Your Sussex Wedding - December/January 2023/2024 (Issue 106)

EASTBOURNE TO RYE Spotlight on... Tie the knot in a local hotspot THE GEORGE IN RYE 01797 222 114 | www.thegeorgeinrye.com The George in Rye is located in the heart of the beautiful and romantic town of Rye. Among its meandering cobbled streets and pretty halftimbered houses, in the heart of the town’s citadel is where you’ll find this gorgeous venue. Effortlessly warm and welcoming, the hotel is part-medieval with later Georgian additions. Lovingly restored in 2022, it offers an eclectic mix of quintessential English and contemporary elegance. St Mary’s, the parish church of Rye, dates back to the 12th century. Located at the highest point of the town, it’s just around the corner from The George presenting a memorable ceremony option for you. Alternatively, The Georgian Town Hall, with its distinctive facade is just up the hill from The George and within easy walking distance. The town crier, in his ceremonial robes will greet your guests on arrival before escorting you to the main building’s chamber for your ceremony. Afterwards, once he’s delivered the wedding cry announcing your marriage, he’ll lead you and your party down the hill to The George. Should you prefer to tie the knot at the venue itself, the magnificent Georgian Ballroom is available to you and 100 guests with its handpainted Chinoiserie panelled walls, minstrel’s gallery and large bar area. In the evening, it’s transformed for dancing and entertainment. The Long Room is both elegant and intimate and offers space for an unforgettable ceremony with up to 60 loved ones. It has soft lighting and a small balcony that opens out onto the front of the hotel. Later it can host 30 for a wedding breakfast. For al fresco vows The Courtyard is for you. Bathed in warm and bright light it can accommodate 100 loved ones. It’s also the ideal spot for welcome and reception drinks. The venue’s wedding packages offer a range of inclusive services and weddings are bespoke, tailored to your requests. LOCAL VENUES 21

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