Garden Wedding Venue at Southdowns Manor
Garden Wedding Venue

A magical place for your wedding ceremony
Birds chirping, sunlight on your dress, fresh flowers and lush greenery surrounding you as you start one of life’s most precious journeys. That’s why so many people choose to share their vows at one of the UK’s most stunning garden wedding venues, Southdowns Manor.
We’re a lavish wedding venue in the heart of the South Downs National Park, bordering West Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire.
Garden weddings come to life in our magical grounds, creating the perfect ambience to express love and commitment.
As one of the UK’s most awarded wedding venues, we know how to make your day extra special and ensure you have everything you need for a garden wedding that’s bespoke to your needs.

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Appreciate natural beauty at our stunning location
Garden weddings combine natural beauty with celebrating one of the most natural things humans will ever experience; love. Our idyllic wedding venue leaves nothing to the imagination, as you'll notice stunning nature wherever you look.
From the rolling countryside to our well-manicured lawns, we let our venue speak for itself. The South Downs National Park is also home to some of the UK's rarest wildlife, including deer, rabbits and butterflies.
When you choose our idyllic gardens, you get a stunning backdrop that never disappoints.


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Take advantage of endless natural lighting
Your wedding might only last a day, but the wedding photographs will keep those memories alive forever. Outdoor ceremonies are perfect for photographers to capture the most beautiful moments of your wedding, as the natural light will bring each one to life.
Whether you take your wedding photos midday, where the sun provides a natural filter or take advantage of the ambient evenings, your wedding photos will always remind you of this special day.
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Create the perfect space for your wedding guests
Indoor weddings are ideal for formal settings, but outdoor weddings are more customisable regarding seating arrangements. When you choose this kind of setting, you can arrange the seating to suit your needs, creating a more intimate space.
We specialise in bringing your visions to life and go out of our way to give your guests a day to remember. From small weddings to large gatherings, our grounds never fail to deliver that elusive wow factor.

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We're one of the most awarded gorgeous garden wedding venues in the UK
The best thing for us is seeing our guests enjoying their day, but our numerous awards show our dedication, commitment to perfection and flexibility. When you share your vows at Southdowns Manor, you get to put your stamp on the day.
You have complete control over your wedding with numerous dining options and a selection of convenient packages.
Plan with your dedicated wedding coordinator
Our guests get to make our garden wedding venue exclusively theirs for the day, and you can take advantage of a dedicated wedding coordinator. Your coordinator will help you plan every element of your ceremony, so everything is perfect.
Whether you want to use one of our packages or create your dream wedding, your coordinator will be on hand to take the stress away.
Full use of our luxurious manor house
Wedding parties also get exclusive use of our manor house, combining classic and contemporary décor, creating a beautiful space to relax. You and your guests can take advantage of 14 rooms, including our decadent honeymoon suite.
Each room has its own personality, and the honeymoon suite has all of the amenities you’d expect, including a walk-in shower and four poster bed.
Your wedding coordinator can also help you find hotels for extended family and friends. Our location means plenty of accommodation options so plenty of people can share your big day.
Enjoy your wedding celebrations with one of our unique packages
Planning a wedding can be a stressful experience, and many couples feel they have too much to deal with. We want our guests to enjoy the convenience of our garden venue and offer a range of packages to make planning your day easier.
The party wedding gives you everything you need to have a fabulous time, while a country wedding package makes the most of our beautiful gardens.
If you’d like to learn more about our wedding packages, please contact us with any questions.
Delicious food
Our wedding venue offers a wide range of delicious food options to please any palate. For a more formal occasion, our sit-down meal menu features a range of gourmet dishes prepared by professional chefs, to a more relaxed buffet-style dinner, with international foods.
There’s also the option to keep things simple with a pizza buffet, which gives your guests a great experience and keeps the tone casual. The wedding party and guests can enjoy an informal drinks reception and buffet while relaxing in our stunning grounds.

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Why choose Southdowns Manor?
Everyone wants their wedding day to be perfect, and we've spent years building a dream venue for our guests. Living in such a beautiful location means we take our commitment to being a responsible wedding venue seriously.
Here's what you can expect when you share your vows at Southdowns Manor.
We’re a sustainable venue
The wildlife that surrounds our setting is one of the things that makes it so unique. We ensure we protect the environment by planting a tree for every marriage we host and being respectful of the animals at all times.
You can also get your cake and flowers from local suppliers, ensuring everything will be fresh and eco-friendly.
The perfect location for all couples
We’ve hosted many weddings and aren’t planning to slow down. Our garden wedding venue is open to everyone, regardless of religion or sexuality. Whether it’s civil ceremonies, same-sex marriages or humanist ceremonies, you’ll feel right at home.
If you’d like to get married in a church, St Georges Church in Trotton oozes historic charm and appeal. You can say your vows in the church, then head back to us for the outdoor wedding reception.
Come and see if Southdowns Manor is the ideal garden wedding venue for your special day
To truly appreciate our garden wedding venue, you must see it yourself. We’d love to show you how we can make your day one to remember and pride ourselves on bespoke wedding planning. Please feel free to contact us today and book a viewing.