Our Story
The year was 2017.
There we were, two sun-kissed free spirits on a beach in Greece, teaching water sports, partying hard and pretending we had our lives together.
We became inseparable – chasing winter slopes and summer waves for five years across Europe.
Then came the reality check of COVID and our sudden and unexpected move back to the UK. This brought new challenges for us: P45s in the post and 200 miles between us! Life was constantly changing and so too were the rules of lockdown… What were we to do? Where were we to go?
Eventually, James moved to be with Ella, wrapping up old chapters and starting new adventures together in Chorlton.
Through it all, we have kept laughing and kept growing and now we’re so excited to keep riding this wave and start our biggest adventure yet!
Our Story
The year was 2017.
There we were, two sun-kissed free spirits on a beach in Greece, teaching water sports, partying hard and pretending we had our lives together.
We became inseparable – chasing winter slopes and summer waves for five years across Europe.
Then came the reality check of COVID and our sudden and unexpected move back to the UK. This brought new challenges for us: P45s in the post and 200 miles between us! Life was constantly changing and so too were the rules of lockdown… What were we to do? Where were we to go?
Eventually, James moved to be with Ella, wrapping up old chapters and starting new adventures together in Chorlton.
Through it all, we have kept laughing and kept growing and now we’re so excited to keep riding this wave and start our biggest adventure yet!
Welcome to Our Wedding
We’re so excited to be celebrating our wedding with all of you – and even more thrilled to do it in a place that holds such special meaning for us.
Henham Barns felt like the perfect venue from the moment we saw it: beautiful, relaxed and full of character, set in the heart of the Suffolk countryside and home to Latitude Festival. But its more than just a beautiful location – it’s a part of our story.
Ella’s mum was born and raised in a small market gardening village close by, and for the past 22 years, her family have been lucky enough to have a holiday home in Walberswick, just 10 minutes down the road. The family have been making memories here for over 30 years with Ella taking her first steps on the beach, spending hours crabbing, playing in the waves and building sand castles with her sisters. In more recent years we’ve changed buckets and spades for bikes and beers – and with James, Ewan and Jonah as back up for Bob, The Anchor and The Bell became our new playground!
Just a short walk or ferry ride from Walberswick is Southwold – a traditional family seaside town full of character with its iconic beach huts, historic pier and lighthouse. A pint in the Lord Nelson and fish and chips from Sole Bay are family favourites not to be missed! For us, it’s a place with so many memories so please come and make some of your own.
The Hurst and the Nurse families, along with many of our friends have made countless memories here in Suffolk – from beach days and bike rides to summer dancing at Latitude Festival. Choosing Henham Barns felt like coming full circle – a place that captures everything we love: nature, joy, family and fun. We can’t wait to share it with you!
Meet the “I Do” Crew
ELLA’s MUM & DAD
Deb & Bob
JAMES’s MUM & DAD
Wendy & Demi
BRIDESMAID
Kate
BRIDESMAID
Amy
BEST MAN
Jordan
BEST MAN
Ben
Order of the Day
Ella and James will be staying in Walberswick/Henham Barns from 17th June to 24th June – so we will be about for a few days for those that wish to stay a little bit longer.
The Big Day
1:00 pm – Welcome drink
1:45 pm – Service
2:30 pm – Drinks and canapes
4:30 pm – Greek themed feast
6:00 pm – Evening Guests arrive
Dance the night away (taxis at midnight)
Sunday Vibes
11:00 am – Sea swim at Walberswick beach and bacon butties at the beach huts.
Meet at Cliff Field Car Park, IP18 6TX
The pay machine operates via RingGo app only.
Parking costs £3 for 4 hours.
Order of the Day
Ella and James will be staying in Walberswick/Henham Barns from 17th June to 24th June – so we will be about for a few days for those that wish to stay a little bit longer.
The Big Day
1:00 pm – Welcome drink
1:45 pm – Service
2:30 pm – Drinks and canapes
4:30 pm – Greek themed feast
6:00 pm – Evening Guests arrive
Dance the night away (taxis at midnight)
Sunday Vibes
11:00 am – Sea swim at Walberswick beach and bacon butties at the beach huts.
Meet at Cliff Field Car Park, IP18 6TX
The pay machine operates via RingGo app only.
Parking costs £3 for 4 hours.
Accomodation
We recommend staying in Walberswick if you wish to be involved in the Sunday activities, but there are lots of choices in the surrounding areas.
We suggest you get booking as soon as possible as it is a very popular summer destination. Please contact us if you need any help or advice on where to book.
For Larger Groups
Select links below for info regarding stay options:
For Couples or Smaller Groups
Select links below for info regarding stay options:
CAMPING! – There is the option of camping onsite, depending on numbers so please let us know if this is something you are interested in and we can enquire on costs.
Accomodation
We recommend staying in Walberswick if you wish to be involved in the Sunday activities, but there are lots of choices in the surrounding areas.
We suggest you get booking as soon as possible as it is a very popular summer destination. Please contact us if you need any help or advice on where to book.
For Larger Groups
Select links below for info regarding stay options:
For Couples or Smaller Groups
Select links below for info regarding stay options:
CAMPING! – There is the option of camping onsite, depending on numbers so please let us know if this is something you are interested in and we can enquire on costs.
Travel
Henham Barns
Southwold
NR34 8AQ
Follow the A12 Northbound and look out for the blue Henham Park sign on the left. Please look out for our signs as well.
what3words – SETTING.SILLY.AMPHIBIAN
Once you have turned into the entrance, follow the tree lined drive to the gates, which will open automatically and then you will be shown where to park. You can leave your car overnight at the venue but you MUST collect by 3:00pm on the Sunday at the latest!
Travel
Henham Barns
Southwold
NR34 8AQ
Follow the A12 Northbound and look out for the blue Henham Park sign on the left. Please look out for our signs as well.
what3words – SETTING.SILLY.AMPHIBIAN
Once you have turned into the entrance, follow the tree lined drive to the gates, which will open automatically and then you will be shown where to park. You can leave your car overnight at the venue but you MUST collect by 3:00pm on the Sunday at the latest!
Transport
WARNING… There is no Uber!
Please pre-book your taxi home. There is also a possibility we can arrange a minibus for larger groups, if you are all heading to Walberswick. If you are interested let us know. If you have any questions, please just ask.
Select links below for local taxi options:
Transport
WARNING… There is no Uber!
Please pre-book your taxi home. There is also a possibility we can arrange a minibus for larger groups, if you are all heading to Walberswick. If you are interested let us know. If you have any questions, please just ask.
Select links below for local taxi options:
Gifts
The most important gift to us is for you to celebrate our special day. However, If you do wish to give us a wedding gift then a contribution to our honeymoon would be much appreciated. Please see the link below.
Gifts
The most important gift to us is for you to celebrate our special day. However, If you do wish to give us a wedding gift then a contribution to our honeymoon would be much appreciated. Please see the link below.
Gallery
Please upload your pictures from the day using the link below.
We will add all professional photos taken throughout the day
as well should you wish to download them.
Share the love.
Gallery
Please upload your pictures from the day using the link below.
We will add all professional photos taken throughout the day
as well should you wish to download them.
Share the love.
FAQs
Most importantly we want everyone to have a great day celebrating with us. if anyone has any questions that are not covered, please contact Ella or James and we will aim to get back to you ASAP.
DRESS CODE
Smart, Bright and Colourful!
We want everyone to feel comfortable and relaxed. Think summer vibes, suits and dresses. There is a part of the day where you will need to be able to walk on slightly uneven ground so make sure you have footwear you are comfortable with. The ceremony will be outside – weather permitting.
Please do not wear white or cream, if unsure of dress colour please reach out to check.
CHILDREN?
As much as we love your children, this is an adults-only occasion, have a night off and party! We cannot wait to celebrate with you.
Only those named on the invitation are invited to the wedding. No unauthorised plus ones please.
PARKING?
There is plenty of onsite parking and you can leave your car onsite til 3pm on the Sunday.
WHAT TIME TO ARRIVE?
Please arrive for a welcome drink at 1pm, for a service at 1:45pm.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS/ALLERGIES?
Please let us know on the RSVP form.
FAQs
Most importantly we want everyone to have a great day celebrating with us. if anyone has any questions that are not covered, please contact Ella or James and we will aim to get back to you ASAP.
DRESS CODE
Smart, Bright and Colourful!
We want everyone to feel comfortable and relaxed. Think summer vibes, suits and dresses. There is a part of the day where you will need to be able to walk on slightly uneven ground so make sure you have footwear you are comfortable with. The ceremony will be outside – weather permitting.
Please do not wear white or cream, if unsure of dress colour please reach out to check.
CHILDREN?
As much as we love your children, this is an adults-only occasion, have a night off and party! We cannot wait to celebrate with you.
Only those named on the invitation are invited to the wedding. No unauthorised plus ones please.
PARKING?
There is plenty of onsite parking and you can leave your car onsite til 3pm on the Sunday.
WHAT TIME TO ARRIVE?
Please arrive for a welcome drink at 1pm, for a service at 1:45pm.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS/ALLERGIES?
Please let us know on the RSVP form.
RSVP
Please RSVP by 31st August 2025.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
We hope to celebrate with as many of you as possible next year!
RSVP
Please RSVP by 31st August 2025.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
We hope to celebrate with as many of you as possible next year!