Most recently, Alfriston Gardens has been named a Finalist in the Guides for Brides Customer Service Awards 2026, which recognise wedding businesses delivering exceptional service based entirely on real couple reviews submitted on guidesforbrides.co.uk.
Nikita Thorne, Head of Strategy at Guide for Brides, said: “Exceptional customer experience has never mattered more. Couples are more informed, more selective and expect transparency, care and consistency at every touchpoint. These awards recognise businesses that don’t just meet expectations but raise standards across the industry.”
This national recognition sits alongside further major achievements. Alfriston Gardens has also been shortlisted as a Finalist in the UK Wedding and Honeymoon Awards 2026, in the UK Wedding Venue Grand category, and was recently awarded Highly Commended for Best Barn Venue in the Southeast at The Wedding Industry Awards 2026.
Together, these accolades reflect the venue’s strong reputation within the UK wedding industry, not only for its picturesque South Downs setting, but for its personalised approach, attention to detail and commitment to creating relaxed, well-run wedding days for couples and their guests.
Janie Fox, Manager of Alfriston Gardens commented: “To be recognised across multiple national awards in the same year is a tremendous honour, and to be counted among such respected peers is both humbling and inspiring. Thank you to our amazing couples and dedicated team. Every wedding at Alfriston Gardens is delivered with genuine care and attention to detail, and it is deeply rewarding to see this reflected in the experiences shared by our couples. Being finalists is not the finish line; it’s motivation to keep raising the bar for every couple who chooses to celebrate at Alfriston Gardens.”
Winners of the Guides for Brides Customer Service Awards will be announced at a black-tie ceremony on 18th March 2026.
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