Dreaming of a coastal wedding? Look no further than East Sussex, home of The Gallivant - a beautiful beach wedding venue. This intimate, luxury hotel is licensed for both indoor and outdoor weddings, allowing you to have every aspect of your wedding all in one stunning location. With exclusive use of the whole property and the sea right on your doorstep, The Gallivant makes the perfect setting for your big day.
The Location
Resting on the Kent and Sussex border is the ultimate venue to restore your happiness. With a 5 mile stretch of sandy beach a stone's throw away, your wedding photos have a picturesque backdrop to reflect the beauty and romance of your special day. The panoramic views of the beach and the rolling dunes is an ideal spot for couples who appreciate natural beauty and serene landscapes. The nearest town of Rye is only a 10 minute drive from The Gallivant, which is accessible from London St. Pancras by a 1 hour train journey. The team at The Gallivant understand the importance of sharing this experience with your loved ones, and can help you to organise local transport from Rye in advance to ensure that your guests, no matter how far away, will be able to share this experience with you.
Your Beach Wedding
The Gallivant gives you exclusive use of the whole property, making the venue feel like your own private beach house by the sea. This means you have the flexibility to curate a wedding to your tastes. The Gallivant is available for weddings all year round and, being a licensed venue, you can have your wedding ceremony inside or outside (depending on the weather) for up to 80 guests. Create an unforgettable reception with champagne and canapes on the beach, eco-coastal garden or terrace.
Whether you choose 24 or 48 hour exclusive use, your experience will be beyond exceptional - with a few things included in their wedding packages being tableware, a Honeymoon Suite and a bespoke wedding breakfast!
Pricing for 24 hour exclusive use starts at £13,500 for 50 guests.
Planned to Perfection
As this venue only host a few weddings per year, you can sleep well knowing The Gallivant will plan and execute your wedding with the passion and professionalism it deserves. You will also get to meet members of the wedding team, such as the Wedding Manager, to build relationships and ensure total confidence that your wedding is in the best hands. To make your wedding planning a little bit more stress-free, you'll also have access to The Gallivant Little Book of Wedding Suppliers, their 'Black Book' of some the best wedding professionals that can help make your wedding dreams a reality.
Leading up to the big day, you get "An Afternoon with Nico", an intimate planning day with the Head Chef. On this day, you can discuss your bespoke wedding breakfast menu with Nico, then taste these dishes and provide feedback or make changes specific to your tastes. Alongside this, you can also sample a selection of 10 wines, prepared by their wine experts, which will compliment your menu. If you're travelling far, The Gallivant can also make accommodations for you to stay overnight, so you really feel part of the family.
Relaxing Retreat
We all know that planning a wedding is stressful! That's why, at The Gallivant, they provide wellness and yoga classes, as well as being equipped with a Bamford mini spa with on property Bamford trained therapists for your wellness and recovery.
The Gallivant are also committed to reducing their impact on the world - as a company, they are focused on sustainable ingredient sourcing, minimising waste, no single use plastic and upcycled furniture (just to name a few!)
Rest Assured
Don't forget about the accommodation! The Gallivant are a luxury, boutique hotel, boasting 20 individually designed bedrooms which can sleep up to 45 guests. The Luxury Garden Rooms (which are included in the Wedding Package) allow you to open the large French sliding doors into the beautiful coastal garden where your own furniture sits on a serene private deck.
From its stunning coastal location to its welcoming atmosphere, great packages, and excellent food and wine, this wedding venue has it all. If you love the sound of The Gallivant for your special day, contact their team today for more information.