Business Details
Your Historic Wedding Venue in Battle, East Sussex
The Pilgrims Rest is a 600-year-old Wealden Hall House that has been meticulously preserved and adapted to serve as a distinctive wedding venue. Our historic building, dating back to 1420, offers couples a unique blend of rustic charm and modern flexibility, allowing for fully customised celebrations. We prioritise sustainability by minimising waste through reusable decorations and furnishings, while maintaining affordability and accessibility. Our dedicated team ensures seamless execution of events, offering expert guidance from initial planning to the final moments of your special day.With no corkage charges or fixed supplier requirements, we empower couples to create truly personal experiences. The venue's architectural features, including inglenook fireplaces and oak beams, provide a timeless backdrop for ceremonies and receptions. Our commitment to environmental responsibility is reflected in our 'Something Old, Something Renewed' approach to decor. The Pilgrims Rest accommodates weddings of various sizes while maintaining an intimate atmosphere, supported by our comprehensive service offerings.
Services
Venue Hire
Event Planning
Seasonal Decorations
Catering Coordination
Eco-Friendly Weddings
Dressing Rooms
Bar Services
Photography Backdrops
Supplier Recommendations
Day-Of Coordination
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive use of a 600-year-old Wealden Hall House with no corkage charges
- Our team provides expert guidance from planning to execution
- We implement sustainable practices through reusable decorations and furnishings
- We accommodate weddings of various sizes while maintaining intimacy
- Our seasonal decorations are included in venue hire costs
What people say
Stunning venue
Amazing team
Seamless execution
Eco-friendly approach
Personalised service
Services
Venue Hire
The Pilgrims Rest offers exclusive hire of its historic Wealden Hall House for weddings. The venue accommodates up to 90 guests with flexible spaces including the Great Hall, Dining Room, and cottage gardens. Features include oak beams, inglenook fireplaces, and seasonal decorations included in hire costs. Couples benefit from 24-hour access during event periods with no corkage charges or supplier restrictions.
Event Planning
Professional event planning support is provided throughout the wedding preparation process. Our team offers expert guidance on supplier selection, timeline creation, and day-of coordination. We maintain availability for consultations and provide checklists to ensure comprehensive preparation. The service includes setup assistance and post-event support for stress-free execution.
Seasonal Decorations
The venue features professionally designed seasonal decorations included in hire packages. These include pea-lights, garlands, and thematic elements that enhance the building's historic character. Decorations can be modified or removed to accommodate personal preferences while maintaining the venue's aesthetic integrity through sustainable practices.
Catering Coordination
Flexible catering options allow couples to choose their preferred providers or utilise our recommended supplier list. The venue provides necessary equipment including vintage decanters and dining accessories. Our team facilitates coordination between caterers and venue requirements to ensure seamless service delivery during events.
Eco-Friendly Weddings
Sustainability initiatives include reusable decorations, reduced waste practices, and locally sourced material recommendations. The venue's 'Something Renewed' approach minimises environmental impact through preserved furnishings and seasonal decor. Our team provides guidance on eco-conscious choices for catering, materials, and event logistics.
People
Amy-Lou
Wedding Coordinator
Experienced wedding coordinator with over five years of expertise in managing historic venue events. Provides continuous support from initial planning through execution, maintaining exceptional client satisfaction ratings.
Waverley
Venue Manager
Venue manager with extensive knowledge of heritage building operations. Oversees day-of logistics and team coordination to ensure flawless event execution for all couples.
Questions
What sustainability practices does The Pilgrims Rest implement?
We use reusable seasonal decorations, preserve historic furnishings to reduce waste, and recommend local suppliers for eco-conscious catering options.
Can we have exclusive use of the venue?
Yes, all bookings include exclusive hire of the entire building and gardens for your wedding day.
Are there corkage charges?
No, we do not charge corkage fees and allow complete flexibility with beverage choices.
What capacity does the venue accommodate?
The Pilgrims Rest can host up to 90 guests for evening celebrations, with ceremony seating for 50.
Do you provide event coordination?
Yes, our experienced team offers comprehensive planning support and day-of coordination services.
Can we decorate the venue ourselves?
Yes, we encourage personalisation. Our existing decorations can be modified or removed to suit your vision.
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Reviews (7)
K. C.
Nov 30, 2021
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A beautiful place. Really old building. Lovely staff that work there. Family had a wedding there. Really lovely place. Would recommend.
Charlotte Rippin
Nov 15, 2021
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Intimate, magical and cosy...perfect for our October wedding!
Amy-Lou is an absolute gem and was one of the main reasons we chose the venue...her knowledge and support was incredible (especially with a date change!). Waverley & Elle are also great! All our guests loved the vibe and we would 100% recommend!
Amy-Lou is an absolute gem and was one of the main reasons we chose the venue...her knowledge and support was incredible (especially with a date change!). Waverley & Elle are also great! All our guests loved the vibe and we would 100% recommend!
Andy Glazier
Nov 14, 2021
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We used The Pilgrims for my sister-in-laws wedding in November. Overall it was really good, but we expected one or two things to run more smoothly at the end of the day e.g. announcing when & where teas/ coffees were being served after the Breakfast, announcing last orders at the bar late in the evening. Just a few little things that could have been run more smoothly, but definitely recommended overall.
Ashley Johnson
Oct 05, 2021
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My husband and I had our wedding at The Pilgrims Rest in September and we have to say we had an absolutely brilliant day. Not only was The Pilgrims Rest the perfect setting for our small wedding, but Waverley and Amy-Lou helped us all the way along the process and ensured the day went smoothly. A massive thanks to the whole team at Pilgrims!
Nicholas Limpkin
Jul 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Had our wedding there finally after two covid postponements and it truly was such a lovely place that has left us with such magical and memorable experience. The lasses who run it are superb and soo helpful and accomodating. Sad that I cannot give it another star!
Had our wedding there finally after two covid postponements and it truly was such a lovely place that has left us with such magical and memorable experience. The lasses who run it are superb and soo helpful and accomodating. Sad that I cannot give it another star!
Alexander Beck
Jul 17, 2021
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I can't begin to tell you how perfect this place is. It's honestly where I had the happiest day of my life. The staff are amazing, the venue is perfect and... Well, just go look for yourselves. Thank you everyone at Pilgrims rest. I feel like the luckiest man on the planet.
Kirsty & Matt
Jul 04, 2021
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We got married at The Pilgrims Rest in May and cannot begin to tell you how completely wonderful they were through the whole planning process! The team supported us through every chance to covid guidance and ensured we had an amazing time on the day. The venue itself is beautiful and is set up perfectly for a relaxed and intimate day. If we could give them more than 5 stars, we would.
