Alfriston Gardens
Stunning Barn Wedding Venue near Brighton with Exceptional Landscaped Gardens and Incredible Views of the South Downs
Exclusive-use Accommodation for up to 58 Guests
Licenced for Weddings and Civil Ceremonies
Dedicated Event Organiser
Three Unique Event Spaces, Including Two Adjoining Barns
Three Get Ready Spaces
Beautiful Gardens for Receptions and Outdoor Ceremonies
Business details last verified on 5th of January 2026 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £POA
Price Range: £7,000 - £10,500
Capacity
Ceremony: 155
Standing: 155
Seated Meal: 155
Accommodation
Sleeps: 58
About Alfriston Gardens
Alfriston Gardens is a sensational two-acre estate where you can host your civil ceremony and reception in the Century and Woodland Barns. This historical destination combines traditional elements with modern comforts, presenting a refined and relaxed setting in which to mark your story. Offering more than just memories, the renovated venue is home to unique gardens, beautiful guest accommodation and mouth-watering catering.
The Venue:
The connected event barns host between 60 and 155 guests, depending on your layout. The ceremonial barn blends 17th-century architecture with contemporary design and features a stylish mezzanine for a unique vantage point. Outdoor ceremonies take place in the gardens, with guests seated on the lawn. Wedding breakfasts and evening receptions are held in the modern events barn, filled with natural light from a skylight and opening onto the decking and gardens via a bi-fold glass wall.
The Oak Lodge suits more intimate receptions and also serves as a welcoming reception space. The gardens provide a beautiful botanical backdrop for photographs, with indoor options available in case of British weather.
Accommodation:
Exclusive-use onsite accommodation is available for up to 58 guests. The honeymoon cottage is a serene retreat, perfect for relaxed preparations ahead of the big day. It offers privacy and a calm setting for restorative overnight stays. Nine en-suite shepherd huts provide an authentic glamping experience, blending outdoor charm with luxurious comfort, alongside ten beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the Vine Lodge. Breakfast is served in Oak Lodge, a multi-functional space where friends and family can stay in the five modern bedrooms upstairs.
Catering:
Black Pepper Catering Hospitality provides all food and beverage services at Alfriston Gardens. Their experienced team oversees the smooth running of your reception, ensuring warm, professional hospitality throughout. Contact the in-house team to explore wedding packages, exclusive hire, and specialist services.
Location:
Located close to Alfriston village, the venue benefits from the charm of a medieval High Street filled with independent shops and historic buildings. Views extend across rolling hills, rivers, and woodlands, with the Long Man of Wilmington visible from the Shepherd's Huts. Guests can enjoy country walks, welcoming pubs, and an award-winning zoo nearby.
From the Experts
"I’ve visited Alfriston Gardens several times and it never fails to impress. The breathtaking views of the South Downs, the versatile spaces within the wedding barns, and their genuine commitment to sustainable weddings make it a standout choice. The Honeymoon Cottage, Lavender Lodge, is the perfect setting to enjoy that newlywed bubble, and with space for up to 58 guests to stay overnight, it truly feels like a destination venue."
Nikita Thorne
The Details
Venue Type
Barn
Exclusive use
Unique & Unusual
Outdoor / Garden
Intimate Venue
Eco Wedding Venue
Weekend Hire
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Receptions Only
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Interfaith / Multicultural
Jewish (Stage and Chuppah)
Outdoor Ceremonies
Venue Setting
Countryside
Woodland
Catering Options
Pre-approved Caterers Only
Additional Facilities
Bespoke weddings
Bridal Dressing Room
Dance floor
Discos permitted
Good Disabled Access
Honeymoon suite
Licensed bar
Live music permitted
Onsite car parking
Wedding coordinator
Wedding packages
Walled Garden
Area
Area of Outstanding Beauty
Contact & Location
Alfriston Gardens
Alfriston Road, BN26 5QS, East Sussex, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, when you book Alfriston Gardens you and your guests have the luxury of exclusive use for your wedding.
Yes, our wedding barn and gardens are licensed for civil ceremonies.
Our catering partners, Black Pepper Hospitality, will provide you with a stunning selection of food for your wedding breakfast and throughout the big day.
When you book Alfriston Gardens, you don't just get a honeymoon suite, you get a whole cottage! Lavender Lodge is a stunning space that you can use to get ready for the big day and enjoy your newlywed bubble at the end of the celebrations.
Yes, Alfriston Gardens offers 25 beautiful rooms for up to 58 of your wedding guests to stay.
Yes, there are plenty of local hotels and B&Bs that you can book for your guests just a short drive away from the venue.
To give you an idea of hire price, a mid-season, mid-week wedding date at Alfriston Gardens is £9,400 in 2026 (excl accommodation and catering).
Our Sustainability Commitments
Alfriston Gardens is committed to protecting the surrounding East Sussex landscape. Sustainable initiatives include low-level outdoor lighting to preserve the South Downs’ status as an International Dark Sky Reserve. During development, measures were taken to protect local wildlife, including newt-fencing for the endangered Greater Crested Newt and installing bat and bird boxes. A hibernaculum and a living roof on Vine Lodge further support biodiversity. Thoughtful planting throughout the gardens provides vital habitats for bees, butterflies, and other species, earning the venue the National LIS Award for Best Development in 2023.
Why Couples Recommend Alfriston Gardens
Couples who married at Alfriston Gardens consistently describe their experience as perfect, stress-free, and exceeding all expectations. The venue itself is frequently praised for its stunning and beautifully maintained gardens, versatile barns, and private, secure setting that leaves guests in awe. A recurring highlight is the exceptional on-site team, who are commended for their meticulous planning, attentiveness, and dedication to ensuring the day runs seamlessly. Reviewers repeatedly mention how the staff's support and flawless organisation allowed them to relax completely, feeling as though their wedding was the team's top priority. The associated caterers receive outstanding feedback for providing delicious, high-quality food, with many guests remarking it was the best wedding meal they had ever had. The ability to personalise menus and cater for all dietary needs is also a significant plus. Furthermore, the convenience of beautiful and comfortable on-site accommodation, including a bridal suite perfect for preparations, is highly valued, with couples enjoying the opportunity to extend the celebration by having breakfast with their closest guests the following morning.
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