Greyfriars Winchelsea


An outdoor wedding or event setup with rows of white chairs on a grassy lawn, facing the stone ruins of a large, arched structure. A single white duck is visible in the aisle between the chairs. The ruins are surrounded by lush green trees and foliage under a bright sky.
An outdoor ceremony setup with rows of white chairs on a grassy lawn, facing a large, traditional manor house made of stone and brick. The manor has multiple windows, chimneys, and gables. Tall trees frame the scene on either side under a bright, slightly hazy sky.
A spacious indoor room with a high, vaulted ceiling and light-colored walls. The dark wood floor is arranged with two sections of white chairs facing a central aisle, creating a setup for a ceremony. Large windows with sheer white curtains let in natural light, and a fireplace with a mirror above it is visible on the right wall.
A view of moss-covered stone stairs leading up to a grassy lawn. On either side of the stairs, stone lion statues rest on low stone walls. In the background, the ivy-covered stone ruins of a large building with arched window openings are visible, surrounded by green foliage.
A garden scene featuring a low stone wall with a border of vibrant pink and purple flowers running alongside it. The wall leads to an ornate metal gate with stone pillars. A grassy lawn is on the right, and a part of a stone building is visible in the background on the left.
A frontal view of a two-story, grey stone manor house. The entrance is a set of stone steps leading to a glass-paneled double door, flanked by large windows. A brick pathway leads up to the steps, and the front of the house is bordered by a garden bed filled with light pink roses. The sky is overcast.
A grey stone building with crenellated parapets, resembling a castle or manor house, stands under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a grassy lawn is set up with rows of white chairs facing the building, suggesting a wedding or outdoor event. A stone wall borders the lawn.
A close-up of a long, formal dining table set for a wedding or event. The table is covered with a white cloth and features place settings with green napkins, gold cutlery, and small floral arrangements in glass jars. Silver chairs are visible along the sides of the table, and large windows are blurred in the background.
A close-up of a bush of delicate, pale-colored roses, some with a hint of peach and pink, blooming against a backdrop of a rustic stone and brick wall. The foliage is dark green, creating a natural and romantic atmosphere.

Towering stone arch ruins, sweeping lawns, stunning rose gardens, and a stunning Gothic mansion Greyfriars offers Civil service Weddings in the grandeur of the Garden room, by the towering arch of the ruined Abbey, or on the formal rose garden lawns. Stay in quiet luxury steeped in history with spectacular views.

Offering venue only options or a fully catered package, Greyfriars is a private family home and hosts a limited number of bespoke weddings, you will be the only wedding on your chosen weekend with precious time to enjoy the spectacular space with your loved ones and leave relaxed with exceptional photographs and memories.

Just two hours from London with fast train links, the clifftop East Sussex estate offers 18 acres, opportunities for truly luxury accommodation in the Herons Wood and Eagles Nest wing, a spectacular preparation suite with sea views, and Bridal suite.

For a church wedding the beautiful medieval Winchelsea church is 100m away.

Options for camping, a marquee, accommodating 72 for an indoor formal seated Wedding breakfast, 100 for informal indoor dining. An excellent sound system, tables, chairs and linens are provided. The owner has long standing experience of providing superb friendly assistance to create your perfect weekend. 

Additional information

Location:

  • Country
  • Coast

Venue Type:

  • Boutique
  • Country Estate
  • Landmark
  • Stately Home

Facilities:

  • Camping
  • Choice of 5 stunning indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces
  • Choice of DIY weddings or fully packaged
  • Civil ceremony licence 
  • Disability accessible
  • Dogs welcome
  • Exclusive use, limited number of weddings
  • Formal gardens and views
  • Late licence 
  • Luxury accommodation 
  • On site wedding coordinator 
  • Preparation suite
  • Very rare photograph opportunities 
  • Woodland 
  • 2 wood fired hot tubs
  • 18 acres
  • 150m walk to a beautiful church 
Ceremonies In East Sussex

Address

Friars Road
Winchelsea
TN36 4ED

Contact us

Online

Greyfriars

By phone

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07853 190939

By email

caroline@greyfriars-winchelsea.com