Wedding Venues in East Sussex

Blackstock Country Estate is a very unique premier wedding venue set in the heart of the Sussex countryside. With two beautiful Barns, 70+ acres of wedding photo opportunities, amazing catering and accommodating staff whos only aim is to make a big day very special!

A 4 Star Country House Hotel set on the banks of the Cuckmere river at the foot of the South Downs National Park and surrounded by four acres of beautiful gardens. Exchange your vows in the wedding garden and have photos taken on our pretty riverside bridge, whilst guests enjoy drinks & croquet on the lawn. For winter weddings, enjoy roaring log fires and a candlelit wedding breakfast. A choice of four elegant private rooms allows us to accommodate small intimate weddings from 10 guests to large celebrations for up to 140. All our function suites are licensed for Civil Ceremonies. We only host one wedding per day so you can be assured of our very best and personal attention. With years of experience allow us to make your wedding day just the way you dreamt it.

The Grand Hotel's five star reputation for grandeur and elegance is immediately apparent on arrival in the Great Hall with its impressive marble colonnade, welcoming fire and fine galleries. Many of the 152 rooms and suites enjoy panoramic sea views, all individually designed and luxuriously furbished. There is an impressive range of function rooms in which to celebrate (3 of which are licensed for civil ceremonies) whether you are planning a lavish banquet for upto 200 guests or an intimate celebration with close family and friends - we understand that every wedding is unique. Inspired menus created by award-winning chefs in two restaurants, wines from outstanding cellars and for the energetic, The Grand boasts its own health club with an indoor (as well as heated outdoor) pool, fully equiped gym, sauna and solarium, steam room, 8 treatment rooms and snooker room for fun and relaxation. During the summer you can enjoy lunch, snacks and drinks on the Chatsworth Terrace overlooking the pool and sea beyond, and walk along the beachside promenade directly opposite this majestic hotel.

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Built in 1722 by Sir Thomas Medley, Buxted Park’s history is as colourful as it is long. Over the years, this luxury East Sussex hotel has played host to movers and shakers including William Wordsworth, Winston Churchill and Marlon Brando. Now you can see what attracted the great and the good as you explore this country retreat’s many rooms, stroll in the gardens or let the evening unravel as it may in the restaurant. The features of this hotel make it perfect for weekend breaks in Sussex, rest and relaxation, and simply enjoying the beautiful countryside. The Grade II listed Palladian mansion, set in the finest parkland, is a unique backdrop for the most perfect of wedding venues. The house’s historic rooms are one instance where business and pleasure do mix, and private dining is tailor-made for special occasions. Above all, make this country house your home.

On Sunday 26th February 2023, the magnificent Michelham Priory House & Gardens near Hailsham in East Sussex is throwing open its doors from 11am to 3pm to host a fabulous Sussex Wedding Showcase. With hand-picked, preferred suppliers from across Sussex, a chance to visit the historic house, barn, moat and grounds, and opportunities to meet specialist wedding experts, this event is not one you’ll want to miss! Set within the priory’s stunning Grade II listed Tudor mansion and Elizabethan Great Barn, the Sussex Wedding Showcase will provide couples, their families and friends with the inspiration to plan their perfect, special day. The Prior’s Chamber in the house will be themed for winter weddings on the day, while in the Elizabethan Great Barn the focus will be on summer weddings. All guests will receive: • A welcome drink on arrival, which can be enjoyed inside the beautiful Elizabethan Great Barn decked out for the perfect wedding • A chance to see Michelham’s Tudor mansion, home to the Prior’s Chamber, a smaller and more intimate ceremony space • The chance to meet dozens of local suppliers from caterers to florists, photographers to dress providers, all under one roof. • A free goodie bag to take away. Sussex Wedding Showcase • Date: 26th February 2023 | FREE entry 11am – 3pm. • Location: Michelham Priory House & Gardens, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, BN27 3QS. • Entry to the event is free but pre-booking is essential. Please go to www.sussexpast.co.uk/event/sussex-wedding-showcase to register.

Nestling in 150 acres of magnificent Sussex countryside, The PowderMills Hotel is a stunning location for your wedding. The elegant Georgian house and beautiful grounds provide a relaxed and friendly setting to say “I do”. Our experienced and dedicated Wedding co-ordinator is on hand throughout to offer advice and guidance, to alleviate any worries you may have and to ensure your day is truly magical. You are assured of excellent service, exciting menus tailored to your requirements and attentive staff. The PowderMills is a suitable venue for weddings at any time of year – with log fires to welcome you and your guests on a cold winter’s day and stunning lakeside views for your drinks reception on a glorious summer day.

Built in 1828, The BEST WESTERN Royal Victoria Hotel offers you 52 elegant bedrooms, 7 function rooms, Sea Terrace Restaurant, 2 bars, excellent service and unrivaled views across the English Channel.

A newly established festival wedding venue set in a secluded East Sussex field.

Are you recently engaged, or currently planning your wedding? Visit us at our Wedding Fayre on Sunday 1st October. We believe the relationship between a couple and their wedding supplier should be a positive and genuine one, so we have hand-picked some of the best wedding suppliers in the area to provide you with ideas on all aspects of your wedding day. If you are looking for your perfect wedding venue, then our events team will be on hand on the day to show you around Deans Place and talk through our Exclusive Wedding Packages. Receive a glass of Fizz and a goody bag on arrival. We look forward to meeting you! Free Entry | Free Parking | Complimentary Glass of Fizz | Free Goody Bag Call us or email the events team to pre-register your attendance on 01323 870248.