Red find a real gem in west sussex…Northfields House

I am a great believer in things happen for a reason and this is even more true when you hear how we found a beautiful venue in West Sussex….. We received an enquiry from a couple that said they were having their wedding reception at a county house near Arundel? Bailiffscourt sprang to mind and as I was Head Chef there for 3 years I knew we would notbe able to cater at the country house.

I spoke to the couple and asked them if their venue was Bailiffscourt and was told No! Ok where else can it be… They mentioned Northfields House near Arundel. I had to confess that I had never heard of it. Anyway they gave me the details and as soon as I got off the phone I was onto Google…. Low and behold after some searching I found it… and was I glad! The Pictures looked awesome and I could not believe it was on our doorstep.

I sent and email and introduced myself and quickly got a reply. We set up a meeting, Andy (my business partner) and I went to visit the house and meet the owner. Driving into Northfields gives you a real lift and the grand tall house overwhelms you with excitement.

We were met by Bibi who is wonderful, Bibi looks after all the marketing and sales for the house alongside Alasdair’s who owns the great property, Alasdair’s family have lived in the hose for many years. We were taking on a guided tour of the many rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, drawing room, Piano room with no less than 5 Grand Pianos in the house. Then we went into the gardens were most of the weddings are staged with a marquee. The gardens are amazing, so much space, so quiet and beautifully manicured but still remaining rustic…. does that make sense?

There is a gorgeous outdoor heated swimming pool with pool house. Grass tennis courts, just like Wimbledon (without the grandstand) and lots and lots of unspoilt space!

The house also boast accommodation for up to 28 guests and if you fancy a game of squash then no problem…. the house has its own indoor squash court!

We are delighted to have found Northfields and since the start of our relationship, Alasdair has confirmed that we are now one of 2 recommended caterers and last week we secured our first wedding that was from the original phone call that told us about this stunning venue

We are also planning a corporate event for LWS Creative & Web Design in early February which will show the stunning venue off to 150 local business owners. I introduced Northfields to LWS when talking with Bibi and told them to contact Claire Love MD who would be more than happy to discuss web sites!

One more twist…. The groom of the couple that have booked us is the cousin of my good friend Jason who now lives in Scotland, he also is a great chef…. I taught him everything he knows!

So if you are looking for any type of corporate event be it t

eam building, seminar, directors lunch, board meeting, product launch or a fun day away from the office then Northfields is perfect for you!

Oh and don’t forget weddings….. you get the house for 3 days with lots of accommodation, swimming pool, tennis, squash and the chance to relax and chill out before the big day!

So all in all I think you will agree things do happen for a reason….

Regards

Dan Clarke

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