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Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve has been a popular wedding venue for decades , but the addition of two stunning new wedding and event spaces last year has catapulted the iconic Kent venue to the top of many couples ’ wish lists .
In June 2022 , Port Lympne unveiled a spectacular glass orangery and rose-draped pergola in a private corner of their 14-acre landscaped gardens , surrounded by the park ’ s 900 animals . The Port Lympne team were immediately inundated with enquiries from couples enchanted by the new spaces and within six months , the new venues were crowned winner of the Venue of the Year – Something Different category in the prestigious Kent Wedding Awards .
The pergola , tucked away within Port Lympne Mansion ’ s historic whispering walled garden , is a captivating venue , nestled in one of the most charming spots in the reserve . Fully licensed , this quiet setting comfortably hosts up to 100 seated guests and is available to hire for wedding ceremonies , civil partnership ceremonies , renewing vows , or as part of a proposal package .
The neighbouring glass orangery and terrace is a striking addition to Port Lympne ’ s expanding portfolio of event spaces . With elegant chandeliers , a brass-topped bar , builtin dancefloor , full kitchen facilities , luxury washrooms and a capacity of up to 250 for a reception , it is an ideal space in which to celebrate love and romance .
These beautiful new spaces are available for exclusive use only . They are easy to tailor for a multitude of different styles , with Port Lympne ’ s dedicated team providing a completely bespoke service . The hotel ’ s expert chefs will craft an impeccable dining experience for guests , with menus curated from locally-sourced ingredients , coupled with glamorous cocktails and wine pairing with a painstakingly hand-picked selection of bottles from Kent and beyond .
Couples looking to add a touch of the wild to their special day can choose to embark on a safari across Port Lympne ’ s famous Kentish savannah or get up-close-and-personal with their favourite animals on an unforgettable encounter .
After the sun sets and the party winds down , couples and their guests can retreat to one of Port Lympne ’ s wildly popular accommodations . With everything from luxury lodges and cottages to charming shepherd ’ s huts available , it ’ s easy to transform a wedding at Port Lympne into an unforgettable mini moon .
You can reach out to Port Lympne ’ s Wedding and Events Team at eventinfo @ portlympne . com or visit portlympne . com for more information .
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