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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022
Last update: July 2026
Southlands Barn is an exclusive-use, family-run wedding venue set within 120 acres of stunning West Sussex countryside. Combining the character of a beautifully restored 17th-century barn with breathtaking lake views, South Downs scenery and warm hospitality, Southlands creates weddings that feel relaxed, personal and unforgettable.
From outdoor ceremonies beneath our pergola to dancing under fairy lights, every part of your day flows seamlessly in a venue that is entirely yours. With incredible photo opportunities, dedicated getting-ready spaces, flexible packages and an experienced wedding team by your side, Southlands Barn is the perfect place to celebrate your love story your way. ✨
🏡 Exclusive-use venue
🌳 120 acres of countryside & lake views
💍 Indoor & outdoor ceremony options
✨ Stunning 17th-century restored barn
📸 Resident Highland cows for unique photographs
🌈 Family-run & LGBTQ+ inclusive venue
💖 Dedicated wedding coordinator
👰 Separate getting-ready rooms
🎨 Flexible supplier options available
🚌 Complimentary shuttle service options
✨ Fairy-lit ceremony and party barn
🥂 Beautiful courtyard reception space
🌄 South Downs backdrop
🎉 Weekend wedding packages available
💰 Outstanding value compared to many luxury Sussex barn venues
📜 Fully licensed for civil ceremonies
🍽️ Dedicated wedding breakfast barn
📅 Flexible package options to suit different budgets
🔥 Firepit and outdoor social spaces
🍷 Wine tasting experiences for couples
🎤 On-site sound system and microphones included
🏛️ Rustic barn character with modern comforts
🌿 Picture-perfect grounds in every season
🤝 Warm, personal and highly-rated customer service
🎶 Seamless flow from ceremony to evening celebrations
📍 Convenient West Sussex location
- LGBTQ+-owned
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Meet the team
I joined the team in 2021 and will most likely be your first point of contact with the barn, from viewings to bookings and then co-ordinating your wedding up to your special day. I also do the marketing and social media for the Barn.
I grew up across the road from the farm, where my parents still live, so I have special bond with this beautiful place!
Converting Southlands Farm into the beautiful wedding venue it is today was my idea after a friend reached out to see if they could use our barn for a wedding last minute back in 2018!
I have been involved in every step along the way from concreting to hand cutting all the hanging lights.
I oversee all aspects of running the venue and I always shed a tear during the ceremony, speeches and first dance where I can guarantee I will join you on the dance floor!
I'm nicknamed the badger as I only come out at night.
My partner Phil is the face and I bring his dreams of Southlands Barn to reality!
I work behind the scenes doing all the maintenance and accounts and I also work the farm- side of the venue.
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