Your Sussex Wedding - Page number 22 - October/November 2021 (Issue 93)

URBAN HOTSPOTS THE BELL IN TICEHURST 01580 200 300 | www.thebellinticehurst.com Set in the heart of the historic village of Ticehurst, The Bell is at once welcoming to you and your guests. Its design is eclectic and features wallpaper especially designed for the venue by Hastings artist Melissa White. We love the venue’s illuminated “I Will Always Love You My Friend” sign in the Stable. The Bell’s gardens were designed by Chelsea Gold Medallist Jo Thompson. The firepit there is a popular place for guests to gather and toast marshmallows. There’s also a fabulous double-sided sculpture representing romance and marriage. THE “I DOS” Ceremonies take place in The Assembly Room on the first floor with a capacity for up to 90 guests, or out of season in The Stable with capacity for up to 20 nearest and dearest. THE CELEBRATIONS If the vows are hosted in the former space (as opposed to a church or registry office), typically guests will then retire downstairs to The Stable, where the happy couple enjoy their memorable grand entrance as they walk along the red-carpeted solid oak table. Speeches tend to follow this wonderful piece of theatre, during which time the Assembly Room is re-configured to facilitate the wedding breakfast. Capacity for a sit-down meal is 90 and 120 for the evening bash. THERE’S MORE! The super-cool Love Nest is a round bridal suite, which comes complete with copper bath, double shower, wood burner and roof terrace. Plus, you’ll be able to benefit from a special room offer for a first-anniversary stay as well as significantly discounted tastings. BLANCH HOUSE 01273 603 504 | www.blanchhouse.co.uk Blanch House boutique hotel is housed in a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse on a quiet side street in the quirky, vibrant Kemp Town area of Brighton. A mere stone’s throw from the Regency seafront, it’s an ideal spot for an intimate wedding and boasts a stylish champagne and cocktail lounge, and 12 individually-designed guest bedrooms. THE “I DOS” Ceremonies are held in the elegant and intimate Belle Epoque Suite, which can host 15 to 35 of your loved ones. THE CELEBRATIONS Following the vows, the wedding party are invited to the Champagne and Cocktail Lounge to enjoy a drinks reception or you’re welcome to take a wander down to the nearby seafront for photos. Meanwhile, the Blanch House team will prepare the Belle Epoque Suite to welcome you back for your reception. Tables and seating for up to 35 nearest and dearest can be arranged in various ways to comfortably accommodate everyone. THERE’S MORE! Exclusive-use packages are also available, so don’t hesitate to get in touch to find out more. 22