WEALD & DOWNLAND LIVING MUSEUM 01243 811 032 | www.wealddown.co.uk/weddings Located among the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park, Weald & Downland Living Museum is a venue like no other. The Museum’s picturesque 40-acre site offers an atmosphere of quiet tranquillity and is peppered with fascinating historical buildings, woodland areas, grazing farm animals and a beautiful mill pond. This authentic setting combined with limited availability makes for a characterful and exclusive wedding venue, ideal if you’re looking for that little something different. The Museum has three different venue spaces including the spectacular Downland Gridshell, a unique and exquisite setting for civil ceremonies and receptions for up to 180 people. With its shell-like shape made from solid oak, the Downland Gridshell is an architecturally awe-inspiring and dramatic building surrounded by peaceful and beautiful woodland. Each year, the Museum releases a limited number of dates to give couples the opportunity to use this incredible space for their wedding ceremony and reception, making the Gridshell a truly one-of-a-kind backdrop for your special day. SOUTHEND BARNS 01243 641 247 | https://southendbarns.co.uk Set on a working farm in the beautiful West Sussex countryside, Southend Barns is surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens and ample outdoor space with a picturesque courtyard that lies at the heart of the venue – safe for children and the perfect spot for reception drinks and garden games. As evening falls, the gardens are lit with romantic up-lights that highlight the fantastic flint and log walls of the wedding barns. Here, guests can gather in the relaxing and sheltered Collecting Yard with its sumptuous sofas, firepit and al fresco cocktail bar to enjoy a truly magical evening setting. The Dairy Barn has been lovingly restored with rustic charm and romantic touches and can host up to 120 loved ones for a ceremony. With a wonderful sweeping 22-metre aisle, exposed wooden beams and benches made of sweet chestnut, it’s an idyllic setting to tie the knot. Southend Barns also has a fully licensed outdoor ceremony area known as The Secret Garden, which can accommodate up to 120 guests. This enchanting garden is nestled in a tranquil spot between the wildflower meadow and the flint walls of the Dairy Barn. Post-vows, dine and dance the night away in the magnificent 220-year-old Threshing Barn, which is full of warmth and character with its authentic wooden beams and wrought iron chandeliers. Large windows provide spectacular views of the landscaped gardens and sunsets over the surrounding countryside. The Threshing Barn can seat up to150 diners, and 200 guests can attend the evening reception. When tying the knot here, there’s also on-site accommodation with a luxurious shepherd’s hut, large bridal suite that comes with everything you could need and six beautiful bell tents, set in a picturesque meadow. Southend Barns has its own in-house catering team known as Roots. Offering mouth-watering and innovative menus using seasonal and fresh produce, sourced from local suppliers or grown on-site in the venue’s kitchen garden. helencawte.com kellyhearnphotography.co.uk www.gingersnapsphoto.co.uk www.gingersnapsphoto.co.uk 16
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