As a blank canvas outdoor venue, we will guide you every step of the way. We can help with choosing your dream location for your ceremony and wedding breakfast on the glorious lawns, obtain quotes for your dream sail cloth, tipi, marquee or stretch tent from one of our tent partners and obtain quotes from our catering partners. We will be there to hold your hands with our on-the-day management, from 9am until midnight, included in our venue hire.
The historical manor Woodmancote Place once belonged to Countess Goda in 1066 and Edward Seymour; Henry VIII’s Lord Protector of the Realm. With unrivalled flexibility to use the grounds of the manor as you wish, Woodmancote Place offers 150 acres of possibilities.
Three stunning lawns offer a variety of vistas and can all be used for your ceremony, drinks reception or marquee, the choice is yours.
The Manor House lawn features the Manor as the backdrop.
The deer park lawn has the widest expanse of space and features views across the picturesque deer park and lakes.
The croquet lawn is slightly elevated and features views of the Manor House, lakes and deer park, nestled within an avenue of trees.
A licensed venue for outdoor weddings, with three licensed lawns available for your civil ceremony or celebrant ceremony or a Church ceremony in the beautiful St Peter’s Church Woodmancote, located adjacent to the grounds. Set in a sprawling 150 acres, Woodmancote Place is the perfect location for intimate or large wedding parties, for up to 200 guests. With unrivalled flexibility to use the grounds of the manor as you wish. For the wild and whimsical or elegant and classic.
We also offer full or partial wedding planning service if you would like assistance with planning, budget, styling, sourcing all suppliers and much more, we would be thrilled to collaborate with you to create your dream day.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Hannah
Congratulations on your engagement! Here at Woodmancote Place, it is all about our couples, our on the day management is an example of how we go above and beyond to make our couple's day truly perfect. As an exclusive venue, we hold a maximum of fifteen weddings a year. With unrivalled flexibility to create a day as unique as you are.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2023
No. of Weddings Hosted
Less than 10
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
6
Overview of Woodmancote Place
Venue Type
Country House
Manor House
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200
Usual Access Time
11:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Wedding Licence
Confetti Permitted
Venue
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Outdoor Reception Space
Water View
On-Site Parking
Pet Friendly
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Open Flame Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Option for Glamping Accommodation
Food and Drink
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External Catering Permitted
Alcohol Licence
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Choose from one of our recommended suppliers who can offer an abundance of deliciousness
Pricing for Woodmancote Place
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£5,000
Maximum Price
£5,000
Full, exclusive use of the grounds for 20-200 people is £5,000 including VAT.
Including use of all four lawns as desired. Access to the drawing room of the Manor for couples photographs. Access to the cloakroom of the Manor for the couple, until 10pm. Access to the deer park for photographs. Free parking for all guests. Access either side of the big day for set up and take down.
Our in-house wedding coordinator to assist with logistics during planning and on the day itself to ensure everything runs smoothly.
We are committed to your wedding and helping you create the best day ever.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Choice of preferred caterers
Packages
(total price)
Prices Start At
£25,000
Maximum Price
£60,000
Number of Guests Included
60
Weddings at Woodmancote Place range in price from £25,000 upwards, depending on your number of guests, catering options, tent options and all other supplier choices.
We have created some packages with our partners to help you visualise what your dream day at Woodmancote Place could look like.
Included suppliers in our quotes: Venue Hire, Caterer, Tent, Generator, Toilet Hire. Florist, Photographer, Videographer, Stationary, Furniture, Linens and all the little details can be added as required.
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Woodmancote Place is located on Brighton Road, 10 miles outside of Brighton, near Henfield, in Woodmancote, West Sussex. For SAT NAV use BN5 9SR. If you approach the entrance from the west, it is on the left-hand side of the road, past St Peter’s. If you are approaching it from the east, it is on the right-hand side of the road, past the former Parish Hall. On arrival, please use the main gated entrance, sign posted Woodmancote Place. If you call on the gates, we will open them for you. Please follow the tree lined avenue down to the second set of gates, which will open automatically, follow the gravel driveway round to the right and you will be directed to the back of the Manor House and lake views.
Between two of our lakes with the backdrop of the lake and Manor House
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Woodmancote Place?
Not yet!
What’s your favourite canapé?
This is a tricky one as canapés are my favourite part of the meal. Probably smoked salmon blini with lumpfish caviar!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
A cold slice of pizza!
What is Woodmancote Place most unique feature?
Our stunning Manor House lawn with the front of the house as the backdrop, the perfect location for your ceremony, drinks reception or wedding breakfast.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our wedding planning service, we just love helping our couples bring their dream day to life.