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St Mary's House & Gardens


Bramber, West Sussex, BN44 3WE

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Magnificent timber-framed monastic inn, founded by Bishop Waynflete of Winchester in 1470 for pilgrims journeying to Canterbury. Fine panelled rooms including the unique 16th century trompe l'oeil 'Painted Room'. The Library contains an important collection of works by 19th century poet, Thomas Hood.



Features: Five acres of charming gardens including amusing animal topiary and the splendid Victorian 'Secret' Garden.

Visitor Opening TimesBack to top


May–end September: Sundays, Thursdays & Bank Holiday Mondays, 2–6pm. Last entry 5pm. Groups at other times by arrangement.

Please contact the property for up to date opening times

Film LocationsBack to top

Timber-framed medieval house with beautiful gardens.

Past TV & Filming:
BBC 1 - Doctor Who & Going for a Song
BB1 - Jim'll Fix It
Meridian - Grass Roots & Crown and Country
TV South - Coast to Coast
Channel 5 - The Great House Game & The Great Garden Game

Educational FacilitiesBack to top

History comes alive at St. Mary's House! Our tours begin in the early Norman period, and as we move from room to room, we see the many changes that have taken place in St Mary's during its history, and the events that have influenced those changes. By the end of the tour, visitors have travelled through 500 years of history. St Mary's is especially suitable for school parties, due to the ancient atmosphere of the house, yet at the same time it is still a lived in home, rather than a 'museum piece'.



April - Sept: 9 - 5am. Groups size: 15 - 45.

Groups and special visitsBack to top

Magnificent timber-framed monastic inn, founded by Bishop Waynflete of Winchester in 1470 for pilgrims journeying to Canterbury. Fine panelled rooms including the unique 16th century trompe l'oeil 'Painted Room'. The Library contains an important collection of works by 19th century poet, Thomas Hood.



Features: Five acres of charming gardens including amusing animal topiary and the splendid Victorian 'Secret' Garden.

Tailor Made Facilities
Visits to HouseYes
Visits to GardenYes
Other EventsYes
Light RefreshmentsYes
LunchNo
DinnerNo
Contact Details
Contact:    Peter Thorogood Esq
Address:    Saint Mary's
Town:    Bramber
County:    West Sussex
Postcode:    BN44 3WE
Email:    info@stmarysbramber.co.uk

Wedding FacilitiesBack to top

St Mary's House is an enchanting Grade 1 Historic House with beautiful gardens in the pretty downland village of Bramber. Pools, fountains and amusing topiary make the romantic surroundings a perfect venue for your wedding and/or reception. The unique Elizabethan 'Painted Room' with its splendid 'Trompe L'oeil' murals is licensed for ceremonies with up to 25 people. The elegant Victorian Music Room can accommodate up to 90 guest for larger ceremonies or receptions.

Corporate FunctionsBack to top

St Mary's House is a magnificent Grade 1 Historic House with beautiful gardens in the downland village of Bramber. It is surrounded by formal and topiary gardens. The atmospheric surroundings make it a perfect venue for conferences, meetings, lunches, dinners and receptions. The Victorian Music Room, in the 1890s for soirees, can accommodate up to 80 guest. Other rooms are available for more exclusive events.

Visit www.stmarysbramber.co.uk for more information

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