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Welcome to Eastwood Observatory: Your Dream Wedding Venue in East Sussex
Tucked away in the stunning natural beauty of Herstmonceux, East Sussex, Eastwood Observatory offers a truly special and exclusive setting for your wedding day. This charming country house blends timeless elegance with modern style, creating the perfect backdrop for an intimate and personalized celebration.
Spaces and Capacity
Eastwood Observatory hosts a limited number of exclusive weddings each year, ensuring your day feels unique and private. The venue comfortably welcomes up to 120 guests, with versatile spaces designed to bring your wedding vision to life.
- The Orangery: Bright and elegant, the Orangery is perfect for both your ceremony and reception. It seats up to 120 guests and features a neutral color scheme with a striking black-and-white tiled floor—an ideal blank canvas to style your celebration exactly how you imagine.
- Outdoor Ceremonies: If you’re dreaming of saying “I do” under the open sky, exchange vows beneath the beautiful Gothic-style pergola, framed by a charming tree-lined avenue. Alternatively, the picturesque grounds around the main house offer several stunning outdoor ceremony spots.
- The Old Stables: This cozy and informal space houses the bar facilities, making it a great spot for relaxed drinks and mingling after your ceremony.
Accommodation
Keep your closest family and friends close by with luxurious on-site accommodation. The impressive 12-bedroom manor house can host up to 24 guests, providing a comfortable and convenient place to stay so everyone can fully enjoy the wedding weekend.
Catering and Services
The expert events team at Eastwood Observatory is here to make your wedding planning smooth and stress-free. You’ll have a dedicated wedding coordinator guiding you every step of the way. Catering options are flexible—you can choose from their recommended top-tier chefs or bring in your own caterers to create the perfect menu for your day.
Venue Features
As an exclusive-use venue, Eastwood Observatory offers a range of facilities designed to enhance your wedding experience:
- Exclusive Use: Enjoy complete privacy with exclusive access to the entire country estate for your celebration.
- Beautiful Grounds: Set within 10 acres of enchanting rural gardens, the venue offers endless opportunities for romantic wedding photos.
- Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax and have fun with access to an open-air heated swimming pool and a full-size tennis court.
- Additional Amenities: The venue is pet-friendly and provides ample parking for your guests’ convenience.
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- SSophie Brooke03/12/2024Eastwood Observatory is a beautiful placeEastwood Observatory is a beautiful placeEastwood Observatory is a beautiful place and so well looked after. We had our wedding weekend here and couldn't be happier. Rosie was the BEST, she looked after us so well. I would recommend the house, the ground and everything about it to anyone. Thank you so much for letting us use your beautiful house.Eastwood Observatory is a beautiful place and so well looked after. We had our wedding weekend here and couldn't be happier. Rosie was the BEST, she looked after us so well. I would recommend the house, the ground and everything about it to anyone. Thank you so much for letting us use your beautiful house.
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What is the maximum guest capacity at Eastwood Observatory for weddings?
Eastwood Observatory can comfortably accommodate up to 120 guests, making it an ideal venue for medium-sized weddings.
Can I have both indoor and outdoor ceremony options at Eastwood Observatory?
Yes, Eastwood Observatory offers versatile spaces for ceremonies including the elegant Orangery for indoor weddings and several picturesque outdoor spots such as the Gothic-style pergola and charming tree-lined avenues.
Is Eastwood Observatory an exclusive-use wedding venue?
Absolutely. When you book Eastwood Observatory for your wedding, you have exclusive access to the entire country estate, ensuring complete privacy and intimacy for your special day.
Are there accommodation options available on-site at Eastwood Observatory?
Yes, the venue features a luxurious 12-bedroom manor house that can accommodate up to 24 guests, perfect for keeping close family and friends nearby during your wedding weekend.
Does Eastwood Observatory provide catering services for weddings?
The venue offers flexible catering options. You can choose from their recommended top-tier chefs or bring your own caterers to tailor the menu perfectly to your tastes.
What leisure facilities are available for guests at Eastwood Observatory?
Guests can enjoy the open-air heated swimming pool and a full-size tennis court, providing entertainment and relaxation during your wedding celebration.
Is Eastwood Observatory a pet-friendly wedding venue?
Yes, Eastwood Observatory warmly welcomes your furry friends, allowing you to include pets in your special day.
What are the distinctive features of the Orangery at Eastwood Observatory?
The Orangery is a bright and elegant space with a neutral color scheme and a striking black-and-white tiled floor, seating up to 120 guests. It's perfect for both your ceremony and reception, offering a blank canvas to style your celebration.
Are there any facilities for post-ceremony mingling and drinks at Eastwood Observatory?
Yes, The Old Stables house the bar facilities and provide a cozy, informal atmosphere ideal for relaxed drinks and socializing after your ceremony.
Is there ample parking available for guests at Eastwood Observatory?
Eastwood Observatory offers ample parking on-site for your guests’ convenience, ensuring easy access to the venue throughout the event.
