J&A

621 days to go

Joe &
Aaron

are getting married.

When: Sat 1 Jul 2028
Doors: 3pm till late
Where: Bingley Little Theatre

We're getting married, and throwing a proper party to celebrate with all our nearest and dearest. Expect live music, DJs, street food, a lot of lights and a lot of love. Bring your dancing shoes.

Live music
DJs till late
Street food
A room full of lights

Fourteen years in the making

Joe & Aaron: The early days — The early days

Joe & Aaron: Suited and booted — Suited and booted

We'd spotted each other in the Stew & Oyster bar (now Salt) at Calls Landing in Leeds, but neither of us did anything about it. In the end it took Tinder to get us on a first date in July 2014. So yes, dating apps do work. You heard it here first.

Six months later we'd moved in together, because why wait? Ethel the French bulldog arrived that same year and has been running the house ever since. We bought our first home in 2018, Ernie joined the family in 2022, and in 2024 we moved to our forever home in Thwaites Brow.

On 1 July 2028 it'll be fourteen years. We can't think of a better way to mark it than with all of you, a lot of lights and a very full dance floor.

The story so far

July 2014

First date (thanks, Tinder)
January 2015

Moved in together
2015

Ethel the French bulldog arrives and takes charge
2018

Our first home
February 2022

Ernie joins the family
2024

Our forever home in Thwaites Brow
1 July 2028

The wedding, fourteen years on

Order of the day

A rough guide

3:00pm

Doors open

Arrive, grab a drink, find your people.
3:30pm

The ceremony

The short, emotional bit. Tissues optional.
4:30pm

Drinks & photos
6:00pm

Food

Street food. Nobody leaves hungry.
8:00pm

Live music
9:30pm

Lights down, DJs on

Till late.

Getting there

Bingley Little Theatre

Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, Bingley BD16 2LZ

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By train

Bingley station is about three minutes' walk away on the Airedale line, with direct trains from Leeds (about 20 minutes), Bradford Forster Square, Keighley and Skipton.
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By car

The arts centre car park (BD16 2LZ) is right next to the building but only has about 30 spaces. Wellington (BD16 2NA, 60 spaces) and Queen Street (BD16 2JS, 72 spaces) are close by. All are pay and display, roughly £3 for the afternoon, then £1 after 6pm. Blue Badge holders park free.
Directions
By bus

Buses stop on Main Street, right outside. The 662 runs between Bradford and Keighley, and the 60 between Leeds and Keighley.

Getting home

The last trains from Bingley towards Leeds and Bradford usually leave around 11:30pm on a Saturday. For a taxi, book your ride home before the night starts, as Saturday nights get busy. Uber also covers the Bradford area.

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Where to stay

Book early: July weekends get busy.

5 min by taxi

Closest hotel

Mercure Bradford Bankfield

A three-star hotel on Bradford Road in Cottingley. BD16 1TU.

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10 min by taxi

Budget

Premier Inn Bradford North

No-frills and reliable, with a Brewers Fayre on site. On Bradford Road in Sandbeds, out towards Keighley. BD20 5NG.

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15 min by car

Golf & country

Hollins Hall

A country hotel with its own golf course on Hollins Hill in Baildon. Good if you want to make a weekend of it. BD17 7QW.

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20 min by car

Cosy

Haworth B&Bs

For something cosier, Haworth is full of guest houses on and around its cobbled Main Street.

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20 min by train

City

Leeds or Bradford

Plenty of city-centre hotels with direct trains to Bingley. Just keep an eye on the last train home.

Questions

On the night

What time should I arrive?

Doors open at 3pm and the ceremony starts at 3:30pm, so aim to be in your seat by 3:15. Like any good theatre, latecomers will be let in at a suitable moment.

When does it finish?

Late. We'll confirm the exact time nearer the day so you can plan your lift home.

What should I wear?

Whatever you'll feel great dancing in. Dress up, have fun with it. There's no theme and nothing you need to buy.

Will there be food?

Yes. Street food from around 6pm, and nobody leaves hungry. Tell us about any allergies or dietary needs when you RSVP.

Is there a bar?

The arts centre has its own bars, so you'll never be far from a drink. We'll let you know nearer the time what's on us.

Can I take photos?

During the party, go for it. During the ceremony, please keep phones away. Our photographer has it covered.

Getting there & home

Where do I park?

The arts centre's own car park is right next to the building but only has about 30 spaces, so it fills fast. Wellington (BD16 2NA) and Queen Street (BD16 2JS) car parks are a short walk away. They're all pay and display on a Saturday, and town-centre traffic can be slow at weekends, so give yourself extra time.

I'm coming by train. How do I find it?

Bingley station is about three minutes away on foot. Leave by the main entrance, head towards the bar opposite and take the cobbled street to its right. The arts centre is at the top, across the pedestrian crossing.

How do I get home?

The last trains usually leave Bingley around 11:30pm. For taxis, the local numbers are under Travel: book ahead, as Saturday nights get busy.

Access

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. The main entrance is easy to get into, there's room for wheelchairs in the main theatre and there are accessible toilets. Upstairs is reached by a lift through a side door, where staff will meet you. If you have any access needs at all, put them in the note on your RSVP and we'll sort it with the venue before the day.

Is there disabled parking?

There are two Blue Badge bays in the arts centre car park (3m by 5m). They can't be booked, so if you need one, tell us and we'll do what we can.

Will there be flashing lights or loud music?

Yes. It's a theatre and a party, so expect stage lighting, possibly strobe and haze, and live music and DJs later on. If that's a problem for you, let us know and we'll make sure you know when it's coming.

Can I bring my assistance dog?

Assistance dogs are welcome at the arts centre. Just bear in mind it'll get loud once the music starts.

Your invite

Are kids welcome?

If your children's names are on your ticket, absolutely.

Can I bring a plus one?

If you've got one, you'll see the option when you RSVP. The names on your ticket are who we've planned for, so if something's changed, message us.

When do I need to reply by?

The date's on your ticket. The sooner the better, as it helps us plan food and numbers.

What if I need to change my RSVP?

Just open your invite link again and update it before the RSVP deadline. After that, message us directly.

What about gifts?

Honestly, you being there is the gift. Details to follow if you'd like to do something.

Who do I ask if my question isn't here?

Message Joe or Aaron. No question is too small.

Joe &Aaron