Spring Wedding Open Day at Alfriston Gardens
Alfriston Gardens, East Sussex, BN26 5QS
10th of May 2026
11am - 3pm
Enjoy a glass of bubbles, sweet treats and a wander through our beautiful spaces and gardens, while chatting with our team and trusted suppliers.
About the Open Day
Join us for our next Open Day at Alfriston Gardens on Sunday 10th May, from 11am to 3pm, and see the venue beautifully styled in soft pastels for the season.
Enjoy a glass of bubbles, sweet treats and a wander through our beautifully curated spaces and gardens. Meet our handpicked suppliers and chat with our lovely events team about shaping a day that feels entirely your own.
Spaces are limited. Reserve your place via the Calendly link on our website or Instagram.
Contact & Location
Alfriston Gardens, East Sussex, BN26 5QS
About Alfriston Gardens
Alfriston Gardens is a restored barn wedding venue in the South Downs, East Sussex, set within a two-acre countryside estate near Brighton. The venue is licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions, with the Century and Woodland Barns providing a combination of historic character and modern design. With landscaped gardens, onsite accommodation and in-house catering, it offers a complete setting for countryside weddings.
The Venue:
This South Downs wedding venue features two connected barns, accommodating between 60 and 155 guests. The ceremonial barn showcases 17th-century architecture with contemporary finishes, including a mezzanine level overlooking the space.
Outdoor ceremonies take place in the gardens, with views across the surrounding countryside. Wedding breakfasts and evening receptions are held in the events barn, which features a skylight and bi-fold glass doors opening onto the decking and gardens. This creates a seamless indoor-outdoor layout suited to a countryside wedding venue. The gardens provide a naturally beautiful backdrop for photography, with indoor ceremony and reception options available.
Accommodation:
Onsite accommodation is available for up to 58 guests at Alfriston Gardens. This includes a private honeymoon cottage (Lavender Lodge), nine en-suite shepherd huts offering a luxury glamping experience, and ten en-suite bedrooms within Vine Lodge and five within Oak lodge. Breakfast is served in Oak Lodge, providing a central space for guests to gather the following day.
Catering:
Catering is provided by Black Pepper Catering Hospitality, offering seasonal menus and full food and beverage service. Their team manages the delivery of the wedding day, ensuring a consistent and professional experience.
Location:
Located near the village of Alfriston in East Sussex, this barn wedding venue near Brighton sits within the South Downs National Park, with views of the Long Man of Wilmington visible from parts of the estate. Around 30 minutes from Brighton and well connected to London by road and rail, it’s easy for guests travelling across the South East. With Gatwick Airport within easy reach, it’s also a convenient choice for those with international wedding guests.