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Welcome to Shermanbury Place: Your Exclusive Wedding Venue in West Sussex
Nestled in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, Shermanbury Place offers an exclusive-use marquee wedding venue designed just for you. Surrounded by peaceful woodland, open farmland, and beautiful water meadows, this private estate provides a stunning natural backdrop with breathtaking views of the South Downs. Opening for bookings from summer 2025, Shermanbury Place is a fresh, versatile space—a blank canvas where you can bring your unique wedding vision to life.
The Setting: A Serene and Historic Location
Shermanbury Place is all about privacy and tranquility. The estate includes access to the charming 12th-century St Giles Church, located right next door—perfect for a meaningful ceremony. Your main celebration will take place in the Party Paddock, a dedicated 1.5-acre area that offers complete creative freedom. Imagine your marquee surrounded by expansive hay meadows and a gentle stream, creating countless beautiful photo opportunities and a magical connection to nature.
Capacities and Spaces: Designed to Fit Your Celebration
The Party Paddock is ideal for your marquee or tent reception, comfortably accommodating your guests with key features including:
- Guest Capacity: Up to 100 guests, perfect for an intimate yet lively celebration.
- Parking: Ample parking space for up to 50 cars, making it easy for everyone to attend.
- Camping: A dedicated meadow is available for overnight camping, offering a unique and memorable experience for your guests.
Flexibility and Services: Tailored to Your Needs
Shermanbury Place operates on a dry hire basis, giving you full freedom to select your preferred suppliers—from caterers and florists to entertainment. If you’d like some expert recommendations, the venue provides a trusted list of local suppliers to help you get started. Plus, their in-house event and wedding management team is on hand to support your planning and ensure your day runs smoothly.
The venue is also pet-friendly, so your four-legged family members can join in the celebration. Starting in 2026, you’ll also have access to the elegant main house and gardens for stunning wedding photos, adding even more charm to your special day.
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Reviews (7)
- AAlfred B25/11/2025Very very pretty! Great place for events :)Very very pretty! Great place for events :)Very very pretty! Great place for events :)Very very pretty! Great place for events :)
- IIryna25/11/2025A charming manor with space to celebrate A charming manor with space to celebrateA few years ago we celebrated our children’s graduation at this beautiful old manor, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect location. The grounds are incredibly spacious, surrounded by stunning nature, making it ideal for a day outdoors. There was plenty of room for the children to run around and play — we even had slides and bouncy castles brought in, which fit perfectly on the large lawn. The setting was fantastic for adults as well. We were organised a barbecue, enjoy music, and relax in a A few years ago we celebrated our children’s graduation at this beautiful old manor, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect location. The grounds are incredibly spacious, surrounded by stunning nature, making it ideal for a day outdoors. There was plenty of room for the children to run around and play — we even had slides and bouncy castles brought in, which fit perfectly on the large lawn. The setting was fantastic for adults as well. We were organised a barbecue, enjoy music, and relax in a
- EEmily25/11/2025It really was such a perfect evening, hard to top!It really was such a perfect evening, hard to top!We love Shermanbury and will treasure our memories of our party forever! It's such a beautiful setting and a blank canvas that you really can make your event what you want. Antonia and her team couldn't have been more helpful with helping to make arrangements for the party, even suggesting fun activities to keep the kids and teens occupied. It was so easy getting everything set up - all went so smoothly and amazing weather The camping was an added bonus as it meant we could all stay together. We love Shermanbury and will treasure our memories of our party forever! It's such a beautiful setting and a blank canvas that you really can make your event what you want. Antonia and her team couldn't have been more helpful with helping to make arrangements for the party, even suggesting fun activities to keep the kids and teens occupied. It was so easy getting everything set up - all went so smoothly and amazing weather The camping was an added bonus as it meant we could all stay together.
- CClare and Kit12/11/2025Best Venue Ever!Best Venue Ever!Went to an incredible party here. The venue was outside and so beautiful with vast expansive views. They’d thought of everything with a marquee with a dj and dancing with sofas at one end. There was another lovely chill out tent with more sofas, cushions and rugs. Also a cocktail bar. Long trestle tables where we ate. The music was fantastic and there was such a happy atmosphere. They’d gone to so much effort and had put so much thought into all the little details. I wish I’d taken photos but was too busy having fun! Went to an incredible party here. The venue was outside and so beautiful with vast expansive views. They’d thought of everything with a marquee with a dj and dancing with sofas at one end. There was another lovely chill out tent with more sofas, cushions and rugs. Also a cocktail bar. Long trestle tables where we ate. The music was fantastic and there was such a happy atmosphere. They’d gone to so much effort and had put so much thought into all the little details. I wish I’d taken photos but was too busy having fun!
- KKamilla07/11/2025Best birthday party I've been tooBest birthday party I've been tooHad a blast! Everything was just so beautiful. The whole set up & the decorations was really cool and beautifully thought out , the dancing area was in a big canopy where people could either dance or sit and chat on sofas and arm chairs. The lighting on trees were magnificent to look at night. And we were lucky to have a clear dark sky where you can see a full moon and a sky full of stars. Not to mention the cows who were curious and probably looked at us like a bunch of idiots. It was definitely one of my best experiences and if I ever had a celebration or an event, this would be my go to place.Had a blast! Everything was just so beautiful. The whole set up & the decorations was really cool and beautifully thought out , the dancing area was in a big canopy where people could either dance or sit and chat on sofas and arm chairs. The lighting on trees were magnificent to look at night. And we were lucky to have a clear dark sky where you can see a full moon and a sky full of stars. Not to mention the cows who were curious and probably looked at us like a bunch of idiots. It was definitely one of my best experiences and if I ever had a celebration or an event, this would be my go to place.
- AAdam S, film director14/11/2024wonderful filming location with lots of characterwonderful filming location with lots of characterA wonderful filming location with lots of character. The owner was very accommodating, I would highly recommend!A wonderful filming location with lots of character. The owner was very accommodating, I would highly recommend!
- WWarren Dudley, director/writer of "Fright!"14/11/2024Helpful and there when we needed her.Helpful and there when we needed her.“Honestly she was great. Helpful and there when we needed her. I would offer some negative feedback but there really isn't any! She even offered us a boat if the lane flooded!!” “Honestly she was great. Helpful and there when we needed her. I would offer some negative feedback but there really isn't any! She even offered us a boat if the lane flooded!!”
Location & Contact Details for Shermanbury Place
Where is Shermanbury Place located?
Shermanbury Place is located in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, at RH13 8HF, Horsham, West Sussex, England, GB. It offers a serene and picturesque setting perfect for weddings.
What makes Shermanbury Place an exclusive wedding venue?
Shermanbury Place is an exclusive-use marquee wedding venue, meaning you and your guests will have the entire estate to yourselves. The venue offers privacy, tranquility, and a beautiful natural backdrop including peaceful woodland, open farmland, and water meadows.
Can ceremonies be held at Shermanbury Place?
Yes. Shermanbury Place includes access to the charming 12th-century St Giles Church located right next door, which is ideal for meaningful wedding ceremonies.
What is the guest capacity at Shermanbury Place?
The Party Paddock at Shermanbury Place comfortably accommodates up to 100 guests, making it perfect for intimate yet lively wedding celebrations.
What facilities are available for parking and accommodation?
Shermanbury Place offers ample parking space for up to 50 cars. Additionally, there is a dedicated meadow available for overnight camping, providing a unique and memorable experience for guests.
Is Shermanbury Place a dry hire venue?
Yes, Shermanbury Place operates on a dry hire basis, allowing you full freedom to choose your preferred suppliers including caterers, florists, and entertainment. The venue also provides a trusted list of local suppliers for your convenience.
Does Shermanbury Place provide event management support?
Yes, the venue has an in-house event and wedding management team ready to support your planning and ensure your special day runs smoothly.
Is Shermanbury Place pet-friendly?
Absolutely. Shermanbury Place welcomes your four-legged family members, allowing them to join in your wedding celebration.
When will Shermanbury Place be available for bookings and what new features will be added?
Shermanbury Place will open for bookings from summer 2025. Starting in 2026, couples will have access to the elegant main house and gardens for stunning wedding photography and added charm.
What makes the Party Paddock special for hosting wedding receptions?
The Party Paddock is a dedicated 1.5-acre area offering complete creative freedom to set up your marquee or tent. Surrounded by expansive hay meadows and a gentle stream, it provides countless beautiful photo opportunities and a magical connection to nature.
