Newhall Estate

The Night Before / Welcome BBQ

Wedding Day

Wedding Ceremony

Drinks & Appetizer Reception

Wedding Dinner Followed by Dancing

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Our Wedding

It all began with a playful round of mini golf in Sherman Oaks, CA — a first date full of laughter, light-hearted competition, and the spark of something special. As our connection grew, we took our first trip together to beautiful San Diego, creating unforgettable memories and falling even more in love. Over the next year, we learned our passion for good food, sporting events and sea shantys. Over a year later, Cameron got down on one knee on the cliffs of Palos Verdes, with the ocean stretching out beside us and the city of Los Angeles in the distance. It was a breathtaking moment — intimate, thoughtful, and filled with love. On March 28 2025, we said "I Do!" with close family and friends. On July 29, 2026, we can't wait to celebrate with our friends and family at the breathtaking NewHall Estate, enjoying great company and memories over our love.

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Wedding Party

There are two events with many out of country guests from several traditions and cultures attending. To make sure all our guests are comfortable we are providing some additional information for you.

July 28, 6:00pm, Estate OpensThe Night Before, Welcome BBQ, 7:00- 8:00 Dinner ServedAttire: Casual.This event is being held on the Newhall Estate. The estate has walking paths, gardens and places to explore. Lawn games will be available if weather permits. We will also have a fire pit going and an opportunity to make smore's. The dress is casual. Please be comfortable and enjoy the estate. If it rains the event will be held indoors. Jeans, casual pants or casual dress are all appropriate. We recommend you dress for the weather so you can spend some time enjoying the grounds even if it is lightly raining if you choose to do so. The main house has a library and gathering rooms with games and music. Please RSVP if you will be joining us for dinner or not so we may advise the caterers. If you cannot make dinner please feel free to come by the Estate later. Event ends 9:30pm

July 29, 2:30pm: Estate Opens to Guests gathering and music.3:00pm Wedding Ceremony starts. Followed by a reception, dinner and dancing, late night snacks and fire pit.Attire: Formal / Black-Tie (Optional)We hope to have the ceremony and drinks reception outside in the walled garden and patio. Dinner and dancing will be held indoors in the Coach House with the patio and fire pits open for the dancing celebration. This will depend on the weather. If the weather does not cooperate all events will be indoors but regardless, the different events require short walks outside to some of the different event spaces. The Estate provides umbrellas for all guests. Please consider appropriate wraps/garments for the weather.

We hope this information is helpful. If you have questions please message us. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Maddie &amp; Cameron

Event Details

Attire: For the Wedding Day Men:It is the custom in Scotland for men to wear kilts to weddings including guests. The people of Scotland are NOT offended by Americans and other nationalities dressing in their traditional attire. Suits, Tux or Kilt are all appropriate. The groom, wedding party, family and many guests will be in traditional kilt outfits. Please join in the tradition if you choose. The Brides father has chosen a formal tux. Guests will be in Suits or Kilt outfits. It is your choice. The groom and bridal party have chosen Kilts-4-U located in Glasgow with multiple locations. <a href="www.kilts-4-u.com ." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.kilts-4-u.com .</a>Another option is Macgregor &amp; MacDuff, <a href="https://macgregorandmacduff.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://macgregorandmacduff.co.uk</a>, with locations in Edinburgh and Glasgow areas and has online fittings as well as delivery services. There are many providers so feel free to shop around. If you choose delivery: Many wedding hire companies offer delivery to the venue or accommodation. If you are part of the wedding party/spouse/guest and will be arranging a delivery to the venue (Newhall Estate) please let us know so we can alert the venue. Women:Evening gowns, cocktail dresses all lengths are appropriate as well as kilt dresses for those wanting traditional dress. All paths between the event spaces are paved or hard packed gravel. Heels will work however if the weather cooperates the ceremony will be in the garden lawns on grass. Regardless please feel free to bring along a change of shoes. Your comfort is important and this will be a long fun day with walking to various parts of the estate and of course dancing! The venue will have a room/place to keep bags, wraps, coats. Weather: Scotland at this time of year can be warm sunny and beautiful clear skies OR it could be chilly and rainy OR more than likely we will get both. Please consider a wrap or coat according to the weather. The venue provides umbrellas for all guests. Tuesday night BBQ: CasualCasual dress, pants, jeans are all welcome. Shoes: You may just want to walk the path to the waterfall or say hello to the local highland cow! Plan accordingly.

Attire

We are so excited to have you join in the celebration of our marriage. There are many wonderful options for those who wish to book accommodations near the wedding venue. We have provided a recommended list with website links and contact information below. We have some additional rooms blocked at The Craigie Hotel. If you have questions or want assistance please reach out to the brides mom, Brenda Lotesta at <a href="mailto:lotestabrenda@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lotestabrenda@gmail.com</a>. Thank you for your love and support and joining us for our celebration.Maddie and Cameron Book Accommodations Early: There is a lot going on in Scotland during the time before and after the wedding. The Commonwealth Games 2026 sporting events are in Glasgow July 23 - Aug 2. <a href="https://www.glasgow2026.com." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.glasgow2026.com.</a> The Edinburgh Fringe Festival Is Aug 7-31. <a href="https://www.edfringe.com." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.edfringe.com.</a> For non-UK citizens, International Travelers from the US: Please note you need a (UK ETA), Electronic Travel Authorization. Each person including minors/babies need an ETA to travel to the UK. You will need to apply online a minimum of 4 days prior to arriving in the UK. You may apply for this travel authorization visa at <a href="http://www.gov.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>. The current cost for 2025 is 16.00 pounds p/p. You may also download an app from your app store to your phone, android or iPhone. The authorization is all done digitally and will be electronically linked to your passport. No paper documents to worry about. The Wedding Venue: Newhall Estates, Carlops, Scotland is located 30 minutes from Edinburgh. <a href="https://www.newhallestate.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.newhallestate.co.uk/</a> Hotels, B&amp;B’s and Air B&amp;B’s are located all throughout the area as well as many options between Carlops and Edinburgh. Accommodations: The closest options for overnight accommodation (across the street): Penicuik Estate, Penicuik: <a href="http://www.penicuikestate.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.penicuikestate.com</a> This estate is a luxury retreat estate and the prices are at the very high end. The property is next door to the wedding venue and has 4 one bedroom cottages (only sleeps 2 adults) for individual rent with a 2-night stay min. The cottages are open now for booking. Book on line. The Craigie Hotel This is the property we are recommending if you want to come in for 1 or 2 nights because it is close (8 min drive from venue) and has a restaurant, bar, outdoor areas. (no elevator), close to town and the Pentland Hills National Park. We visited this place in December.This is a lovely 16 room hotel. We have 6 additional rooms booked at this hotel to be sure our guests have accommodations at a very busy time in this area. If you would like to stay at this hotel email Cameron cameronbryan270595@gmail.com or Brenda Lotesta, lotesta.brenda@gmail.com and we will transfer a reservation into your name. We are looking to arrange transportation to and from the event on July 29th. Please designate on RSVP if you would like to ride with the group.W: <a href="http://www.thecraigie.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thecraigie.co.uk</a>It is also listed on booking.com PeggysLea FarmThis is a luxury bed and breakfast and has accessible rooms. It is less than a mile from the wedding venue or a 2 min. Drive. It is fully booked for the wedding night but if they have cancelations we will get a notification. We will be arranging transportation to and from the event on July 29th. Please reserve on RSVP.E: <a href="mailto:enquiries@peggysleafarm.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">enquiries@peggysleafarm.co.uk</a>P: 07740 288662W: <a href="http://www.peggysleafarm.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.peggysleafarm.co.uk</a> The Horseshoe Inn. 1862 A703, Eddleston, Peebles EH45 8QP, United KingdomThis is a 4 star Bed and Breakfast with 8 en-suite rooms. Highly rated at a value price. This property is 15 min drive from the wedding venue. Available for booking now.E: <a href="mailto:enquiries@horseshoeinn.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">enquiries@horseshoeinn.co.uk</a>P: 01721 730225W: <a href="http://www.horseshoeinn.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.horseshoeinn.co.uk</a> The Gordon Arms Hotel, Dolphinton Rd, West Linton EH46 7DR, United Kingdom.This facility is 7 minutes from the wedding venue. It is a Pub and Restaurant with rooms. Three star hotel. This is a casual option with a sports bar and pub.W: <a href="http://www.thegordon.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thegordon.co.uk</a>P: 01968 660 208 Pentland Cosy Air B&amp;B one bedroom cottage. Open for booking now. This small home is located off the same road as the venue and estimated to be 10 to 15 min from the venue but please verify the distance with the host before booking.W: <a href="http://www.airbnb.com/h/pentland-cosy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.airbnb.com/h/pentland-cosy</a> Self-Catering Properties: Private home/cottage rentals near venue and all around Scotland. Crabtree &amp; Crabtree manage properties, private vacation homes and cottagescontact: W: Crabtreeandcrabtree.comescapes@crabtreeandcrabtree.com Eastside Cottages: Property managers booking vacation accommodations in a wide areaE: <a href="mailto:info@eastsidecottages.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@eastsidecottages.co.uk</a>.W: <a href="http://www.eastsidecottages.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.eastsidecottages.co.uk</a> Castle Hotels across Scotland. Travel luxury Castle Hotels and Estate stays across Scotland.<a href="http://celticcastles.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://celticcastles.com</a> Additional Options: This is a link to google map search of hotels for the surrounding area including Edinburgh: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/Hotels/@55.8357607,-3.5103309,10.23z/data=!4m11!2m10!3m5!2sNewhall+Estate!3s0x4887e9d190383777:0x78f1d42d9a648ac0!4m2!1d-3.3179125!2d55.7955256!5m3!5m2!4m1!1i2?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcyMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google area around Newhall Estates</a>

Travel/Accommodations

Parking: Plenty of parking is available on the Newhall Estate grounds. Transportation: If you plan on using ride share or private hire to and from the venue please take note: Uber and Lyft are NOT reliable in this area and if they do show up they are very expensive. There are plenty of private ride providers who are very reasonable and reliable. These transportation options are listed below. We are looking in to providing shuttles from the Craigie Hotel, Peggyslea Farm and the Penicuik Estate and others as warranted depending on our guests chosen accommodations. When you RSVP we ask for your accommodation location as a separate question. Please respond to that so we can arrange or assist with transportation as appropriate. Please check back 60 days prior to the events. Taxis/Car Service Recommended by Newhall Estates. These are options for use from Glasgow, Edinburgh or the surrounding area.Alternative to LYFT, Uber.RAB Cabs P: 07541 256 473Penicuik Taxis P: 01968 679 600Staff’s Taxis P:07544061768FM Private Hire P: 01968 677 370JC Taxis P: 01968 676 161KPM Private Hire P: 07735 987778Green Lyne P: 07771 756471Aerial ABW Cabs P: 0131 663 3232 Driving in Scotland: Driving rules and penalties are strict. Coming Soon Cameron with be posting tips to avoid any issues. Check back for information and tips on driving in Scotland closer to the date.

Transportation/Driving

Things to Do

Registry

Q + A

Thank you for suggesting music for our DJ!The link below takes you directly to our request play list. Once you click the link you will be asked for some additional information.Your Name: xxxDate of event: 29 July 2026Password: lgii7exYou will be able to search by Artist name or song name and add to the request playlist. Have Fun!<a href="https://mydjeventplanner.net/requests.asp?djidnumber=14738" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mydjeventplanner.net/requests.asp?djidnumber=14738</a>

Madeline & Cameron

Madeline & Cameron

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