WELCOME DRINKS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2024
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Landing
30 Bowen's Wharf, Newport
Summer Cocktail Attire
Hosted by Anne & Mike Lockwood
Drinks and light bites will be served. We're looking forward to kicking off the weekend with everyone!
WEDDING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024
5:30 pm
Castle Hill Inn
590 Ocean Ave, Newport
Black Tie
Please plan to arrive by 5:15 pm
WEDDING RECEPTION
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Castle Hill Inn
Black Tie
After party to follow at Buskers Pub in downtown Newport
Farewell Brunch
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024
10:30 AM
Wyndham Newport Hotel Patio
240 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown
Stop by for coffee & breakfast!
Transportation Schedule
We have arranged for transportation to and from Castle Hill Inn. Please see schedule below. Valet parking is also available.
Shuttle 1 - Middletown
4:30 PM - Pick up at Residence Inn Newport Middletown
4:45 PM - Pick up at Wyndham Newport Hotel
Shuttle 2 - Downtown Newport
4:45 PM - Pick up at Perrotti Park, 39 America’s Cup Avenue
4:50 PM - Pick up at Wellington Ave & Thames St (Outside of Hibernian Hall)
Shuttles will depart Castle Hill Inn following the reception for the after party at Buskers Pub, downtown Newport, Marriott Residence Inn & Wyndham Newport Hotel.
Thursday's welcome party is within walking distance from downtown Newport. There should also be plenty of Ubers available in the area.
FAQs
Will there be transportation provided to and from the venue?
We have arranged for transportation to and from Castle Hill Inn. Please see schedule below. Valet parking is also available.
What time is the wedding?
Our ceremony will start promptly at 5:30PM at Castle Hill Inn. We recommend arriving at 5:00PM and allotting extra time for travel since there is often traffic during the summer. A transportation schedule will be provided.
What is the dress code?
The suggested attire for our wedding is black tie. We suggest fun and colorful midi/maxi-length dresses and tuxedos. The ceremony and cocktail hour will be on the lawn.
Thursday's welcome party is summer cocktail attire.
Are there room blocks available?
Room blocks have been secured at the Wyndham Newport Hotel and the Marriott Residence Inn. The last dates to book these room blocks are July 1st and July 7th, respectively.
Please visit the link below for more information on room blocks. We recommend booking accommodations as early as possible.
TRAVEL
GETTING TO NEWPORT
BY CAR
Newport is a 4 hour drive from NYC, 2 hour drive from Boston & 45 minute drive from Providence.
BY TRAIN
We recommend taking Amtrak to Kingston, RI or Providence, RI and then taking a cab or Uber to Newport (30-40 mins).
BY PLANE
The closest airport is Providence's T.F. Green Airport or Boston's Logan Airport.
GETTING TO CASTLE HILL INN
SHUTTLES
We have arranged for transportation to and from Castle Hill Inn. Please see schedule below.
BY CAR
Parking is available for those who wish to drive to Castle Hill Inn. Uber & Lyft is also readily available in Newport.
REGISTRY
ZOLA
THINGS TO DO
CLIFF WALK
3.5-mile National Recreation Trail along the coast including sandy beaches and historic mansions.
THE NEWPORT MANSIONS
BEACHES
There are two main beaches in Newport/Middletown. Easton’s Beach, also known as First Beach & Sachuest Beach, or Second Beach.
NEWPORT'S WHARVES
Bowen’s Wharf and Bannister’s Wharf are located in downtown Newport.
RESTAURANTS
-Drift Cafe: Coffee, smoothies & healthy breakfast options.
-Clarke Cooke House: A Newport classic. Great for lunch or dinner.
-The Black Pearl: Casual outdoor seating & famed clam chowder on Bannister's Wharf.
-Pasta Beach: Perfect spot for delicious pasta & pizza.
-Newport Lobster Shack: Casual food truck to grab a lobster roll & chowder!
-Del's Lemonade: A true Rhode Island classic & our favorite summer treat!
Accommodations
Room blocks have been secured at two hotels but there are many options for hotels, AirBnB, and bed & breakfasts.
Transportation will be provided from downtown Newport & room block hotels to Castle Hill Inn on Friday. Welcome drinks will be at The Landing in downtown Newport.
Marriott Residence Inn
Room Block
325 W Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 845-2005
The last date to book is July 7th.
Please use the link below or mention the Sullivan/Lockwood wedding when calling the hotel. If you are booking a 2 night stay, this hotel requires that you book both nights separately. By booking the same type of room, your reservation will be combined and you will have the same room for both nights. Transportation will be provided from this hotel on Friday.
Wyndham Newport Hotel
Room Block
240 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 236-2020
The last date to book is July 1st.
Please use the link below, use code 080824SUL when booking online or refer to the Sullivan/Lockwood Wedding when calling the reservations department. Transportation will be provided from this hotel on Friday.
