Marquee Venues in East Sussex

Bardolphs HallEAST SUSSEX

Bardolphs HallAttractive flint hall in the grounds of Birling Manor. Civil ceremonies for up to 200 in oak-beamed panelled hall. Two marquee sites, either adjoining Hall or on croquet lawn. From £1600 for exclusive use with 2 days before and 1 after for organising. Marquee and catering (both your choice) on top.

Tel: 01323 422024

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Brighton RacecourseEAST SUSSEX

Brighton RacecourseHas marquee for up to 1,000 seated with its own enclosed lawn from June to August which can be hired for all kinds of events. In-house catering. Free choice of other suppliers or venue can organize everything. Bespoke prices as very varied events, but prices in medium price bracket.

Tel: 01273 603580

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Broyle PlaceEAST SUSSEX

Broyle PlaceRestored Grade II listed Elizabethan manor house in 15 acres, private home. Can host marquees for for up to 150 from May to September. Civil ceremonies for 50 in the Hall. Overnight accomodation. Flexible about suppliers - venue organizes or you choose. No in-house catering. Exclusive use venue hire £3000. All other costs depend.

Tel: 01273 814334

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Buxted Park HotelEAST SUSSEX

Buxted Park HotelHotel in Georgian house set in 312 acres of parkland with marquee site on lawns. Exclusive use hire only - from £ 10500 including 44 bedrooms, marquee and catering for wedding breakfast and evening reception. 2 civil ceremony sites in orangery and an old state room for up to 120.

Tel: 0845 0727412

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Herstmonceux CastleEAST SUSSEX

Herstmonceux CastleSpectacular C20th restoration of moated medieval castle in extensive grounds, now part of Canadian university. Site for very large marquees in front of the castle, mainly used June, July & Sept. Drinks receptions in 500 year old open inner courtyard. Ground hire £1500-£2500. All suppliers preferred & on top. Several rooms with civil licence, for up to 180.

Tel: 01323 833816

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Laughton BarnsEAST SUSSEX

Laughton BarnsTwo barns in 70 acres with marquee for up to 200 from May-Sept attached to one barn set by water (& can be moved to other barn also). £3,700 (2009) for lined & lit marquee, barn, exclusive use of grounds & luxury loos. Catering by Circa who manage the venue, from £33/head. Civil ceremonies in both barns.

Tel: 01273 694111

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Northease ManorEAST SUSSEX

Northease ManorTudor manor house, now a school with own marquee for 80 that can be extended to seat 150. Noise restrictions mean marquee not suitable for evening events. Civil ceremonies for up to 120 in Tudor Hall with thatched roof, which is also a function room. Both included in exclusive venue hire of £1800. Catering by Circa who manage the venue.

Tel: 01273 694111

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Ote Hall FarmEAST SUSSEX

Ote Hall FarmHalf timbered mainly C17th country house in 350 acres with marquee site for up to 200 on the front lawn. £1250 for the site for a weekend. Civil ceremonies for up to 40 in the main hall. Free choice of suppliers but can recommend. Other sites in park suitable for large corporate events.

Tel: 01444 232 179

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Pashley Manor GardensEAST SUSSEX

Pashley Manor GardensBeautiful 11-acre English gardens attached to Grade 1 listed Tudor House (not available). Marquee site on main lawn in front of house for up to 200 (more possible for extra cost. Ground hire £2200 (2011) includes electricity & water. No in-house catering, free choice of all suppliers.

Tel: 01580 200888

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Pekes ManorEAST SUSSEX

Pekes ManorRestored Tudor manor house in extensive grounds containing several self-catering cottages & site for marquees for up to 150. Ground hire from £600. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 020 73528088

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Pippingford ManorEAST SUSSEX

Pippingford ManorGothic style manor house in 1000 acres of mainly woodland & heath. Several marquee sites for marquees of any size. Site close to house only occasionally used. Larger events require loos, electricity etc. Competitive facility fee starting at £500. Free choice of suppliers. Suitable for huge events.

Tel: 01825 712966

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Plumpton RacecourseEAST SUSSEX

Plumpton RacecourseSmall racecourse with own 400-seater trackside marquee with reception area for drinks. From £75/person. Not available on racedays.

Tel: 01273 890383

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Preston ManorEAST SUSSEX

Preston ManorEdwardian house owned by Brighton & Hove Museums with marquee site for up to 150 on back lawns with views of park. Site hire £1300 & you organize everything. Need generator. House open to public during the day & rooms suitable only for small corporate hire.

Tel: 01273 292813

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Saltcote ManorEAST SUSSEX

Saltcote ManorPrivately-owned late Victorian house (Queen Anne style) in extensive grounds, now offering bed and breakfast and self-catering accomodation. Marquee site for up to 250 on lawns next to hotel. Ground hire in medium range. Function rooms in house for extra. Preferred suppliers. 2 rooms licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 100.

Tel: 01797 222220

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Shoreham AirportEAST SUSSEX

Shoreham AirportAirport with huge 10 acre grass site, most suited to large shows, fairs etc. Competitively priced. Can be fenced off. Plenty of car park space. Marquee extensions to airport restaurant (seats 80) also possible. In-house catering for all types of events. The airport's Pashley suite (seats 60) approved for civil weddings.

Tel: 01273 467373

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Wadhurst CastleEAST SUSSEX

Wadhurst CastleEarly C19th castle in beautiful grounds with marquee site for up to 200 on South Lawn. Facilities fee of £3300 includes put up & take down days. Castle rooms also available. 3 rooms for civil ceremonies, for up to 100 guests. Events must end at 11.00pm. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01892 784262

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