Your Sussex Wedding - October/November 2020 (Issue 87)

Tie the knot in a local hotspot Spotlight on ... BRIGHTON, WORTHING & LEWES THE GRAND BRIGHTON 01273 224 355 | www.grandbrighton.co.uk/weddings The Grand Brighton is the original palace by the sea, built as a retreat for the London set, it takes centre stage on Brighton’s famous seafront. Boasting Victorian splendor, stunning architecture and sea views, it mixes sumptuous renaissance-style décor with statement furniture and glossy Art Deco-inspired accents. This historical hotel is centred around a magnificent sweeping spiral staircase, and is just a stone’s throw from Brighton beach. The fully licensed private event rooms can accommodate anything from intimate gatherings to banquets for 500 guests. The Napoleon and Eugenie suites on the first floor are the hotel’s smallest wedding spaces suitable for 10-24 nearest and dearest. Each encompasses a separate ceremony space, drinks reception and wedding breakfast area, all overlooking the sea, with a picturesque balcony perfect for those all-important photos. With capacities from 60 to 80 you’ll find the Consort Room, The Regent Room and GB2. Then, the largest of all the spaces is the impressive Empress Suite. Extremely flexible it can be utilised as one open space for up to 500 dining and 800 evening guests, or divided into four individual interconnecting suites for weddings from 150 guests. What’s more, the classic design features help to complement a wide range of themes and colour palettes. All of these gorgeous spaces are available for ceremonies as well as receptions. What’s more, you’ll be treated to a complimentary stay in a deluxe sea-view bedroom, inclusive of breakfast and valet parking, as well as a menu tasting for two of the selected dishes when booking for 50 guests or more. www.lesl eyburdett.com www.lesleyburdett.com REGIONAL VENUES 21