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Pelham House

Lewes, East Sussex4.8 · 68 reviewsWebsite

Situated in the heart of historic Lewes, just over an hour from London and 25 minutes from Brighton, Pelham House is a stunning 16th-century townhouse wedding venue that offers a rich combination of historic charm and modern luxury. Exclusively yours for the day, this Grade II-listed venue offers everything you need for a memorable celebration, from grand, character-filled rooms to peaceful garden

Venue type
Unusual weddings
Capacity
50–150 guests (150 seated)
Ceremony licence
Celebration only

About Pelham House

Situated in the heart of historic Lewes, just over an hour from London and 25 minutes from Brighton, Pelham House is a stunning 16th-century townhouse wedding venue that offers a rich combination of historic charm and modern luxury. Exclusively yours for the day, this Grade II-listed venue offers everything you need for a memorable celebration, from grand, character-filled rooms to peaceful gardens framed by rolling countryside and the East Sussex clifftops. With stylish accommodation for up to 56 guests and a train station nearby, it's the ideal setting to gather loved ones with ease. Every space has been thoughtfully designed with your day in mind. Cortho r pe Mews is home to The Dressing Room , a luxurious haven where you can prepare, spend quality time with loved ones, and catch a glimpse of arriving guests whilst The Campion is a space where your partner can relax in private and prepare for the day ahead . For ceremonies, the Goring Room offers intimate charm with bay windows overlooking the garden s , while The Gazebo provides an enchanting alfresco option with picturesque surroundings and ultimate privacy . Your wedding breakfast takes place in The Blencowe Room, where grand marble pillars, intricate wood panelling, and dazzling feature lighting set the scene. Food and drink are at the heart of the experience here. From elegant plated courses to family-style sharing boards, wood-fired pizzas or vibrant street food, the chefs work closely with you to create a menu that reflects your style. With a flexible à la carte approach, personalised dishes, signature cocktails and a curated drinks list, every detail is considered. You can also sample it all in advance at one of thei r popular Chef’s Table events, where you’ll experience the service and flavours that await you on your big day. At the end of the night, the romantic Pelham Suite awaits . A beautifully appointed space featuring a private lounge, a freestanding bath, and an elegant bedroom it’s designed for the ultimate rest and reflection. Beyond the suite, stylish onsite accommodation means up to 56 of your loved ones can unwind in comfort, making it easy for everyone to linger a little longer and savour the celebration. From your first visit to your final farewell, the Pelham House team is by your side , warm, attentive, and always focused on bringing your unique vision to life.

Facilities, accommodation and access

  • Wedding coordinator
  • Accessible facilities
  • DJ facilities
  • Live band facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
  • Exclusive use
  • Evening reception facilities
  • Alcohol licence
  • In-house catering
  • Seated meal facilities
  • Dance floor
  • Buffet meal facilities

The venue in photographs

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Finding us

Pelham House, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1UW

Reviews

4.8 average from 68 reviews

Imported

If you’re thinking about booking Pelham House for your wedding day, do it! It’s a huge decision but was by far one of the best ones we made for our wedding. It was the first venue we visited in summer 2023, and we found ourselves comparing the other venues we saw back to Pelham House in one way or…

Rachel · 2026-02-07

Imported

It was absolutely amazing on the day and truly exceeded all of our expectations. From start to finish, the communication was excellent. On the day itself, everything ran perfectly. The food was fantastic, the service was flawless, and every detail was handled with such care and professionalism. The…

Natalia · 2025-12-09

Imported

It couldn’t have gone better. The team were so attentive, the service couldn’t have been better and the food was superb. Beth our events manager was amazing! Nes and Johnny were also great on the bar (the dr

James · 2026-05-06

Imported

We honestly can’t thank the team enough for making our wedding day so perfect. From start to finish, everything was incredible, and we truly had the best day! The communication throughout the entire planning process was fantastic, and the team was so organised, making everything feel completely…

Tim · 2026-07-07

Imported

Pelham House was the second venue we saw, and even though we had another couple of venues booked in, we decided Pelham was for us. The building has such a natural beauty, and not just in the main rooms, every aspect of the house and gardens is beautiful. It is in an ideal location, an hour from…

Tim C. · 2024-09-30

Imported

We could not recommend Pelham House more. Not only is it the most beautiful wedding venue either myself or my husband have ever been to, but the service we received from start to finish was fantastic. Nothing was too much for Dani and the team and our wedding was more than we could ever have…

Hannah · 2025-05-06

Imported

Pelham proved to be an incredible wedding venue, offering an all-in-one experience that made our special day seamless and stress-free. From the ceremony and wedding breakfast to the disco and hotel stay, everything was beautifully contained within one building—a true hidden gem in the heart of…

Jack · 2025-05-08

Imported

Pelham House was an amazing venue. They have the wow factor which really impressed us on our first visit and also noted by all our guests. The venue ticked all our boxes, it was very spacious which was needed to accommodate our guest numbers, had on-site accommodation which was another key factor…

Jodie · 2025-09-15

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