The Walled Garden at Cowdray

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£2,500 - £7,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 100
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

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Description

The Walled Garden is a hidden haven of tranquillity providing an enchanting setting to create the perfect wedding. With an indoor and outdoor licensed ceremony area, The Walled Garden provides an ideal space for weddings. Located a stone’s throw from Midhurst, West Sussex, this historic Grade II listed building overlooks the magnificent Cowdray Ruins and is situated at the heart of the Cowdray Estate and provides a captivating backdrop for a memorable and magical day, be it a larger celebration or a more intimate gathering. The Dressing Room Get ready surrounded by family and friends in the light, airy and spacious dressing room. With views overlooking the beautiful gardens, there is plenty of space for all the wedding party. The Courtyard Room With its exposed stone walls and plenty of character and charm, The Courtyard Room is a wonderful place to say: ‘I do’. It is licensed for civil ceremonies and can seat up to 100 people. This light and atmospheric room offers a sense of privacy and intimacy for your ceremony in the daytime, transforming by night to provide the perfect setting for your evening reception with plenty of space for a bar, live music and dancing for up to 130 guests. The Castle Room The Castle Room is a characterful space which provides a blank canvas for couples to add their own sense of style and identity. With views onto the magnificent Cowdray Ruins, the room is the perfect place for the wedding breakfast sitting up to 100 guests. The Garden From the moment you step into the private and secluded Walled Garden, your wedding guests are immersed in a truly magical venue. With the Pagoda licenced for wedding ceremonies, you can choose to get married outside in the picturesque gardens. The garden’s natural beauty also provides a captivating backdrop for photographs and outside dining as well as an idyllic setting for your drink’s reception.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Hannah Fullagar
Welcome to The Walled Garden, we’d be so delighted to host your special day! We’re incredibly proud of what we do here at Cowdray and love working with our couples to make sure their whole wedding experience is the best it can be. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions; we’d love to hear all about your wedding plans and show you around our beautiful venue!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2019
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3

Overview of The Walled Garden at Cowdray

Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
130
Wedding Venue Accommodation
Bridal Suite
Changing Only

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
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Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
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Wedding Catering

In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted

Pricing for The Walled Garden at Cowdray

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£2,500
Maximum Price
£7,000
Venue from £2,500 Exclusive hire for the day. Beautiful dressing room suite on-site. On the day coordinator. Accommodation options are available for family and friends (additional cost). Additional costs apply for catering, drinks, decorations, and entertainment. Please note that access on the day before to set up is subject to availability.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Day before set up available

Reviews for The Walled Garden at Cowdray
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Lisa & Ryan
Happy couple married in April
November 2024
The most perfect day

We are so happy that we chose The Walled Garden at Cowdray for our wedding in April. It is such a special place with a unique character, great indoor spaces and the most gorgeous gardens. The team at Cowdray are amazing and they could not do enough to make the day perfect. We would thoroughly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a stunning outdoor setting for their wedding day.

Rebecca & Alex
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
The most perfect day we could have ever wished for

We got married at the Walled Garden at Cowdray in August on a beautiful summer's day. From the moment we stepped into the garden, we just knew we had to have our wedding celebrations there, it was so pretty and the perfect historic romantic countryside setting we were looking for. The team were so friendly and helpful throughout the whole process, nothing was too much trouble. Our day was beyond our wildest expectations and went without a hitch, we can't thank the team enough and would recommend The Walled Garden at Cowdray without hesitation. We also chose their inhouse caterer, The Yellow Kitchen and their food was absolutely delicious, they made adaptations for different dietaries but nothing felt inferior to the standard dishes and we received so many compliments from our guests. Thank you!

Joanna Darracott-Miles
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
Seamless Wedding Day

Such a gorgeous setting for our wedding ceremony and drinks reception, even in the rain! Hannah was great and very responsive from the moment we first enquired. We were put at ease by Sam before and on the big day, nothing was too much trouble. The day appeared seamless, with staff going above and beyond to make sure nothing caused any worries for us. Would definitely recommend The Walled Garden!

Meghan & James
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
The venue was incredible!

We just wanted to email and say thank you so much for everything you did on Saturday and in the lead up! The venue was incredible and you guys as a team were fantastic. You went above and beyond and we’re so grateful. We had the best day!

David & Fran
Happy couple married in May
September 2024
Well, what a day!

Well, what a day! We just wanted to thank you both and your teams at Cowdray and The Yellow Kitchen for providing us with such a wonderful setting and excellent tea to celebrate our church wedding on Saturday. We even had the sort of weather depicted on your website and in the photograph album you had shown us. Everyone had a wonderful time.

Lara & Adam
Happy couple married in June
September 2024
The Walled Garden was the perfect venue!

We had the most incredible wedding day, thank you. The Walled Garden was the perfect venue and we are so happy we chose to get married there. Hannah, Rachael and the team have been wonderful, so professional and friendly, which made our experience very easy and enjoyable. It makes all the difference so we can't thank you enough. We also had never seen the garden in June with all the roses out and it took our breath away when we saw how beautiful it was!

Dave & Louise
Happy couple married in April
August 2024
It was such a great day.

We had our wedding here in April '23 and it was such a great day. Hannah and Rachael was excellent throughout the whole process, especially Rachael who was our main point of contact from when we booked and on the day itself - the team & herself was great from all aspects. They stayed calm whilst under pressure and communicated with us throughout the day effectively.

Adam and Sarah
Happy couple married in September
May 2022
Our sincere thanks

With the confetti now settled, we wanted to give our sincere thanks to the Cowdray team for making our day so brilliant! From the day Charlotte and Guy first got in touch, we felt we could focus on the things our wedding should have been about – for which we will always be grateful. Thanks to you for all your help from that point. Our day was perfect, and we have you all to thank for that! Thanks again and best wishes, Sarah and Adam x

Louise and Mike
Happy couple married in April
May 2022
A perfect day

We just wanted to send you all an email to thank you for everything you did to make our wedding so special. We had a perfect day and the Walled Gardens were stunning in the sunshine. It was clear that every effort had been made for it to feel like a 'normal' wedding and that was really important to us because with Covid, it could have felt a lot more sterile. It's been a long journey to getting wed so thank you for baring with us and always being on hand to answer our never-ending questions!

Chelsea and Robert
Happy couple married in May
May 2022
Seamless and stress-free

Our wedding went beautifully, and everyone really made sure to make it seamless and stress-free including you! Everything really was perfect with the event, and the days leading up to the event. You all went out of your way to make sure everyone and everything was attended to, and our family and friends reported back with amazing feedback about the Walled Garden.

Location & Contact Details for The Walled Garden at Cowdray

Wedding Venue Address
The Walled Garden, Riverground Stables, Easebourne, West Sussex, GU29 9AL, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Walled Garden at Cowdray?

I can’t possibly pick just one! Some of the most memorable are definitely the post-lockdown weddings. Seeing our lovely couples finally get to experience their perfect day with all their loved ones together, after multiple postponements, was just pure joy!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Don’t get too tied up in trends! There are so many fantastic sources of inspiration when planning a wedding, but make sure you’re staying true to what YOU want your day to be like. If you’re happy, your guests will be too, so don’t feel guilty for making some self-indulgent decisions.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

We’ve seen some really personal ideas when it comes to the table plan. From books and plant pots, to childhood photos and meaningful locations – it’s often one of the ways we get to learn a bit more about our couples.

Describe The Walled Garden at Cowdray in 5 adjectives

Characterful, Historic, Romantic, Picturesque, Unique

Where’s the best photo spot at The Walled Garden at Cowdray?

There’s no denying Cowdray Ruins provides a pretty spectacular backdrop for photos, but personally some of my favourite shots have been ones taken in our orchard.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Walled Garden at Cowdray?

We’ve had a couple of familiar faced guests, but none who have outshone our lovely brides and grooms!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Our in house caterers, The Yellow Kitchen, do a delicious mushroom arancini.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

For me, pizza wins every time!

What is The Walled Garden at Cowdray most unique feature?

The garden itself is what really makes The Walled Garden unique and special. From frost tipped foliage in the winter, to spring blossom and June roses, each season brings something new; but whatever time of year you choose to get married, you’re guaranteed a tranquil and private space filled with beauty and charm!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our team. We all take so much pride in what we do, and genuinely want every wedding to be beyond perfect. It’s great to work amongst people who share your passions and really pull together to make sure every couple has the best day.