Country Wedding Venues in East Sussex

Lara

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

My husband and I were among the first couples to get married at Hidden Acres, and we couldn’t have chosen a better venue! We had 100 guests during the day, with an additional 20 joining us in the evening. On the night before the wedding, 14 of us checked into the Farmhouse. The rooms were spacious, and the beds were incredibly comfortable! The afternoon before the wedding was spent adding our personal touches to the marquee, followed by an early night. Waking up on the property made everything feel so special. With three master bedrooms, both the groomsmen and bridesmaids could get ready in separate rooms, which made the morning even more relaxed. Sneakily watching our guests arrive from the house was a delightful experience! The ceremony lawn is absolutely stunning—sweeping countryside views and a perfectly flat lawn made for a picturesque setting. The venue provided chairs, a PA system, and a sound engineer, which gave us peace of mind knowing everyone could clearly hear the ceremony. Afterward, the venue brought out lawn games, and our guests had plenty of seating and shade. At 3:45, we were called to the marquee, which was bright, airy, and perfect for our reception. The sides could be rolled up to allow for extra airflow, which was a welcome relief on the warmer afternoon. The venue provided all the tables and chairs. We provided corkage-free drinks from 1-5 pm, and at 5, the venue’s fully stocked bar opened with all the popular drinks. The staff was incredibly friendly, and Sarah ensured everything ran smoothly. It was such a relief knowing all the details were being looked after so we could truly relax and enjoy the day. Sarah’s meticulous planning helped us prepare for every detail in advance. We opted for paella catering, which was fantastic! The day felt magical, and the sunset over the meadow created breathtaking photos that we’ll cherish forever. We partied until 11 pm, when quiet hours began. Then we gathered around the campfire for the rest of the evening, continuing the celebration in a more intimate setting. The venue also provided three bell tents, allowing more of our friends to stay on-site. Additionally, we had free access to the props and styling shed, we choose a range of rugs, pillows, milk churns, and lanterns to add that touch. A massive thank you to Hidden Acres for allowing us to be one of the first couples to marry here! The day was organised with military precision, and it was, without a doubt, the best day of my life.

Nicole

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

I can not begin to thank the team at Dyke golf club enough for all the hard work they all put in not only on the build-up to our wedding day but the day itself! they put us at ease throughout the whole process and shared their expertise along the way!

I came in as the event manager and coordinator for my friends; the bride and groom, however not needed as Jenny takes care of every element of your day. She is a joy to work with. The venue is exceptional. The decor is stunning and every detail has been well thoughtout with a lot of love and care. It has many beautiful settings yet still a size that feels intimate and keeps your guests nearby while they enjoy the grounds. The beautiful high-end double marquee and the dance party room with a fully equipt bar means there is more than enough space even in the wet weather. The out door ceremony space is that of a midsummer night's fairytale. All the team at TB, especially Jenny and Oli were so accommodating during the planning, throughout the day and days after so you'll always feel looked after every step of the way. I highly recommend hiring the sound and lighting team if you can. They are real pros, find solutions to meet your needs and will bring your event to the next level. Definitely worth every penny. Every member of the TB team were warm, fun and friendly and gave exceptional service. Trading Boundaries is a true Sussex countryside treasuretrove and you will be so pleased you chose them for your special day. Your guests will certainly have venue envy!

Alex

4.8 out of 5 rating

4.8

How do I start? We began planning with Henry and Rowan back in 2019 when we visited the site that Winter. After the devastating effect of COVID we watched their efforts and business grow over the next couple of years until, finally, we were able to have the wedding which surpassed all our expectations July 2022. The site is beautifully quiet, rural and eco-conscious. Ever-evolving projects keep popping up and we have seen the birth of the camping fields with the addition of outdoor showers, compost toilet block, fire pit and outdoor chill area. A huge part of this ethos comes through in things which are upcycled, remade, or built by hand. Everything we were missing when we relocated to site the day before our wedding was taken care of and we wanted for nothing. I will remember every moment of this gorgeously rustic place until the day I am no longer here and we have been told by our guests repeatedly that they adored the day in its entirety. I hope to still come camping here in the future and revive some of our emotions of the day. If you want love, friends, family, nature and an emotionally caring and enthusiastic company then THIS is the place for you. It's very special to us. Thank you Henry & Rowan

Massive thank you to Clare, her husband, Maria and all the staff at Milwards Estate. We chose Milwards as our wedding venue as it was a beautiful setting, extremely laid back and just what we had in mind for our special day. All staff at Milwards were very attentive and on hand to help wherever required. Very thankful to Clare's husband for finding me a safety pin when needed and clare for trying to fix my shoes that unfortunately we're giving me some problems. I would definitely recommend Milwards Estate to anyone. We really did have an amazing day and you were a massive part in creating that. Hope to stay in touch.