The Pilgrims Rest A small yet perfectly formed wedding venue
The Pilgrims Rest is a 600 year old Wealden Hall house, full of rustic charm and perfect for exclusive use weddings and receptions all year round.
Nestled next to Battle Abbey in East Sussex, the Pilgrims Rest is an historic gem, with endless historic features from huge inglenook fireplaces to ancient beams; linenfold doors to oak floors. There are even witch’s marks to ward off evil spirits and a secret tunnel hidden under the Great Hall fireplace that runs beneath the Abbey walls.
The Pilgrims Rest is truly unique but so much more than just a beautiful old building - this grand old lady has historic soul. She has hosted celebrations from Medieval banquets to Georgian balls, Victorian luncheons to Edwardian tea dances. Over six centuries flagons of ale, goblets of wine and flutes of champagne have been consumed beneath her eaves, to the sounds of merriment and laughter flooding through her walls.
The Pilgrims Rest has been designed and furnished to need little decoration, but one you can make your own There are no corkage charges, no fixed suppliers and no hidden extras, giving you the choice to have a DIY wedding, a fully catered wedding or anything in between. The Pilgrims Rest is a unique venue that is beautiful yet affordable; aspirational yet relaxed.
Whether you are planning a micro wedding, a small wedding or one a little larger, The Pilgrims Rest is stunning all year round. No matter what time of year you choose to have your wedding, The Pilgrims Rest is quite simply a magical place to tie the knot. During the warmer months and when the sun is shining, your guests can flood out into the sunny walled and cottage gardens; As the evenings draw in - stoke up the fires, light some candles and watch as this grand old lady sparkles into life. The Pilgrims Rest...be a part of her history
The Pilgrims Rest, 1 High Street, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0AE Telephone: 07552873448 Email: venue@pilgrimsrestbattle.co.uk