Wakehurst - Nr Haywards Heath
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Selsfield Road
Ardingly
Nr Haywards Heath
England
RH17 6TN
01444 894 024
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Wakehurst description
Historic Venue / Wedding Venue / Business Meeting Rooms / Party Venue / Funerals and Wakes / Team Building Venue
Medium (1-150)
Smaller meetings and conferences can be catered for in the Gallery and Dining Room of the Elizabethan Mansion providing an atmosphere of opulence and luxury. With the benefit of a direct exit straight onto the Mansion Lawn, it lends itself to team building events as well as the natural benefit of being able to ‘recharging the batteries’ in the fresh countryside air at breaks and lunch.
Prince Charles described it as 'a gold reserve ... a place where this reserve currency, in this case life itself, is stored' and it is this truly unique setting that can be yours for larger meetings of up to 150 delegates providing all with an insight into the conservation work being carried out by RBG Kew at Wakehurst. Hidden in the depths are underground vaults filled with the world’s largest seed collection whilst the glass atrium offers a back drop of tropical succulents, cool dark granite and glass and is a distinctly contemporary option for both events and weddings.
Whether it be meetings, weddings or social gatherings, Wakehurst accommodates all through the provision of free parking and cares for all with the provision of a team of stewards and an event manager.
The 500 acres offers every couple the opportunity to paint their own wedding tapestry across the gardens using their own storybook of life together and with civil ceremonies being held both indoors and out, as well as humanist blessings being an option in woodlands and in the gardens, there is something to cater for all.
Wakehurst's dedicated in-house caterers, Graysons, put creativity, inspirational menus, and excellent service at the heart of everything they do. Their passion to deliver exceptional events will make your experience at Wakehurst a truly memorable one.
Whether a formal sit-down meal or something more relaxed, Graysons will work with you to individually tailor an event suited to your needs.
Contact us to find out more on wakehursthire@graysonsvenues.com
Venue suitability
This venue is suitable for the following uses:
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Venue facilities
660 spaces
Within 50 metres
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Yes - Full - Facilities to prepare meal
15 round tables, 15 rectangle tables
140 chairs
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Yes - Manned
Other venue facilities
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Yes
Explore the rooms this venue has for hire by expanding the sections below.
The Dining Room offers warmth and sunlight being oak paneled but also offering the benefit of natural daylight from large south, east and west facing windows. It is the popular choice for wedding ceremonies but more traditionally is used for hospitality during meetings and with its one of a kind 'French Friars' fireplace, is always a good ice-breaker and talking point.
Capacity
As meeting room:
60
For dining:
60
As theatre:
60
For a reception:
60
6m x 12m
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A bright and airy room the Gallery offers the unique benefit of an exit onto the Mansion Lawn as well as a double connecting door onto the Dining Room
Capacity
As meeting room:
80
For dining:
80
As theatre:
80
For dancing:
180
For a reception:
80
11m x 7m
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A luxurious and opulent library with southerly and easterly views across the Mansion lawn. On display is an extensive antique collection of family botanical literature plus an ornate, Indian themed fireplace which combined provide talking points for the many a reception held there.
Capacity
As meeting room:
60
For dining:
60
As theatre:
60
For a reception:
60
13m x 6m
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