Please join

Joel Thompson and Ruby Walker

on September 19, 2026

as we celebrate our marriage

in rural* Wells, England.

*Don't worry - England is the size of Pennsylvania, so it's only a 2 hour drive from London!

Our Story

Joel

Joel grew up in a small town outside of Wells, UK as the second of four sons to Jonathan & Susan Thompson.

Joel is quiet and curious, with strong passions in film and music. He owns over 1000 CDs and collects vintage speakers and synthesizers dating back to the 1930s. He loves the library and warm cups of unsweetened cocoa.

Joel graduated King's College London with a Bachelor's in Philosophy, and is currently studying software engineering.

Ruby

Ruby grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as the only child to Jonathan & Victoria Walker.

Ruby is an ambitious out-of-the-box thinker. Their childhood revolved around clarinet lessons, long hours playing The Sims and dancing to dad's Radiohead CDs.

Ruby earned a full scholarship to The University of Pittsburgh and completed a Master's in Social Work. Today, they work as an psychotherapist specializing in relationships & sexual health.

Together

Joel and Ruby matched on Hinge January 2, 2023. They connected over weird music and mutual dreams to drop everything and move to Berlin.

Four days later, Ruby asked: "Wanna go out together? Like now?"

They went to a queer dance party at a goth club. Joel did not dance.

Since then? Waking up in Japan's Capybara Villa. Dancing the night away in Berlin. Perfecting our pizza recipes. Crate digging at Amoeba Music. Hiking → Stargazing → nearly freezing to death 10,000 feet above Palm Springs. Singing made up songs to Winston. Lots and lots of love.

Travel & Accommodations

From London

By Car: Wells is a 2 hour drive from Heathrow Airport. Stonehenge is visible on the drive!

By Bus: 2 hour coach from Heathrow to Bristol.

By Train: 1.5 hour from Central London to Bristol.

From Bristol

By Car: Wells is a 40 minute drive from Bristol Airport. Ubers are available for about £40 / $50.

By Bus: 1 hour coach from Bristol to Wells.

By Foot: 19 miles of limestone cliffs, ancient caves, and wild goats. Don't forget your hiking boots!

Need help getting here? Let us know. We'll work with guests to organize carpools.

Wells, UK

We are so excited to welcome guests from around the world to this peaceful corner of Southwest England. Wells is the smallest city in England, featuring lush countryside fields scattered with gorgeous medieval architecture.

Hotels

The Swan Hotel boasts a rich history dating back to 1422, with past guests like King Henry VII and Winston Churchill. Ruby will be staying here.

Other hotels within walking distance include The White Hart and The Ancient Gatehouse.

Venue

Our ceremony and reception will be held at The Engine House aka the Thompson family home, 7 miles from central Wells.

Directions from Wells Cathedral:

Head east on B3139 (aka St. Thomas Road / Bath Road) for 3.5 miles.

Turn right onto B3135 (aka Roemead Road) - follow signs to Frome / Shepton Mallet. Drive 2.1 miles.

Continue straight past the A37 intersection (The Mendip Inn and signs to Bristol / Shepton Mallet). After this, take the next left onto Simbriss Rd (white sign pointing to Neighbourne). Continue 1.7 miles.

When you see a grey warehouse on your right, turn left onto Gurney Slade. In 500 feet, take the first right and continue past the neighbor's gate. Congrats, you've made it!

Schedule

Friday, Sept 18

2PM: Tour of Wells Cathedral

6PM: Arrival Dinner

Saturday, Sept 19

3PM: Ceremony at The Engine House (Thompson family home)

4PM: Cocktail Hour

5PM: Reception

Sunday, Sept 20

12PM: Brunch

2PM: Tour of Bishop's Palace

RSVP

Please click here to RSVP by June 19, 2026.

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Details

Dress code: Dress to impress in semi-formal attire with autumn colors. The ceremony will take place outdoors, so please bring a jacket or cardigan and avoid high heels.

Gifts: As we will be travelling back to Los Angeles, please refrain from bringing any large physical gifts. If you would like to help us celebrate, please contribute cash to help us pay for the wedding. If gifts are out of your budget, just bring a nice card and yourself - we want you here with us!

Children: Our wedding is a child-free event.

Plus Ones: All single guests are entitled to bring a plus one. Please note this on your RSVP.