Chapel House Estate earns prestigious recognition

Chapel House Estate, a luxury wedding and events wedding venue in Minster, Thanet, is proud to announce its recent accolade as the recipient of the Best Startup Business Award at the esteemed Canterbury Business Awards ceremony held on 29th November 2023.

The Kent Business Awards, renowned for celebrating outstanding businesses across various sectors, recognised Chapel House Estate for its exceptional performance, innovative approach, and remarkable growth since its inception in July 2022. The award highlights the company's dedication, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to delivering high-quality services within the local community.

Chapel House Estate, established just one year ago by founder Darren Ellis, has quickly made a substantial impact in the Hospitality Industry. Delivering bespoke weddings, intimate and large, outdoor and indoor, milestone celebrations, meetings, incentives, conferences and corporate events.

Moreover the estate proudly hosts the No 9 Restaurant within the secluded Walled Courtyard. The company's steadfast dedication to excellence, coupled with its customer-centric approach, has contributed significantly to its success. “We are thrilled and honored to receive the Best Startup Business Award at the Canterbury Business Awards. Our journey wouldn't have been possible without the encouragement and trust bestowed upon us by all the couples and corporate businesses who have booked us and the vibrant Canterbury community. This recognition stands as a testament to the tireless dedication and hard work of our locally recruited team, all of whom have been instrumental in our success story from day one. Their commitment to excellence has been unwavering. We are humbled by this recognition and remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and service excellence as we continue to grow and serve our community," said Darren.

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As guardians of the precious 1290 Chapel, that is at the heart of the 35-acre estate, the company attributes its success to a combination of innovative strategies, a passionate team, and a strong focus on couples and their guests' satisfaction. It's been instrumental in converting the previous residential home into a luxury destination wedding and events venue with onsite accommodation and a helicopter pad.

The large purpose-built Thorne Barn can comfortably accommodate up to 150 guests for a sit-down meal, ensuring no one is left out from sharing the couple's special day. Additionally, couples can extend their celebration by inviting an additional 50 evening guests, making sure the celebrations continue well into the night.

This prestigious award serves as a testament to Chapel House Estate's promising future, its commitment to making a lasting impact in the hospitality industry and how it has been embraced by the Canterbury community.

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Chapel House Estate, Thorne Hill, Minster, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5DS

Weddings

• Exclusive use for intimate or large weddings
• Licensed for weddings for indoor and outdoor wedding for up to 150 guests and 200 for the evening reception
• A charming Walled Courtyard perfect for couples drinks reception
• A luxury wedding venue with a vibrant nighttime ambience for indoor fireworks and live bands
• A Honeymoon Suite with a twin roll-top copper bath and a private garden and terrace overlooking the gardens and Wild Apple Orchard
• An onsite No 9 Restaurant so all the guests staying on-site can join the couple for a full English or continental breakfast the following day, allowing couples and their guests to linger until midday the day after the wedding
• A dedicated team of wedding coordinators to ensure a seamless journey for couples.

• A helicopter pad for a grand entrance or exit
• A private Champagne bar for one of the partners arrival and cocktails in the evening
• The cozy Chapel Cottage to stay the night before a wedding
• A beauty lodge and massage room is available from 8am on the day of the wedding, and breakfast or lunch hampers can be delivered to the beauty lodge
• The menus are inspired by the garden featuring apples, pears, honey from on-site bees, and fresh herbs
• Complimentary food tasting in the No 9 Restaurant for couples with a three-course meal reservation
• Couples are given an App Sonas Weddings and Events to help them manage their timeline, suppliers, table plan etc.

• The converted Chapel House with five bedrooms, sleeps 10 adults
• Nine Hideaway lodges, sleep 18 adults
• Early check-in for guests in luxurious hideaway lodge
• There are minibars and safes in all of the accommodation
• Pet-friendly, ensuring even furry friends have their own comfortable overnight accommodation.

• An illuminated car park with over 80 spaces with multiple EV charging points enabling guests to leave their cars onsite overnight
• A Caravelle, a luxury six-seater to pick up guests from the new Thanet Parkway train station with direct links to London St Pancras on the High Speed.