Nick & Matilda

Our Story

How we got here

1 March 2024 · The first date

When Matilda was still living in the countryside, Nick spotted her on a mutual friend's Instagram story and said "who's that? I want to meet her". As soon as Matilda was back in London, he took her out to dinner at Zuma, where sparks flew after one too many cocktails. By the third date we were obsessed with each other, and after three months of dating we moved in together.

16 September 2025 · The engagement

Nick popped the question in Santorini after about a year and a half together. It was the most romantic and special moment of both our lives.

Nick and Matilda laughing together on a stone wall above the sea in Santorini

Nick and Matilda embracing just after the proposal, overlooking the caldera

Nick and Matilda by the pool at golden hour

Travel & Stay

Getting to Crete

We can't wait to show you our corner of Crete. We both have a strong connection to the island: Nick has lived there and Matilda has spent countless summers there.

If you're coming for a longer holiday and want to explore, Balos Lagoon and Elafonissi Beach are two must-visit places. Maldives vibes.

Getting there

Fly into Chania International Airport (CHQ). Agia Marina is roughly a 25-30 minute taxi from the airport.

No hire car needed for the wedding itself: free transport will run from Agia Marina to the venue and back. A car is only worth it if you want to explore (Balos, Elafonissi and beyond).

Where to stay

Aerial view of Agia Marina with Thodorou island offshore — Agia Marina from above

The long sandy coastline of Agia Marina with the White Mountains behind — The coastline

Golden hour over Agia Marina's beach, pools and umbrellas — Golden hour on the beach

Chania's old Venetian harbour at dusk, with the mosque domes and lit waterfront — Chania old town, 20 minutes away

The Venetian lighthouse at the entrance to Chania harbour at sunset — The Venetian lighthouse

We recommend everyone stays in Agia Marina, a beach town just west of Chania. It's where the wedding transport will pick up and drop off, it has a long sandy beach, and plenty of tavernas and bars for the weekend.

The places below are just suggestions to get you started - there are lots of other lovely hotels, apartments and villas in and around Agia Marina, so book wherever suits you best.

Place	Type	Notes
Elia Agia Marina Hotel	Beachfront hotel	Right on the beach, sea-view breakfast, rooftop pools
Thalassa Beach Resort	Larger resort	Adults-oriented, own beach area, spa
Dore Boutique Hotel	Small boutique hotel	Intimate, short walk to the beach
Eden Beach Hotel	Apartments / studios	Beachfront, kitchenettes, good for families
Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach	Large beachfront resort	Good option for groups wanting to book together
Sun Flower Villas / Lavender Villas	Private villas	Best for families or groups of friends sharing

Late August is peak season in Crete - booking early is strongly advised.

The Weekend

Three days, one celebration

Welcome drinks

Friday 27th August · 4pm-9pm

Walkable from wherever you're staying in Agia Marina - exact spot to follow closer to the time. Casual, come say hi, no pressure. Children welcome.

The Wedding

Saturday 28th August

3:00 pmTransport pick-up from Agia Marina
4:30 pmCeremony - please be seated by 4:15
5:00 pmCocktail hour & nibbles
7:00 pmDinner, speeches & first dance
10:00 pmParty starts

Return coaches to Agia Marina in three waves: 1am, 2am and 3am. Pick your preference on the RSVP.

The wedding day itself is adults only - little ones are very welcome on Friday and Sunday.

Pool party

Sunday 29th August · 2pm-late

Walkable from Agia Marina - location to follow closer to the time. Bring swimwear, sunglasses, and whatever's left of your voice. Children welcome.

This is a casual event, so please come and go when you want. It's a chance to have a relaxing final day together.

The day unfolds

Cambos Estate captured us straight away. Surrounded by olive trees, the ceremony setting feels effortlessly romantic and timeless, exactly what we had imagined. We fell in love with the idea of celebrating entirely outdoors, with dinner and dancing under soft fairy lights, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere that feels both magical and relaxed.

3:00 pm · Transport pick-up

Coaches depart Agia Marina at 3pm sharp. Please be ready and waiting at the designated pick-up point - we want to make sure everyone arrives together and on time for the ceremony.

4:30 pm · The ceremony

Please be seated by 4:15. Surrounded by ancient olive trees, we'll say our vows in the most romantic outdoor setting we could have imagined. The ceremony setting feels effortlessly timeless - exactly what we had dreamed of.

5:00 pm · Cocktail hour & nibbles

Celebrate with us over drinks and delicious nibbles as the golden hour light washes over the estate. Mingle, laugh, and soak in the magic of the Cretan evening.

7:00 pm · Dinner, speeches & first dance

Dinner under soft fairy lights, with heartfelt speeches and our first dance as husband and wife. A warm, intimate atmosphere that feels both magical and relaxed - celebrating entirely outdoors, just as we always imagined.

10:00 pm · The party starts

The dancing begins! Join us on the floor as we celebrate into the night under the stars. This is the moment we've been waiting for - let's make it unforgettable.

Music, dancing and lots of fun!

1am / 2am / 3am · Home time

There will be three waves of departures from the venue, with coaches back to Agia Marina at 1am, 2am and 3am. Let us know your preferred wave on your RSVP - and don't worry, you can always change your mind on the night.

Getting here

Transport pick-up is at 3pm. If you're hiring a car or making your own way, the address is Neo Chorio, 730 03, Greece.

FAQ

Good questions

How do I get to Crete?

Fly into Chania (CHQ). There are direct flights from most major UK and European airports in summer. Agia Marina is about 25-30 minutes from the airport by taxi.

Where should we stay?

Agia Marina. All wedding transport runs from there, and it's a lovely beach town in its own right. See Travel & Stay above for suggestions.

How do we get to the venue?

We've got you covered. Free coaches will pick up from Agia Marina at 3pm sharp on the day, and return coaches run in three waves at 1am, 2am and 3am, dropping you back at the same spot. Pick your preferred wave on your RSVP. The exact pick-up point will be confirmed closer to the date. If you're hiring a car or making your own way, the address is Neo Chorio, 730 03, Greece.

Is the wedding outdoors?

Entirely. Ceremony among the olive trees, dinner and dancing under fairy lights. Sunglasses at the ceremony are completely acceptable.

What will the weather be like?

Late August in Crete is reliably hot and dry: around 28-30°C in the day and warm into the evening.

Can we bring our children?

We love your kids, but the wedding day itself is adults only - we want you to have a proper night off. Children are very welcome at the Friday welcome drinks and the Sunday pool party, so do bring them along to those.

Can I bring a plus one?

Invitations are limited to the named guest(s) on your invite - sadly we can't accommodate additional guests, as much as we'd love to celebrate with everyone.

When do I need to RSVP by?

By 1st May 2027, please. It's a destination wedding, so we need numbers early to plan properly.

What about Friday and Sunday?

Come to everything! Welcome drinks on Friday from 4pm to 9pm, and a pool party on Sunday from 2pm until late. Both will be walkable from Agia Marina, with exact locations shared closer to the time. Children welcome at both.

I have another question.

Email us at nickandmatilda@gmail.com

How we got here

Getting to Crete

Getting there

Where to stay

Three days, one celebration

The day unfolds

Dress code

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