Buxted Park Hotel

Buxted Park

Buxted Park Hotel: A Palladian country house wedding in East Sussex

Set within 312 acres of East Sussex parkland, close to Ashdown Forest, Buxted Park is a Palladian country house dating from 1722.

A sweeping drive, lakes, lawns and Georgian interiors create a strong sense of place, while three indoor and three outdoor ceremony settings give couples genuine choice. Evening celebrations can welcome up to 200 guests.

With six ceremony settings, elegant reception rooms and exclusive-use options, your celebration can be shaped entirely around you.

A wedding shaped around you

Whether you are planning an intimate occasion or a celebration for up to 200 evening guests, our experienced team will help bring your ideas to life.

Our wedding packages include the essential elements of your day, from reception drinks and canapés to your wedding breakfast, wine and evening food. You will also have the support of a dedicated wedding coordinator and Master of Ceremonies.

For complete privacy, choose exclusive use and make the hotel, grounds, state rooms, games room and private cinema your own.

Choose your ceremony setting

Buxted Park offers three indoor and three outdoor ceremony settings, allowing you to choose the atmosphere that feels right for you.

The Orangery

Capacity: 100 for a ceremony or 70 for a wedding breakfast
Best suits: Light-filled ceremonies and intimate dining
The feel: Romantic, elegant and connected to nature

An original part of the Georgian house, the Victorian Orangery is bathed in natural light and looks across the lawns and fishing lake.

The Coat of Arms Lounge

Capacity: Up to 120 guests
Best suits: Grand indoor ceremonies
The feel: Historic, dramatic and full of character

At the heart of the house, this impressive room features an original 18th-century fireplace and a stage framed by ornate stone pillars, creating the well-suited setting for a memorable entrance.

The Library

Capacity: Up to 50 guests
Best suits: Intimate ceremonies
The feel: Warm, atmospheric and timeless

With an intricately carved stone fireplace and authentic bookcases, the Library offers a characterful setting reminiscent of a bygone era.

Outdoor Ceremonies

Capacity: Up to 120 guests
Best suits: Romantic open-air vows
The feel: Natural, secluded and striking

Choose from the Orangery Lawn, Coat of Arms Lawn or Orangery Pond, each offering a different perspective across the house, parkland and surrounding countryside.

Dine and celebrate

The Ballroom

Capacity: 120 for a wedding breakfast or 200 for the evening reception
Best suits: Grand dining and dancing
The feel: Impressive, elegant and celebratory

Five Empire chandeliers and full-length Georgian sash windows give the Ballroom a wonderful sense of grandeur. Doors open onto a private terrace overlooking the gardens, while a private bar and wooden dance floor set the scene for an unforgettable evening.

Outdoor dining is also available, allowing you to celebrate against the beautiful backdrop of the estate.

Food and drink

Our award-winning chefs create fresh, seasonal menus showcasing the best available regional produce. Choose from an extensive selection of dishes or work with our team to shape a menu around your tastes.

From canapés and three-course wedding breakfasts to sharing platters, barbecues, hog roasts and interactive evening food stations, every part of the dining experience is designed with care. Bespoke cocktails and themed bars can add another personal touch, while a complimentary menu tasting with wine allows you to perfect your choices.

Make more of your celebration

Arrive the evening before, gather your loved ones for a welcome dinner or enjoy a sparkling afternoon tea ahead of the main celebration.

On the wedding morning, two dedicated getting-ready rooms provide elegant private spaces for you and your wedding parties to prepare. Natural light and beautiful interiors also create the well-suited setting for those first photographs of the day.

Stay together

Buxted Park has 40 elegant bedrooms, including six feature suites. Preferential accommodation rates and family-friendly rooms are available, with a full traditional breakfast included.

Selected packages include a wedding suite with Champagne, while exclusive-use celebrations offer the flexibility to reserve bedrooms for your guests. The hotel also provides on-site parking, accessible facilities and a dog-friendly welcome.

Plan your wedding

With decades of experience hosting one-of-a-kind weddings, the Buxted Park team will be beside you throughout your journey, ensuring every detail feels personal and every moment unfolds seamlessly.

Book your private viewing and discover your wedding at Buxted Park Hotel.