Whether you are looking to host an intimate gathering for 15 guests or a larger reception for up to 150, you will find a truly spectacular venue coupled with all the warmth of a family home at Cowdray House.
Buck Hall with its vaulted ceiling, arched minstrels gallery and splendid fireplace takes centre stage at the heart of the house, and is ideally suited for the wedding breakfast. Drinks receptions can be held on the manicured croquet lawn with far reaching views of the South Downs or in two elegant reception rooms – the Library and Drawing Room – which open onto the front terrace. Buck Hall, the wood-panelled Dining Room, and the Summer Pavilion are all licensed for civil ceremonies.
The house has 22 lavish bedrooms – each individually designed with opulent bathrooms with stunning views across the 110-acres of private gardens and parkland. Additional accommodation is available at the Lodge, which can accommodate 16 guests, and four pretty holiday cottages that sleep 13. In addition to this are two recently refurbished luxury holiday cottages, Challens Yarde and Apsley Cottage.
Guests can enjoy the amazing facilities when staying at Cowdray House including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, bowling alley and tennis court. There is also the opportunity to make use of the activities on the wider Estate from a round of golf on the 18-hole championship course, to fly fishing for brown trout on the River Rother, wildlife tours and clay pigeon shooting. Cowdray is the home of British polo and the sport is played throughout the summer months. Lessons and tickets to polo matches can also be arranged.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
No. of People In Team
5
Overview of Cowdray House
Venue Type
Country House
Manor House
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
350
No. of Bedrooms
22
Sleeps No. of People
50
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
12:00 PM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Fireworks Permitted
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Venue
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
Disabled Access
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Bowling Alley, indoor and outdoor pools, helipad, tennis court, and multiple reception rooms
Pet Friendly
Food and Drink
External Catering Permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
Alcohol Licence
In-house Catering
Pricing for Cowdray House
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£13,500
Maximum Price
£27,000
Exclusive hire of Cowdray House and gardens from 10am on the day of your wedding to 10am the following day. Your guests will be able to enjoy all of the facilities at the House including bowling, tennis, swimming etc. The venue hire also includes our 22 double en-suite bedrooms at the House and a continental breakfast for all guests on the morning after the wedding. We can also organise late check out or an additional night should you wish to.