Emily Atack, 36, celebrated her hen do with a sun‑soaked getaway in Andalusia, Spain, sharing bikini photos on Instagram. she and fiancé Alistair Garner, 40, are set to marry in September. The actress has banned children from the three‑day wedding, a decision guests have reportedly welcomed.

Andalusia: A Childhood Home Turned Wedding Venue

According to the source, the couple chose Spain because Emily’s family holidayed there regularly during her childhood and she continues to visit annually. The location’s sentimental value is echoed by an insider who told The Sun On Sunday that Emily has loved the idea of marrying in the stunning countryside there. The wedding’s Spanish backdrop also offers guaranteed sunshine, a bonus the couple “adore,” the insider added.

Kids Out, Guests In: The “No Children” Rule Explained

In an interview on The Romesh Ranganathan Show podcast,Emily explained that the decision to ban all children was made to keep the event “kind to our friends” and to avoid the logistical and financial burden of catering for kids. she said, “We’re being kind to our friends and making sure that people don’t have to worry too much about paying for lots of things, but we have said no kids at the wedding, no children.” The source reports that guests have welcomed the rule, with many expressing support for the “f*** those kids” sentiment.

Dress, Party, and Pop‑Culture Inspiration

Emily revealed she wants a “huge dress and a big f**k off party” inspired by her role in the 80s series Rivals, according to the source. she also mentioned that her mother joked her dream mother‑of‑the‑bride outfit would be a Kim Kardashian Met Gala look. The source notes that Emily has recently returned to screens in the Disney+ series Rivals , adding a pop‑culture flair to her wedding vision.

Unanswered Questions About the Wedding’s Logistics

While the source details the no‑children policy and the venue choice, it does not disclose how many guests will attend or how the couple plans to accommodate the 23‑month‑old son, Barney, who will be present. The source also leaves unclear whether the wedding will be a private ceremony or open to the public, and how the couple’s scientific fiancé, Alistair Garner, factors into the planning process.