Your Sussex Wedding - February / March 2021 (Issue 89)

BAILIFFSCOURT HOTEL & SPA 01903 723 511 www.hshotels.co.uk/bailiffscourt-hotel-and-spa With the appearance of an ancient manor house, Bailiffscourt’s best-kept secret is that until 1927 it didn’t exist! Designed for Lord Moyne, then Walter Guinness of the brewing family, original stone, woodwork, doors, windows and fireplaces were sourced to create the Medieval-style country house and park we see today. Sumptuous, timeless and inspiring – Bailiffscourt offers a one-of- a-kind setting with a romantic and elegant ambience for weddings at any time of year. Just a few steps from the hotel is the luxurious and contemporary spa with facilities that include an indoor pool and stunning outdoor heated infinity pool, hot tub, fitness suite, relaxation lounge and six treatment rooms. Ceremonies take place in The Music Room, a characterful room that’s hung with tapestries and boasts a fireplace complete with roaring fire for winter weddings, and wooden floors. It can accommodate 40 guests seated or 65 standing. For blessings, the 13th-century onsite Norman chapel is an option and has the same capacity. Filled with candles and flowers it’s the perfect romantic setting. The Music Room can also host your reception for 40 seated for a wedding breakfast. Alternatively, the elegant Tapestry Restaurant is available for up to 80 people, and is resplendent with Medieval architecture, mullioned windows and tapestry-hung walls. PEKES MANOR 07765 405 657 | www.pekesmanor.com Pekes Manor house interior is rich in period and characterful features, with many Medieval remnants, lovely oak panelling, wooden floors, tapestries and old pictures, open fireplaces, a cosy sitting room and comfortable bedrooms. A rambling old Tudor-brick house festooned with creepers and roses, it’s set in large gardens. To the back, framed by a massive topiary, is the huge Ducks Lawn, on which lawn games can be played and barbecues can be hosted. Pekes is a marry, stay and celebrate venue across 30 acres, six houses and large gardens along with a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and play area. Say “I do” in the beautiful oak-panelled Dining Room with seating capacity for up to 50 guests (or 70 standing). If you prefer to tie the knot in the open air, the Wedding Gazebo on the Ceremony Lawn is a lovely option with stunning views across the High Weald. It can accommodate 150. Inside the manor house receptions are hosted in the Dining Room for up to 50 loved ones. For larger guest lists the marquee on the main Ducks Lawn is the place to be and can hold 180 nearest and dearest. 24