WEDDINGS
KENT ’ S UNFORGETTABLE WEDDING VENUES CONT .
CAPTIVATING CASTLES
Hever Castle , Edenbridge www . hevercastle . co . uk
Offering couples a wealth of history , Hever Castle boasts plenty of royal grandeur . Choose from the castle itself , the classic country-house atmosphere of the Astor Wing or the stunning lakeside location of the Italian Garden . Once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn , Hever Castle will deliver beyond all expectations . Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a larger event , or you ’ re wanting an outdoor wedding or indoor with roaring log fires , it ’ s all waiting to be discovered at Hever Castle . Also offering 28 beautiful five-star bedrooms with traditional features and antique furnishing sympathetically combined with modern day luxuries , a wedding at Hever Castle is sure to be a wonderfully memorable experience for guests , no matter what time of year .
Leeds Castle , nr Maidstone www . leeds-castle . com
LEEDS CASTLE
Adoringly named ‘ the loveliest castle in the world ’, Leeds Castle has a selection of spellbinding areas to tie the knot . Choose to hold your wedding in the main castle itself , or in one of the exquisitely designed ancient buildings in the grounds , to which couples will have exclusive access and be able to host their entire day . Celebrations inside the castle are held in either the state rooms , with impressive views across the moat , or the stunning 1920 ’ s drawing room . Opt to hire the 16th-century Maiden ’ s Tower or the beautiful 14th-century Battel Hall , and be certain that either will give you precious memories to treasure . If you prefer the idea of a surreal outdoor setting , you can be married in the private walled garden of the Maiden ’ s Tower .
RUSTIC ROMANCE
Old Kent Barn , Swingfield www . theoldkentbarn . co . uk
OLD KENT BARN
Revelling in Kent ’ s identity as The Garden of England , the Old Kent Barn encapsulates the county ’ s idyllic history along with its rolling green hills , patchwork fields , and enchanting orchards . Compassionately restored and full of character , this multi-award-winning venue boasts a huge main room perfect for large receptions which is equally as stunning with its exposed beams as the rustic authenticity on the outside .
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Odo ’ s Barn , Bilsington www . odosbarn . com
Overlooking the Romney Marsh and coming complete with a gorgeous bar , Odo ’ s Barn has space for up to 100 seated guests and 150 reception guests . With a light bright and airy ambience to match its gorgeous high ceilings and sturdy beams , ceremonies and celebrations at Odo ’ s Barn are set to be superb . With original 15th-century features , fantastic acoustics and stunning golden chandeliers , the atmosphere will be alive with frivolity and set to make memories that last a lifetime for the couple and guests alike .
ODO ’ S BARN
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