THE ORANGERY
© Justin De Souza
WILDERNESS WEDDING VENUE THE LOST VILLAGE OF DODE
INFORMAL CHIC
The Orangery , Maidstone www . theorangerymaidstone . com
A luxury , multi-award-winning waterside venue in Maidstone , The Orangery has its own private lake and tumbling waterfall . With nine acres of stunning landscaped gardens , couples can choose from three different locations to have their wedding . From the elegant gazebo on the lawn or the woodland lapa overlooking the lake , to the magnificent art-deco inspired garden room , a dream wedding can be created here with the expert team from Glow Events , who are there to advise you every step of the way .
The Oak Grove , Upchurch www . theoakgrove . uk
Nestled between two small villages , this woodland glade offers a glorious venue for a unique , rural marriage , blessing or handfasting ceremony . The wood itself sits beside beautiful meadows and is set within five acres of the North Kent countryside . This treasured copse is not only surrounded by farmland on three sides but also lies within the ancient Saxon Shore Way on the banks of the River Medway . A unique summer venue , The Oak Grove only offers 22 dates per year , giving you exclusivity and a relaxed festival experience . With only one wedding a week they can offer unrivalled setup time as well as a leafy wedding arbour and stunning stretch tents vaulted within a ring of giant oaks .
Wilderness Wedding Venue , nr Canterbury www . wildernessweddings . co . uk
Long grasses , idyllic woodland and quiet countryside set the scene for the ultimate free spirited wedding at Wilderness . Embracing the countryside and freedom its out-of-the-way marshland location provides , weddings here can really come into their own . Evoking images of halcyon summer days , Wilderness is part of a family run farm with the long term vision of restoring the natural water meadow landscape of the Little Stour valley . Gather your friends and family for an unconventional day in complete privacy , surrounded by woods , water meadows , lakes and fragrant wildflowers . This is perfect for couples that want to escape into the magical world of nature for their big day .
SOMETHING DIFFERENT
The Lost Village of Dode www . dodevillage . com
A venue really like no other , embrace unique beauty etched out of an enthralling history when you marry at the Lost Village of Dode . Hidden in a surreal Kentish valley , Dode has been a sacred place of peace for over 900 years . Abandoned over 600 years ago due to the Black Death , Dode is now a place of quietness and reflection while being shrouded in romance . The history of Dode ’ s Norman church makes it the ideal place for a serene ceremony , silently standing guard over the lost village for centuries and now a wonderful place full of character to celebrate the joy of marriage . Tranquil outdoor blessings or Pagan handfasting ceremonies are also an option at Dode . Hold your event within the ancient Stone Circle followed by a lavish wedding reception with plenty of dancing and then stay overnight in the two award-winning cottages .
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