Describe the best wedding that happened at Bury Manor Barn?
Just to many to mention. My most special days were the ones after lockdown... it was so wonderful to have families and friends come together. Makes me cry now thinking about it!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Move around flowers/lanterns/lights etc during the day so you get the best use of them... i.e. - ceremony table flowers move to top table, lanterns - move from ceremony room to the barn steps.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Wellies full of flowers lining the aisle for the civil ceremony! This was for a groom who was a dairy farmer!
Describe Bury Manor Barn in 5 adjectives
Romantic, peaceful, beautiful, one of a kind!
Where’s the best photo spot at Bury Manor Barn?
A photographer told me once - there are no bad photo spots here! And he is right - from the terrace with views over the River Arun and South Downs, to our treelined avenue in the woods, to our beautiful walled garden.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Bury Manor Barn?
Couldn't possibly say!
What’s your favourite canapé?
arancini delights
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
You can't beat a bacon buttie!
What is Bury Manor Barn most unique feature?
Our private gate from the 12th century church straight onto our stretch-tent terrace where we can be waiting for you with a glass of fizz after your church service. We have stunning views from the terrace - across the Wildbrooks and River Arun to Amberley Castle and the South Downs beyond.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Bury Manor Barn is completely owned by Dorset House School. We are a charity based organisation with no shareholders! All the money that we earn from the weddings is pumped straight back into the 13th century Manor House, the 16th century Barn and extra facilities for the children at the school.