Your Sussex Wedding - August/September 2024 (Issue 110)

https://nicoladawsonphotography.co.uk BALCOMBE PLACE 01444 811 167 | www.balcombeplace.com Tucked away at the end of a private drive, in the heart of the Sussex countryside, surrounded by the greater Balcombe Estate, you’ll find Balcombe Place. With views of the landscaped garden and the far reaching Downs, the house epitomises British country living. Available as an exclusive-use property, Balcombe Place is the perfect house for you to make your home. Whether you’re there for the day, or the weekend, it will only be filled with your guests. It offers flexibility to use it as you wish, allowing you to create the day you’ve always dreamed of. The luxury, elegance and grandeur of Balcombe Place makes it an idyllic backdrop for your celebrations. The location of your ceremony is completely up to you, depending on your requirements and subject to the signing of the register. Choose anywhere from the opulent drawing room to keeping it simple on the lawn accompanied by 120 loved ones. The Library boasts dark wood panelling and an ornate ceiling. It’s an intimate space to say “I do” surrounded by 30 guests. The Music Room is a showstopping space with a tall arched ceiling, wooden panelling, an organ and minstrel gallery. It’s a room like none you’ve seen before and can host 120 nearest and dearest. If you’d prefer a traditional church wedding however, there are a number of local churches nearby. St Mary’s in Balcombe for example is just three minutes down the road. After your vows, enjoy drinks and canapés on the lawn, with the house as your backdrop allowing guests to wander around the house’s five glorious reception rooms. Whether it’s garden games and Pimm’s in the sunshine, or warming fires and mulled wine, Balcombe Place is ready to celebrate whatever the season. The Music Room and Drawing Room can also host receptions for 80 and 40 guests seated respectively. The Billiard Room, connected to the Music Room by two large archways, offers additional seating for another 30 guests at round tables. Finally, you can extend the house with a marquee to seat more guests. You can open the sides to enjoy the garden and views. Here, you can accommodate up to 350 loved ones. THE VINEYARD HOTEL, LEONARDSLEE ESTATE 0330 123 5895 https://leonardsleefamilyvineyards.com/weddings Set among more than 750 acres of exceptional natural beauty you’ll find the new Vineyard Hotel on the Leonardslee Estate. Paired with Benguela Cove Wine Estate in South Africa, it’s the UK’s first combined golf and wine venue. The Sussex estate this year launched new hotel accommodation with nine luxury bedrooms, as well as three premium sparkling wines from its own vineyards and a range of vineyard tastings and tours experiences. This adds to the attractions of the beautifully refurbished Vineyard Kitchen restaurant and Tasting Room, with two extensive 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 art of gourmet dining harmonises with glorious views, creating an experience to delight your tastebuds and your senses. In the Tasting Room 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. https://nicoladawsonphotography.co.uk www.beunveiled.co.uk 20

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