Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a selection of the most frequently asked questions RE weddings at Battle Abbey. If your query is not covered here please get in touch via the contact form and we will get back to you ASAP.
Yes absolutely. We only ask you appoint a responsible person to ensure your dog is cared for during the day.
Yes but they will need to be located off site. (i.e visible from the Abbey but not in the Abbey grounds). The company you appoint must also be able to provide us with all the relevant insurance information we require.
Unfortunately no, due to the heritage status of the building.
No unfortunately not.
You can only smoke and vape outside the building and in the designated areas.
This is entirely up to you and the space for this can be made available. We always recommend letting any disabled or mobility guests park on site and can make additional parking available. There are also 3 other main car parks in Battle if you would prefer to leave the front of the Abbey relatively car free. (Please ensure you check the terms & conditions of the individual car parks).
Midnight and the DJ/Band will normally announce last orders at the bar at 11.30pm.
Absolutely. It’s always worth getting your chosen photographer to arrange a site visit with our wedding manager prior to your big day so they can check the site out beforehand.
Yes but we do charge corkage. Please refer to the wedding brochure for the latest prices. If you would like an independent supplier. i.e. cocktail van, mobile beer unit or something similar we charge a one off £100 fee per supplier.
This depends on what you are thinking really. If it is a sweet cart for instance, then no problem at all. If it is hot food then unfortunately not. If you would like an independent supplier. (i.e ice cream cart, oyster van or something similar) we do charge a one off fee of £100 per supplier.
Yes. Although we will need to know in advance so we can ensure a member of staff is available to assist with entry and exit.
Yes indeed. We will just need to know full details of the person/people you have appointed in advance.
Yes, midnight for all events and weddings.
Yes but outside only and away from the building. (Please ensure all confetti used is biodegradable).
We always recommend you have your own wedding insurance (this will cover your external suppliers too).
Yes but please can we have them dropped off or delivered at least one week prior to your big day.