th September 2025, 18:00 - 22:00
Where
Elmley Nature Reserve,, Kingshill Farm, Sheerness, ME12 3RW, United Kingdom
Can you make it?
To RSVP click on Guest login and find your email address then click on it and we will send you your specific guest login details. Please RSVP by the 30th April 2025 with your dietary requirements.
Contact us with your questions
If you have any questions about the arrangements for our wedding or want to let us know something specific please send us a message.
Accommodation Options
Where to stay near Elmley
For guests that would rather not glamp, we recommend a range of alternative accommodation:
Mockets Farm | https://www.mockettsfarm.co.uk
Good cottages sleeping up to 36, on the island (Harty)
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The Queen Philippa | www.queenphillippa.com
Newly refurbished 11 bedroom B&B, very nice and well-priced. 10mins away in the little fishing town of Queenborough
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Abbey Hotel | http://www.abbey-hotel.net/
Basic but well-regarded hotel on island (Minster)
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Holiday Inn https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/gb/en/sittingbourne/sitbr/hoteldetail Modern, not far away in Sittingbourne
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Hempstead House | https://www.hempsteadhouse.co.uk
Country house hotel in Sittingbourne
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Premier Inn | www.premierinn.com/en/hotel/SITBOB/sittingbourne-kent
Premier Inn before Sittingbourne (only ten minutes)
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Connetts Farm | http://www.connettsfarm.co.uk
Self-catering cottages on a farm, on the island (Eastchurch)
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Tonge Barn | www.tongebarn.co.uk
Lovely accommodation just outside Sittingbourne
If guests want to make a little holiday of their time in the area, suggestions slightly further afield include the lovely market town of Faversham - 30mins away - which has a number of nice B&Bs and pubs, we particularly recommend the Shepherds House. Whitstable is 35mins away and has a number of boutique hotels/B&Bs (as well as great places to eat!); and Canterbury is about 40 mins away with plenty of places to stay. Also, Leeds Castle (30mins) has upmarket B&B rooms and there is a Mercure nearby
Mockets Farm | https://www.mockettsfarm.co.uk
Good cottages sleeping up to 36, on the island (Harty)
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The Queen Philippa | www.queenphillippa.com
Newly refurbished 11 bedroom B&B, very nice and well-priced. 10mins away in the little fishing town of Queenborough
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Abbey Hotel | http://www.abbey-hotel.net/
Basic but well-regarded hotel on island (Minster)
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Holiday Inn https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/gb/en/sittingbourne/sitbr/hoteldetail Modern, not far away in Sittingbourne
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Hempstead House | https://www.hempsteadhouse.co.uk
Country house hotel in Sittingbourne
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Premier Inn | www.premierinn.com/en/hotel/SITBOB/sittingbourne-kent
Premier Inn before Sittingbourne (only ten minutes)
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Connetts Farm | http://www.connettsfarm.co.uk
Self-catering cottages on a farm, on the island (Eastchurch)
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Tonge Barn | www.tongebarn.co.uk
Lovely accommodation just outside Sittingbourne
If guests want to make a little holiday of their time in the area, suggestions slightly further afield include the lovely market town of Faversham - 30mins away - which has a number of nice B&Bs and pubs, we particularly recommend the Shepherds House. Whitstable is 35mins away and has a number of boutique hotels/B&Bs (as well as great places to eat!); and Canterbury is about 40 mins away with plenty of places to stay. Also, Leeds Castle (30mins) has upmarket B&B rooms and there is a Mercure nearby
How to get to Elmley - Travel & Transport
There are other firms operating locally but these are the ones that know Elmley best and are generally reliable. Bear in mind you are heading to a nature reserve so its a little remote!
When booking we would be very grateful if you could remind the drivers to drive slowly up the entrance track to minimise any disturbance to our wildlife.
Sheppey firms:
T&T / Tiger Taxis (Sheerness) | 01795 663333 ICars (Queenborough) | 01795 252525
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Sittingbourne firms:
A2 Cabs | 01795 430400
Indy Cabs | 07522 393100
Let’s Go Green Cabs | 01795 444444
Sittingbourne Cabs | 01795 426600
Please note due to our remote location, some taxi companies may request payment in advance
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When booking we would be very grateful if you could remind the drivers to drive slowly up the entrance track to minimise any disturbance to our wildlife.
Sheppey firms:
T&T / Tiger Taxis (Sheerness) | 01795 663333 ICars (Queenborough) | 01795 252525
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Sittingbourne firms:
A2 Cabs | 01795 430400
Indy Cabs | 07522 393100
Let’s Go Green Cabs | 01795 444444
Sittingbourne Cabs | 01795 426600
Please note due to our remote location, some taxi companies may request payment in advance
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• The nearest station to Elmley is Swale on the Sheerness line. From London Victoria, St Pancras and Stratford International, go direct to Sittingbourne, change for Swale or get a taxi (15 minutes’ drive).
There are other firms operating locally but these are the ones that know Elmley best and are generally reliable. Bear in mind you are heading to a nature reserve so its a little remote!
When booking we would be very grateful if you could remind the drivers to drive slowly up the entrance track to minimise any disturbance tothe wildlife at the reserve.
Sheppey firms:
T&T / Tiger Taxis (Sheerness) | 01795 663333 ICars (Queenborough) | 01795 252525
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Sittingbourne firms:
A2 Cabs | 01795 430400
Indy Cabs | 07522 393100
Let’s Go Green Cabs | 01795 444444
Sittingbourne Cabs | 01795 426600
Please note due to our remote location, some taxi companies may request payment in advance
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When booking we would be very grateful if you could remind the drivers to drive slowly up the entrance track to minimise any disturbance tothe wildlife at the reserve.
Sheppey firms:
T&T / Tiger Taxis (Sheerness) | 01795 663333 ICars (Queenborough) | 01795 252525
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Sittingbourne firms:
A2 Cabs | 01795 430400
Indy Cabs | 07522 393100
Let’s Go Green Cabs | 01795 444444
Sittingbourne Cabs | 01795 426600
Please note due to our remote location, some taxi companies may request payment in advance
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Bus & Coach Hire:
Victor Hire, 01795 872 103 | http://www.victorhire.co.uk
Sheerness based – minibus and van hire (with driver or self-drive)
Chalkwell, based in Sittingbourne | 01795 423982 | www.chalkwell.co.uk
Kingsferry, based in Gillingham | 01634 377577 | https://nets.nationalexpress.com/the-kingsferry
Victor Hire, 01795 872 103 | http://www.victorhire.co.uk
Sheerness based – minibus and van hire (with driver or self-drive)
Chalkwell, based in Sittingbourne | 01795 423982 | www.chalkwell.co.uk
Kingsferry, based in Gillingham | 01634 377577 | https://nets.nationalexpress.com/the-kingsferry
Engagement Partyoke
For those of you that missed the engagement party or were there and enjoyed the Partyoke click here. We can't wait to party with you again.
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Password is farm
Some Core Memories - Upload your photos here.
We would love to see your memories from our special weekend. Please click on the link below or the QR Code to upload your pictures.
https://my.wedibox.com/recVrg5cC8aHdwGm
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Photos and Social Media
Dearest Friends and Family
We are planning an unplugged ceremony. To make sure we can all be fully present and enjoy the ceremony together, we kindly ask that you turn off your phones and any other electronic devices. Our talented photographer Rich Page and videographer Garret will capture all the beautiful moments, so you can sit back, relax, and soak in the joy of the day.
We are planning an unplugged ceremony. To make sure we can all be fully present and enjoy the ceremony together, we kindly ask that you turn off your phones and any other electronic devices. Our talented photographer Rich Page and videographer Garret will capture all the beautiful moments, so you can sit back, relax, and soak in the joy of the day.
Thank you for understanding and for being a part of our unplugged ceremony.
To help us savour and share our cherished moments, we kindly ask that you refrain from posting any photos or videos on social media until we have had the chance to share our first pictures.
To help us savour and share our cherished moments, we kindly ask that you refrain from posting any photos or videos on social media until we have had the chance to share our first pictures.
Thank you for your understanding and for celebrating with us to create more amazing core memories.
Key Venue information
Our wedding is set in the beautiful surrounding our a nature reserve, to see more of the wild life, do bring your binoculars or
you are welcome to rent binoculars, just ask in the Linhay. £5 per day please speak to the team if you'd like to book them.
Cockleshell Beach
Cockleshell Beach
We have a private beach at Elmley which is a lovely spot for swimming in the Summer. During Autumn, Winter and Spring it is an important feeding and resting area for migratory birds so we request that guests don't go onto the beach. The viewing screen allows you a wonderful view of the activity on the beach and the Swale. Just a short walk from the farm, this is recommended if you don’t want a long walk and particularly special at high tide (please ask the team for tide times).
Gifting
Your presence on our day is far more important than any gift but we have put a few options together for you to choose from if you would like to buy us something donate to our honeymoon fund or to one of our chosen charities.
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