Your Sussex Wedding - Decmeber 2022/January 2023 (Issue 100)

HIGHLEY MANOR 01444 811 711 | www.highleymanor.co.uk This beautifully romantic 19th-century manor house, located in the heart of the Sussex Downs welcomes guests through its grand entrance with a sweeping staircase and wood panels, accompanied by the most incredible stained-glass window. The tall walls bring a classic and traditional feel to the house, while the long drive and modern castle-like structure lends it an air of the modern fairytale. Highley boasts seven acres of sweeping lawns and woodland. It’s also surrounded by a beautiful range of chalk hills. THE “I DOS” Seating for up to 150 loved ones is available inside the Ceremony Room. This space has a beautifully rustic feel with wooden beams, an open wood fire and a bay window so that you don’t miss the views. Outside there’s seating for 86 guests in front of the Pavilion with its wooden beams and incredible views of the South Downs. THE CELEBRATIONS You can be joined by 86 nearest and dearest in the Ballroom, which is perfect for a formal wedding breakfast, surrounded by detailed ceilings and bay windows. Later on you can dance the night away here with 200 loved ones. PLUS... The venue offers a complimentary menu tasting, three-course meals included; use of the stylish new Getting Ready Room from 8am on the day of your wedding, and of the recently-refurbished honeymoon suite, which is also included in all wedding packages, as are Chiavari chairs and an easel for your table plan. COTTESMORE HOTEL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB 01293 528 256 | www.cottesmoregolf.co.uk This welcoming venue is set within 247 acres of stunning West Sussex countryside, and is home to 36 holes of golf, two lakes, a 26-bedroom hotel and seven self-catering lodges. The club house and hotel are part of the original charm and character of the 1884 farm buildings and the new parts have been carefully constructed to match the original brickwork. THE “I DOS” Civil ceremonies can be held either indoors in the oak-beamed Barn Room and al fresco on the immaculate wedding lawn. Nestled in a treelined glade it offers you and your loved ones peace, tranquillity and romance. Both options have space for up to 150 of your nearest and dearest. THE CELEBRATIONS The Challis Suite, Buchan Suite and Barn Room can host up to 150 for a wedding breakfast and up to 200 for an evening reception. Their connected, flexible and multi-functional layout allows for a more personal and bespoke celebration. Meanwhile, ambient, colour-themed lighting and Bose and SONOS sound systems ensure maximum impact. Full of natural daylight, floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the Frenchstyled courtyard, which is complete with ornate fountain, pretty pots and planters, the perfect place for a drinks reception. Charming antler chandeliers adorn the exposed beams and the marble-topped bar creates an impressive feature, as well as being fully stocked with the latest draught beers, wines and spirits. PLUS... The venue offers a complimentary honeymoon room for the wedding night and a free menu tasting. www.olivejoyphotography.co.uk https://cole-youngphotography.com 31 WINTER VENUES

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