Your Kent Wedding - January/February 2024 (Issue 112)

HAVENFIELD HALL 01634 669 758 | www.havenfieldhall.com Havenfield Hall is hidden away from the public roads, as you pass through the front gates and approach the house via the front drive its grand scale becomes apparent. The rear of the house opens onto the gardens where guests have seating so they can make use of the space provided. The exclusive-use venue is fully surrounded on all sides by acres of beautiful well-kept gardens, fields and woodlands. The interior has recently been fully refurbished to a high standard, although modern touches have been added, the various rooms have been sympathetically decorated in a way that helps keep their unique character and charm. When tying the knot here, ceremonies take place in the Old School House. Featuring a high, well-lit ceiling with exposed timber beams, large windows and french doors, the school house can be arranged and dressed to suit your style, comfortably seating 80 guests. Alternatively, the Cart Shed & Outdoor Courtyard are spaces to use for vows for up to 100 loved ones. A traditional, oak-framed, two-bay cart shed with a slate-tiled roof, this open-faced shed is situated on a paved courtyard providing a lovely outdoor option. The beautiful oak-framed bandstand, situated in the heart of the exquisite, landscaped gardens, also allows an al fresco option for up to 120 friends and family to enjoy an open-air ceremony. Post-vows, the welcome drinks can be served in the courtyard or lawned area making use of the gardens and grounds. The three buildings and surrounding spaces all accommodate the evening reception, with the Old School House, Cart Shed and Bar all surrounding a central courtyard − great for live bands, DJs or evening entertainment! As you walk past the house you will find the external games room which has a full-sized snooker and billiards table. The bedrooms all have their own unique décor, each with a double bed, en suite or private bath or shower room. When booking this venue, it offers a free night’s stay for the couple, which can be taken on their wedding night or the night before and a 50 per cent reduced price on its honeymoon properties located in France. FOLKESTONE, DOVER AND HYTHE Where to wed in… Tie the knot in a local hotspot 21 LOCAL VENUES

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