Your Sussex Wedding - August/September 2020 (Issue 86)

Tie the knot in a local hotspot Spotlight on ... MID SUSSEX PEKES MANOR 07765 405 657 | www.pekesmanor.com Pekes is a marry, stay and celebrate venue encompassing 30 acres, six houses, large gardens, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and play area, with the rambling old Tudor brick manor house at the centre. The interior of the house is rich in period detail and characterful features with many Medieval remnants. There’s lovely oak panelling, wooden floors, tapestries, paintings, open fireplaces, a cosy sitting room, and comfortable bedrooms. The front is covered with creepers and roses, and is approached by a brick path lined with sentinel yews. At the back is the huge Ducks Lawn framed by topiary, on which lawn games can be played and barbecues can be hosted. There’s also a gorgeous walled garden complete with chickens and the estate is surrounded by rolling Wealden farmland and woods, so there’s no shortage of stunning spots for your photographs. Ceremonies take place in the oak-panelled Dining Room with seating capacity for up to 50 guests, or 70 standing. Alternatively, if al fresco vows are your thing, you can say “I do” on the Ceremony Lawn, with stunning views across the High Weald, accompanied by 150 loved ones. Intimate receptions for 50 can also be held in the Dining Room. Alternatively, for larger guest lists the marquee on the main lawn can hold up to 180. 18