Sarah and Steve’s Sussex Countryside wedding was a stunning celebration of love, family, and nature, held on a bright spring day at Blackstock Country Estate. The morning began with a soft May breeze sweeping over the rolling hills, the fresh scent of the countryside setting the scene for a day filled with promise and joy. The couple chose Blackstock Estate for its picturesque landscape and rustic elegance, allowing them to embrace a relaxed, yet beautiful day surrounded by those they loved most.
From the tranquil sounds of birdsong as guests arrived to the intimate ceremony in the Tudor Barn with sunlight streaming through the beams, their day embodied everything couples dream of when planning a wedding in the beautiful Sussex Countryside. Every detail, from the personal touches honouring loved ones to the warmth and laughter shared among family and friends, reflected their love story and their wish for a day that was both meaningful and effortlessly beautiful in the heart of Sussex.
All images by Anthony Elvy.
Sarah and Steve’s day began with Sarah arriving early with her friend Katie for hair and makeup in the Bridal Suite, enjoying a calm space to prepare while laughter and quiet anticipation filled the morning. Steve arrived before midday to welcome their guests and soak in the rolling countryside views that would frame their day, setting the perfect tone for a Sussex Countryside wedding filled with warmth and personal touches, including a lantern table to honour loved ones.
At 1 pm, Sarah and Steve exchanged their vows in the Tudor Barn, with natural light illuminating the rustic beams and their carefully chosen Spotify playlist playing softly. Surrounded by 47 guests and their closest family, the couple’s ceremony was emotional and intimate, capturing the essence of a Sussex Countryside wedding. After the ceremony, the Blackstock Buggy was ready to whisk them away for photographs around the estate with photographer Anthony Elvy, ensuring every smile and tender glance was captured against the stunning Sussex countryside backdrop.
Following their ceremony, guests gathered for a relaxed drinks reception featuring sparkling elderflower, orange juice for the children, and prosecco for toasts, alongside canapés of mini fish and chips and onion bhajis. The wedding breakfast in the Granary reflected the couple’s vision for a relaxed Sussex Countryside Wedding, with a BBQ feast of prawn skewers, peppered steaks, burgers, and fresh summer salads. Guests appreciated the flexibility of the dining experience, and commented on the amazing atmosphere the barn and the surroundings gave.
As speeches concluded, Sarah and Steve cut their wedding cake, baked with love by a close friend, and shared cupcakes with their guests, adding a warm, personal touch to the celebration. DJ Phil Morton from MTA Events created a lively atmosphere in the Tudor Barn, inviting everyone to the dance floor as the evening unfolded. The Sussex Countryside wedding celebration continued with an evening buffet, ensuring guests were well-fed while laughter and dancing filled the barn into the night.
Guests enjoyed a seamless experience by staying in the Blackstock Estate accommodation, allowing Sarah and Steve’s Sussex Countryside Wedding to extend into the following morning with a shared breakfast among the rolling countryside views. This peaceful start to the next day allowed the couple and their family to reflect on a day filled with love and celebration without the stress of travel.
Sarah and Steve’s Sussex Countryside Wedding was a true reflection of their personalities, love, and the beauty of a relaxed countryside celebration.
If you are looking to plan your own Sussex Countryside wedding surrounded by nature, warmth, and timeless charm, contact Blackstock Country Estate today or book your private viewing online to begin your wedding journey in the heart of the Sussex Countryside.
