The 18th November 2006 saw history being written.  

Holmbush House hosted it's first "Pink Wedding"  when Anne and Vicky made their commitments to each other. 

After the ceremony and reception there were further celebrations at a nearby Manor House with entertainment provided by an Irish band with a 'River Dance' style show and a Disco.

Holmbush House is an ideal setting for your Wedding Ceremony and Reception also for Naming's, Renewal of Marriage vows and Commitment Ceremonies - The most perfect wedding venue in East Sussex.

Wedding Ceremonies take place in the Drawing Room, with original features such as the 150 year old inglenook fireplace and oak beams, overlooking the gardens. There are two sets of French Doors; one leading to the gardens and the other to the terrace overlooking the South Downs.

Wedding Receptions can take place in the Drawing Room or in the summer months, in a Marquee or Party Tent on the lawns. In the winter months we can offer a special Winter Wedding Venue.
 
Whatever your choice of wedding venue, we offer an intimate and exclusive environment with personal attention at all times to ensure that Holmbush House is the most ideal setting for your Wedding in East Sussex. We will be delighted to show you around the house and grounds and discuss how we can help you make your wedding truly memorable.

We will be happy to recommend suppliers of other services such as Wedding Photographers, Wedding DJ's and Discos, Wedding florists etc.

IMPORTANT NOTICE - We do not charge corkage on any drink you wish to provide for your wedding

We have three delightful bedrooms, all are en-suite and have Tea/Coffee making facilities, Colour TV, alarm clock-radios and reading materials.

The Tudor room is in the oldest part of the house, built in Tudor times. There is a double bed and an en-suite shower.  The room affords view across the rear lawn and open fields to the Cuckmere Valley and the South Downs.

The Georgian room is situated in the front of the house with views of the main and side lawns.  The room has a double bed and is decorated with hints of the Orient.  The original 1930s Bathroom with black glass tiles has been kept and maintained as a unique feature.

The Twin room, as the name implies, has twin beds and is perhaps the 'prettiest' room overlooking the front lawn with it's Pampas Grasses and the run of Sweet Chestnut trees.

Whether you need to entertain, present, train or discuss things with your Clients, Prospects or colleagues, why not do so within the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere of Holmbush House, which is available at very competitive rates for:

Board Meetings,
Brainstorming,
Management Meetings,
Presentations,
Product Launches,
Seminars,
Strategy Meetings,
Training Sessions,
Workshops.

We can arrange for board-room or theatre style layout.

Scenes from a few of our Weddings.

The House & Grounds

The Lawns & Gardens

The services that are available within Holmbush House and it's delightful grounds include;

Bed & Breakfast,
Civil Ceremonies (performed by local Registrars),
Corporate Events,
Film Location,
Function Rooms,
Meeting Rooms,
Naming Ceremonies (performed by local Registrars),
Overnight Accommodation,
Photo Location,
Ramblers,
RSPB members.
Social Events,
Walkers,
Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions.

30/5/06 - J H Blood, Leics.  Comfort and friendliness from start to finish, a happy time, thanks.

15/04/06 - M Lord, Middlesex.  Another one of Sussex' well kept secrets.

10/04/06 - S Evans, West Sussex.  A lovely stay in a beautiful house in the most wonderful scenery.

12/03/06 - C Tremble, East Sussex.  A lovely house, just the place to stay.

27/08/05 - P & F Millard, East Sussex.  Thank you so much for a fantastic day and for all your help and support.  Holmbush House is beautiful.

8/05/05 - J-F Leclerq, France.  Very warm and friendly welcome.  A short but wonderful stay.

13/02/05 - G Gorman, East Sussex.Thank you so much for looking after us, lovely room, brill breakfast.  We will tell everybody about your B&B.

8/10/05 - D Headley, Chartham.  A warm welcome.  Great stairs and a lovely place to visit.

18/07/04 - A & R Sutcliffe, Surrey.  A delightful venue.  Thank you so much for your attentiveness to my special needs.  Our stay could not have been bettered.

28/06/04 - Y & N Meersman, Belgium.  Beautiful house, cosy room, delicious breakfast.  Thank you for your hospitality.  We'll definately come back nest time we are around here.

12/06/04 - S Moffat & P Hardy, Moscow.  A Delightful place and how lucky wewere to find you, we'll be back.

21/05/04 - B & C Oers, Holland.  What a place and what a view!! A very good start to our holiday.  Thank you so much, it was lovely.

6/03/04 - D & O Harrison, CA USA.  Please can we move in with you? XXX.

2/03/04 - R & T Strong, Fla USA.  Fabulous cottage pie, perfect hospitality, best evening in England.

23/02/04 - Jones & Layton, Cambridge.  A wonderful stay, I'm loathe to leave the bathroom.

19/10/03 - A & J Vice,Kent.  A delightful place to recharge the batteries.

5/10/03 - J & D Watson, London.  Fantastic stay, we can't thank you enough.

1/10/03 - R Elsam, Paraguay.  Lovely home, great hospitality.

25/8/03 - T Szakaly, Rochdale.  Thank you so much for a great stay, cracking service and a beautiful location.

2/08/03 - M Swing. Fla USA.  Looking forward to visiting with again. We really appreciate your hospitality and friendship.

9/07/03 - Janez Stern, Slovenia.  Thank you very much for hospitality, I spent great day at you house on very beautiful property.

19/8/06

On the 19th August 2006, Holmbush House was the venue for Naomi and Alistar to be married at one of the lovliest Licensed Wedding Venues in East Sussex. 

The catering was supplied by SuperEvent from Heathfield in their typical high standard and the evening disco evening was by J & J discos.

"Such a beautiful House for a wedding", - Naomi & Alistair

13/8/06 - A Carter, Eastbourne

"Never in the field of human endeavour have so many enjoyed so much!"

6th August 2006 - Neil & Vickki, Hailsham 

Dear Annie & Dennis,

Neil and I have just returned from a wonderful honeymoon in Vienna and would like to take this opportunity to thank both of you.

Never in a million years would I have been ablw to dream up such a perfect wedding.  Annie, you have been a pleasure to meet, your kindness and support made all the difference in making our day flawless.  We cannot thank Dennis enough for the disc of photos that he took throughout the day, they were a splendid reminder of how lovely the day went.

The house and grounds were magnificent and with the added bonus of such a wonderful day just made it magical, I couldn't have wished for any more.  Words cannot express our thanks to you both, you have helped us to make our day so absolutely perfect.

Best wishes, Neil & Vickki

8th July 2006 - another perfect wedding at Holmbush House, East Sussex

Dear Annie and Dennis
 
We have just returned from a wonderful honeymoon in the South of France and would like to take this opportunity to thank you for helping us achieve our perfect wedding. The venue was spectacular and your help, thoughtfulness and care made all the difference to making our day extra special. We would not have changed a single aspect of the day and will of course always recommend you to our friends and family.
 
Our guests were all blown away by the beautiful house and grounds and we would like to thank you for that personal touch that you bring as a couple.
 
Thanks again!     Best Wishes     Kyra and Chris

10/6/06 - Jo & Matt

To our lovely Annie & Dennis, wow! - what can we both say - except a very very big thank you to you both on letting us share your beautiful home on our special day.  We and all our guests had a fantastic day, perfect in fact, thanks to you both.  You nade us feel very welcone and the day was very special.  Holmbush House was made for you two.  Thank you also Dennis fot the photos, they were fab!  Holmbush House will stay in our hearts forever!   love Matt & Jo.

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Thank you so much for helping to make Matt & Jo's wedding day such a wonderful occasion at your beautiful house. I will never forget it.  Thank you again.

3/6/06 - James & Sarah, Hailsham

We both want to say a big thank you for everything you did to make our wedding day so special.  We both had an amazing day and all our guests have commented on how beautiful your house and gardens looked.  It was great to be able to stay over on our wedding night - the champagne was most welcome once all our guests had left.  Thank you also for the delicious breakfast and our first photos.  Thank you both so much, lots of love

9/10/05 - H & M Austin, Warwick.  Very many thanks for hosting our daughter's wedding, she had a most enjoyable occasion in a marvellous setting, everything was splendid.

13/08/05 - Mr & Mrs Thomas, Eastbourne.  Thank you for helping us have the BEST day of our lives.  You have been great hosts and your house is lovely. We enjoyed every minute of our special day - just wish we could do it all again.

26/03/05 - C Nash-Wortham, East Sussex.  A wonderful wedding day!  Sunshine and happiness.  Very many thanks.

4/10/04 - R Curl, Kent.  Your warmth, kindness and stunning home helped to make our wedding the unforgettable and joyous day that we have both enjoyed do much.  Everyone said what a wonderful place for our special day.  Thank you so much for giving my wife and I the most amazing day.

15/08/04 - Mr & Mrs Redman, East Sussex.  Thank you so much for your kindness and hospitality.  You are lovely people.  You have a fantastic house and you have made our wedding the most fantastic day of our lives.

7/05/04 - B Martin, Kiev, Ukraine.  Thank you for your hospitality and kindness! I enjoyed very much to stay here and I hope to come back.

A Unique Licensed Venue for your Special Event

As possibly one of the most exciting experiences of your life, your wedding day needs to be perfect.  The outfit, the flowers and the cars are all essential elements in creating the final masterpiece.  One important factor that can make the day a resounding success or a disaster, however, is the venue for your wedding celebrations.

If you're looking for one of the loveliest venues that offers elegant surroundings, exceptional facilities and peerless service, then look no further than Holmbush House in East Sussex.  A Grade II Listed Georgian Country House originating in Tudor times, it offers all the splendour of a big hotel, but with all the advantages of remaining a private family home.  It not only provides the perfect setting for your reception, but is also licensed for civil wedding ceremonies, so you can arrange your entire day without the inconvenience of changing venues.

Holmbush House is truly a venue for all seasons.  In spring or summer, guests can take advantage of the idyllic gardens, and with nearly three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, where there are plenty of opportunities for scenic photos.  In the autumn and winter months, there are roaring fires to keep you warm, and the opportunity to enjoy an intimate candlelit dinner in the company of friends and family.

Depending on the size of your celebration, there are two options available to you.  The Drawing Room, with its 150-year-old inglenook fireplace and oak beams can host up to 60 guests, or a marquee can be erected on one of the lawns to cater for larger parties.  Whatever your choice the team will ensure that your day is absolutely perfect and will also help select a beautician, cars, caterer, entertainment, florist, hair stylist, etc., and with three lovely en-suite bedrooms, you can even spend the night in this wonderfully historic building.

At Holmbush House, we can offer you an intimate Winter Wedding, be it a Civil Ceremony or a Reception after a Church Wedding.

It may be cold, wet or white outside, but inside the warm and welcoming character of Holmbush House glows.

Imagine a Winter Wedding with an open log fire and soft intimate lighting to help create a romantic atmosphere.

If you wish for a Christmas Wedding you can also have festive decorations to add to your joyous occasion.

Special discounted prices are available from 9th October to 30th November 2006 and in early 2007.  Please call us to arrange a viewing when we will be delighted to discuss the requirements for your special winter Wedding day.