What's the Dress Code?

We kindly request that our guests dress in smart attire suitable for a daytime wedding celebration.
For gentlemen, this could include lounge suits. However, if you prefer to wear a morning suit like Matt and the groomsmen will be, you are more than welcome to do so. 
For ladies, please avoid wearing burgundy (or white) lest you be mistaken for one of Sophia's hard-working bridesmaids! A smart dress below the knee or longer with shoulders covered during the church ceremony would be perfect. Hats are welcome but not essential. 

The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and ready to celebrate with us.

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When will the food be? How hungry should I be on arrival at the cathedral?

The service at Arundel Cathedral will be a Catholic service (read: long) so it is best that you come having had a substantial breakfast! There will be canapes in the afternoon followed by a sit-down meal in the late afternoon. 

What's the schedule?

We have not yet got a firm schedule with exact timings in place yet but we are getting there! Here is what we have so far so you know what to expect:

 

• 11:30am Coach to Arundel Cathedral from Goodwood Hotel

• 12:30pm Ceremony at Arundel Cathedral

• Coach to Goodwood House from Arundel Cathedral

• Drinks Reception

• Tea Ceremony

• Mini Concert

• First Dance

• Wedding Breakfast

• Speeches

• Cake Cutting

• Games

• Dancing

• 11:45pm Carriages

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Which hymns should I be practising at home?

Lord of all Hopefulness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6ztlI8Hlbo

Lord of the Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbVN3TXqxQs

Praise my soul the King of Heaven: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYEKAEYRcIA

Dear Lord and Father of Mankind (Hubert Parry): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rcs7seRM5hU