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Your Dream Waterside Wedding at Itchenor Sailing Club
Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by the natural beauty of Chichester Harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Itchenor Sailing Club offers a stunning and unique setting for your wedding day. Founded in 1926 from three charming fishermen’s cottages, this historic venue blends rich sailing heritage with breathtaking waterfront views—just 10 minutes from Chichester. Whether you’re planning a relaxed celebration or a formal affair, this venue promises an unforgettable experience.
Beautiful Ceremony and Reception Spaces
Itchenor Sailing Club is licensed for civil ceremonies and offers versatile spaces to suit your style and guest list. Exchange vows outdoors on the waterfront Bandstand and Lawn, where there’s room for unlimited guests, or opt for the cozy Members’ Room, perfect for up to 70 guests. For your reception, the club comfortably seats up to 90 guests for dining, with space for up to 120 guests to join in the evening celebrations and dancing.
- Outdoor Ceremonies: Celebrate your vows on the scenic Bandstand and Lawn overlooking the harbour.
- Indoor Ceremonies: The Members’ Room offers an intimate and charming atmosphere for smaller gatherings.
- Reception Capacity: Enjoy seated dining for up to 90 guests, with a total reception capacity of 120 for evening festivities.
Delicious Catering and Comfortable Accommodation
The club’s Cordon Bleu-trained chef crafts menus tailored to your tastes—from elegant three-course meals to casual outdoor barbecues. The culinary team works closely with you to create a menu that fits your wedding style perfectly. After the celebrations, you and your guests can relax in the club’s on-site accommodation, featuring 16 bedrooms that sleep up to 36 people. Wake up to a traditional English breakfast and enjoy more time with your loved ones.
Why Choose Itchenor Sailing Club?
- Stunning panoramic views of Chichester Harbour—perfect for memorable wedding photos.
- Flexible spaces and services to make your wedding truly unique.
- Arrive or depart by boat via the deep water jetty for a special touch.
- On-site accommodation for up to 36 guests across 16 comfortable rooms.
- A dedicated, professional team to support you every step of the way.
Experience
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Reviews (10)
- SSamantha & Martin09/10/2023We're still re-living it now!We're still re-living it now!The wedding was just wonderful, we’re still re-living it now! Thank you for all the House Team did during the wedding itself and everything the office team did beforehand -it’s very much appreciated. The wedding was just wonderful, we’re still re-living it now! Thank you for all the House Team did during the wedding itself and everything the office team did beforehand -it’s very much appreciated.
- SSean & Sarah09/10/2023Made the day special!Made the day special!Thank you to Lauren and the team who did a fantastic job making our day so special!Thank you to Lauren and the team who did a fantastic job making our day so special!
- MMark Darlington06/10/2023Staff were really friendly and welcomingStaff were really friendly and welcomingI came here for a friend's wedding. A really nice venue tucked away on the coast. Staff were really friendly and welcoming, and the room was great for what we needed - comfy beds!I came here for a friend's wedding. A really nice venue tucked away on the coast. Staff were really friendly and welcoming, and the room was great for what we needed - comfy beds!
- SSue & Nigel06/10/2023The Club is a fantastic venue for any eventThe Club is a fantastic venue for any eventltchenor Sailing Club is a fantastic venue for any event. The Team were very helpful in the lead up to the wedding and also flexible to our wishes. Our family and friends thoroughly enjoyed their day. We just need another excuse to use the venue again. There's no better venue than ltchenor Sailing Club.ltchenor Sailing Club is a fantastic venue for any event. The Team were very helpful in the lead up to the wedding and also flexible to our wishes. Our family and friends thoroughly enjoyed their day. We just need another excuse to use the venue again. There's no better venue than ltchenor Sailing Club.
- SSara & Stephen06/10/2023We had the MOST amazing dayWe had the MOST amazing dayWe had the MOST amazing day at your beautiful venue. Everything was perfect. the food. the service and the STUNNING view the following morning from our lovely room. Many thanks for everything and for helping make our day. the best day of our lives.We had the MOST amazing day at your beautiful venue. Everything was perfect. the food. the service and the STUNNING view the following morning from our lovely room. Many thanks for everything and for helping make our day. the best day of our lives.
- SSarah Wilcox06/10/2023ltchenor Sailing Club was the perfect venue for usltchenor Sailing Club was the perfect venue for usThe best thing about ltchenor is it feels like a home from home run by a friendly family. Our guests could enjoy the day how the wanted - whether that was dancing in the bar. sitting by the fireplace in comfy armchairs. propping up the old bar as they do on their normal Saturdays. or staying in the dining room with the cheese course and a bit of quiet - and the staff were friendly and relaxed.The best thing about ltchenor is it feels like a home from home run by a friendly family. Our guests could enjoy the day how the wanted - whether that was dancing in the bar. sitting by the fireplace in comfy armchairs. propping up the old bar as they do on their normal Saturdays. or staying in the dining room with the cheese course and a bit of quiet - and the staff were friendly and relaxed.
- PPaul & Nicola Gambriel06/10/2023We really couldn't find fault in anything!We really couldn't find fault in anything!We really wanted to find a venue that was a little different. not too large and preferably by the coast. ISC ticked all those boxes and we fell in love with it as soon as we saw it. The food and wine are outstanding, and the service is top notch. We had 60 guests and we felt the Club suited that number perfectly. All our guests have made such enthusiastic comments about the day and have said it was the best ever wedding. We really wanted to find a venue that was a little different. not too large and preferably by the coast. ISC ticked all those boxes and we fell in love with it as soon as we saw it. The food and wine are outstanding, and the service is top notch. We had 60 guests and we felt the Club suited that number perfectly. All our guests have made such enthusiastic comments about the day and have said it was the best ever wedding.
- RRhianna & Rory06/10/2023Pre-Wedding DinnerPre-Wedding DinnerThank you very much for accommodating so many of our party for Rhianna and Rory's wedding at the beginning of September, and for laying on a wonderful evening for us on Friday 1st September. It was beautifully done, the admin, the food, the setting up, the linen, the staff etc.. it could not have gone better. A really lovely start to what turned out to be a memorable weekend. Very many thanks from all of us.Thank you very much for accommodating so many of our party for Rhianna and Rory's wedding at the beginning of September, and for laying on a wonderful evening for us on Friday 1st September. It was beautifully done, the admin, the food, the setting up, the linen, the staff etc.. it could not have gone better. A really lovely start to what turned out to be a memorable weekend. Very many thanks from all of us.
- KKelly Pickard06/10/2023We fell in love as soon as we saw the placeWe fell in love as soon as we saw the placeThe weather meant we could use the outside space exactly how we wanted. with an arrival by boat. outdoor ceremony in the bandstand followed by a fun and relaxed drinks reception with games outside. The Sailing Club was the perfect size for our 100- guest wedding reception. We danced the night away on the dancefloor. and the fun and games continued outside on the waterfront as the sun set. We cannot praise ltchenor Sailing Club enough!The weather meant we could use the outside space exactly how we wanted. with an arrival by boat. outdoor ceremony in the bandstand followed by a fun and relaxed drinks reception with games outside. The Sailing Club was the perfect size for our 100- guest wedding reception. We danced the night away on the dancefloor. and the fun and games continued outside on the waterfront as the sun set. We cannot praise ltchenor Sailing Club enough!
- JJoanna06/10/2023They understood exactly what we wanted.They understood exactly what we wanted.The place is beautiful. tucked away in the village and offers stunning views of the harbour. The Team were amazing, helping us plan from start to finish. They understood exactly what we wanted and helped guide us through every step. The day went so smoothly and was so incredibly well organised by the Club. Every one of our guests commented on how amazing the food was. The team made sure everyone was looked after.The place is beautiful. tucked away in the village and offers stunning views of the harbour. The Team were amazing, helping us plan from start to finish. They understood exactly what we wanted and helped guide us through every step. The day went so smoothly and was so incredibly well organised by the Club. Every one of our guests commented on how amazing the food was. The team made sure everyone was looked after.
Location & Contact Details for Itchenor Sailing Club
What makes Itchenor Sailing Club a unique wedding venue in Chichester?
Itchenor Sailing Club offers a stunning waterside setting in Chichester Harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Founded in 1926, the venue combines rich sailing heritage with breathtaking waterfront views, providing a memorable backdrop for your special day just 10 minutes from Chichester.
Can I hold both my ceremony and reception at Itchenor Sailing Club?
Yes, Itchenor Sailing Club is licensed for civil ceremonies and offers versatile spaces for both ceremonies and receptions. You can exchange vows outdoors on the waterfront Bandstand and Lawn or indoors in the intimate Members’ Room, followed by a reception accommodating up to 90 seated guests and up to 120 guests for evening celebrations.
What ceremony spaces are available at Itchenor Sailing Club?
The venue offers:
- Outdoor Ceremonies: Bandstand and Lawn overlooking Chichester Harbour with unlimited guest capacity.
- Indoor Ceremonies: The Members’ Room, ideal for up to 70 guests in a cozy setting.
How many guests can Itchenor Sailing Club accommodate for a wedding reception?
The club comfortably seats up to 90 guests for a seated wedding breakfast and can accommodate up to 120 guests during the evening celebrations and dancing, ensuring ample space for all your loved ones.
Does Itchenor Sailing Club provide catering services for weddings?
Yes, the club's Cordon Bleu-trained chef offers tailored menus to suit your wedding style, from elegant three-course meals to casual outdoor barbecues. The culinary team works closely with you to design the perfect menu for your celebration.
Is accommodation available on-site for wedding guests?
Itchenor Sailing Club features 16 comfortable bedrooms that can sleep up to 36 guests. After your wedding celebrations, guests can relax on-site and enjoy a traditional English breakfast the next morning, making it convenient for everyone to stay close to the venue.
Can guests arrive or depart by boat at Itchenor Sailing Club?
Yes, the club has a deep water jetty allowing you and your guests to arrive or depart by boat, adding a special and unique touch to your wedding day experience.
What support does Itchenor Sailing Club offer during wedding planning?
The venue provides a dedicated and professional team committed to supporting you every step of the way, from planning to the day of your wedding, helping ensure a smooth and memorable celebration.
Are outside vendors allowed at Itchenor Sailing Club for weddings?
While the club offers bespoke catering and accommodation services, couples are encouraged to discuss any preferred outside vendors with the staff to ensure seamless coordination and adherence to venue policies.
What makes Itchenor Sailing Club ideal for wedding photography?
With stunning panoramic views of Chichester Harbour, picturesque waterfront settings, and charming historic architecture, Itchenor Sailing Club offers a breathtaking backdrop, perfect for capturing beautiful and memorable wedding photos.
