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Weddings at Nymans
Looking for a romantic venue in West Sussex for your wedding? With its atmospheric Loggia for the ceremony, fantastic locations for photographs and for your guests to explore and a wedding co-ordinator on hand, Nymans has everything you need for a day to remember.
The Loggia at Nymans
The perfect setting for a wedding, Nymans’ Italianate Loggia, licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies, is a gothic-style building with roses climbing its pretty stone arches. The romantic house and ruins provide a wonderful backdrop for your big day.
Intimate ceremonies for 30 guests can take place inside the Loggia or – for larger gatherings – an unlimited number of additional guests can be seated on the Loggia's secluded lawns.
You can also hold your reception in the new Riding House Tea-room.
Settings for your big day
At Nymans, it’s easy to lose yourself in this peaceful Sussex country setting. With hundreds of fantastic locations for photographs and for you and your guests to explore on the day, there are surprises around every corner.
'Nymans was my absolute dream venue; beautiful grounds, buildings and the ability to get married outside. From the very first viewing I knew it was the one. Sophie the Wedding Co-ordinator was friendly, enthusiastic and really helpful. There is nothing I could fault about the venue and when we received our photos there are so many beautiful backdrops with the stunning architecture and grounds. I would give Nymans a full 10/10 and would recommend it to anyone.'
– Maya and James – married 15 July 2017
Locations for photographs
The flamboyantly planted Wall Garden leads onto tree-lined avenues with hidden corners glimpsed through stone archways and views stretching across the Sussex Weald. Or perhaps you’d prefer a backdrop of dramatic sculptures, fountains and exposed stonework features; or maybe some simple shots in the formal rose garden surrounded by evergreen hedges? Whichever Nymans location you choose for your photographs, we’ll ensure a picturesque backdrop for your wedding memories.
By choosing to hold your wedding ceremony at Nymans, you're helping us to look after this special place for future generations.
Contact details
For further details and to arrange a viewing, please contact Sophie Sherriff on 07732 063906 or email her on: sophie.sherriff@nationaltrust.org.uk
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