Your wedding at the Hydro Hotel
Situated on an elevated setting, the Hydro Hotel
offers panoramic sea views and the unique
proposition of the Coastal Terrace, an outdoor
wedding ceremony facility overlooking the ocean.
We offer an array of function rooms, large
lounges and 82 bedrooms. Our 4 Star rating
assures you of our standard where we pride
ourselves on the very best personal service and
attention before and during the most important
day of your life.
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Coastal elegance
COASTAL TERRACE
The Coastal TerraceThe Coastal Terrace was unveiled in summer 2017 and features a custom-made dome with open sides in front of a stone tiled terrace and decorative plants. Located within the private gardens of the hotel, it has panoramic sea views and gives couples the opportunity of saying their vows outside within the Hydro’s unique setting. The sea makes a particularly special backdrop behind the wedding couple. The Coastal Terrace is approached via a stoned tiled path for easy access and grand bridal entrance. Should the weather be inclement, the wedding ceremony can be held within the hotel.
Licensed for civil ceremonies – maximum 80 guests seated; 100 standing
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THE WEDGWOOD BALLROOM
Choose your setting
Other room options
We are able to offer smaller function rooms for more
intimate weddings. Perhaps you would like a dinner
for two, or celebration for immediate family members.
The Orangery and Meads room provide two options to
ensure a memorable occasion.
The Wedgwood BallroomThe Wedgwood Ballroom is an elegant room located on the first floor, complete with private balcony overlooking the sea. The room features a solid wooden floor, decorative walls and ceilings in the traditional Wedgwood style, plus chandeliers. It makes an ideal room for a civil ceremony and can also be used for a wedding breakfast.
Licensed for civil ceremonies – maximum 100 guestsWedding breakfast – maximum 70 guests
The Drawing RoomThe Drawing Room offers a more intimate space for smaller wedding ceremonies. It features a high ceiling, fine art and soft lighting. It is easily accessed due to its location on the ground floor of the hotel.
Licensed for civil ceremonies – maximum 50 guests
The Garden SuiteThe largest function room in the hotel, The Garden suite is a light and air-conditioned venue with sea views and private terrace overlooking the south coast. It can host both a wedding breakfast and evening reception. It has its own bar, reception area and cloakroom facilities. The outdoor terrace is an exclusive space for the Garden Suite and makes a lovely setting for summer weddings watching the sun set and enjoying the sound of the waves. The room can be quickly transformed into an evening function space with dance floor and DJ or band.
Wedding breakfast – maximum 100 guests
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We offer three licensed options for your wedding ceremony, two rooms for your wedding breakfast and one for an evening function.
THE GARDEN SUITE
THE DRAWING ROOM
The Sussex Package
To keep planning simple we have created a comprehensive wedding package based on 50 adults. You can upgrade items from our list of finishing touches to match your exact requirements.
The Sussex package includes:• Red carpet on arrival• Ceremony room hire• Glass of Pimm’s or sparkling wine per guest for the reception• Wedding breakfast and evening reception room hire• Half a bottle of house wine per guest for the wedding breakfast• Three course wedding breakfast • Coffee and petits fours• Glass of sparkling wine per guest for the toast• Banqueting manager • Cake stand and knife• Evening buffet (six items per guest)• Private evening bar• Dance floor• Sea view bedroom for the wedding couple with a bottle of Champagne• Private breakfast for up to 30 residential guests the following morning• Chair covers and sash on indoor chairs or Coastal Terrace chairs • White table linen• Menus and table plan• Dedicated wedding coordinator• Complimentary menu tasting with wine for the wedding couple prior
to the wedding
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May | June | September July and August March | April | October | December November | January | February
Saturday £105 £115 £90 £80
Friday and Sunday £95 £105 £80 £70
Monday to Thursday £90 £100 £75 £65
Prices per adult based on a minimum number of 50 adults
THE GARDEN SUITE
Hydro wedding afternoon tea
In keeping with what once was tradition, we offer the option of a wedding afternoon tea. This comprises of a selection of dainty sandwiches, homemade fruit scones, sweet treats and an individual Eton Mess.
Includes the following:• Wedding ceremony room hire• Glass of Pimm’s or Prosecco on arrival• Full afternoon tea, served on cake stands• Tea and coffee• A glass of sparkling wine for the toast• Venue hire until 6:00pm
£50 per person Plus, evening room hire is available from £350
DOWNLANDS SUITE
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Sample wedding menus
An important part of any wedding is the meal and celebration that follows the ceremony. We have created a number of menu options to give you a selection of quality dishes to choose from. The current and full menu choices are on the website, with some of our favourites and recommendations below. Vegetarian options are available and vegan dishes can also be provided.
We also provide a selection of soups, great for winter weddings; plus, a selection of sorbets for an additional fourth course treat. We can even offer a roast main course should you prefer.
StartersAvocado, mango and prawn salad, micro coriander
Pressed chicken and parsley terrine, piccalilli, walnut and raisin toast
Scottish oak smoked salmon, horseradish cream, marinated cucumber pistachio, Chardonnay jelly (£5 per person supplement)
Assiette of melon and fruit salsa (v)
Chargrilled marinated vegetable, stack pan fried halloumi, sauce verge (v)
Main coursesPan seared salmon, tiger king prawns, sautéed potato, cauliflower purée
Roast saddle of lamb with a garlic thyme jus, skordalia potato
Pan fried loin of cod on parsley mash, puy lentils, croutons and beurre blanc
Chargrilled ricotta and spinach breast of chicken, tomato basil and Madeira jus
Fillet of beef with fondant potatoes, tomato, green beans and reduction jus (£7.50 per person supplement)
Slow baked butternut squash with chestnut and cranberry spiked rice (v)
DessertsChocolate torte, crushed honeycomb, honeycomb ice cream
Lemon delice, raspberry macaroon, lemon curd
White chocolate and raspberry cheesecake, marinated raspberries, chocolate sauce
Crème brûlée, chocolate chip shortbread
Coffee and petits fours
SOUTH DOWNS SUITE
Evening buffet
Once the party has begun and the band or DJ are in full swing, we will provide an evening finger buffet for guests attending the evening function.
Popular choices include:
Selection of sandwiches
Barbecue spare ribs
Breaded chicken goujons
Savoury nachos with three dips
Breaded prawns and chilli dip
Selection of vol au vents
Sausage rolls
Cajun chicken drumsticks
Chargrilled marinated vegetable stack, pan fried halloumi, sauce verge (v)
Vegetable quiche (v)
Vegetable samosas (v)
Vegetable crudities with 3 dips (v)
Fresh fruit platter (v)
Mini cakes and selection of pastries (v)
Evening guests only from £16.95 per person
Finishing touches
We offer a number of bespoke items to enable you to create additional finishing touches to your wedding. In addition to the list below, we can also offer fun items such as evening gin and tonics and candy wheels.
Highlights include:
Additional reception drinks, such as Pimm’s or Prosecco - from £8 per drink per person
Upgrade to Champagne for your drinks reception or toast drink - from £3.50 per person
Additional demitasse of soup or sorbet course during your wedding breakfast - from £4 per person
Additional cheese platter per table - from £40 per table
Additional items for your evening buffet - from £4 per item per person
Please see our website for the full current menu and pricing; simply choose six items from the available choices.
With 82 bedrooms across a variety of room types, you and your guests can stay the night on site and enjoy an overnight stay inclusive of breakfast. Plus, for the wedding couple we have two master suites, complete with private lounge with stunning sea views. These large suites provide plenty of space for the bride getting ready the morning of the wedding and a great place to adjourn to after the big day.
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Stay the night
We offer preferential wedding rates for your guests and will hold a number of bedrooms for you to enable these to be allocated to your party.
SUPERIOR BEDROOM
DOWNLANDS SUITE
Hydro HotelMount Road EastbourneEast SussexBN20 7HZ
Tel: 01323 746105
Email: [email protected]: hydrohotel.com
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Photographic contribution from Jacqulyn Hamilton Photography jacqulynhamilton.co.uk