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The Collecting Yard & Gardens (credit: Jessica Lilly Photography)

The wedding venue

Open since June 2012, Southend Barns is a family-run wedding venue located on what was once a working farm. Influenced by its rural setting and history but with plenty of stylish and contemporary touches, the venue offers a beautiful balance of old meets new.

The expansive open spaces, manicured gardens and tranquil courtyards create a perfect backdrop to your special day with plenty of magical spots for your wedding day photography.

Embracing the agricultural heritage of Southend Barns, the refurbished barns combine rustic charm with modern amenities and stylish decor.

Eco-friendly wedding barns and more

Built and run to be as eco-friendly as possible, the wedding barns have been carefully restored to create the perfect setting for a romantic civil ceremony and wedding reception.

Set in luscious landscaped gardens with hidden courtyards and a terrace bar, you and your guests can enjoy a real piece of paradise.

The Threshing Barn
The Threshing Barn (credit: James White)

The Threshing Barn

The Dairy Barn
The Dairy Barn

The Dairy Barn

The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden

The Secret Garden

The Collecting Yard & Gardens
The Collecting Yard (credit: Jessica Lilly Photography)

The Collecting Yard & Gardens

Luxurious wedding accommodation

As part of your wedding, you will have access to luxurious and unique spaces. The Milking Parlour is a fully equipped bridal suite with plenty of room for wedding day preparations as well as cosy touches for a relaxed overnight stay. Our Mama Lou Shepherd’s Hut offers something a bit different with snug but stylish interiors and a beautiful countryside setting. We also have six luxurious bell tents through the summer months that can be used by your guests.

The Milking Parlour Bridal Suite
Milking Parlour Bridal Suite

The Milking Parlour Bridal Suite

Mama Lou Shepherd's Hut
Mama Lou Shepherd's Hut

Mama Lou Shepherd’s Hut

Bell Tents
Luxury bell tent wedding guest accommodation, Chichester

Bell Tents

Offers & Dates
Wedding couple in front of firework display

Offers & Dates

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