Jamie & Elisabeth

We are getting married, May 3rd 2025

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The Couple

Jamie
Loves Turtles
Jamie Mattocks

As a child, completely obsessed with teenage mutant ninja turtles and convinced that my destiny was intertwined with skateboarding. I was an honorary ninja turtle, executing gnarly tricks, and saving the day from imaginary villains.

Elisabeth
Loves Ariel
Elisabeth Dane

As a child, utterly enchanted by Ariel the Mermaid and absolutely loving chicken nuggets and chips. My days were spent pretending to be a mermaid in the bath, and playing dens with my sisters.

The Story

Our First Date

Our First Date

Nov, 2015

Our first date was amazing. We went to Sidmouth on a windy November day. Cozying up in Jamie's campervan by the sea, we sipped hot chocolate by a fire, enjoying the beauty of the coast. Later, we had a lovely meal at a charming pub, where the conversation flowed.

Discovering we shared the same birthday and a love for Blink-182 added a special touch to the evening. Driving home, we listened to our favorite songs, singing along and feeling such a connection. It was a perfect start to something special.

Our Travels

Our Travels

Jan, 2018

Our six-month journey around Asia was an incredible adventure that brought us closer than ever. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the serene beaches of Bali, every destination offered fantastic experiences and memories.

Whether we were hiking through lush jungles, diving into crystal-clear waters, or savoring exotic street food, we found that we loved doing the same things. We have a shared sense of adventure and similar outlooks on life which made everything so easy.

These travels were more than just a series of destinations; they made us appreciate our life together and made us look towards the future. We knew we wanted to be together.

Our Marriage Proposal

Our Proposal

Aug, 2023

Our marriage proposal in Portugal went perfectly. We were there with Lis' family, and the moment felt just right. Jamie had asked Lis' dad for permission earlier, which made the upcoming moment even more meaningful.

The setting was a charming restaurant, a bit busy, but we were sat next to a beautiful tree adorned with fairy lights which created a beautiful backdrop. As the evening unfolded, Jamie felt a mixture of excitement and nervousness, knowing that this was the moment things would be changed forever, and would Lis say yes?!

When the time came, Jamie got down on one knee under the twinkling lights. The look of surprise and happiness on Lis' face was everything Jamie had hoped for. Lis' eyes sparkled and when she said "yes," it felt like the entire world had stopped for a moment, before the whole restaurant erupted in applause and celebration.

It was a dream come true, and we couldn't have imagined a better setting or a more perfect way start the rest of our lives together.

Our Engagement Lis
Our Engagement Jay

Our Engagement

Aug, 2023  •  May, 2025

Getting ready for our wedding has been a journey filled with laughter, creativity and a few debates. As the big day approached, we dove headfirst into the long list of planning and preparation.

Lis worked hard creating funky backdrops out of ribbons, weaving each strand to make a fab setting for our awesome band.

Meanwhile, Jamie took on the task of crafting mini golf courses, adding a fun activity to our celebration.

Of course, not every decision came easily. One memorable debate revolved around our first dance! What song do we choose!?!

As everything moves towards the 3rd May 2025 we hope you can make it as we cannot wait to celebrate our special day with you.

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The Day

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12pmGuests Arrive

Please arrive anytime from 12 PM. There is ample parking available at the house. The ceremony will take place in the garden room of the main building. Upon arrival, drinks will be served, and you'll have the opportunity to explore the property. Our celebrant Jen and best man Rikki will be there to welcome you and answer any questions you may have.

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1pmCeremony

The ceremony will start at 1PM, so please find a seat beforehand. There are no designated sides, but some seats are reserved for immediate family. If you arrive late, you'll need to wait outside. Please turn your mobile phones to silent and keep children quiet. This will be our special moment!

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1.45pmConfetti

Once the legal formalities are completed, we will officially be Mr. and Mrs. Please take some confetti and proceed to the games lawn. We will join you there for some confetti throwing and perfectly timed photos!

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2pmPhotographs

We have a fantastic photographer Ben, who will be capturing moments throughout the first half of the day. We'll be stepping away with him for some pictures and will also be gathering everyone for some group shots.

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2pmCocktail Hour

There is a bar in both the main house and the barn. Drinks are free and must be enjoyed! Head to either location to grab a drink. A selection of snacks will also be available in the main house after the ceremony.

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2pm - 4pmGames/Activities

We have arranged a variety of activities to keep everyone entertained. Head over to the walled garden for Jamie's mini golf, find our fabulous magician Dan for an awesome card trick, and listen to the funky tunes from our DJ Dewey in his converted VW van. There’s also a temporary tattoo bar, beer pong and a games room showing Star Wars on repeat. Keep a look-out for the QR codes to get involved with sharing images of the day. There should be plenty to keep you entertained and we hope you enjoy it all!

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4pmGreek Food

Our fantastic caterers, The Street Taverna, will be set up outside the house kitchen serving Souvlaki wraps and chips for all our guests. Feel free to head over whenever you're hungry; tables and seating are available in the barn, along with cutlery and napkins.

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6pmSpeeches

Once we've enjoyed some tasty food and drinks, it's time to gather in the barn for the speeches. We know everyone gets a bit nervous for these so our fantastic comedian Henry will be there to lighten the mood, Mr. Mark Dane (bride's dad), Mr. Rikki Baird (best man) and Jamie Mattocks (groom) will each have a timed 10 minutes to entertain us, express their gratitude to everyone for coming and share how amazing Lis is.

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7pmFirst Dance and Band

The barn will continue as our party room. Please stay here to watch the bride and groom sway together to a song (hopefully!). Then our amazing band The Indie Killers will be the entertainment for the evening. They have a full repertoire of indie and rock music for everyone to dance along to. If dancing is not your thing, join us for a sing-along and enjoy the party atmosphere!

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8pmBuffet Food and cake

Take a break from the dancefloor. Some additional food and cake will be served just outside the barn. Our wedding cake, doughnuts and sweets will be available for everyone to get a sugar high.

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9pmBand and Photobooth

The Indie Killers will continue to entertain us with their awesome tunes. Our wedding photo booth will be set up at the back of the barn. Jump in with friends and family to capture some fun snaps, all the photos can be printed and taken home with you.

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10:30pmClub

As the night in the barn winds down, DJ Dewey will be set up in the House club. For those of you who are keen for a boogie, lets head underground to keep dancing and enjoy the last of the drinks.

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LatePool Party

How about a refreshing dip in the swimming pool to finish of the evening? If this sound like your kind of thing, bring your swimming costumes and join us by the pool as we take dip under the stars.

Dress Code

Please no jeans/denim and avoid shades of white.

The ceremony will be indoors however the venue has some outside areas as well as the party barn so sensible shoes are also advisable.

Accommodation

Most rooms are allocated to immediate family or guests travelling from afar. We are sorry we cannot fit you all in!

Down the road (a 10 minute walk) is The Sparkford Inn- www.sparkfordinnpubyeovil.co.uk- which offers a number of rooms for a very good price, they can be booked with directly or via Booking.com.

A short taxi ride away is The Mildmay Arms another country hotel in very close proximity. There are also a number of hotels in Sherbourne and surrounding Sparkford.

The house owners can supply luxury bell tents which can be set up in the grounds however they need to be set up for two nights. We are more then happy for as many people to stay if that works for them. Please get in contact if you would like a bell tent and we can provide further details.

If you would like to stay at the property then the orchard can be used for camping! So you can bring a tent and shack up in there!

Transport

Get in touch with us if you are struggling to work out how to get home or are unable to stay nearby and we will see if we can help. We want you to have a fun filled party day with us!

Food and drink

We will be having an informal wedding breakfast. With a Greek food stand during the day and a buffet for the evening. Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.

Children and plus ones

Due to limited space we can only accommodate those formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you received a plus one they will appear with you name if you RSVP on our website. Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can confirm numbers. We understand life can be busy so if you are unable to make it please let us know.

Thank you for your understanding, any questions please feel free to contact us.

Gifts

It is not obligatory and will be used for this only, just a little something to set us on our way to a family: www.justgiving.com

The Venue

Sparkford Hall

Our venue is a Grade II listed house with stunning grounds that can be entirely ours for the day/whole weekend!. It feels like having a wedding at our own private estate, offering an intimate and exclusive atmosphere for our celebration. This sense of exclusivity and homely comfort was exactly what we were looking for.

The venue's grounds are fantastic, featuring a charming walled garden, paddocks, and a delightful apple orchard. The house fields are inhabited by sheep, Shetland ponies, and adorable alpacas. It has a great feeling of being private and secluded. The house has a number of large bedrooms, some ensuite and some with shared bathrooms, as well as a number of communal rooms and a large kitchen. It is a big family home and we will provide layouts and maps to everywhere on our day!

In order to keep the festivities going the house also boasts a subterranean club and swimming pool where we can party into the early hours. This awesome space promises a day and night of fun and laughter for us and our guests, which we hope will make our wedding truly memorable.

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Sparkford Hall

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