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, exposed beams, and Cathedral-like interior, countered by cosy corners, The Great Thatched Barn is a wonderfully versatile building, comfortably shape-shifting to suit your celebrations as they unfold throughout the day and your preferred layout.
The Great Thatched Barn delivers the perfect atmosphere and stages the ideal setting for a wedding, accommodating up to 200 seated guests, or the space can be easily partitioned for smaller numbers and weddings.
Exclusively yours for the duration of the 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 unforgettable wedding.
How and where you exchange your vows is one of the most personal parts of your wedding day and we have a number of stunning settings licensed for your civil wedding ceremony in Sussex.
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.
At Falmer Court, we believe exceptional food and service are essential to every celebration, and to ensure your special day is extra special. That’s why we’ve partnered with a carefully selected list of approved caterers, each chosen for their outstanding reputation, food, and ability to deliver unforgettable dining experiences.
Food Glorious Food South
Based in the heart of East Sussex, Food Glorious Food is a long-established and award-winning catering event company. A breath of fresh air in the hospitality world, the dedicated team have perfected a flawless approach to delivering a first-class service to every event.
Circa Events
Circa Events is an outstanding catering company fuelled by passion and creativity, wholly committed to ensuring clients have an exceptional catering experience every time. This is reflected in their diverse range of catering styles available and flexible menus, varying from elegant four-course dinners to more relaxed feasting tables and sharing boards.
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.
At Falmer Court, we believe your wedding should feel effortless from the very beginning. Alongside exclusive use of our beautiful estate, your hire includes everything you need to create a seamless and memorable celebration:
- 48-hour exclusive hire period
- The Great Thatched Barn accommodating up to 200 seated guests, or options to compartmentalise for smaller numbers
- Loop-back Bentwood chairs
- Round wooden tables
- Fairy light canopy and additional decorative fairy light system
- Toilet facilities
- Horsebox bar for drinks receptions and cocktail hour
- Security & Overnight parking
- Outside and indoor licensed ceremony spaces, or just a stone’s throw from St Laurence Church for religious ceremonies
- Spectacular grounds for drinks receptions and photographs
- Stretch tent with lounge seating
- Garden space with outdoor fire pits & Giant lawn games
- Soft furnishings and an eclectic mix of props within the barn
- Speaker and music system
- Midnight finish & Complete power provision
- Venue Coordinator and a dedicated team to support couples throughout their planning journey
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.
