A Meaningful Rye Wedding Celebration
Julie and Rick got married in May at Rye Town Hall, choosing the historic town of Rye for their intimate and meaningful ceremony. This was not their first marriage together—they were originally married years ago, later divorced, and found their way back to each other. Their wedding was a celebration of recommitment, love, and becoming a blended family with Julie’s six-year-old son at the heart of the day.
A Journey Back to Each Other and Becoming a Family
This wedding was about more than just two people coming together again. It was about rebuilding a life and officially joining as a family. Julie’s young son played an important role in the day, symbolising the new chapter they were all stepping into together.
The atmosphere throughout the day was emotional but relaxed, focused on connection, family, and celebrating how far they had come.
Arriving in Style in a London Taxi
Julie made a classic entrance, arriving in a traditional London taxi, which added a touch of charm and personality to the morning. It set the tone for the day—simple, meaningful, and full of character rather than formality.
Guests gathered in Rye ahead of the ceremony, many travelling long distances to be part of their day. Family and friends came from up north and even from America, showing just how important this celebration was to everyone involved.
A Ceremony with the Town Crier at Rye Town Hall
One of the most unique parts of their wedding was the ceremony at Rye Town Hall, which included the traditional Rye town crier. Known for adding a historic touch to weddings in the town, he officially announced the marriage and then accompanied the couple as they made their way through Rye.
This special tradition made the day feel even more memorable, turning their wedding into something truly rooted in the character and history of the town. Walking through the streets of Rye after the ceremony added a joyful, almost celebratory procession feeling to the day.
A Short Walk to a Relaxed Reception at Webbs
After the ceremony, guests made the short five-minute walk through Rye to their reception at Webbs. The close distance kept the day relaxed and easy, allowing everyone to stay together and continue the celebrations without interruption.
The reception was informal and warm, focusing on time with loved ones rather than formality. With guests who had travelled from across the UK and overseas, it became a true gathering of families and friends coming together to celebrate Julie and Rick’s new beginning.
A Simple, Emotional Rye Wedding Full of Meaning
Julie and Rick’s wedding in Rye was a reminder that love stories don’t always follow a straight path. Their remarriage at Rye Town Hall was about second chances, family, and building a future together with Julie’s son at the centre of it all.
From the London taxi arrival to the town crier’s announcement and the relaxed reception at Webbs, every part of the day reflected their journey—simple, heartfelt, and deeply personal.
Things to know about weddings at Rye Town Hall
Rye Town Hall is incredibly characterful, but very unique logistically. If you choose the optional town crier experience, he will greet you, announce you as a married couple, and lead you through Rye towards your reception venue.
From a photography point of view, this affects timing. Couple portraits are often best saved until after arrival at the reception, because the procession through the town moves continuously and naturally includes guests and the town crier.
Rye itself is very public and busy, so confetti moments and group shots outside the venue often require short pauses to allow traffic and pedestrians through. Parking is also limited, so most couples arrive and move through the town on foot or short transfers.
For portraits, Mermaid Street is one of the most iconic nearby locations, and Camber Sands is also a short drive away for more open, coastal images.
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