Two celebrations · one story
Matt & Cara
Spain in October. South Africa in December. Everything guests need to arrive relaxed, informed and ready to celebrate.
Until we celebrate
Two countdowns,
one unforgettable year.
Live guest updates
Wedding guidance
Below you'll find guidance for both of our weddings.
Keep an eye out as well: we'll keep adding friendlier, more detailed updates as we get closer to each celebration.
01
The celebrations
Two places we love,
shared with the people we love.
Both celebrations share the same Rodeo style spirit: Western music, great BBQ food, relaxed energy, and cowboy boots, hats, leather and denim welcome.
Finca Mesa Jardín
Arcos de la Frontera · Cádiz · Andalucía
Spain will bring the Rodeo spirit to the Andalusian countryside: Western music, BBQ food, boots, hats, denim and leather against a finca backdrop.
- Bus pick up · Location TBC
- 15:00
- Guest arrival
- 16:15 to 16:40
- Ceremony
- 17:00
- Celebration ends
- 01:00
- Dress feel
- Rodeo Western
Rodeo style dress code. Cowboy boots, hats, leather and denim are welcome and encouraged. Dress for good BBQ, Western music, outdoor spaces and a proper dancefloor.
See our suggested Spain travel plan →
Mission House
KwaZulu-Natal Midlands · near Howick
South Africa will carry the same Rodeo style energy in the KZN Midlands: great BBQ food, Western music, cowboy boots, hats, leather and denim encouraged.
- Bus pick up · Location TBC
- 15:00
- Guest arrival
- 16:15 to 16:40
- Ceremony
- 17:00
- Celebration ends
- 01:00
- Dress feel
- Rodeo Western
Rodeo style dress code. Cowboy boots, hats, leather and denim are welcome and encouraged. Dress for good BBQ, Western music, outdoor spaces and a proper dancefloor.
See our suggested South Africa travel plan →
02
Travel concierge
Choose the journey that suits your trip.
Book flexible travel where possible. Regional routes can be seasonal, so compare the nearest airport with the wider route alternatives before committing.
ES
Getting to Spain
Andalusia, made simple.
Jerez Airport
Closest practical airport for Arcos. Best when a suitable direct or connecting route is available.
Closest optionSeville Airport
Usually the strongest balance of flight choice and driving time for European guests.
Recommended defaultMálaga or Gibraltar Airport
Málaga usually offers the broadest international choice, while Gibraltar can be a useful alternative for some UK routes or onward plans.
Most flight choiceSuggested wedding weekend route
- Thursday: arrive via Jerez or Seville; settle in Arcos or Jerez.
- Friday: old town lunch, finca country drive and an early evening.
- Saturday: wedding day at Finca Mesa Jardín.
- Sunday: relaxed brunch before departure.
Suggested Andalusian celebration
- 2 nights Seville: architecture, tapas and evening walks.
- 2 nights Cádiz or Chiclana: beach, seafood and Atlantic sunsets.
- 3 nights Arcos/Jerez: white villages, bodegas and the wedding.
- Optional detour: Grazalema, Zahara or Ronda by car.
Our practical recommendation: Seville is the safest all round starting point; Jerez is the closest; Málaga/Gibraltar is best for guests prioritising route choice, UK links or a longer holiday.
ZA
Getting to South Africa
Durban, Midlands, then adventure.
King Shaka International
The main arrival airport for the KZN Midlands, with the broadest rental car and transfer options.
Recommended defaultPietermaritzburg
Closer to Howick and the Midlands, but with a smaller domestic schedule and fewer backup options.
Closest regionalJohannesburg connection
A common international gateway. Connect onward to Durban rather than driving after a long haul flight.
International gatewaySuggested wedding weekend route
- Thursday: fly to Durban and transfer to the Midlands.
- Friday: Midlands Meander lunch and gentle exploring.
- Saturday: wedding day at Mission House.
- Sunday: brunch, Howick stop and onward travel.
Suggested KZN celebration
- 2 nights Durban: coast, food and an easy long haul landing.
- 4 nights Midlands: wedding, Meander and country stays.
- 2 nights Drakensberg: mountain scenery and restorative time.
- 2+ nights: add a safari reserve or continue to Cape Town.
Our practical recommendation: fly into Durban, book a transfer or rental car ahead of time, and avoid a late night self drive to the Midlands after long haul travel.
03
Where to stay
Base yourself for calm arrivals.
Nearby accommodation options are listed below. Transport pickup points will be published once supplier routes are locked.
Arcos or Jerez
Arcos de la Frontera is best for countryside atmosphere and a short wedding day journey. Jerez offers stronger transport links, restaurants and a larger hotel choice.
- Best for the venue: Arcos
- Best for flights and nightlife: Jerez
- Beach extension: Cádiz, Chiclana or Vejer
Howick or the Midlands Meander
Howick is practical for shops and local transfers. Midlands country stays offer the most memorable wedding weekend atmosphere.
- Best for logistics: Howick
- Best for experience: Curry’s Post / Nottingham Road area
- Coastal extension: Umhlanga or Durban
Spain nearby accommodation
Highly rated stays around Arcos, Jerez and the coast.
All options below showed Booking.com guest scores of 8.9 or above when checked. Confirm current score, room fit and wedding day transfer times before booking.
La Casa Grande
Characterful old town stay in Arcos, best for guests who want atmosphere close to the venue area.
Hotel Los Olivos
Central Arcos hotel with an easy town base for meals before the wedding and short local transfers.
Hotel El Convento
Historic Arcos option with views and a quiet old town feel for guests prioritising setting.
El Tesorillo II
Highly rated rural style option in Arcos with parking and pool facilities.
Boutique Suites
Polished suite style stay in Arcos, useful for couples wanting a more elevated town base.
Casa Cuna
Compact apartment style stay in Arcos for guests who prefer independent accommodation.
Hipotels Sherry Park
Strong Jerez hotel option for guests who want transport links, restaurants and hotel facilities.
Apartamentos Arenal
Central apartment option in Jerez for guests who prefer more independence before and after the wedding.
Boutique Hotel Casa Cánovas
Stylish Cádiz old town stay for guests adding a coastal city break to the wedding trip.
Aparthotel Luz de Gades
Adults only Cádiz aparthotel with beach and city convenience for a longer Andalucía stay.
Hipotels Playa La Barrosa
Beachside La Barrosa option for guests prioritising resort facilities and a coastal extension.
Valentin Sancti Petri
Large Sancti Petri resort option for guests wanting beach facilities before or after the wedding.
South Africa nearby accommodation
Closest stays around Mission House.
These are helpful nearby options shared for guests planning the Curry's Post weekend. Distances are approximate, so confirm travel times when booking.
The Retreat Country Lodge
Very close on Curry's Post Road, with a peaceful country setting, lodge style rooms and Midlands views.
Fable Country Stay
Self catering countryside accommodation on Curry's Post Road.
Crestwood Estate B&B
Popular upscale B&B in Curry's Post with beautiful gardens and countryside surroundings.
Curry's Post Bed & Breakfast
One of the closest classic B&B style stays in the immediate Curry's Post area.
Far Away Place
Dashy & Nguni Cottages and The Treehouse offer stylish farm accommodation near Mission House.
Yellowwoods Farm Cottages
Farm cottages along the P144/Curry's Post Road, quiet and scenic.
Newstead Farm
Farm style lodging option very near the Mission House area.
Halliwell Country Inn
Well known Midlands country hotel a short drive away, good if guests prefer hotel facilities.
Weltevreden
Luxury self catering accommodation in Curry's Post.
Piccadilly Cottage
Smaller cottage style stay option near Curry's Post.
Lionsriver Country Cottages
Rustic self catering cottages in the greater Midlands Meander area.
Wild Hare Cottages
Boutique countryside cottages with strong reviews and a peaceful setting.
04
Make a trip of it
Places worth staying for.
These are starting points, not fixed group events. Check opening days, booking requirements and travel times before setting off.
Arcos de la Frontera
Whitewashed lanes, cliff edge viewpoints and an atmospheric historic centre above the Guadalete valley.
Google Maps →Jerez
Sherry bodegas, flamenco culture, equestrian heritage and long lunches in the old town.
Google Maps →Cádiz & La Barrosa
Atlantic beaches, seafood, sunset walks and an easy coastal contrast to the finca setting.
Google Maps →Vejer & the coast
A polished white village with excellent restaurants, close to El Palmar and the Cádiz coastline.
Google Maps →Grazalema & Zahara
A scenic white village route through mountain landscapes, best with a car and a full day.
Google Maps →Seville extension
Architecture, gardens, tapas and evening energy, an ideal city bookend to the wedding trip.
Google Maps →Midlands Meander
Country cafés, galleries, farm shops, craft stops and scenic drives between Howick and Nottingham Road.
Google Maps →Howick & Mandela Capture Site
Combine Howick Falls with one of South Africa’s most significant historical visitor experiences.
Google Maps →Drakensberg
Mountain scenery, walking routes and restorative lodges, an excellent extension after the wedding.
Google Maps →Durban & Umhlanga
Warm water coast, Indian influenced food and an easy decompression stop after a long flight.
Google Maps →Safari extension
Add a well run reserve with professional guides; book early for the December holiday period.
Google Maps →Cape Town add on
For international guests, a domestic flight can turn the wedding journey into a broader South African holiday.
Google Maps →The useful details
Pack for the setting,
not just the photograph.
Spain weather
Mild autumn days are likely, with cooler countryside evenings and some possibility of rain. Final guidance will follow 7 to 10 days before the date.
South Africa weather
Warm summer conditions, green landscapes and a real chance of an afternoon or evening storm.
Boots, hats, denim
Cowboy boots, hats, leather and denim are welcome and encouraged. Choose shoes that work on gardens, lawns and country surfaces. If you don't have a cowboy hat, we'll have one for you if you'd like one.
Outfit inspo board →Transport
Answer transport questions early. Pickup groups depend on where guests stay and the final number needing a seat.
Gifts
Your presence is already plenty.
We genuinely mean it: travelling to celebrate with us is the biggest gift. If you would still like to give something, a cash or EFT contribution would be most helpful.
No registry
There is no formal registry and no pressure to bring a physical present.
Travelling light
If you are flying in, please do not feel you need to pack anything extra for us. A card, a note or simply being there is more than enough.
Honeymoon contribution
If you prefer to contribute towards our honeymoon, contributions can be made in either EUR or ZAR. Please message Matt or Cara privately and we will send the right banking details.
Frequently asked
Before you message us...
We will keep expanding this section as plans are confirmed.
When should we book flights?
Once your attendance is confirmed, begin tracking routes and book when the itinerary and price feel right. Prefer flexible fares because regional schedules can change.
Will there be wedding day transport?
We are planning route groups for Spain and South Africa. Final pickup locations depend on where guests stay, so please answer guest check in transport questions promptly when they are sent.
Can children come?
Children are very welcome. We will provide things to help keep them entertained, and parents and guardians remain responsible for their children throughout the celebration.
What should we wear?
The dress feel is Rodeo Western. Cowboy boots, hats, leather, denim, belts, bolo ties, fringe, country shirts and country style dresses are welcome and encouraged. Choose shoes that work on gardens, lawns and a dancefloor.
When will final timings be shared?
The key guest timings are shown above. Exact pickup points, arrival notes and weather guidance will be refreshed closer to each wedding week.
From us to you
Come for the wedding.
Stay for the adventure.
We cannot wait to share these places, and these days, with you.
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