insideKENT Magazine Issue 89 - August 2019 | Page 83

WEDDINGS A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN FIND THE PERFECT VENUE FOR YOU THE WEDDING VENUE IS OFTEN THE FIRST THING THAT COUPLES DECIDE ON WHEN ORGANISING THEIR WEDDING. EVERYTHING ELSE FALLS INTO PLACE AROUND IT, SO SNAGGING THE PERFECT SPACE FOR YOUR WEDDING TO TAKE PLACE IS ESSENTIAL. BUT, WITH SO MANY GORGEOUS WEDDING VENUES IN KENT, WHERE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE? WHAT ARE YOUR ESSENTIALS AND WHAT CAN YOU LIVE WITHOUT IF YOU REALLY HAVE TO? WITH SUCH AN ARRAY OF CHOICE IN KENT, WE’VE PUT TOGETHER A SELECTION OF SOME OF THE MOST IDYLLIC AND CHARMING WEDDING VENUES ACROSS THE COUNTY. NOW ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS DECIDE... Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Canterbury Cathedral, The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH 01227 866204 www.canterburycathedrallodge.org Situated within a wonderful and unique location in the beautiful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral sits a little known wedding gem. For those seeking a truly exceptional venue, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is a modern and contemporary venue that can accommodate up to 120 guests for a sit-down wedding breakfast. The team at the Cathedral Lodge are dedicated to offering wedding couples quality and choice. Using its own in-house catering team to offer fine food and wine, and in keeping with the ethos of the cathedral, the highly skilled chefs source high quality, fair-trade and local produce whenever possible. A dedicated events team offers expert help and advice in assisting couples with their individual requirements ensuring the highest level of hospitality at all times. Crown Lodge Coldharbour Ln, Wye, Ashford TN25 5HE 01233 813212 www.crownlodge-kent.co.uk The Secret Garden Mersham Le Hatch, The Courtyard, Hythe Rd, Mersham, Ashford TN25 6NH 01233 501586 www.secretgardenkent.co.uk Big gatherings or small intimate events can all be held at The Secret Garden. There are two outdoor and two indoor locations where you can get married and the experienced wedding guide will be able to help you choose the one that is ideal for your big day. All the food is prepared by The Secret Garden’s fantastic team of chefs who will happily discuss your requirements with you – ideas include Champagne high tea, luxury picnics, a ‘posh’ barbecue and à la carte meals. Overlooking the Wye Downs and offering beautiful views of Kent and Sussex, Crown Lodge is a peaceful, rural location near Ashford. Inside and out Crown Lodge is the perfect place to hold a truly spectacular wedding, civil ceremony or event. 83