Wedding Venues in East Sussex

Thomas

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Going into our wedding, my now wife and I had some idea of what we wanted for our wedding day, a venue away from the hustle and bustle of civilisation, a rustic but well equipped barn, picturesque surroundings for as far as the eye could see. We thought we were being too picky, and that such a venue only existed in our imaginations. That was until my wife stumbled across Home Farm Stables. From the pictures we were excited, and so we quickly asked to meet the owners to take a look around. Lucy and Barry met us in the court yard of their wedding venue. It had been easy to find, and we were impressed by how close to Uckfield it was for our guests to find transport, but somehow felt like it was a hundred miles to the nearest person. We greeted them, and immediately knew this place was special. They were warm and welcoming, but interested and excited in what we had planned. As we started walking around, a cynical man could think this was all part of a sales pitch, but as you will read below, this was far from the case. The venue itself is stunning, the barn is rich with character, set in front of bright fields which blur into lush forrest. The facilities are excellent, more than ample for any decently sized wedding, and everything is nicely accessible those less able. As you leave the barn, and enter the fields beyond, your view is dominated by a wise oak that almost seems too perfectly shaped to be real. Lucy and Barry suggested we should have our ceremony beneath the enormous canopy of the tree. We were thrilled. Throughout the planning of the wedding, Lucy and Barry maintained a level of enthusiasm that kept us excited for our wedding, rather than anxious over the details. They kept up the that initial energy that had drawn us in on the first meeting, contributing a plethora of ideas and suggestions which we adopted for our day, and it wouldn't have been the same without them. Wandering back up the field, we passed along side the pig sty and cottage that come with the venue. Again, everything is wonderfully equipped, and beautifully furnished. In front of the pond, near the cottage, there sat a repurposed horse carriage, Barry suggested we could have cocktails from it after the food, and we did. They were excellent. We also decided to have Glamping tents set up in the field, which Lucy and Barry helped organise. This was completely painless too, with our guests turning up to drop off their belongings straight into ready prepared bell tents. Our wedding day was flawless. It was, and always will be, a day we will remember for the rest of our lives. This was in no small part due to the perfect venue, and the perfect hosts. This venue is a MUST SEE! It is the perfect place to celebrate, and enjoy the best days of your lives.

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.

We loved having our wedding reception at The Cartlodge last year. The staff were so helpful and communicated well. We had so many compliments on how lovely the venue was and we got some lovely professional photos from around the grounds too. 100% would recommend to others and we will host other events there when we need to!

Richard

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

We went to see the i360 last year for a look round to see if they could offer us a wedding and when we entered the Attenborough room, the view of the old West Pier was simply stunning! My fiance and I both said “Wow” at the same time and the a e had a complimentary flight and that sealed the deal. They weee so attentive and thoughtful when helping us plan the day. Nothing was too much trouble. And they answered the many questions we had with honest and respectful answers. On the day itself, we knew it would be great, but it was a thousand times better than we had expected. And the food was excellent and the sunset flight was simply breathtaking. All our guests commented how beautiful and unique the venue was, and the staff were so kind to everyone, even helping a nervous guest when she was determined to enjoy the flight even though she suffers from vertigo and do enjoy it the end. All we can say is if you want a venue that will host the whole day, and have the experience to answer all the questions and deal with everything for you, do it!

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!

Katie

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

The most stunning venue. We had so many compliments about how stunning the place is. The owners are so friendly and allow you to celebrate how you want. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

Lovely venue. Staff were so friendly & helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Made our event so pleasurable in planning & on the actual day. Worth a look you will fall in love with the venue too.

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!

The team at the Jolly were really warm, welcoming and accommodating. It really felt like they wanted to make our day as special as they could. The food was delicious, with a special mention to the canapés that were both beautiful and so tasty! It was really nice to have the rooms upstairs for close family to stay. We had a really magical day.

Gorgeous location and has great staff who made sure our dreams came true. Everyone made us feel so comfortable and in very safe hands - on what could be a little bit of a stressful time! The barn is great if you would like to have everything in one location, we did the ceremony at one end which then turned into a dance floor after the wedding reception. Gorgeous piccie spots too - and 2 pigs (Tommy and Violet) that were stars of the show for the kids! Really recommend the Great Thatch Barn and Circa.