What is the typical wording for a wedding invite in the UK?

Most UK invitations follow a simple, traditional structure. The couple's names appear first, often with the line 'Together with their families' if parents are helping host. Then comes the request: 'request the pleasure of your company' or 'invite you to celebrate'. After that, you add the venue, date and time, followed by details of the reception if it is at the same place.

You can make it more personal. Some couples write 'We invite you to join us' or 'Please join us as we say our vows'. If parents are hosting, you might start with their names, for example 'Mr and Mrs Smith request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter...'. But modern invitations often keep it simple and put the couple first.

For a second wedding, a less formal wording is fine, such as 'Together with their children, [Name] and [Name] invite you...'. For a humanist or non-religious ceremony, you can say 'celebration of marriage' instead of 'wedding'. Always include a clear RSVP date and how to reply, whether by post or online.