Buxted Park Hotel, nestled in the heart of East Sussex, offers a quintessentially English setting for weddings. A Grade II Palladian mansion built in 1722, this grand residence is blessed with 312 acres of lush parkland, featuring lakes, rolling hills and manicured gardens. On entering, you’re met with equally charming features such as original fireplaces, large sash windows and decorative cornicing throughout its spacious guest areas and master suites. Your Sussex Wedding editor Kelly Andrews recently had the opportunity to visit this showstopping venue and experience it in action. WHERE TO WED You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to where to wed at this wonderful period property. The Orangery, Ballroom, Coat of Arms Lounge, and Library each offer their own unique atmosphere to suit the vibe of your day and guest list. With each space expertly adorned in beautiful blooms by Tony Dunn Flowers (tonydunnflowers.co.uk) I was thrilled to experience each space as it would look on a wedding day and they really didn’t disappoint. An original part of the Georgian building, the Orangery (100 ceremony, 70 wedding breakfast guests) is flooded with natural light and boasts stunning views over the lawns and fishing lake – perfect for allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds. It suits a variety of table layouts and on the day was demonstrating the oh-so on trend serpentine setup, now regularly requested by the venue’s couples. Meanwhile, the magnificent Ballroom (120 wedding breakfast, 200 evening guests) was a sight to behold with its five sparkling Empire Romantic, Georgian splendour Our editor reports back on two glorious days spent experiencing the beauty East Sussex’s Buxted Park has to offer its couples 20
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