Information regarding recent developments at Bader College and Herstmonceux Castle. (20/11/2023)

Recently, we have learned about a number of structural issues at the Castle requiring immediate attention, including repairs needed to the south wall of the building. A structural engineer visited the Castle two weeks ago and confirmed that the situation is more serious than previously understood.
As a result, portions of the Castle have closed to ensure the health and safety of students, staff, and faculty, and out of an abundance of caution, all operations at the Castle have been suspended. Academic programming at Bader College has moved online until the end of the fall term, and students will continue their studies in January at the Kingston, Ontario, campus of Queen’s University in Canada. Bader College staff and professionals from Queen’s University are working very hard to ensure a smooth transition for all involved.
Bader College continues to assess the situation and the full extent of the work needed, but it is clear at this point that repairs to the Castle will take at least 12-18 months. Additionally, a complete survey of other areas of the Castle will be undertaken in late January/early February.
We realise this may be distressing news for many within the local community, and those with close ties to Bader College and the Castle. As much as possible, we will keep you informed about ongoing developments at the Castle.

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Herstmonceux Castle offers a variety of indoor and outdoor wedding spaces that differ in size and style.

Whether you are looking for a traditional castle ballroom for your wedding ceremony, period gardens to entertain or an enclosed court yard within the 15th century red brick castle, we have a space to suit you and wow your wedding guests.

We offer on-site catering of the highest standard and the catering team will work with you to make sure the food is perfect and tailored to any individual dietary requirements.

Throughout the year we can also offer on-site accommodation and a wedding suite located within the castle itself, making it even easier to enjoy the day without the added stresses of travel at the end of your special day.

Due to Herstmonceux Castle operating day to day as an international study centre for students around the world, we can offer a variety of technological solutions for your day such as high speed wifi, large portable touch screens, speakers and a variety of other AV equipment.

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A wedding day can be a challenge to organise, however the team at Herstmonceux Castle have over 25 years of experience supporting our happy couples and special guests.

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Perfect for medium sized wedding ceremonies of up to 100 guests.

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Elizabethan Room


Perfect for small wedding ceremonies of up to 30 guests.

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Cloisters


Perfect for larger or smaller sized outdoor wedding ceremonies.

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With a range of beautiful rooms to choose from, period gardens, enclosed court yard, on-site accommodation and catering, you will be spoiled for choice.

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Our dedicated team of chefs have a range of options for your special meal and we also offer on-site accommodation to remove some pressure from your special day.

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