Choosing your ideal Kent wedding venue is an exciting part of your wedding planning. There is a huge choice of venue types in Kent including hotels, barns, country manor houses, romantic castles as well as chic city and town centre locations. Take a look at 'Kent wedding venues near me' in our listings below.
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Nestled in the heart of the Kentish Countryside surrounded by 150 acres of stunning landscape combining rolling hills, natural woodland and romantic orchards, The BarnYard is an enchanting setting for the most memorable day of your life. Tranquil, charming and unique, licensed for Ceremonies and home to both a beautiful old barn conversion as well as a truly luxurious permanent grand marquee which can host lavish receptions for up to 300 guests. Our converted barn is ideal to hire for later in the day wedding ceremonies followed by a party – simply called ‘Twilight Weddings’.
At Bilsington Priory, we tailor make our weddings to suit our client's dreams, 'Our Venue, your Dream'. This enables us to deliver a unique wedding experience for each and every couple who get married here. Our beautiful 13th century Priory is steeped in history: the site has been occupied since Roman times, with the Priory that we have now founded in 1253.
We invite you to explore The Bromley Court Hotel as we join you on an unforgettable journey from your engagement to the biggest day of your life….. Your wedding day.
Imagine stepping through the stone archway at the front of the building and making your way up the wooden staircase to the oak-panelled ceremony room, which features an original tiled fireplace. Greeted by your nearest and dearest, what a place this could be to exchange your vows.
Accommodates: 40 seated guests
Goodnestone Park is a wonderful 12-bedroom Grade II Listed House situated near Canterbury in Kent. Available for a three-day exclusive use hire makes Goodnestone Park the perfect weekend wedding venue.
There are three locations for a civil ceremony or blessing, two outdoors and one indoor option and the church of the Holy Cross is just a few minutes stroll from the house.
Set on the edge of 3 lakes and woodlands, the Inn on the Lake is a beautiful large venue with panoramic views of the lakes and surrounding woodlands from many event rooms and bedrooms.
Set in 4 acres of private grounds with stunning views over the Swale Valley down to the Creek and Whitstable sits Judd’s Folly Hotel, an eclectic mix of 17th to 21st Century makes the hotel a very unique property in which to celebrate your big day.
Set in the heart of Kent, the garden of England, the Mercure Tunbridge Wells provides a stunning location for your dream wedding.
Winners of ‘Wedding Venue of the Year’ at the Global Wedding Awards 2021!
Enclosed by acre upon acre of green hillside and nestled alongside a charming Tudor village between the Medway and the Eden rivers, Penshurst Place is truly a unique wedding destination. Eleven acres of beautiful formal gardens surround the historic house creating a botanical crown befitting of the location.
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is Kent’s largest wildlife park. Home to amazing animals and the county’s only safari experiences, the 600-acre country estate is also an award-winning wedding venue, offering couples an incredible location filled with romance, adventure, luxury and glamour.
Stone Court House is a grand grade II star listed Georgian Townhouse of historic and national importance, located in the heart of Kent, Central Maidstone with parts dating back to the medieval period.
Currently a luxury boutique hotel with six double bedrooms, and our two-bedroom bridal suite, Stone Court House can accommodate eighteen of your family and closest friends staying overnight.
The Dreys is an established family owned, permanently sited, fully licenced Woodland festival style wedding venue unlike
any other. Our main venue area is wet weatherproof with covered deck walkways between our spaces. Our marquees are also heated.
Located in the heart of Rochester, The Guildhall is bursting with character and charm, creating a truly captivating setting for your wedding. Built in 1687, it has been a town hall, entertainment venue, court and a council chamber. Now a museum, it displays more than 250,000 years of Medway’s history, making it an ideal option if you’re looking for something truly unique.
Accommodates: 70 people seated and 20 standing
From Elizabethan castles and town houses to majestic courtrooms and market halls, Medway is blessed with some breathtaking wedding venues. Whether you’re looking for something intimate or grand, you’ll find it here ready to celebrate your historic day in our historic settings.
Set in a picturesque riverside village, and steeped in centuries of history, Upnor Castle is an Elizabethan artillery fort dating back to 1559. Surrounded by beautiful Kentish countryside in a stunning location overlooking the River Medway, this venue offers a unique opportunity to get married in a castle worthy of a king and queen and is guaranteed to impress.
Accommodates: 80 people seated and 20 standing.
Weald of Kent Golf Course & Hotel
With over 20years of successfully hosting wedding receptions and civil ceremonies at The Weald of Kent, you can be assured of a professional, friendly and flexible service to make your day one to remember.
New venue alert! Check out Betteshanger Country Park
Set among 250 acres of beautiful Kentish countryside, Betteshanger Country Park was created in the early 2000s as an outdoor recreational venue, based on the old Betteshanger Colliery. Not your usual wedding venue! It has since developed into the modern, vibrant and unique location it is today. Purchased in 2019, the current owners have delivered their vision of not only an outdoor park and activity site, but also a beautiful location for events of all shapes and sizes.
Posted: 18 May 2023
Kent's own Frasers scoops coveted Sustainable Wedding Award
Frasers, a sustainable events venue based on a beautiful private estate and eco farm in Kent, has been announced as a winner at the inaugural 2023 Sustainable Wedding Awards. The awards recognise businesses and venues demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability, ethical business practices, and social responsibility. Kent's very own Frasers scooped the coveted Sustainable Supply Chain Award, reflecting the company's commitment to reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainability through its responsible sourcing strategy. In addition, the local lovely was highly commended in the Sustainable Change Maker category in recognition of its efforts to encourage greater awareness and action through advocacy and example of best practice.
Posted: 4 May 2023
There's a new space to celebrate at Kent's Penshurst Place
Penshurst Place and Gardens had the opportunity to show off its fabulous new wedding space for the first time at an open house event recently. The Garden Room is a new area at the historical venue, available for ceremonies, receptions and parties. Repurposed from its original role as a restaurant to become a flexible function space, it's located alongside the South Lawn at Penshurst Place and is accessed independently from the main house. Accommodating between 30 and 120 people, the ground floor room is suitable for a variety of events and has wheel-chair access. It offers an adaptable, additional space for dining, dancing or drinks receptions, allowing you to decide how you'd like to utilise it on your big day. Find out more about tying the knot at Penshurst Place in our Spotlight on... Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells feature this issue, or head over to www.penshurstplace.com
Posted: 27 April 2023
County Wedding Magazine reader shares their prize win story!
Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ, we love nothing more than to hear from the winners of our competitions. In the crazy world of wedding planning, it's exciting for us to be able to offer our lovely readers some exciting giveaways and competitions which will hopefully give you a much-needed pick-me-up during on the countdown to your wedding day. In December 2022, CWM ran a competition, 'Win a relaxing spa day for two!' and the winners were nearlyweds Laura and Antoni. The lucky pair enjoyed a day at The Spa at Ardencote, a luxury four-star wedding venue in Warwickshire, including a 55-minute Elemis treatment, light lunch and full access to the award-winning spa facilities worth £130!
Posted: 17 April 2023
Holiday Inn Dover is situated within four acres of landscaped gardens
Set in four acres of landscaped gardens, making it a great spot for wedding photos, the Holiday Inn Dover allows you to host your dream day whether it be traditional or quirky. Simply visit the Hotel and speak to a member of its wedding and events team to discuss your vision in detail to see what they can do for you.
The venue's Grand Marquee is aptly named indeed. It's one of the largest in Kent and is fully heated and air-conditioned. Its pillar-free interior makes it ideal for guests to witness your vows. It can host a whopping 400 guests. Alternatively, for more intimate "I dos" the new Octagon Suite with atrium ceiling, is a quiet room with six of its eight sides being large windows. It can accommodate 50 nearest and dearest.
Posted: 13 April 2023
Penshurst Place reveals its newest celebration space
The team at Penshurst Place and Gardens had the opportunity to show off their fabulous new wedding space for the first time at an open house event recently. The Garden Room is a new area at the historical venue, available for ceremonies, receptions and parties. Repurposed from its original role as a restaurant to become a flexible function space, it's located alongside the South Lawn at Penshurst Place and is accessed independently from the main house. Accommodating between 30 and 120 people, the ground floor room is suitable for a variety of events and has wheel-chair access. It offers an adaptable, additional space for dining, dancing or drinks receptions, allowing you to decide how you'd like to utilise it on your big day.
Posted: 11 April 2023
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
If you're looking for somewhere special to hold your wedding reception in Canterbury, then Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is well worth a look. Situated in the inspiring grounds of the Cathedral, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of the city, the venue caters for any size of wedding reception from small and intimate to a sit-down meal for up to 120 guests.
You can choose to enjoy a drinks reception in the Kentish Barn, which boasts beautiful views of the Cathedral from its large bay windows. Alternatively, the Campanile Garden is available for summer drinks receptions and, of course, those all-important photos whatever the season.
Posted: 6 April 2023
Tie the knot at Betteshanger Country Park
Betteshanger Country Park offers two stunning venues set among 250 acres of Kentish grounds. The contemporary building constructed woods and metals offers a great first impression to arriving guests. The in-house team of event experts can also tailor bespoke packages and menus, enabling you to personalise your big day. The venue also offers a free wedding tasting for its three course menu, a wedding coordinator to help with the planning and bespoke packages tailored to meet your needs.
Posted: 30 March 2023
Bromley Court is a romantic hotel steeped in history
Bromley Court is a hotel steeped in history and has the atmosphere of a wonderful and intimate country house. Years of hospitality experience have gone into fine-tuning its rooms and event spaces to guarantee you a great stay and the team like to keep things simple by making sure everything you could ever need is included as standard.
The grounds are bursting with both beauty and 200 years of history. The Italianate gardens are a particular highlight with urns and terracing, plus a myriad of colourful flowers blooming all year round.
Posted: 14 March 2023
The Rochester Corn Exchange won acclaim at the regional finals of the Wedding Industry Awards
Wedding bells rang for The Rochester Corn Exchange after the historical 18th-century venue won acclaim at the South East Regional Finals of the Wedding Industry Awards. It was the first time the building had entered the prestigious UK-wide awards, voted on by a panel of judges and recommendations from couples who had previously booked the venue. The team attended the gala awards evening at The Ravenswood, West Sussex, proudly coming away with a highly commended in the historical venues category.
As you exchange your vows in The Corn Exchange you'll be standing in a place with centuries of tradition, making it the perfect romantic backdrop for a wedding ceremony, function or evening celebrations.
Posted: 9 March 2023
