The Walled Garden
A Captivating Walled Garden Wedding Venue. Set in the Heart of the Cowdray Estate in Midhurst, West Sussex.
West Sussex
Historic Venue
Private Gardens
Ceremony Licence
Outdoor and indoor ceremony options
Dressing Room
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £7,500
Price Range: £3,500 - £8,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 100
Standing: 130
Seated Meal: 100
About The Walled Garden
A hidden gem, The Cowdray Walled Garden is a country garden wedding venue nestled in the grounds of one of England's finest former country houses. Set against the stunning backdrop of Cowdray Ruins in Midhurst, West Sussex, the Walled Garden sits at the heart of the 16,000-acre Cowdray Estate. Open the door to The Cowdray Walled Garden and step into a beautiful, historic, hidden gem that dates back to 1550. A truly magical location to create long-lasting memories of a very special day.
Once known as The Walled Privy, located alongside the magnificent Cowdray Ruins, a landmark visited by royalty including Henry VIII, Edward VI and Elizabeth I. In 1770 it is believed that British Landscape Architect, Capability Brown was employed on the Estate and was involved in the design and planning of the Walled Garden.
Today the country garden celebrates its history with a traditional planting scheme of cultivated areas which include a scented herb garden, a variety of rose and lavender borders, an orchard, herbaceous borders and a central rectangular formal lawn surrounding an ornamental pond. A pagoda is situated within the garden and is suited for outdoor wedding ceremonies during the warmer months of the year, (April to October) providing the perfect setting to start your married journey.
Inside, accommodating up to 100 guests (130 for a standing reception), both The Castle Room and Courtyard Room, with their exposed stone walls, character, and charm provide a wonderful place to host your big day. Both the Castle Room and the Courtyard allow an opportunity to bring the outside in, combing fresh floral arches with timeless interiors. Upstairs, couples can also make use of the Dressing Room, offering the perfect location to get ready together in privacy and comfort, whilst being able to catch a glimpse of your guests through the window overlooking the garden as they arrive.
Considering catering to be one of the most important aspects of any wedding, we are proud to work with a selection of carefully chosen caterers. Where possible, all ingredients are sourced locally with a strong emphasis on sustainability. Not only will your wedding breakfast taste delicious, but it will be visually stunning too.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Waterside
Venue Type
Castles & Palaces
Barn
Exclusive use
Land For Hire
Unique & Unusual
Historic
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Orangery Or Marquee
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Walled Garden
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Contact & Location
The Walled Garden
The Walled Garden, No 1 River Ground Stables, Cowdray Park, GU29 9AL, West Sussex, United Kingdom
FAQs
We operate on a one wedding per day policy, so you will be the only ones getting married that day!
We're licensed for ceremonies, and we also offer the use of venue for those renewing vows, or using a Celebrant or Humanist.
We're an outdoors wedding venue, with wet weather options!
You can provide your own drinks, and we do not charge corkage. But check with your caterer, that they're also happy for you to do this.
Yes, we can supply you with a list of our recommended if required.
Carriages are at Midnight!
Not at the venue, no. But there are plenty of accommodations options available.
Personal Message
Hannah Fullagar
Wedding Sales Executive
Hi, I’m Hannah, Wedding Sales Executive at The Walled Garden at Cowdray. I’ve been part of the Cowdray team since 2019, and I’m passionate about helping couples find the perfect setting for their wedding day. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate garden ceremony or a lively evening celebration, I’m here to make the planning process smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free. I truly believe that once you’ve found your venue, everything else begins to fall into place naturally.
Customer Service Finalist 2023
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