Watercolour of Southdowns Manor — the countryside house and its spring gardens in bloom under a soft blue sky.

Diego & Bethany

are getting married · 29 April 2027 · Southdowns Manor

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Our Story

How it began

We met in our first year of university, right in the middle of Covid. Bethany offered to help Diego with some coursework — and that was that.

Years later, on our very first cruise together, sailing through Iceland and the Norwegian Fjords, Diego proposed on the 22nd of May, 2025. We said yes to forever somewhere between the glaciers and the fjords, and we can't wait to celebrate with the people who mean the most to us.

  1. 29 April 2021Met
  2. 22 May 2025Engaged
  3. 29 April 2027Married
Watercolour of Southdowns Manor and its spring gardens in full bloom.
Event Details

The Day

Here's how the day will unfold. Times are approximate for now and will be confirmed closer to the date.

~1:30 PM
Ceremony
We say our vows at Southdowns Manor. Please arrive with time to be seated.
~3–4 PM
Wedding Breakfast
Drinks, canapés, and the wedding breakfast for our ceremony guests.
~7 PM
Evening Reception
Evening guests join us for dancing and celebrating into the night.
Venue

Southdowns Manor

A countryside manor set in the Hampshire hills — full address and directions to follow closer to the date.

One setting for the whole celebration: ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception.

Watercolour of Southdowns Manor and its spring gardens in bloom — the countryside house where Diego and Bethany will marry.
Dress Code

Garden Formal

The look we're hoping for on the day — relaxed, colourful, and right at home in a country garden.

Illustrated Garden Formal dress-code guide. For women: elegant florals, soft fabrics, floral prints and playful colours. For men: light suits or smart separates in soft neutrals, pastels or earthy tones. Rows of guests in garden-formal outfits framed by watercolour flowers and foliage.
A little inspiration for the day.
Travel & Stay

Getting There & Where to Stay

Southdowns Manor sits deep in the West Sussex countryside, so here's everything you need to arrive relaxed and find a bed nearby — no hunting across ten browser tabs required.

By car

Southdowns Manor
Dumpford Lane
Petersfield

GU31 5JN
Directions in Google Maps(opens in a new tab) Open in Apple Maps(opens in a new tab)

Sat-navs sometimes misroute rural venues down the wrong lane. The manor lies just off the A272 between Petersfield and Midhurst — follow the map for the final stretch.

Rural lanes at night The approach is along narrow country lanes with no streetlights and patchy phone signal. Allow extra time, drive gently, and save your route before you set off.
Parking & what3words · confirming soon There's parking at the manor; we'll confirm on-site details and add a what3words pin for the entrance closer to the day.
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Where to stay

A spread of places within a short drive, from country-house treats to reliable budget rooms. Drive times below are approximate from the manor.

Luxury & country-house

Park House Hotel & Spa(opens in a new tab)
Bepton · 12 min

Elegant country-house hotel with a spa, pools, tennis and croquet lawns — a proper South Downs treat.

The Spread Eagle Hotel & Spa(opens in a new tab)
Midhurst · 10 min

A characterful 15th-century coaching inn in the heart of Midhurst, with a spa and centuries of history.

Langrish House(opens in a new tab)
Langrish · 15 min

A four-star country house set in 14 acres of gardens inside the South Downs National Park.

Inns & mid-range

Hamilton Arms(opens in a new tab)
Closest to the venue
Stedham · 4 min

A village pub-with-rooms in Stedham — the nearest place to lay your head after the party.

The Angel Hotel(opens in a new tab)
Midhurst · 10 min

A friendly, family-run 37-room hotel in Midhurst — a popular base for wedding parties.

The Swan Inn(opens in a new tab)
Midhurst · 10 min

A top-rated inn, walkable to Midhurst's restaurants and pubs.

Rooms at The Elsted Inn(opens in a new tab)
Elsted · 8 min

A charming country pub-with-rooms, closer than most Midhurst options.

The Half Moon(opens in a new tab)
Sheet · 12 min

A family-owned free house with rooms on the edge of the South Downs.

The Cricketers Inn(opens in a new tab)
Steep · 15 min

A cosy country pub with rooms — a good back-up if the closer inns fill up.

B&B & character

Bridge Cottage B&B(opens in a new tab)
Midhurst · 10 min

A quirky 1650s cottage B&B with exceptional reviews — lovely for couples.

Budget

Premier Inn Petersfield(opens in a new tab)
Petersfield · 15 min

Reliable and good value, with free parking and right by Petersfield station.

Group rate · confirming soon We're checking whether we can arrange a room block at one or two of these — if so, we'll add a booking code right here.

Trains & getting home

The nearest station is Petersfield, with direct trains to and from London Waterloo (around 70 minutes) on the Portsmouth line. It's roughly a 15-minute drive or taxi from the manor.

Last trains on the night · 29 April 2027
Petersfield → London Waterloo23:09
Petersfield → Southampton22:12
Please double-check times nearer the day, and book your taxi back from the manor in advance — this is the one that catches people out.
Taxis & shuttle · confirming soon Rural taxis must be pre-booked (app cabs don't reliably serve the area). We're gathering trusted local numbers and looking into a shuttle between the manor and Petersfield — details will land here.

Good to know

Signal is patchy

Mobile coverage is thin around the manor. Screenshot your directions and booking details before you set out.

Cash for taxis

Some local firms are cash-only or card-with-notice — it's worth carrying a little cash for the journey home.

Arrive with time

The final country lanes are slow going, so aim to reach the manor 20–30 minutes before the ceremony.

RSVP

Let Us Know You're Coming

Kindly reply by 28 February 2027. We can't wait to celebrate the day with you.

So we can confirm we've received your reply.

Will you be joining us?

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