Battle Abbey School (Wedding Venue)

Unforgettable Weddings at Battle Abbey

Battle Abbey is a fantastic and unique fairy-tale wedding venue in East Sussex, situated in the beautiful and historic town of Battle.

Battle Abbey is a fantastic and unique fairy-tale wedding venue in East Sussex, situated in the beautiful and historic town of Battle. It’s also probably more affordable than you think…

• Licensed for ceremonies and receptions
• Exclusive Full Site 75-250 capacity for big weddings
• Exclusive Part Site for smaller weddings (maximum 60 guests)
• Licensed till midnight
• Outstanding catering
• Historically important location

Battle Abbey is a fantastic and unique castle style wedding venue in East Sussex, situated in the beautiful and historic town of Battle. The memories of your special day will remain with you forever and it is important to ensure that every details is perfect with no compromises! There are few venues that can offer such magic memories, bespoke service and superb photo opportunities as Battle Abbey.

The Abbey offers the distinct benefit of offering a complete wedding day in one location with a truly flexible space in which to stage your ceremony, reception drinks, wedding breakfast and evening event, and with enough space to avoid the need for turning round rooms with guests in occupation. Every wedding we hold is unique, entirely bespoke for you so don’t hold back when discussing your ideas with us! With an elegant, sacred feeling space for ceremonies and drinks served on the top terrace overlooking one of the most famous battlefields in England surrounded by over 1000 years of history, or alternatively on our Six Penny Lawn overlooking the Dormitory Range ruins, Battle Abbey really has the wow factor you’re looking for.

We can cater for small and larger weddings, so please talk to us about your requirements for your perfect day.

All our Canapés, Starters, Mains and Desserts are prepared on site using fresh and, where possible, local ingredients from East Sussex.

Exclusive Full Site 75-250 capacity for large weddings

What is included

• Wedding Ceremony with either a registrar or celebrant in The Abbot’s Hall
• Wedding Breakfast in the Dukes Library
• Reception drinks and canapes (additional cost) on the Terrace overlooking the battlefield or the Six Penny Lawn overlooking the ruins
• Antique gold Chiavari weddings chairs
• All tables, white linen, cutlery, glasses etc
• Wedding planner to help coordinate your special day
• Access the day before to set-up (subject to availability)
• Photo opportunities around the whole site including the fabulous English Heritage ruins

Current prices (as of Nov 24):

• • 2025 & 2026  – £6,500 (Friday, Saturday & Bank Holidays) or £5,500 (Sunday – Thursday)
  • 2027 – £7,000 (Friday, Saturday & Bank Holidays) or £6,000 (Sunday – Thursday)
• £54.50 per adult for a 3 course Wedding Breakfast (other options are available i.e. Hog Roast or BBQ)
• £24.50 per child for a 3 course children’s Wedding Breakfast
• £34.50 per adult for the drinks package
• £9.00 per adult for 3 different canape options
• £125.00 for a coffee/tea station after the Wedding Breakfast
• Evening food options are available – starting from £9.50 per person

Exclusive Part Site for smaller weddings (maximum 60 guests)

This would suit a couple looking for a smaller wedding for up to 60 guests, including the happy couple.

What is included

• Wedding Ceremony with either a registrar or celebrant in The Abbot’s Hall
• Wedding Breakfast in the Dining Room/Bar
• Reception drinks and canapes (additional cost) on the Six Penny Lawn
• Antique gold Chiavari weddings chairs
• All tables, white linen, cutlery, glasses etc
• Wedding planner to help coordinate your special day
• Access the day before to set-up (subject to availability)
• Photo opportunities around the whole site including the fabulous English Heritage ruins

Current prices (as of Nov 24):

• £4,000 Venue Hire – Any day of the week (subject to availability)
• £54.50 per adult for a 3 course Wedding Breakfast (other options are available i.e. Hog Roast or BBQ)
• £24.50 per child for a 3 course children’s Wedding Breakfast
• £34.50 per adult for the drinks package
• £9.00 per adult for 3 different canape options
• £125.00 for a coffee/tea station after the Wedding Breakfast
• Evening food options are available – starting from £9.50 per person

All our weddings are unique and we pride ourselves on being flexible. It is your special day. Please contact Debbie Grant on [email protected] or 01424 772385 to arrange your visit.