The Venue

Inside, accommodating up to 100 guests seated (130 standing), The Castle Room and The 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 either get ready together in privacy and comfort, or surrounded by family, bridesmaids or groomsmen. With views overlooking the beautiful gardens, there is plenty of space for all the wedding party.

Outside, 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.

With the glorious gardens and two reception rooms inside this Grade II listed building, we can guarantee that you and your guests will have the most magical day, making memories to last a lifetime. Whether your party is an intimate gathering of close friends or a larger, more elaborate celebration, and with endless photo opportunities and romantic backdrops, the stage is set for a captivating wedding.

Suppliers

The Cowdray events team have a trusted list of professional suppliers who are highly regarded in their field of expertise including florists, hair and makeup artists, cake makers, photographers and production companies.

The in-house catering team The Yellow Kitchen serves the best local and Estate-sourced produce where possible, making the most of what Cowdray has to offer. There is also a selection of carefully chosen external caterers for you to consider. The events team will work closely with you to make sure your day unfolds exactly how you envisaged.

Accommodation

There is a wide range of accommodation on the Estate to suit the wedding couple as well as family and friends. Newly refurbished luxury holiday cottages complete with hot tubs and far-reaching views are perfect for a mini moon after the wedding or for guests considering a longer stay. There are also four self-catered cottages at Benbow Pond, private, secluded luxury treehouses easily accessible from The Walled Garden and nearby Bed and Breakfast Accommodation at the Lodge.

Guests can also enjoy everything that the Cowdray Estate has to offer including visiting the award-winning Farm Shop, Café & Lifestyle shop, watching polo in the summer months on nearby Lawns, playing golf or just enjoying the many scenic walks across the Estate.

History

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.

If you love the idea of getting married at this exclusive venue then please use the contact buttons below and to the right to get in touch with the wedding team directly.