WEDDINGS
I Do in The Garden of England cont ... beautiful oak-framed barn . The Old Kent Barn ’ s wedding promise is : ‘ we look after you from pyjamas to pyjamas ’ - meaning they ’ ll look after couples every step of the way on their big day , making sure it ’ s as magical as can be . The venue also has three double ensuite rooms guests can stay in after the big day is over , and this year they ’ re adding a further two bedrooms to their accommodation offering .
Leeds Castle , Broomfield leeds-castle . com
If you ’ ve always dreamed of a fairytale castle wedding , then Leeds Castle needs to be on your venue list . One of Kent ’ s most iconic landmarks , the castle is a truly magnificent venue where you can make your magical wedding dreams a reality .
Adorned with beautiful and magnificent state rooms , you can opt to wed in the castle itself , or for smaller , more intimate celebrations , the 14th century Battel Hall could be the perfect space . Then , there ’ s the Maiden ’ s Tower , used by Katherine of Aragon ’ s maid of honour during her wedding to King Henry VIII . Want something with more rustic charm ? Then the Fairfax Barn ’ s the venue for you . Or , if you want to make the most of Leeds Castle ’ s grand grounds , a marquee wedding is also an option . Whatever you choose , you can be assured that your day will be magnificent and memorable for all the right reasons .
Chapel House Estate , Minster chapelhouseestate . co . uk
Nestled in the Kent countryside , not far from Minster , Chapel House Estate is a sprawling private estate complete with bountiful orchards , lush paddocks and a dreamy walled garden .
The venue promises a unique experience for each couple and their ethos is ‘ the freedom to create unique memories ’.
Although the team ’ s there to assist and make sure your big day is perfect , they also don ’ t believe in strict rules when it comes to weddings , saying : “ We ’ re not about youmust-use-these-flowers , there ’ s no rigid time to say “ I do ” and there ’ s certainly no rush . You ’ ll get our help , ideas , acoustics , endless styling options and an abundance of space to really make it a day to remember .”
Eastwell Manor , Ashford champneys . com / hotels / eastwell-manor
Originally built over 450 years ago , this elegant manor house might be home to the luxurious Champneys spa , but it ’ s also a dreamy wedding venue that seamlessly
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