Highden Estate

(30)
£4,500 - £6,500 for Venue Hire
Up to 200
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

The Highden Walled Garden was built in the Victorian era and has been well maintained since. Stepping through the door into our secret garden you’re transported into serenity, the high walls provide a private and secure venue. Within the acre of space, a beautiful apple and pear archway runs up the middle over a pebble pathway, vines growing various berries and flowers including the climbing Lady Silvia Rose which was planted by the Denman’s in the early 1900s The field offers a 20 acre picturesque blank canvas. Views across an unblemished landscape, ensure total privacy and seclusion, whilst offering you the best sights from the top of the South Downs National Park. It’s the perfect venue to dance amongst the stars The Forest School is maintained by Garden Cottage Nursery. Due to its magical feel it has become an ideal venue for weddings and parties

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Louisa Campbell
My family and I have decided to share a few of our favourite spots on the estate to couples that would like to celebrate their special day.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2018
No. of Weddings Hosted
Less than 10
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3

Overview of Highden Estate

Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

Pricing for Highden Estate

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£4,500
Maximum Price
£6,500
- Exclusive use of the Walled Garden which includes a beautiful marquee (the same as the British bake-off), parking, electricity and water is £6,500 for 2023. £4500 for 2022. - Exclusive use of the twenty acre field or Forest School for a day is £900. - Lighting and fair lights both in the Walled Garden and camping grounds - Toilets included - Accommodation included at an additional cost
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day

Reviews for Highden Estate
(30)

Kerry & Joss
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Wonderful family & wonderful venue!
I honestly cannnot recommend Louisa, Jane & everyone at Highden enough!!!! We were told by Jane that they started doing weddings there when their children got married, and one by one, they all had their weddings in the walled garden where they grew up. The family enjoyed the experience so much, they now hire it out as a wedding venue & you can really see the passion & excitement there, especially from Jane! Hand on heart, we first visited last February & with it being winter, I liked it, but it didn't hit me. My now husband is an awarded gardener (very proud!!!!) & told me that the bones were there & this was our venue. I wasn't sure & was worried about the possibility of poor weather & a mainly outdoor venue. We revisited in June a few months later & yes, my husband was very, very right! The venue is beautiful, the garden is beautiful, the huge lavender bushes smell divine, the climbing roses & wisteria were gorgous. The tunnel made from apple & pear trees with fairy lights were just beautiful, & reminded us of a part of The Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall which hold very important memories for us. We met Soph & Simon the wedding singers there too, & everything just felt right. It was so beautiful that we knew that even if it rained all day, we would still spend a wonderful day together in the marquee, looking out at the beautiful garden. The run up to the wedding, Louisa was great at communication & gave me a list of information they needed, so I think I had a year to go through everything & knew there wouldnt be any surprises before! She also gave me a list of suppliers that had already been there, but we were free to choose whoever we wanted. This flexibility turned out to be very rare with wedding venues, but ensured we got the day we wanted! We did use glamping tents, entertainment & caterers from their vendors list though, which was incredibly helpful as a starting point, especially with the caterer as there are so many options there! For anyone looking, we would 1000% recommend Mid Sussex Catering for food & drinks all day, as well as the evening bar. We were also able to visit the venue whenever we wanted (just check before, dont just turn up haha!) & came back for this years open day with some of our immediate family where we could take notes for later that year. They hold a maximum of one wedding a week on Saturdays only, meaning our tables & chairs were delivered 5 days before the wedding, & when we arrived on thursday to start decorating, the lovely gardener was there cutting the lawns! With thursday & friday to set everything up, Jane came over & asked that we walk her through where we wanted to get married *weather permitting* as they have several sites in the garden that you can marry. The morning of our wedding, Jane, Vicky & Richard set up everything outdoor with our wedding arch & guests chairs, while my husband & some of his family put out flowers etc. The day was perfect. Vicky was the day organiser & I only saw her a handful of times, but teh day was perfect & she must have been incredibly busy! Vicky & Richard were both there at midnight & did some initial tidying so that we could go to bed in our tent. The morning afterwards, I felt horrendous (I think I was just so exhausted & didnt drink enough) but while I was napping in a rattan armchair, Jane came by & made my husband & mum a cup of tea/coffee & had a lovely chat about the day. We had both Sunday & Monday to take everything down which was easily done. Start to finish, the Denman family have been wonderful. Thank you for giving us the most beautiful wedding day, with blue skies, beautiful surroundings & wonderful memories. Every time we drive past your sign we smile (:
Helen & Tom
Happy couple married in June
June 2024
Highden is ideal for any couple looking for a great outdoor wedding
From day one, Highden made it so easy and chilled in the lead up to our special day. The grounds looked incredible on the day and the support team were fantastic throughout. Being able to begin set up on the Thursday meant we could enjoy it rather than rush through and this made a real difference. We couldn’t really speak more highly of Highden as a venue, team or experience.
Willa and Phil
Happy couple married in August
February 2024
Stunning venue
THE most stunning venue. We had the most incredible day and the icing on the cake were the beautiful, rural and private surroundings. I could have imagined a more perfect location
Alice
Happy couple married in July
February 2024
The most perfect venue for our 'Festival' themed w
The most perfect venue for our 'Festival' themed wedding. From start to finish the Denman family were so helpful and they certainly help make our dream a reality. The Cow Field had the most wonderful views of the South Downs and the space was extraordinary. We were always in constant communication wth Philly and nothing was ever a problem. We hired fire pits, walk in fridge and tents from Highden, which made things easier for us. Seriously, if anyone wants to recreate what we did, I couldn't rec
Jade
Happy couple married in April
February 2024
Best Wedding
We hired cowdown field for our wedding reception and we couldn’t have asked for anymore. Louisa and the family were absolutely fantastic to deal with, we had postponed the wedding twice due to covid and they were incredibly flexible and understanding. The venue has the best views in Sussex which make for the perfect back drop to an outdoor wedding! Thank you highden!
Jess
Happy couple married in September
February 2024
The most beautiful location for our wedding day!
The most beautiful location for our wedding day! The walled garden at the Highden Estate was the most beautiful setting for our wedding. The flowers were in full bloom and looked stunning! The Highden team were super friendly, professional and efficient. We had the best day ever!
Frankie Neame
Happy couple married in May
February 2024
Best day ever
Louisa, Jane, Philly and Kirsty were the most incredible venue suppliers I could have asked for. They supported me every step of the way and the venue itself was everything I dreamed of. Secret Garden was my favourite film as a child and I felt I was there for my wedding thanks to this venue. Fully flexibility on how I wanted to have the layout and decor, full support in the lead up and throughout the day itself. Can’t thank you all enough. I highly recommend having your wedding, reception, part
Umang Qazi
Happy couple married in June
February 2024
Highden Estate venue
The walled garden at Highden was the most magical setting for our wedding in late May. The Denman family have created such a special place and Louisa was very accommodating throughout, allowing us full freedom to make the space our own for the weekend. Kirsty was a star on the day and helped everything run smoothly. We can’t thank them enough for helping us create a spectacular celebration…we just wish we could do it all again!
Gilly and Robbie
Happy couple married in May
February 2024
The day we dreamt of
We got Married in May 2023. It was the most amazing day. We were allowed to amend the venue so it suited our needs. We could decorate it how we wanted to. We had our ceremony outside in the garden of the Walled Garden. It was beautiful and exactly how we wanted it. The Highden Team were amazing, so helpful on the day and with giving us suppliers. Thank you so much to everyone. We feel so lucky to have had our wedding a Highden in the walled garden and wouldn't want it anywhere else. Thank you! :)
Jane
Wedding: May
February 2024
The dream venue
My son got married at this venue and it was the most amazing day. We helped set up the day before and then enjoyed the whole day on Saturday. The garden was stunning and kept in perfect condition. Thank you so much to the team.

Location & Contact Details for Highden Estate

Wedding Venue Address

Highden Estate, Washington, West Sussex, RH20 4BA, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

Storrington

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A24

Nearest Train Station

Horsham

Nearest Airport

Gatwick

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Highden Estate?

My sisters and I all got married in the Walled Garden

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Open a bottle of wine

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Lavender sprinkled under the archway so that when guests arrive at the venue it smells beautiful

Describe Highden Estate in 5 adjectives

Beautiful, secluded, exclusive, magical and vibrant

Where’s the best photo spot at Highden Estate?

I like the shot under the archway

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Highden Estate?

Maybe soon ;)

What’s your favourite canapé?

Honey and mustard cocktail sausages

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese and cake

What is Highden Estate most unique feature?

The Walled Garden itself

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Being part of such a special day for couple and seeing them happy in our venue
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