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East Sussex National Resort & Wedding Venue

East Sussex National is a stunning resort wedding venue set in the beautiful South Downs!

East Sussex

from £105

700 guests

read 42 reviews

A stunning countryside setting with views over the South Downs

Individually tailored wedding packages from 20-350 guests!

Licensed for civil ceremonies both indoor and outdoor!

Dry hire options for large cultural weddings up to 700!

104 beautifully designed bedrooms with countryside views!

Spa & golf facilities on site!

Prices & Capacity

Prices

Typical Price: £120

Price Range: £105 - £140

Capacity

Ceremony: 350

Standing: 700

Seated Meal: 700

Accommodation

Sleeps: 220

About East Sussex National

Nestled in 1,100 acres of beautiful East Sussex countryside, the luxury resort is the perfect location where you wedding vision can become a reality. Renowned for our excellent service, delicious food and superb facilities, we provide a personal touch to each and every wedding making your day extra special from beginning to end. With a choice of tailor-made packages & dry hire options, we can really bring your weddings dreams to life.

Weddings really are our forte at East Sussex National.... Our dedicated wedding team provide a friendly and informal approach backed up with the experience to look after every detail of your day. From intimate gatherings in our Pavilion Restaurant to spectacular celebrations in our magnificent National Suite for up to 350 guests - or combine the spaces for ultimate events up to 700 dining guests!

Our packages have been designed to meet a variety of budgets but if you are looking for something a little different, we will help to create it with our new tailor-made option.
For large cultural weddings, we offer the perfect dry-hire options. Experts in the traditions and etiquette of many types of weddings, we can advise and recommend fantastic recommended suppliers to bring your vision to life.

For the big moment, we can offer you four totally unique ceremony spaces, from our beautiful 'Birdcage' on the lawns to the striking 'Lynx Roundall'; a circular room for up to 150 guests surrounded by a wall of glass and breath taking views... and with only one ceremony held a day you really can choose the perfect space for you both to say 'I do'!

Take some time out together to explore the grounds, surrounded by the most beautiful views over the manicured lawns and across stunning countryside of the South Downs .... you can even take a golf buggy to explore the many photo opportunities!

Our team of Chefs pride themselves on creating inspiring dishes sourced from local and seasonal ingredients and can boast 2 AA rosettes to prove it!

As VIP's for the day, you can unwind in one of our luxurious bridal suites, complimentary of course with all our packages. Why not indulge in one of the many pampering treatments in our resort spa or simply order room service and enjoy a leisurely breakfast together on the balcony.

Why not visit us in person to experience all that East Sussex National has to offer - our dedicated team can't wait

The Details

Type of Ceremony

Civil ceremony licensed

Receptions Only

Hindu (Fire ceremony permitted)

Jewish (Stage and Chuppah)

Outdoor Ceremonies

Humanist / Celebrant weddings

Interfaith / Multicultural

Venue Setting

Countryside

Waterside

Remote

Woodland

Venue Type

Golf Club & Sporting Venues

Suitable for Asian Weddings

Large hotel

Outdoor / Garden

Unique & Unusual

Dry Hire Available

Elopements

Private Members Club

Suitable for Jewish Weddings

Weekend Hire

Additional Facilities

Dance floor

Live music permitted

Discos permitted

Spa facilities

Licensed bar

Wedding packages

Outdoor ceremonies

Honeymoon suite

Wedding coordinator

Swimming pool

Onsite car parking

Bespoke weddings

Dog friendly

Bridal Dressing Room

Good Disabled Access

Helipad

Catering Options

Inhouse Caterers

Asian

BBQ / Hog Roasts

Buffet

Outside Caterers Permitted

Contact & Location

East Sussex National

TN22 5ES, East Sussex, United Kingdom

FAQs

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Yes we are and have a range of different function rooms that are licenced for civil ceremonies

Yes our birdcage is licenced for outdoor ceremonies

Yes we do charge corkage, and can offer packages for this

Yes you can, when booking our dry hire wedding packages

Yes we have Bridal Suites here at East Sussex National, complimentary within our standard wedding packages

Yes we have 104 bedrooms available onsite

Midnight

Yes there is and we have a good working relationship with local hotels

Yes, low noise firework

Outside only

LED Candles only

Why Couples Recommend East Sussex National

Couples who held their wedding at this venue consistently praise the incredibly professional, helpful, and reliable staff. From the initial planning stages through to the event itself, the wedding coordinators are highlighted for their excellent communication, organisation, and for providing valuable suggestions that make the entire process easy and straightforward. On the wedding day, the team is commended for ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently, handling all requests promptly and with a calm, courteous manner, making sure nothing is too much trouble. The venue itself is described as stunning, with particular praise for the spacious bridal suite, versatile function rooms, and beautiful photo opportunities, including on the golf course. The food receives many compliments, and the venue's flexibility is noted for accommodating various wedding sizes and types, including Asian weddings with external caterers and traditional elements. Overall, the venue is highly recommended for creating a perfect, dream wedding day.

 

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