The feel
Southdowns Manor recently won Wedding Venue (Hotel) Of The Year, South East Region at The 2022 Wedding Industry Awards!
Southdowns Manor – a beautiful setting for the perfect wedding, reception or corporate function, situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park. Southdowns is within easy reach of Surrey, Guildford and Southampton, bordering the counties of Hampshire, Surrey and West Sussex. Our beautifully refurbished, prestigious wedding venue is offered to you exclusively – your home for the day.
Southdowns retains its original charm and character while providing modern comforts, providing a wonderful atmosphere. This beautiful manor is a relaxed and intimate haven for smaller events and is able to accommodate larger parties just as successfully; the classic elegance of Southdowns has it all.
Exclusive use
Upon your arrival, you will find all parts of the Manor and its grounds exclusively reserved just for you and your guests. Truly your home for the day.
Personalise your wedding with our flexible packages!
What would you like for your day?
We offer a variety of packages to choose from, or maybe we can craft something unique just for you! You are the artist here – tell us what YOU want and we will do everything we can to bring it to life.
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Award winning
We are proud to have won numerous industry awards over the past several years and also have an Environmental Health 5 star rating.
Everything ‘in house’
From your arrival until breakfast the following morning, you can truly relax knowing that everything is taken care of in house. Our catering is of the highest of standards; a dedicated and passionate event manager, bar and beverage services, overnight accommodation and much, much more! Our Honeymoon Suite and another 14 luxurious ensuite bedrooms are available for you and your guests to stay the night of the wedding (and the one before for two day events!)
We offer three reception rooms:
Sussex Room – An informal area with full bar facility, where your guests can meet on arrival. The room is licensed for ceremonies and can accommodate up to 40 guests. The Sussex Room is an ideal location in which to serve canapés and reception drinks to your guests.
Conservatory – Licenced for ceremonies of up to 40 guests, this light and airy room can be used for a variety of purposes.
Banqueting Suite – Licenced for larger ceremonies of up to 150 guests the room can comfortably accommodate 150 people for banqueting purposes. With a starlight ceiling on throughout the day and evening, the Banqueting Suite provides an elegant setting for your day.
Outside ceremony location
Exceptional staff
Every one of our staff members is selected based on their enthusiasm, passion and desire to provide excellence in all they do. Our staff are friendly and approachable and will be with you every step of the way. Thanks to them and the culture of our venue, we have a long history of very happy couples.
Value for money and payment terms
Everything we do is of the highest quality and exceptional value for money. We are very aware that booking a wedding is an enormous event and we will do everything we can to ensure you remain happy and relaxed from beginning to end of the process, (including offering flexible payment options).
Financial security
It is important for you to know that your chosen venue is financially stable and secure. We are a family owned, financially strong UK business with a long and successful track record over many years. We are always happy to share all financial information with you at any time.
Beyond all else, we never forget the immense amount of trust couples place in us when they book Southdowns Manor.
Contact us via email on [email protected] or by telephone on 01730 763800.
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Mr and Mrs Pierre-Dixon
11 Nov 2023
Thank you Becky for a wonderful day, it was perfect! Everything ran well and to time, we had a blast, our guests had a blast! Venue is stunning, all the…
Georgia Povey
8 Nov 2023
We are so happy with our decision to have our wedding here. Everyone there was so lovely and kind, willing to go above and beyond. We had such an amazing…
Kirsty Farndell
29 Oct 2023
From start to finish our day was nothing but perfect, all staff were extremely lovely and nothing was ever to much! Our day was everything and more that we’ve ever…
Emma & Matthew Warner
25 Oct 2023
The most perfect day and wedding thanks to Lia and the team at Southdowns Manor! Lia went out of her way to make sure our wedding was everything we had…
Lucy & Victor Vatra
23 Oct 2023
From the initial show round we knew we wanted our wedding at Southdowns Manor. Every question, query, email was always answered quickly and nothing was too much trouble. The planning…
Chenise Smith
22 Oct 2023
Our day was just perfect from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. The staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful. Chenise Smith 22/10/2023
Ben Howard
21 Oct 2023
Couldn’t have been happier with the service that Becky and Southdowns Manor provided, giving us a stress free and relaxing planning process and all of the staff (but in particular…
Mr&Mrs Bustin
19 Oct 2023
From the moment we first saw the venue we fell in love with Southdowns Manor! The team went above and beyond and did everything and more than what we could…
Rachel and Luke Bustin
19 Oct 2023
There are not enough words that can describe the amazing work and team effort from Southdowns Manor. Our 2 day wedding was unbelievable! And massive thank you to our wedding…
Sophie & Ben Lyle
10 Sep 2023
Absolutely amazing experience. Our wedding was everything we hoped for and more. We’d find it difficult to find any faults but if we’re being really picky: Genuinely though the best…
Tara Tye
3 Sep 2023
The Southdowns manor team were incredible every step of the way through planning and the day of our wedding! It was a stress free process as we knew everything was…
Tara Tye
3 Sep 2023
The Southdowns manor team were incredible every step of the way through planning and the day of our wedding! It was a stress free process as we knew everything was…
MR & MRS BANHAM
27 Aug 2023
Everything was perfect from booking our wedding 2 years before to the morning after our wedding. Lucy and the whole team our outstanding, amazing service , everyone was so friendly…
Jayne and Sean Franks
22 Aug 2023
From the moment we drove in to have our first show around, we were mesmerised with Southdowns, and when we were welcomed by the team it was the same, safe…
ZOE GOWANS
3 Aug 2023
What a venue and what a team. From the moment we first visited Southdowns Manor we fell in love. The stunning grounds. The outside wedding space. The size of the…
LYDIA AND DAN JENKINS
31 Jul 2023
From the moment we contacted the Sales Team at Southdowns Manor to the moment we left site the morning after our wedding, we couldn’t fault the service we received! There…
ABIGAIL AND ORION BROOKS
29 Jul 2023
The whole day was just incredible. Lia and the team were fantastic and went above and beyond to make our day so special and memorable. Thank you so much! The…
JOANNE AND MATT WELLS
17 Jul 2023
Absolutely nothing to improve ! JOANNE AND MATT WELLS 17/07/2023
JENNIFER WALKER
14 Jul 2023
Firstly Becky you were absolutely amazing from start to finish running around getting everyone organised so everything ran smoothly. The way everything was set up was just beautiful better than…
KATE AND LIAM PETERS
1 Jul 2023
Lucy was nothing short of excellent, she made sure the day ran smoothly and was always there to help throughout. She really is amazing at her job! All the team…
KATE AND LIAM PETERS
1 Jul 2023
Lucy was nothing short of excellent, she made sure the day ran smoothly and was always there to help throughout. She really is amazing at her job! All the team…
LIBBY & JACOB
23 Jun 2023
Our whole experience with Southdowns Manor was faultless. I have seen many venues as a wedding supplier myself and Southdowns immediately stood out from the rest. We would highly recommend…
KATIE COOK
18 Jun 2023
Southdowns Manor is the perfect wedding venue. It is beautiful! My husband and I had the most amazing day. You are made to feel really special and the staff are…
KATIE COOK
18 Jun 2023
Southdowns Manor is the perfect wedding venue. It is beautiful! My husband and I had the most amazing day. You are made to feel really special and the staff are…
Mr & Mrs Simpson
17 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for all Lia and your teams hard work to make our day the most amazing it could have been! We really appreciate all the efforts and…
Mr & Mrs Simpson
17 Jun 2023
The food was outstanding Thank you so much for all Lia and your teams hard work to make our day the most amazing it could have been! We really appreciate…
Jayne & Darren Pearson
3 Jun 2023
Wow ???? we can not find enough positive words to describe the experience of having our special day at Southdowns Manor. From the off set we had to move our…
DANA AND JOSIAH CROWLEY
1 Jun 2023
When researching for where we wanted to celebrate our marriage, Southdowns Manor really stood out. Partly because of how stunning the venue is, but mostly because of how helpful the…
DANA AND JOSIAH CROWLEY
1 Jun 2023
The day was truly perfect When researching for where we wanted to celebrate our marriage, Southdowns Manor really stood out. Partly because of how stunning the venue is, but mostly…
Gemma & Andrew Rosenthal
29 May 2023
Just WOW. We had a list of 10 venues to visit but the minute we viewed Southdowns we knew it was the one for us! To have the whole space…
David and Anita Wallace
22 May 2023
From my first visit of the venue everyone was lovely and welcoming, lia was amazing nothing was ever to much for her. The day of the wedding was amazing and…
Corinne & Alan Holland
20 May 2023
Our wedding was absolutely perfect, the dream day we wanted! The staff were amazing and Becky was fabulous! Couldn’t ask for more! We will cherish our memory’s of southdowns manor
Mr & Mrs Gibb
7 May 2023
We cant thank you enough for hosting our special day from start to finish the service has been excellent, you really did take alot of the stress away we could…
Chloe & Phil
23 Apr 2023
Everyone we encountered at Southdowns Manor was a delight to deal with, down from our first visit and picking the date to Lia checking in with us at breakfast the…
SARAH SQUIRE
8 Apr 2023
Thank you so much for making our wedding day so enjoyable and memorable. Right from booking the venue we felt involved in the planning process and always had our wedding…
AMY AND DAVID
7 Apr 2023
We can’t thank Southdowns enough for helping us to have the most special day of our lives. It was just amazing from start to finish. As soon as we pulled…
EMILY AND ASHLEY GOOD-STYLER
6 Apr 2023
We cannot thank you enough. From the initial visit and the booking process the team have been excellent. Lucy was amazing and was able to make my dream become a…
MR AND MRS WALKER
5 Apr 2023
Well you pulled it out of the bag on the day. A few hick ups at the planning stage which got fixed quickly. Lia was brilliant and we could not…
PETER ALLAN JONES
1 Apr 2023
Lia our planner was outstanding from start to finish. Her expertise really proved to be invaluable not just in the lead up to the wedding but on the day itself.…
CLAIRE & ASHLEY
27 Mar 2023
Southdowns Manor was the perfect place to have our special day! It is beautiful inside and out and we were extremely happy with everything from the food to the staff.…
DANNI GOSNEY
24 Mar 2023
From the moment we first came to look around until the morning after our wedding, we knew Southdowns Manor was special. The whole team were so accommodating and professional. They…
CAROLYN DEFTY
19 Mar 2023
We had the most amazing day, the venue looked amazing and all the staff were so helpful and friendly, especially the waiting staff, nothing was to much trouble and they…
CATHY LAWSON
18 Mar 2023
From start to finish we were so impressed with the service received from Southdowns Manor.Lia our wedding planner was fabulous, so attentive and caring, she made me feel so comfortable.…
Sophie Henty
3 Mar 2023
From the moment we first looked at Southdowns Manor, to morning after our wedding, everything was perfect. The whole process was absolutely amazing and very easy going. We had the…
KIMBERLEY AND RYAN MATTHEWS
26 Feb 2023
Everything was perfect, from the very first time we visited the manor to booking the venue, each planning meeting and obviously our wedding day! The staff were exceptionally helpful without…
MR & MRS BERRONES MENDOZA
24 Feb 2023
Everyone was incredible The people and staff at Southdowns Manor are the icing on the cake! Not only is the venue absolutely stunning but from the introductory meeting on the…
VICTORIA BROOKES-TENNANT
23 Feb 2023
We would like to say a huge thank you to Lucy and the team. It was the best day of our lives! From the initial show around to the day,…
MR AND MRS BETTERIDGE
16 Feb 2023
WOW what a day we had!! It was absolutely incredible, everything we have ever dreamt of and more! The stunning venue, the delicious food, the perfect details, the friendly staff,…
ASHLIE ABBOTT
12 Feb 2023
Me & Sam could not of asked for anything better, from our initial show round to the morning after our wedding was perfect. Lucy went above and beyond to make…
CAMS & TOM
1 Feb 2023
Southdowns ticked everybody for us. Natalie really explained everything ahead of booking and Lucy absolutely smashed it during the planning and execution of the big day. They made our perfect…
APRIL STAFFORD
30 Jan 2023
We could not have chosen a better place – everything was perfect! We are so grateful for all of the staff, especially Lucy, for organising our day. Thank you so…
JOSIE AND KEITH WHEELER
26 Jan 2023
Our wedding was so magical and the staff at Southdowns Manor made this happen! The food was incredible, the venue was comfortable and safe and Becky our wedding planner went…
SARAH MCHALE
19 Dec 2022
Southdowns Manor is a stunning wedding venue that is surrounded by gorgeous scenery. The staff were so helpful and no problem was too big or small. They were on hand…
GEORGINA & STUAR
17 Dec 2022
My husband and I cannot thank Lia, Shannon, Roland and all of the staff from the weekend enough- we had the best day of our lives. I hope every bride…
MR AND MRS COX
2 Sep 2022
Our wedding day was the best day of our lives. Thanks to all at southdowns manor, we were able to relax and really enjoy our day with our family and…
MR AND MRS AUSTIN
30 Aug 2022
We cannot thank Natalie, Lia and all the staff at Southdowns enough. They really go out of their way to make your day as special as it can. It all…
MR AND MRS DUNNE
25 Aug 2022
Thanks to Southdown Manor our wedding day was everything we had wished for and more! Becky and her team are amazing and we couldn’t be happier with their performance!
KATE AND OLLIE
23 Aug 2022
The whole process of viewing, booking and executing a wedding was completed to the highest standard, from every member of staff we met. The day itself was totally stress free,…
Malissa andLewis
3 Aug 2022
Everything was just perfect the team were just outstanding, you made it all run so smoothly and we couldn’t fault you at all. Just amazing thank you all so much…
STACEY, ADRIAN, NAIA AND ELENIE
1 Aug 2022
We cannot thank you enough as Mr and Mrs! We literally had the most amazing day and truly loved every second. You and the team were incredible and the attention…
Georgie & Dale
29 Jul 2022
The day was absolutely perfect! If anything went wrong, we certainly didn’t know about it. It really was the most magical day and I finally got to feel like a…
Michelle Tidy
28 Jul 2022
We got married on 28th July 2022 and it was simply amazing, from start to finish Becky was amazing and so chilled with everything, highly recommend this beautiful venue and…
Kayleigh & Alec
24 Jul 2022
Everything about our wedding at Southdowns was incredible. From initial planning right the way through to breakfast the next day, the staff were all brilliant and accommodating. Lucy and her…
Simon and Courtney Williams
17 Jul 2022
Lucy was amazing, everything was exactly what we hoped and better. Thank you Lucy and everyone at South Downs Manor. Simon and Courtney Williams 17/07/2022
charmaine Harris
15 Jul 2022
We had the most perfect amazing day. We would wouldn’t of changed anything. Our wedding planner Lia was exceptional and we can’t thank her enough. charmaine Harris 15/07/2022
Mr and Mrs Harris
4 Jul 2022
An amazing venue with amazing staff. Our day perfect. Reasonably priced and package was fantastic. Personal and bespoke care. Exceptional standards. Thank you Southend Downs you are simply the best…
Lydia Chadwick
2 Jul 2022
The venue, staff and facilities were an integral part of making our day so special. Lia was the perfect event manager, keeping the day moving on time, managing our concerns/…
Phil Peters
25 Jun 2022
I was absolutely blown away with Lia and the team at Southdowns Manor on the day of our wedding. I turned up with a box of plans, pictures and props…
Lee and amie
20 Jun 2022
WOW what an amazing place to have our wedding from the very beginning booking right till the very end we had no problems what so ever even with Covid going…
Sian & Scott Bannister
18 Jun 2022
The team at Southdowns Manor is just amazing! We had shortlisted SDM as one of 8 venues we wanted to view in the area. Just by chance we went to…
Mrs Morris.
12 Jun 2022
From the moment we drove up to southdowns on an open day we knew it was the one! The staff were amazing throughout the process. Lucy made our day stress…
Simon Shorten
11 Jun 2022
Nicola and I had an incredible day, one we will never forget. The venue, the food, the weather and our guests made our day perfect. We could not have asked…
Mr & Mrs farren
10 Jun 2022
We had the most magical day, from booking through till breakfast the day after our whole experience was stress free. Southdowns is the most amazing venue, we had hog roast…
Howard Watson
28 May 2022
I have to say that I would struggle to find any room for improvement. It was my daughters wedding and everything went as planned and so smoothly, thanks to your…
Sarah and Sam Bundell
27 May 2022
Southdowns Manor was the perfect wedding reception venue for us! From the initial meeting with Jennie to our planning with Becky, we felt well supported and informed. We had a…
Katie Shepherd
22 May 2022
We had the most amazing day! The staff were amazing especially our wedding planner Lia! The venue was just beautiful and we had so many compliments on how well kept…
Ben & Lauren Burch
21 May 2022
Our day was everything we imagined and more. Everyone was so helpful and nothing too much trouble. We wish we could relive the day all over again! Huge thank you…
Mr and Mrs Peck
16 May 2022
the day went seamlessly, and if anything went wrong.. we sure didn’t know about it! We had a little rain and moved the outdoor ceremony inside, but all with Beckys…
Charlotte & Cameron Kirkland
13 May 2022
The overall process from viewing and booking the venue through to the actual wedding day was smooth and well organised, even when considering we booked in 2020 around various Covid…
Roy Porter
12 May 2022
We had an absolutely fabulous day! Becky and the staff were marvellous. We did have a hiccup with the invoicing but that was quickly remedied. We are so pleased that…
Melissa Lihou-Burchett
24 Apr 2022
We had an absolutely amazing time at Southdowns Manor, we could not have asked for a more amazing day! Everything went so smoothly from initial booking, to postponing (twice!), to…
Remy & Ben Dowding
8 Apr 2022
Southdowns manor took mine and my husbands breath away as soon as we pulled up outside, we knew instantly that this was our wedding venue From start to finish we…
Nathan & Geralvine Pelley
22 Jan 2022
Our end to end wedding journey was absolutely flawless. Booking a wedding venue was a very daunting thought, however as soon as we stepped through the doors at Southdowns Manor,…
Mr and Mrs Lawson xx
20 Dec 2021
Our whole experience with Southdowns Manor was wonderful. From our initial show round with Jennie to our planning meetings with Lia and the day itself. Organising a wedding during the…
Marilyn Bennett Nobrega
19 Dec 2021
Southdowns is an excellent venue, the planning team were very efficient, friendly and accommodating. The staff on the day made sure it was very special for not only us but…
Andrea and Kit Parfitt
13 Nov 2021
We had the most amazing wedding, and I don’t think I could have dreamed for more. When we first looked at the venue, I knew that was where I wanted…
Katie and Steve Rigby
24 Oct 2021
We had an amazing wedding day at Southdowns Manor. From the moment we booked they have been nothing but professional and were very understanding when we needed to postpone our…
SAM AND EMMA WHITE
30 Jun 2021
Thank you so much to Lia and the team for planning and managing our day so well. It was brilliantly handled from start to finish and we couldn’t have asked…
LUCY AND JAMIE BROWN
29 Jun 2021
Southdowns Manor was the perfect venue for us. From the moment we saw it, we just knew it would be the best place to host a vintage wedding. Despite covid…
RACHEL AND TOM MAHONEY
27 Jun 2021
We had the most amazing and special day. The weather didn’t quite hold out for us, but it didn’t spoil it for us. Lia and the team were fantastic at…
ELLIE SLATER
24 Jun 2021
We had the most fantastic wedding here at Southdowns. Everyone from Natalie, who we booked our wedding through, to Lia, our wedding planner were just fantastic. Nothing was too much…
MR AND MRS COLE
19 Jun 2021
The best weekend of our lives! We always liked the idea of a 2 day wedding and when we saw this package available and viewed the venue, we knew it…
MR & MRS THORNETT
15 Jun 2021
We had an amazing wedding day at Southdowns Manor on 15th June 2021. We did have to rearrange this date from the previous year and the venue staff could not…
MR & MRS THORNETT
15 Jun 2021
We had an amazing wedding day at Southdowns Manor on 15th June 2021. We did have to rearrange this date from the previous year and the venue staff could not…
SHAILASH LADD
12 Jun 2021
It has been 4 days since we became Mr and Mrs Ladd and we just wanted to say thank you for all you and the team did to ensure it…
MR & MRS SKERRATT
5 Jun 2021
Absolutely over the moon to have been married in this beautiful venue. Not only was the venue beautiful but the staff were amazing and nothing was too much! Have heard…
LAUREN & JASON FEIST
24 May 2021
Jason and I would both like to say a massive thank you to Southdowns Manor and your team for giving us the most wonderful, memorable and special day. Our wedding…
MR & MRS WILLIAMS
23 May 2021
We had an unbelievable wedding day at Southdowns Manor, we couldn’t have dreamt of a better day. We were blown away from start to finish and it was such a…
MR AND MRS WELLS
20 May 2021
Myself and my new wife Emma recently had our wedding at south downs manor last month on the 20th May 2021 After almost a month of married life, we wanted…
MR AND MRS WELLS
20 May 2021
Myself and my new wife Emma recently had our wedding at south downs manor last month on the 20th May 2021 After almost a month of married life, we wanted…
Shaad and Rebecca Subhan
1 May 2021
We didn’t just get one dream wedding at Southdowns Manor but two. We had the most perfect weekend and was honestly a fairy-tale from start to finish. Lia is absolutely…
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Southdowns Manor
Trotton
Petersfield
West Sussex
GU31 5JN
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