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Last update: September 2024
The Bell in Ticehurst is one of the premier wedding venues in East Sussex. The story of The Bell stretches back to 1560 when it was a humble coaching inn. We have smoothed out the rougher edges but preserved the wonderful character and quirks. Our promise is to pull out all the stops for your wedding day ~ Whether you are looking for robust and rustic or Alice in Wonderland whimsy, we are here to help make your visions and dreams come true.
If you desire the eclectic and uncommon, then get in touch to begin the exciting journey towards your big day.
The setting:
The Bell in Ticehurst is a gorgeous sixteenth-century inn set in the beautiful East Sussex Countryside.
The ambience at The Bell in Ticehurst is distinctly laid back, a little bit quirky and definitely not run-of-the-mill. The Bell is the perfect place to celebrate life, love and happiness. Wedding guests will delight in the quirkiness of this historic pub – it is a treasure trove of goodies and basically just very, very cool.
Although The Bell is located in the heart of the East Sussex countryside, it still has great road and rail access, with Brighton only an hour away and London 90 minutes.
The Vibe:
The Bell's design is eclectic in the truest sense of the word, as if an eccentric nobleman has travelled the world and stuffed his house full of curiosities from his travels. Old typewriters, ancient novels and safari chairs, 30's-style suitcase and mismatched chandeliers; the result is quirky and utterly charming.
The opulent Big Room can accommodate up to 90 guests seated and 120 for your evening celebrations. The distinctive wallpaper and grandiose collection of chandeliers offer you and your guests a unique space to celebrate your partnership, enjoy a beautiful meal and party the night away.
Downstairs in the historic Stables, you can celebrate your nuptials with your very own Red Carpet Walk, which is rolled out just for you along the exceptionally long wooden table. Enjoy drinks and canapes from your personal bar. Under our beautiful pink neon, ‘I will always love you my friend’ is the perfect place for speeches, offering a more informal approach to the tradition.
Our Cosy Snug is your own little space to chill out and relax during the day. After your ceremony, we will smuggle you away to spend a little time by yourselves before the mingling begins. This is also the perfect place for guests, young and old to rest on the comfy seats, enjoy the roaring fire, and get away from the noise (but only for a few minutes!).
The Bell is also equipped with 11 beautifully distinctive rooms, all with their own personality. Your guests won’t want to get up for breakfast! Our amazing Love Nest lodge will be yours for the night, equipped with a fantastic copper roll-top bath, perfect for a long luxurious soak. Warm up with your very own log burner and snuggle up in the Nest, the perfect place to end your day.
To end the night, gather your guests around our firepit to toast marshmallows and wind down with a few last drinks together.
Package Details:
- Exclusive use of The Big Room, for your ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening party
- Exclusive use of The Stables for your drink's reception, and general evening activities (with your very own bar)
- Drinks reception with your choice of drink and canapes
- Three-course wedding breakfast with wine for the table
- The option of an evening buffet
- A dedicated team to look after you both in the lead-up and on the day
- All the little extras (tables, chairs, tableware, easels, cake knife & board)
Frequently asked questions
Venue type:
In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Historic
Unique weddings
Ceremony options:
Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Overnight accommodation:
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests
Venue staff assistance:
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator
Other features:
Exclusive use
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for The Bell in Ticehurst
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191 reviews
100% recommend it
Sophie G. Sent on 11/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful Bonfire Night Wedding
We got married at The (very, very lovely) Bell on the 5th of November and we had a fantastic time. We have loved this venue for years and were overjoyed to share it with our family and friends. This place has all the quirks in all the right places and we absolutely loved it, and so did all our guests. This place is so warm and inviting, especially in the Autumn, and staff were absolutely wonderful at creating the day we'd hoped for. The day ran incredibly smoothly and we have so many wonderful moments to cherish for the future years. All our guests were in awe of the venue, and the food and we are overflowing in gratitude to all the staff involved in our day. If you're looking for a calm, warming and wonderful day, with possibly the quirks of a few rabbits playing trumpets from the wallpaper, book The Bell.
Kathryn L. Sent on 03/11/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating
A wonderful, intimate wedding venue and experience for our big day!
We got married at The Bell on a glorious, crisp, sunny, Saturday in September. We fell in love with The Bell when we viewed it back in May 2023. The eclectic vibes and warm, welcoming, and informal atmosphere made it a perfect fit for our big day. We knew we needed an intimate venue for our ceremony and reception for our close friends and family, and The Bell was perfect for this! In fact, several of our guests told us that it was one of the most beautiful and enjoyable weddings they'd ever been to. The Bell and its team helped create a truly joyful experience that will live long in our memories, and we hope our guests' too!
Throughout the process, Becky and the team were brilliant, responsive, flexible to our requests, and provided guidance for every question that we had. A key part of what we wanted in our wedding was for the logistics of the day to be taken care of by professionals, so that we could be present with our friends and family. Becky, Jess, and the team at The Bell, ensured that things went off without a hitch and moved us through the day seamlessly and pleasantly.
Situated in the picturesque village of Ticehurst, it's a beautiful venue with heaps of character, from the whimsical decor throughout to the cosy snug, a room which provides a place of calm during the day. We were lucky with the weather, which enabled us to take advantage of the lovely outdoor space, including the firepit in the evening.
We were really impressed with the organisation and how they set up and turned around the rooms. Everything is taken care of for you. The food and drink, whilst a little pricey, is excellent, and several of our guests commented on how good it was.
We'd really recommend going with their recommended suppliers. Andrea at The Art Bunch did fantastic flower arrangements for us, making an already beautiful venue into something even more special. Yvonne from Crumbs and Treacle also made a cake that was a feast for the eyes and for the stomach! They've curated a brilliant list of suppliers who are both exceptional professionals and lovely human beings.
The whole package at The Bell, including their suggested suppliers, was perfect for what we wanted. And whilst we don't plan on getting married ever again, we highly recommend that anyone looking for this type of wedding, gets married here. Thank you so much to The Bell for helping us have the best day!!
Kathryn and Lewis
Throughout the process, Becky and the team were brilliant, responsive, flexible to our requests, and provided guidance for every question that we had. A key part of what we wanted in our wedding was for the logistics of the day to be taken care of by professionals, so that we could be present with our friends and family. Becky, Jess, and the team at The Bell, ensured that things went off without a hitch and moved us through the day seamlessly and pleasantly.
Situated in the picturesque village of Ticehurst, it's a beautiful venue with heaps of character, from the whimsical decor throughout to the cosy snug, a room which provides a place of calm during the day. We were lucky with the weather, which enabled us to take advantage of the lovely outdoor space, including the firepit in the evening.
We were really impressed with the organisation and how they set up and turned around the rooms. Everything is taken care of for you. The food and drink, whilst a little pricey, is excellent, and several of our guests commented on how good it was.
We'd really recommend going with their recommended suppliers. Andrea at The Art Bunch did fantastic flower arrangements for us, making an already beautiful venue into something even more special. Yvonne from Crumbs and Treacle also made a cake that was a feast for the eyes and for the stomach! They've curated a brilliant list of suppliers who are both exceptional professionals and lovely human beings.
The whole package at The Bell, including their suggested suppliers, was perfect for what we wanted. And whilst we don't plan on getting married ever again, we highly recommend that anyone looking for this type of wedding, gets married here. Thank you so much to The Bell for helping us have the best day!!
Kathryn and Lewis
Amy Sent on 30/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect wedding venue
From the first day we viewed The Bell, to the food tastings, to the day of our wedding, we were incredibly well looked after by Becky, Jess and the team.
We could not be more grateful for the experience we had - it was all very easy and helped us feel very relaxed on the day.
Becky was always on hand to answer our questions and the team at The Bell worked seamlessly with our other suppliers to make our wedding day absolutely perfect.
The food was delicious, the garden areas perfect for hosting and the rooms were a great talking point. All of our guests loved our wedding venue!
The best part is that we can come back to stay time and time again – we cannot wait to come back!
We could not be more grateful for the experience we had - it was all very easy and helped us feel very relaxed on the day.
Becky was always on hand to answer our questions and the team at The Bell worked seamlessly with our other suppliers to make our wedding day absolutely perfect.
The food was delicious, the garden areas perfect for hosting and the rooms were a great talking point. All of our guests loved our wedding venue!
The best part is that we can come back to stay time and time again – we cannot wait to come back!
Kate D. Sent on 16/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Highly recommend - best day of our lives!
We got married at The Bell in November 2023 and it was honestly a flawless day. We went along the night before with our bridesmaids, groomsmen and parents for dinner and to stay over the night before and it was such a special evening. We felt very tended to! Then the day came around and from start to finish, we felt so stress-free and so like nothing was a problem, everything was taken out for our hands and we had a whole team that all helped to create the most perfect day! The team were all so friendly, approachable and helpful.
In particular, my Dad has dementia and has some mobility issues - The Bell took note of this and really accommodated to make the whole day as easy as possible for him and as stress-free for myself and I will forever be grateful for this.
It was the most beautiful day, and the communication in the lead up was amazing. I honestly felt no stress about the venue or food and drink after booking The Bell, everything was dealt with and thought of for us.
Becky was incredible throughout the whole process! Josie, Oscar and Jon also all made the day so special and so enjoyable and of course all the rest of the team behind the day!
Thank you so much to everyone at The Bell who gave us the best day of our lives!! Incredibly grateful and would recommend very very highly to anyone planning their wedding!
In particular, my Dad has dementia and has some mobility issues - The Bell took note of this and really accommodated to make the whole day as easy as possible for him and as stress-free for myself and I will forever be grateful for this.
It was the most beautiful day, and the communication in the lead up was amazing. I honestly felt no stress about the venue or food and drink after booking The Bell, everything was dealt with and thought of for us.
Becky was incredible throughout the whole process! Josie, Oscar and Jon also all made the day so special and so enjoyable and of course all the rest of the team behind the day!
Thank you so much to everyone at The Bell who gave us the best day of our lives!! Incredibly grateful and would recommend very very highly to anyone planning their wedding!
Victoria B. Sent on 04/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating
A perfect quirky fairytale wedding at the Bell
The Bell was a wonderful and magical wedding venue. Our wedding day there was absolutely incredible. Everything felt easy and was run like clockwork - from breakfast in bed to an ending by the firepit! The private spaces both upstairs and downstairs, as well as outdoors, are able to easily accommodate guests while making everyone feel at ease and welcome. The upstairs room is really special, and we got to be bathed in golden November light for our ceremony. The staff were incredibly helpful throughout the whole day - a special shout-out to Josie, who ran everything seamlessly, and to Oscar, who made our day by switching shifts to be with us! The food and drinks were exceptional - everyone commented on how talented the cooks were, and what a lovely and warm venue the Bell is. Absolutely recommend! We wish we could get married there again.
Jake C. Sent on 08/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect Day!
I lost count of the number of times people commented on how much they loved the venue for our wedding. It was the first place we saw and we knew it was right for us. We loved the quirky vibe and it already looked amazing so it didn’t take much additional decoration. The staff were all super helpful from the first enquiry until the day itself. Particular thanks go to Jess and John for coordination the day and taking the pressure off so we could focus on having fun! They really took all the stress out of the day. The red carpet walk made for some awesome and unique photos, as did the beautiful garden with tulips in bloom. We look forward to coming back for our anniversary stay!
Phil B. Sent on 29/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Truly Unforgettable Day
We had the most fantastic wedding at The Bell. Throughout the whole process everyone at the bell were accomodating and helpful team mates who thought of details that even we had overlooked.
The day itself was run like clockwork but not in a way that made it feel mechanical. Jess was just attentive enough, appearing at moments to keep things on track but blending into the background for the majority.
The use of the space is fantastic and many of our guests have complimented how much we were able to do with it and, of course, how fun and quirky it was.
A big fat recommendation from us.
The day itself was run like clockwork but not in a way that made it feel mechanical. Jess was just attentive enough, appearing at moments to keep things on track but blending into the background for the majority.
The use of the space is fantastic and many of our guests have complimented how much we were able to do with it and, of course, how fun and quirky it was.
A big fat recommendation from us.
Kara E. Sent on 24/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect day
If I could give more than five stars I would. This was an absolute dream venue, it was stunningly beautiful and our day couldn’t have gone better. The staff were beyond helpful, every inch of the day was wonderfully planned and ran absolutely flawlessly. There was no request or issue too big. All of our guests were overwhelmed at the venue’s uniqueness and we couldn’t have had enough compliments, from the design of the place, to the quality of the food, to the smoothness of the day. If you’re looking for a wedding with a relaxed and calm feel, where the focus is people having a great time and loving every second i couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. If I could re-do my day all over again I would!
Laura Sent on 20/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Dream Wedding!
Getting married at The Bell was probably one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. Our day was just seamless from start to finish.
A special thanks goes to Tessa, Bryce, Jess, Ray and Jon who were all extremely helpful and attentive throughout the whole process. And the food from the Head Chef, Mark was exceptional. The whole team at The Bell have have created something truly special.
A special thanks goes to Tessa, Bryce, Jess, Ray and Jon who were all extremely helpful and attentive throughout the whole process. And the food from the Head Chef, Mark was exceptional. The whole team at The Bell have have created something truly special.
Amy A. Sent on 11/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect day at The Bell
We have just got married at The Bell and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. All of our guests commented on how much they loved the food and how great the staff were. Tessa was amazing throughout the planning process and Bryce ran our day smoothly. We truly didn’t have to worry about anything on the day. The whole venue is so beautiful and cosy and everyone loved the fire pit at the end of the night. I would do it all again in a heartbeat if I could!
Carla J. Sent on 07/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Our amazing wedding day!
We loved The Bell the moment we saw it, its location in Sussex, its charm, its quirkiness, its functionality. It was perfect for us as it was unique whilst being hotel quality service, but a pub and much more casual and cool venue than a traditional hotel venue. We meet Tessa the Wedding Events Manager and instantly felt in safe hands. Everything has been thought through and about at The Bell, which put us at ease and made our decision easy. We booked it within days of our initial meeting and show round.
Charlotte W. Sent on 24/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating
A perfect day made possible by an incredible venue and staff
We had our wedding at The Bell in May 2022 and everything about the day could not have been more perfect. The recommended suppliers that we used were all absolutely excellent. The communication from Tessa and the team was always clear, friendly and professional and we always felt we could come to her with any questions. On the day itself, the staff were outstanding, the food hugely surpassed expectations (even after our tasting!), and the ambience of the entire place felt private and personal.
Our friends still talk about how amazing the venue itself was, and I can not recommend them highly enough.
Our friends still talk about how amazing the venue itself was, and I can not recommend them highly enough.
Helen Y. Sent on 24/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating
If you want a truly unique, intimate wedding venue that you and your guests will remember, look no further! The Bell in Ticehurst has it all.
We originally booked The Bell in Ticehurst in the autumn of 2018 after it stood out for us as a unique, cosy, quirky wedding venue that suited us perfectly. A key advantage was that it could accommodate smaller-scale weddings without feeling empty.
We were going to have our wedding day at The Bell in April 2020 - but of course with the pandemic unfortunately this did not happen.
Whilst we were initially disappointed with having to postpone our wedding, The wedding co-ordinator Tessa and The Bell were nothing short of accommodating and offered us alternative dates with no fuss. This was also the case the 2nd and 3rd time we pushed the date due to the ongoing covid situation.
Our day finally came on 14th July 2022 and it was absolutely worth the wait. Over the course of the previous 2 years, The Bell had had an extension, assembly room makeover and changed head chef, all of which made our day that more special when it came.
In addition to the wedding day itself, we were able to organise a group meal the night before in the stable room for guests who were staying at The Bell and close-by. If you are having your wedding at The Bell we would very much recommend this as it gives you time to see your nearest and dearest and explore this amazing pub before the rest of your guests arrive the next day.
On the wedding day itself, both my husband and I were very well looked after by the really friendly staff. No request was any bother, including helping in searching for a flower girl’s lost toy bunny!
Tessa, Bryce, Jess and all the team ensured the day ran without a hitch whilst simultaneously not feeling rushed.
The wedding breakfast banquet was of excellent quality and really impressed our guests - everyone came away well fed! It even received high praise from a guest who used to work as a hotel manager in locations around the world.
Other benefits of The Bell include:
-Good selection of non-alcoholic beer
-A number of rooms that can accommodate some of your party, including the excellent huts in the garden
-The fire pit was a great way to wind down in the warm summer evening
-The stable-room makes a great board game room, or a place for people to relax if they are not the dancing sort
-The place is a wedding photographers dream!
-The evening food was very generous
-Your guests will want to come back here afterwards, and will ask you “How did you find this place?”
-There is an aeroplane wing in the beer garden
-The gents toilets…
-You get to walk down a long wooden table and ring a big bell after you’re married
If you want a truly unique, intimate wedding venue that you and your guests will remember, look no further! The Bell in Ticehurst has it all.
We were going to have our wedding day at The Bell in April 2020 - but of course with the pandemic unfortunately this did not happen.
Whilst we were initially disappointed with having to postpone our wedding, The wedding co-ordinator Tessa and The Bell were nothing short of accommodating and offered us alternative dates with no fuss. This was also the case the 2nd and 3rd time we pushed the date due to the ongoing covid situation.
Our day finally came on 14th July 2022 and it was absolutely worth the wait. Over the course of the previous 2 years, The Bell had had an extension, assembly room makeover and changed head chef, all of which made our day that more special when it came.
In addition to the wedding day itself, we were able to organise a group meal the night before in the stable room for guests who were staying at The Bell and close-by. If you are having your wedding at The Bell we would very much recommend this as it gives you time to see your nearest and dearest and explore this amazing pub before the rest of your guests arrive the next day.
On the wedding day itself, both my husband and I were very well looked after by the really friendly staff. No request was any bother, including helping in searching for a flower girl’s lost toy bunny!
Tessa, Bryce, Jess and all the team ensured the day ran without a hitch whilst simultaneously not feeling rushed.
The wedding breakfast banquet was of excellent quality and really impressed our guests - everyone came away well fed! It even received high praise from a guest who used to work as a hotel manager in locations around the world.
Other benefits of The Bell include:
-Good selection of non-alcoholic beer
-A number of rooms that can accommodate some of your party, including the excellent huts in the garden
-The fire pit was a great way to wind down in the warm summer evening
-The stable-room makes a great board game room, or a place for people to relax if they are not the dancing sort
-The place is a wedding photographers dream!
-The evening food was very generous
-Your guests will want to come back here afterwards, and will ask you “How did you find this place?”
-There is an aeroplane wing in the beer garden
-The gents toilets…
-You get to walk down a long wooden table and ring a big bell after you’re married
If you want a truly unique, intimate wedding venue that you and your guests will remember, look no further! The Bell in Ticehurst has it all.
Karla C. Sent on 09/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect venue
We got married in December 2021 at The Bell after postponing for a year due to the pandemic. It was an incredible feeling to finally have the wedding we had started to plan back in 2019, and the additional year gave us time to completely perfect our plans. I cannot fault the venue in any way, the minute we walked in we knew it was the right place for us, especially with the planned refurbishment with trees being an important part of our theme. The planning process was smooth, Tessa was brilliant to work with and answered all our questions and the day ran perfectly as a result. The staff were wonderful, everyone complimented the food in particular – they made a gluten free sticky toffee pudding for us which I will be eternally grateful for! There were a few minor hiccups - some miscommunications regarding the decorations which was resolved very quickly, and the wrong song was played as we walked down the aisle after the ceremony, but we absolutely had a day to remember! Most of our guests had to travel over an hour to get to the wedding but lots of them commented that it was well worth the trip, and they could see why we chose the venue. We may be biased, but as far as we are concerned, no other venue comes close to the uniqueness of The Bell and I am sure we will be back to visit every year.
Alexandra H. Sent on 06/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect cosy winter wedding
My husband and I got married at The Bell in December 2021. We were looking for a venue that would compliment the season and as soon as we visited The Bell we knew it was perfect. The cosy atmosphere and quirky features are what sold it to us, we felt like it reflected our personalities perfectly. Tessa was very attentive from day 1, swiftly responding to my hundreds of questions (I am sure fellow COVID brides can relate) and allowing us some extra flexibility due to the challenging never ending threat of further restrictions. On the day Bryce was fantastic - making sure the day ran smoothly and efficiently whilst also making us feel relaxed and at ease so we could enjoy our day 100%. All of our guests complimented our venue and said it was one of the most memorable weddings they had been to. We'll certainly be back for many anniversaries in the future as it feels like a home from home and now has a very special place in our hearts. Thank you for the best day of our lives!
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