Lewes Register Office

Winterbourne Suite

Room Capacity: 15 (couple plus 13)

Seated Capacity: 15

Located on the first floor, the Winterbourne Suite is perfect for the smaller more intimate ceremonies. Decorated in blue and silver with a small window overlooking the gardens.

Please note that as a listed building, Southover Grange does not have lift access to the first floor area where the Winterbourne Suite is located. This room is therefore not accessible to anyone who may require assistance to use the stairs. If you and/or any of your guests have accessibility needs, please consider this when choosing your ceremony room.

Room capacities include you, your partner, all guests (including witnesses and children) and any photographers, videographers, musicians and singers.

Evelyn Room

Room Capacity: 20 (couple plus 18)

Seated Capacity: 12 to 15

A light and airy room with views over the gardens. Neutrally decorated to suit all tastes, with two luxury sofas and a window seat provide seating for 12 to 15 guests. The Evelyn Room is located on the ground floor of Southover Grange.

Room capacities include you, your partner, all guests (including witnesses and children) and any photographers, videographers, musicians and singers.

Ainsworth Room

Room Capacity: 60 (couple plus 58)

Seated Capacity: 60

Similarly decorated to the Evelyn Room, the Ainsworth Room is perfect for larger celebrations. This room features a central aisle, two chandeliers and large windows overlooking the beautiful Southover gardens. The Ainsworth Room is located on the ground floor.

Room capacities include you, your partner, all guests (including witnesses and children) and any photographers, videographers, musicians and singers.

Newton Room

Room Capacity: 60 (couple plus 58)

Seated Capacity: 60

A bright and warm room with a central aisle and a carved wooden fireplace, finished with red and gold cushioned seats. The Newton Room is located on the ground floor.

Room capacities include you, your partner, all guests (including witnesses and children) and any photographers, videographers, musicians and singers.

Further Information

Paid on street parking is available at Lewes train station, or on the streets surrounding Southover Grange. Lewes train station is a 10-minute walk from Southover Grange.

Please be aware there are no changing facilities at the Register Office, you and your guests should arrive dressed and ready for the ceremony to begin on time.

Southover Grange Gardens

Southover Grange public gardens are managed by Lewes District Council (LDC).

Dogs are not permitted within the gardens.

The consumption of alcohol is prohibited.

If you have any questions regarding the use and byelaws please contact LDC.