Drenched in romance, the medieval charm of Falmer Court’s Great Thatched Barn delivers the perfect atmosphere and stages the ideal setting for a magical wedding, accommodating up to 200 guests seated within the barn and just an hour away from London – the perfect location to say ‘I do’.
With its soaring timbered roof, walls, cross beams and vast, Cathedral-like interior countered by cosy corners, The Great Thatched Barn is an amazingly versatile building, comfortably shape-shifting to suit your preferred layout.
Exclusively yours for the duration of your wedding the historic Great Thatched Barn has a wonderfully warm and welcoming atmosphere; it’s a magical place providing every ingredient needed to create a truly memorable wedding and joyful celebration.
How and where you exchange your vows is personal choice. The barn presents the perfect space for a Civil Service conducted by our local registrar, with up to 130 guests seated on our stylish lime washed Chiavari chairs to witness your commitment to one another.
Vows taken, guests head to your wedding reception set up in our spectacular grounds. Rustic-style patio furniture on the lawns give places for guests to sit, while an attractive and practical stretch tent provides shade in summer and shelter in winter.
To ensure your special day is extra special, we work with exclusive catering partner, Circa Events, a company fuelled by passion, wholly committed to ensuring clients have an exceptional catering and planning service every time. In addition to delivering outstanding food, the company does all it can all to maximise sustainability and make a positive environmental impact.
Get in touch with Circa directly at falmercourt@circacirca.com for further details.
Our bar is run by our excellent in-house team. Falmer Court takes pride in serving British brands (where possible) to support local businesses and keep its carbon footprint to a minimum. It is passionate about sustainability and refrains from using plastic within the venue.
Offering a wide range of reception drinks, an extensive wine selection and a comprehensive fully-stocked bar for your party, our bar team ensures having everything you require to make your wedding perfect and any specific requirements can be ordered in upon request.
Where is Falmer Court located?
Our beautiful Sussex barn wedding venue is located in the heart of the East Sussex countryside in Falmer, right by the South Downs National Park and just a short distance from Brighton.
How do I get to Falmer Court?
We are just a 10-minute walk from Falmer train station, with excellent rail connections to Brighton and major London train stations.
Perfectly positioned to offer the charm of a rural barn wedding venue with convenient transport links to Brighton and London.
Is Falmer Court an exclusive-use wedding venue?
Falmer Court is an exclusive-use wedding venue in Sussex, meaning the venue is reserved exclusively for you and your guests on your wedding day.
You’ll enjoy private access to the beautiful grounds, Great Thatched Barn, reception spaces and ceremony areas for a truly unique celebration.
Can I book Falmer Court for a weekend wedding?
We are the perfect venue for a weekend or multi-day wedding in Sussex, giving you more time to celebrate with friends and family.
All multi-day weddings are priced on a bespoke basis and curated around your personalised celebrations.
Are you licensed for civil ceremonies?
Indoor wedding ceremonies can take place within the magnificent Great Thatched Barn for up to 200 guests.
The stunning Formal Gardens and fountain area can host outdoor wedding ceremonies for up to 200 guests, overlooking the stunning 18th-century house and surrounded by foliage and plants.
For religious ceremonies, St Laurence Church is just a stone’s throw from the venue.
How many guests can Falmer Court accommodate?
The Great Thatched Barn can host up to 200 guests, or can be compartmentalised for smaller numbers.
What time does the wedding need to finish?
Our licence allows for live music to be played until 11pm, with the bar closing at 11:30pm and guests departing the venue by midnight.
Do you charge corkage?
Our excellent in-house team runs the bar at Falmer Court.
Falmer Court takes pride in serving British brands wherever possible, supporting local businesses and keeping our carbon footprint to a minimum while making the logistics and planning for your drink requirements a much easier and more seamless process.
We offer a wide range of reception drinks, an extensive wine selection and a comprehensive fully stocked bar for your party.
Our bar team ensures everything you require to make your wedding perfect is available, and any specific requirements can be ordered upon request.
If you prefer to bring your own drinks, we can apply a corkage fee.
Can we bring in our own caterers?
We offer a carefully selected list of trusted catering partners who deliver exceptional food and service at Falmer Court.
If you have a preferred caterer, we’re happy to consider external catering requests on a case-by-case basis to ensure they meet our venue requirements.
Get in touch today with our Head of Weddings and Events, to see how we can ensure your wedding is a wonderfully magical day.
