History
Open the door to The Cowdray Walled Garden and step into a beautiful, historic, hidden gem that dates back to 1550. A truly magical location to create long-lasting memories of a very special day. Once known as The Walled Privy, located alongside the magnificent Cowdray Ruins, a landmark visited by royalty including Henry VIII, Edward VI and Elizabeth I. In 1770 it is believed that British Landscape Architect, Capability Brown was employed on the Estate and was involved in the design and planning of the Walled Garden.
Today the country garden celebrates its history with a traditional planting scheme of cultivated areas which include a scented herb garden, a variety of rose and lavender borders, an orchard, herbaceous borders and a central rectangular formal lawn surrounding an ornamental pond.
Facilities
Inside, accommodating up to 100 guests seated (130 standing), The Castle Room and The Courtyard Room, with their exposed stone walls, character, and charm provide a wonderful place to host your big day. Both the Castle Room and the Courtyard allow an opportunity to bring the outside in, combing fresh floral arches with timeless interiors.
Upstairs, couples can also make use of the Dressing Room, offering the perfect location to get ready together in privacy and comfort, whilst being able to catch a glimpse of your guests through the window overlooking the garden as they arrive.
Outside, a pagoda is situated within the garden and is suited for outdoor wedding ceremonies during the warmer months of the year, (April to October) providing the perfect setting to start your married journey.
With the glorious gardens and two reception rooms inside this Grade II listed building, we can guarantee that you and your guests will have the most magical day, making memories to last a lifetime. Whether your party is an intimate gathering of close friends or a larger, more elaborate celebration, and with endless photo opportunities and romantic backdrops, the stage is set for a captivating wedding.