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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: December 2025

If these walls could talk, they would tell of family and friends coming together, vows exchanged, toasts made, and food savoured. Every tale would be different, and every memory a new one.

Our barn can host 80-150 guests and includes seven en-suite bedrooms and a set of private rooms for the couple. From tables and chairs to a team of chefs waiting to create your menu, every detail has been considered. Just bring your dreams for your day.

Introducing the venue: A series of barns and outhouses dating from 1825, beautifully restored to create a light, warm, and airy atmosphere. They are connected in a flow that allows your day to unfold seamlessly.

Flexible spaces: From gathering to drinks, from dinner to dancing, our different spaces connect, allowing guests to move effortlessly through the venue and enabling your band or DJ to set up unnoticed. If the weather's warm and sunny, you can flow out to the courtyard. If not, your event will run just as smoothly. Pre-installed lighting, speakers, projector, and WiFi provide all the technical support you might need.

Your ceremony: Light-filled, atmospheric, and seating up to 135, the Meadow Barn is licensed to hold civil marriages and partnerships. For a sense of tranquillity, exchange your vows with the picturesque backdrop of the South Downs National Park. Both options are the perfect setting for your walk down the aisle.

Your hideaway: A private suite for you, tucked away in its secret garden. A room to prepare, with mirrors and natural light. A suite beautifully designed with space to spread out.

Your guests are nearby: The courtyard has seven double rooms with bathrooms. Its neutral colours and open layout are designed to help your guests get ready, then relax and wind down from the day's excitement.

Your drinks, your way: You can supply your drinks until 8:30 p.m. with no restrictions or corkage fees. We provide a fully stocked licenced bar to complement your chosen drinks.

Food by Farbridge: Every menu item is different, and every mouthful is delicious. From breads to chutneys to ice cream, our team strives to make as much as possible from scratch. We follow the seasons, use the freshest ingredients, and cook and serve restaurant-quality dishes straight from our kitchen.

If your dream wedding is both elegant and rustic, take a moment to admire Farbridge, a barn venue in Chichester, West Sussex.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Barn
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser
Beautician

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
Horse baraat permitted
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Reviews for Farbridge

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Ellen Sent on 13/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue

We had our wedding at Farbridge and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. From start to finish, the team were exceptional - everything ran so smoothly, and we had complete trust in the team that everything was in hand. It meant we could just relax and enjoy the day, knowing everything was being taken care of.

Nothing we asked for was too much trouble, and they brought all our ideas and plans to life flawlessly. So many of our guests commented on how stunning the venue was and how seamlessly the day flowed - it was all thanks to their hard work and attention to detail.

The catering team was phenomenal, delivering our dream menu so beautifully. The food was incredible, so delicious, and we had so many compliments from guests (and plenty of very full, happy people!).

Farbridge truly was the venue of our dreams, and we’ll cherish the memories of our wedding there for the rest of our lives. We can’t recommend it highly enough!
Julie
Julie Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding

My daughter got married here on Friday 12th September 2025 and it was the most perfect amazing day, it was above and beyond our expectations. Tamara and Julie looked after us and guided us through the day and helped make it such a special experience. The venue is stunning, all the staff were so professional and nothing was too much trouble. All the guests had the best day and could not believe how stunning Farbridge is, so many people said it was the best wedding they had been to and we cannot thank all the staff enough for help making it the most perfect day.
Naomi
Naomi Sent on 13/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream wedding venue!

We got married at Farbridge in April and cannot recommend them enough. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff (special mention to Ells and Julie!) made the whole process so easy, from the first viewing of the venue to discussing music, food and timings of the day. The barn itself is beautiful and housed our 70 guests comfortably for dinner, and ceremony room was stunning with plenty of space for the additional reception guests later on. We had so many comments from our guests about the efficiency of the serving staff and during the whole day Ells was there in the background making everything run smoothly. The catering team were incredible (SO many compliments on the food!) and the canapés were absolutely delicious. The bridal suite, separated from the rest of the venue with its own private garden, was perfectly designed to make the whole morning easy for the bridal party - we could get ready with plenty of time and space and have photos in the garden before the ceremony. In the evening, there was plenty of room for our band and photo booth. One of our favourite small touches was the way the Farbridge staff plated up a selection of canapés and evening food for us in the bridal suite so we didn't miss anything! Thank-you Farbridge for giving us the most magical wedding day! Naomi & Elliot
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Elishia Sent on 02/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

What a venue!

We had the most amazing wedding day at Farbridge. Everything leading up to the day was so organised. Imogen in particular was excellent and was on hand for the many queries I had throughout the planning process!
The day ran so smoothly and would not have been possible without the help from all the amazing staff.
The service and the food was incredible - everyone is still talking about how amazing the food was!
We could not recommend Farbridge enough and would get married here over and over again!
Toby
Toby Sent on 19/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue

From the moment we stepped foot in Farbridge, we knew it was the one.
After visiting many local venues, there was something different and subtlety special about Farbridge. From its beautiful setting within the Southdown’s, to the gorgeous barn itself, it was simply our perfect wedding venue.
All the staff have the finest attention to detail throughout the whole process, we had the pleasure of dealing with Ellie and Eleanor during the planning stages and we were definitely in safe hands. Having never been to a wedding as adults we were very green going into the process and barley knew where to start. Ellie and Eleanor guided us through the process and held our hand when ever we needed it, with attentive replies to messages and all the venue visits we needed. Something we loved in particular was the tasting evening hosted by the Farbridge staff, the barns were set and dressed as they would be on a wedding day. The execution of the whole evening gave us the ultimate confidence in all the staff and especially the chefs in the kitchen, as the food was simply incredible. It was also a great time to meet other couples who had chosen Farbridge and get some ideas from them for the big day.
Nothing felt set in stone and the staff couldn’t have done enough to make sure the day was exactly as we wanted it and had to be done their way which we felt at some other venues. The menu was completely bespoke to us, timings throughout the day were flexible and the décor could all be changed to just as we wanted.
Our actual wedding day was nothing but perfect. Ellie and the team saw our vision and created it, removing all of the stress from our big day. She dealt with a last minute change to our guest list as if it was nothing, as well as organising all of the suppliers on the day. We were absolutely speechless when we first saw what they done with the barns and the seamless transitions throughout the day just ran perfectly smoothly, we can’t thank them enough. We also have to give a special shout to Julie for making sure we felt no stress before the guests arrived on the day, she made sure the boys were all dressed on time and had the buttonholes ready and that the bridal party had everything they needed whilst getting ready.
We truly believe that our calm and little to no stress approach to the wedding day is largely down the team at Farbridge and the confidence we had in them to deliver the perfect day.
We have had so many amazing and heartfelt comments from guests about how amazing and beautiful the day was, so thank you to Farbridge for making our day and whole experience everything we could have dreamed off and more.
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08 Mar
Open Door

Join us at Farbridge on Sunday 8th March 2026 for our Wedding Showcase.

Doors open from 11:00am – 3:00pm. Admission is completely free however booking your space is essential. Please reserve your spot via our website or Eventbrite.

An exciting and interactive experience that will leave you truly inspired for your wedding plans whether you’re getting married in 2026, 2027 or 2028!

The ideas that inspire. The advice that reassures. The support that counts.

We have carefully hand selected an intimate group of suppliers to showcase at our 2026 event, all of whom take pride in offering a bespoke and personal service.

Whether you’re looking to meet your perfect supplier or perhaps find those special added extras, discuss your day with our passionate suppliers as you wander our grounds. Our in-house team of chefs will be offering some delicious samples for you to indulge in.

Date: From 08/03/2026 to 08/03/2026 Schedule 11:00 - 15:00
Place: Farbridge, West Dean, Chichester, West Sussex

Meet the team

Nickie Dixon
Nickie Dixon
Managing Director

Nickie has managed over 600 weddings in her career. Coming to Farbridge in 2014, she and her husband Simon have relished the freedom it brings to make every event unique. She’s passionate about getting the details just right, seeing the barns transform and making sure everything runs exactly to plan. Any free time she has is spent in the garden, tending to her vegetable patch and enjoying quality time with her family.

Simon Dixon
Simon Dixon
Director & Executive Chef

Simon has more than 25 years’ experience in the kitchen. A New Zealander, his travels have widened his culinary repertoire, and he brings all this skill and enthusiasm to Farbridge. Making bread, ice cream, and cordials are just a few examples of things his kitchen makes from scratch. Simon loves creating bespoke menus with couples, and you will often find him foraging in the garden for ingredients to make their big day extra special. When he has the chance, Simon enjoys riding the slopes on his snowboard.

Tom King
Tom King
Head Chef

Tom’s culinary journey began in Ripon, inspired by his dad’s homemade pizzas shared with friends after military postings. With a background in weddings, large-scale banqueting, and fine dining, Tom has gained international experience working in Spain and Cyprus. He has cooked for premier league football teams and the England cricket team during their T20 World Cup win. A proud dad of two, he reflects on the days when he used to have hair, bringing humour to his impressive career.

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Farbridge, West Dean PO18 0JT Chichester (West Sussex)
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