FRIENDS SINCE: 2008
Arguably Roisin spent more time at Yaz's house than her own during the College years! Yasmin has been a loyal and consistent friend to Roisin since they were 17 years old. Yaz has always been a terrible influence on Roisin but she is always right next to Roisin getting into just as much mischief. No matter what, Yaz is always on the other side of the phone and is a genuinely incredible friend to both Roisin and Ben. Ride or die!
FRIENDS SINCE: 2012
Roisin always wanted a younger sister and in Emily she has been fortunate to have someone who is not only her new sister but also one of her closest friends. From the moment Ben introduced Roisin to the family, Emily made Roisin feel welcome. Emily's funny and silly humour is infectious so it's hard not to smile and laugh in her presence. Emily is an incredible aunt to her nephews who are absolutely obsessed with her and love spending time with her.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2012
They say the friends you meet at University will be lifelong but Roisin didn't believe it until she met Kathryn. Kathryn was the Netball chairlady whilst Roisin was the Cheerleading chairlady and theoretically should have been rivals but far from it. It was clear very soon into their friendship that they were very similar and shared a lot of the same values. Kathryn was one of the first people Roisin called on FaceTime when Ben proposed. Kathryn has been there through thick and thin and is an incredibly strong and kind friend.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2009
Alice is one of those friends who seems to know what is going on in Roisin's head before she has even realised it (salmon skin roll). The best way to describe Alice and Roisin's friendship is kindred spirits. If we didn't look so different you would think we were sisters. Alice has a heart of gold and is arguably one of Jude's favourite people.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2008
The best way to describe Shannan according to Roisin is home. Shannan has an incredible way of making you feel at ease (necessary when your best friend is neurotic) and her warm is infectious. Shannan is loyal, kind hearted and a party animal! If you ever need a hype man, you know where to look!
FRIENDS SINCE: 2003
Almost 20 years of friendship and still going strong. There are no words to describe the love Roisin has for Phoebe. Phoebe has been by Roisin's side through the horrible teenage years of overly plucked eyebrows, shitty puppy love break ups and heinous hangovers (I'm still very sorry about the Ouzo). No matter what, we have always looked after each other and Roisin can always rely on Phoebe.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2006
Along with Adam Jowett, Stu was Ben's first friend when he moved to Suffolk. Forming their friendship over a mutual love of football, Xbox 360 and "Student Mondays" in Ipswich town centre. Stu's house became a second home to Ben and his mum Sam will say she actually has three children - Stu, Lee and Ben!
FRIENDS SINCE: 2013
The two Bens have been playing a double act for nine years. Ben and Ben became fast friends and have seen their respective families grow to now include three nephews. Two things they will never agree on however: international rugby, and Iron Maiden!
FRIENDS SINCE: 2006
Adam, along with Stu, was Ben's first friend in Suffolk. He will probably claim he was the very first as he was the one who approached the lonely looking figure in Claydon Sixth Form common room. Since then he has been a constant support and friend to Ben and whilst geography and busy lives sometimes keep them apart, it always feels just like nothing has changed when they get together.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2007
Ben's surrogate brother. Lee was quite often the third player on Halo, when he wasn't arguing with his brother. Ben and Stu enjoyed many an evening winding Lee and his girlfriend of the time up; they were just jealous really!
FRIENDS SINCE: 2014
Introduced by Roisin, Ed and Ben bonded over rugby and spent more than a few Saturdays playing for the mighty Shooters Hill (LOL). The proud founders of the "Strawpedo Invitational" which Ed is being presented the winners trophy for in the photo, there has been more than a few boozy evenings shared.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2015
What started as a client/supplier relationship became a strong friendship, Ben and Jazz have had some great times in London. Even though Covid has meant they haven't been able to get together in the last couple of years, they have kept in touch and will no doubt be making up for lost time at the stag and the wedding!
The mastermind of the day.
Jude likes to refer to the wedding as 'our wedding' and has been our main consultant on all decisions. To say that he has been excited would be an understatement!
FUN FACT: When Ben proposed to Roisin, Jude burst into tears not soon after Roisin said yes.
Chief cake taster.
George has recently joined as Jude's assistant although anyone would think that he is the one running the show. Keep your dessert close... it won't be safe around this little squish!
FUN FACT: George has an alter ego we have named Jorge. What can we say? The boy has too much personality to limit him to one name!
Our favourite little surprise but one we couldn't imagine life without!
Finan has the very important job of protecting the rings at all costs. Finan is also our resident party animal who loves nothing more than to mine sweep drinks and keep his parents' on their toes.
FUN FACT: The first person Finan acknowledges when he walks into our house is Charlie...the dog.
In 2015 this incredible whirlwind entered our lives and made us godparents. Isabella has been a wonderful friend to our boys and finds new ways every day to make everyone proud. Bella is an experienced flower girl so we have been asking her for tips!
FUN FACT: For a while, Isabella would only go to Ben. We all took it very personally.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2012
How can we describe Gabs? She is incredible. There are no words to fully describe how in awe we are of everything Gabrielle has achieved. Roisin & Ben were fighting over who could have Gabrielle in their wedding party so instead thought we would ask her to undertake this role as there are not many we would trust with such a responsibility.
FRIENDS SINCE: 2012
Roisin's sanity saviour during a particularly tough year, Scarlett has been a rock to both Ben and Roisin during their time in London. Having met Roisin through their work in the Students' Union, Scarlett quickly became a staple in both Ben and Roisin's lives. Scarlett is there when you need her and will always be open and honest with you. Alongside Gabrielle, we were excited to ask Scarlett to take on this role. She will bring it!