A luxury wedding barn venue, tucked away in the heart of the West Sussex countryside. Southend Barns has its own in-house catering team known as Roots.
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Set on a farm in the beautiful West Sussex countryside, Southend Barns is surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens and ample outdoor space with a picturesque courtyard that lies at the heart of the venue. As evening falls, the gardens are lit with romantic up-lights that highlight the fantastic flint and log walls of the wedding barns. Here guests can gather in the relaxing and sheltered Collecti
ng Yard with its sumptuous sofas, fire pit and al fresco bar to enjoy a truly magical evening setting. The Dairy Barn has been lovingly restored with rustic charm and romantic touches and can host 120 loved ones for a ceremony. With a wonderful sweeping 22-metre aisle, exposed wooden beams and benches made of sweet chestnut, it’s an idyllic setting to tie the knot. Southend Barns also has a fully licensed outdoor ceremony area known as The Secret Garden, which can accommodate up to 100 guests. This enchanting garden is nestled in a tranquil spot between the resident alpacas’ field and the flint walls of the Dairy Barn. Post-vows, dine and dance the night away in the magnificent 220-year-old Threshing Barn, which is full of warmth and character with its authentic wooden beams and wrought iron chandeliers. Large windows provide spectacular views of the landscaped gardens and sunsets over the surrounding countryside. The Threshing Barn can seat 120 diners, and 200 guests can attend the evening reception. When tying the knot here, there’s also on-site accommodation with a luxurious shepherd’s hut and large bridal suite that comes with everything you could need. Offering mouth-watering and innovative menus using seasonal and fresh produce, sourced from local suppliers or grown on-site in the venue's kitchen garden, Roots runs special menu tasting events for couples. For more information about Southend Barns please visit www.southendbarns.co.uk or call 01243 641247.
16/08/2025
💍 SOUTHEND BARNS | THE WEDDING JOURNEY | PART 1
From your first enquiry to those last moments on the dance floor. Your wedding journey at Southend Barns is all about keeping things relaxed, fun, and stress-free.
With the help of our amazing team at Southend Barns and Roots Catering, we’ve created a planning experience that’s simple and enjoyable. So you can focus on the exciting bits like food tastings, outfit choices, and celebrating with your favourite people.
Are you engaged and ready to start planning your dream day? We’d love to hear from you. 💫
When it comes to your wedding breakfast, we’ve seen so many fab top table setups here at Southend Barns - from traditional tables with family and the wedding party, to sweetheart tables for two, or even a relaxed all-in-one banquet style with the whole crew.
There’s no right or wrong, just what feels right for you.
What does your dream top table look like? Tag who you'd want sitting next to you!
📸 - Senior Mac Photography
📸 - Moonflower films
📸 - Lauren Mitchell Photography
📸 - James White Photography
14/08/2025
ITS ALL IN THE LITTLE DEATILS🥂
Congratulations, Mr & Mrs Durrant! 💍
We love hearing feedback like this. From the very first planning steps to the big day itself, we pride ourselves on perfecting every little detail of your journey as Bride and Groom. Our team always goes the extra mile to make sure your day is truly unforgettable.
📸 - Hayley Kim Hall Photography
08/08/2025
SOUTHEND BARNS TOP 3 WEDDING FAVOURS OF 2025 (So Far…)💍
We’ve seen so many beautiful and creative touches already this wedding season, but when it comes to guest favours, these three have definitely been some of our favourites.
Rachel has been part of Roots Catering since the very beginning. She’s seen it grow and develop over the years, and has played a huge role in the Roots journey.
Discover more about Rachel and her passion for pastry in our Q&A.
We’d love to hear from you too, what’s your favourite Roots dessert? Let us know in the comments below!
31/07/2025
MAMA LOU SHEPHERD'S HUT 💫
Tucked away in our peaceful countryside setting, Mama Lou is the ultimate in first-class glamping – perfect for unwind in style after the celebrations.
After a magical day of celebrating, retreat to your own little haven. With a roaring fire, cosy interiors and the gentle sounds of nature all around, it’s the dreamiest way to relax and recharge.
We absolutely love seeing the Threshing Barn transform from a stunning dinner setting into the ultimate party space. With a built-in stage and a spacious, versatile dance floor, it’s made for live music, DJs, and the famous dad dancing 🕺
And the best bit? The Roots Bar is right there in the barn, with our outdoor kitchen just steps away too – so you won’t miss a moment of the fun (or the food)!
At Southend Barns and Roots Catering, we believe the drinks should be just as memorable as the food. Our handcrafted cocktails bring a splash of flavour, fun, and personality to your big day, from classic favourites to signature sips.
We’re raising a glass to the little moments that make your wedding truly unforgettable.
📸 - Hana Venn Photography
📸 - Jacob Malinski Photography
📸 - Kelly Hearn Photography
📸 - Chris Giles Photography
📸 - Moonflower films
23/07/2025
MILKING PARLOUR GARDENS🌿🌼
Our Milking Parlour gardens are a true hidden gem – every corner makes a stunning backdrop. With exclusive access just for you on your wedding day, it’s the perfect private escape for getting ready moments and those dreamy couple portraits.
Huge shout-out to our amazing garden and maintenance team, Gemma, Zach and Lee, who work their magic to keep everything looking picture-perfect all year round 💚
📸 - Moonflower Weddings
📸 - Jasmine Andrews Photography
📸 - Senior Mac Photography
📸 - Weddings By Tom Langford - Photographer
22/07/2025
TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY💍
We are blown away with this beautiful feedback from our lovely couple Mr and Mrs Bryant.
We are delighted to hear you had the best wedding day, filled with compliments of our dedicated team and incredible Roots Chefs. We really do have the best team!
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Set on a stunning working farm in the beautiful West Sussex Countryside, Southend Barns has been lovingly restored with rustic charm and romantic touches. Surrounded by truly beautiful landscaped gardens and peaceful courtyards, it is a truly magical setting for your wedding celebration.
Our simple yet romantic Dairy Barn is fully licensed for all Civil Ceremonies and partnerships. With a delightful sweeping aisle, exposed wooden beams and benches made of sweet chestnut, the wedding barn is a truly idyllic setting for couples to exchange vows. We have also launched a new fully licensed outdoor ceremony area known as The Secret Garden.
You can dine and dance the night away in our magnificent 200-year-old Threshing Barn which emits warmth and character, with its authentic wooden beams and wrought iron chandeliers. The large windows provide you with stunning views of the surrounding gardens and sunsets over the South Downs.
The romantic and tranquil gardens provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding. As night falls, the gardens come alive with the twinkling of the lanterns and the crackling of the roaring fire pit to make an enchanting evening setting.
You can prepare for one of the biggest days of your lives at Southend Barn in the calm and luxurious surroundings of our Bridal Suite, which is in its very own private courtyard within the grounds of Southend Barns. Situated just half a mile up the road is The Blacksmiths, our relaxed and stylish pub with three uniquely furnished bedrooms.
For more information about Southend Barns please visit www.southendfarms.co.uk or call 01243 641247.
