COTTESMORE HOTEL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB 01293 528 256 | www.cottesmoregolf.co.uk This stunning West Sussex countryside wedding venue offers stylish wedding function rooms, a farmhouse-styled restaurant, health club, swimming pool and beauty salon. The beautiful Getting Ready Dressing Room is adorned with five seated make-up stations for you and your bridesmaids to use. Plus, the welcoming hotel reception hosts a log burner and bespoke furnishings to welcome your guests. The existing club house and hotel is part of the original charm and character of the 1884 farm buildings. The new parts have been carefully constructed to match the original brickwork, while dark drey window frames and panoramic views over the courses add to that contemporary look that’s sought after in buildings today. The venue is set within 247 acres of beautiful tree-lined Sussex countryside, hosting 27 holes of golf, two lakes, a 26 bedroom hotel and seven self-catering lodges. The French-styled courtyard complete with ornate fountain, pretty pots and planters, offers a wonderful outdoor location for your drinks reception, canapés and photos. Plus, the decked area is ideal for live music, while your guests are sipping Pimm’s or prosecco. Cottesmore can host civil ceremonies both indoors in the oak-beamed Barn Room, and al fresco on the immaculate ceremony lawn, nestled within a tree-lined glade offering you and your guests, peace, tranquillity, and romance. Both options have space for up to 150 loved ones. The Challis Suite, Buchan Suite and Barn Room host up to 150 guests for a wedding breakfast and up to 200 for an evening do. Their connected, flexible and multi-functional layout allows for a more personal and bespoke reception. Ambient, colour-themed lighting, plus Bose and SONOS sound systems ensure maximum impact. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the room with natural daylight, while charming antler chandeliers adorn the exposed beams. The marbletopped bar too is an impressive feature, as well as being fully-stocked with the latest draught beers, wines and spirits. www.thekensingtonphotographer.co.uk www.thekensingtonphotographer.co.uk MANNINGS HEATH GOLF & WINE ESTATE 01403 220 345 | www.manningsheath.com/weddings Set amongst more than 500 acres of exceptional natural beauty you’ll find Mannings Heath Estate. Paired with Benguela Cove Wine Estate in South Africa, it’s the UK’s first and only combined golf and wine venue. Nestled deep in the heart of the Sussex countryside it includes a beautiful clubhouse and two terraces overlooking the magnificent Waterfall golf course. The beamed interiors date back to the 17th century and exude rustic charm. The large reception room can accommodate 150 loved ones seated, and offers breathtaking views of the landscaped golf course and estate. There are also three additional rooms, two of which are licensed for civil ceremonies. The main function rooms here are beautifully decorated for wedding breakfasts and ceremonies. In The Vineyard Kitchen, the venue’s recently-renovated restaurant, the art of gourmet dining harmonises with glorious views, creating an experience to delight your tastebuds and your senses. In the Wine Lounge you can immerse yourself in an unparalleled experience, sure to leave a lasting impression. With its elegant ambience and exquisite selection of wines, it’s the perfect venue for an intimate wedding reception. The venue can offer your party wine estate tastings and vineyard tours. There’s also a four-bedroom cottage on-site, which can be rented as a whole. www.beunveiled.co.uk LOCAL VENUES 23
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