The Oak Barn offers a peaceful and welcoming wake venue in Burgess Hill for funeral receptions, celebration of life gatherings, and family memorial events across West Sussex.
We regularly welcome families from Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Hassocks and surrounding areas across West Sussex where our experienced team provides compassionate support, private dining options, buffet catering, and a calm atmosphere to help families gather together comfortably during difficult times.
We offer:
A peaceful countryside setting with a warm, welcoming atmosphere
A range of flexible spaces, including the Main Restaurant, Lounge, Bar Area, and Courtyard
Accommodation for both intimate receptions and larger gatherings
A dedicated, compassionate team to assist with all arrangements
A variety of menu options: light refreshments, buffet selections, or bespoke menus tailored to your needs
Freshly prepared dishes made in-house using high-quality ingredients
Ample free parking on-site and easy accessibility for all guests
If you would like to discuss arrangements or check availability, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re here to support you and help make the process as smooth and comforting as possible.
We have a dedicated and passionate team of chefs who provide us with a wealth of talent, evident in both style and quality of our food.
Choose from our extensive buffet menu which is designed to suit all needs and requirements. All drinks will be served from our fully stocked bar.
We can cater for up to 150 people across various areas of the barn using both indoor and outdoor space.
Very talented and experienced chefs and waitresses. Complimentary parking. Disabled facilities throughout.
Yes. The Oak Barn provides a peaceful and welcoming setting for wakes, funeral receptions and celebrations of life. Our experienced team will help you organise the gathering sensitively and make the arrangements as straightforward as possible.
We can accommodate everything from a small, intimate gathering to a much larger reception. We have several different areas available, including the Main Restaurant, Cartroom, Gallery, Bar, Lounge and outdoor spaces. We will recommend the most suitable area based on your expected number of guests.
We offer a selection of freshly prepared buffet options.
Yes. We can cater for a range of allergies and dietary requirements, including vegetarian and vegan guests. Please provide us with the details in advance so that our chefs can advise you and prepare suitable options.
Yes. We have ample complimentary parking available on-site, helping to make arrival easier for family members and other guests.
Private and semi-private areas may be available, depending on the size of your gathering and other bookings taking place that day. Please be aware that we will be open to the general public as well.
We understand that wakes often need to be arranged at relatively short notice. Please call us as soon as you know the date, approximate time and expected number of guests, and we will do everything reasonably possible to accommodate you.
The Oak Barn in Burgess Hill is about 13–15 miles from Worth Crematorium in Crawley — also known as Surrey & Sussex Crematorium.
Allow roughly 25–30 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
The Oak Barn is on Cuckfield Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8RE and Worth Crematorium / Surrey & Sussex Crematorium is on Balcombe Road, Crawley RH10 3NQ
Our huge range of locally sourced, freshly cooked to order hot and cold- light bites menu, A’ la carte menu and our daily chefs’ special menus are available during the below hours
Day | Hours |
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Mon – Sat | 12pm – 3pm 6pm – 9pm |
Sunday | 12pm – 7pm |
Drinks, Coffee and Light Bar Snacks available
Day | Hours |
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Mon – Fri | 10am – 11pm |
Saturday | 11am – 11pm |
Sunday | 11am – 9:30pm |
Our menus are available from Mon-Sat 12:00pm-3:00pm & 6:00pm-9.00pm & Sun 12-7pm
Drinks, Coffees and Light Bar Snacks are available Mon-Fri from 10am-close & Sat-Sun from 11am-close.
There is a huge range of locally sourced, freshly cooked to order hot and cold- light bites menu, A’ la carte menu and our daily chefs’ special menu.
The menus are available from Mon-Sat 12:00pm-3:00pm & 6:00pm-9.00pm & Sun 12-7pm
Drinks, Coffees and Light Bar Snacks are available Mon-Fri from 10am-close & Sat-Sun from 11am-close.
