Ellie & Nicholas, 19 February 2027

The Day

Friday 19 February 2027

3:15pmArrive and be seatedPlease be seated before the ceremony begins
3:30pmCeremony
thenCocktail hourDrinks and canapés in the courtyard
eveningDinner and speeches
laterDessert canapés
lateDancing

Venue

Cossars Wineshed
29 Cossars Road, Tai Tapu

Ceremony, dinner and dancing are all on site.

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Details

Dress code

Formal cocktail

Elevated cocktail attire with a relaxed Mediterranean feel, inspired by our vineyard and courtyard setting.

Getting there

Own transport

Please make your own way to and from the venue. Parking is available on site, and carpooling is a great option if you're coming from town.

The venue must be vacated by 11:30pm, so please have your ride home booked in advance.

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Gifts

No gifts needed

Your presence is more than enough. If you'd still like to do something, a contribution to our honeymoon fund would be greatly appreciated.

Our Story

We met nine years ago, and it didn't take long to know this was something worth holding on to. A few years of long distance followed, with Nick working in Blenheim while Ellie studied at university, and plenty of weekends spent on the road in between.

At the start of our big trip through Europe, surrounded by both of our families at a beautiful villa in Sicily, Nick asked and Ellie said yes.

Ellie and Nick smiling together by the water in Stockholm

Nick proposing to Ellie on a villa terrace in Sicily at sunset

Ellie and Nick overlooking the sea in Santorini

FAQs

How does the day look?

A ceremony followed by cocktail hour, dinner, speeches, and then a boogie. Come ready to celebrate all evening.

When should we arrive?

The ceremony begins at 3:30pm, so please arrive by 3:15pm and be seated before then.

What should I wear?

Formal cocktail: elevated cocktail attire with a relaxed Mediterranean feel, inspired by our vineyard and courtyard setting.

Is there a weather backup plan?

Yes. We're crossing our fingers for sunshine in the garden, but the venue has an indoor space for both the ceremony and reception, so the day goes ahead rain or shine.

Can I bring my children?

We love your little ones, but we've chosen to make our day an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives you a night off to relax and enjoy yourselves with us.

Can I bring a plus-one?

To keep our celebration intimate, we can only accommodate the guests named on your invitation. Everyone invited will be listed when you RSVP.

How do I get there and home?

Please make your own way to and from the venue. Parking is available on site, and carpooling is a great option if you're coming from town. The venue must be vacated by 11:30pm, so please book your ride home in advance.

I have a dietary requirement. How do I let you know?

Add it for each guest when you RSVP and we'll pass it on to the caterers.

When do I need to RSVP by?

Please RSVP by 10 December 2026 using the form below. You can come back and change your answer before then.

RSVP

Kindly reply by 10 December 2026