Your Kent Wedding - May/June 2024 (Issue 114)

CHAPEL HOUSE ESTATE, CT12 5DS 01843 881 290 | www.chapelhouseestate.co.uk Tucked away on the East Kent Coast between Ramsgate and Canterbury, Chapel House Estate is a must-visit, sustainably managed wedding venue. With a converted 732-year-old chapel at the heart of the estate, brimming with historic charm and surrounded by picturesque Kentish countryside, this family-run independent wedding venue has been meticulously crafted as a luxurious, contemporary space exclusively for your special day. The multi-award-winning team has invested over £6 million in the estate to create the perfect venue that even includes a helicopter pad! With two exclusive-use venues available, couples can choose from a large wedding in the Thorne Barn or opt for a more intimate, informal wedding in the secluded Walled Courtyard and No 9 Restaurant. Celebrate in style The property boasts a diverse array of stunning buildings, each uniquely decorated. The Chapel House is a converted 1290 Grade II-listed chapel licensed for intimate ceremonies of up to 10 people. The airy, rustic ambience of the Old Malt Granary is perfect for indoor ceremonies with up to 150 loved ones, while the Wild Apple Orchard provides breathtaking views over the meadow with room for 150 people. The secluded Walled Courtyard is ideal for al fresco celebrations, complete with its own Lounge Bar and No 9 Restaurant, which can accommodate up to 80 of your friends and family for the reception. The Thorne Banqueting Barn is an elegant space for grand receptions, hosting up to 150 seated guests and 50 additional evening guests. We love... One of the many standout features at Chapel House Estate is the honeymoon suite, boasting a freestanding copper bath and a hidden terrace with views of the private garden. This luxurious retreat offers a romantic setting to unwind and enjoy special moments together. HAVENFIELD HALL, CT18 7EJ 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 well-kept gardens, fields and woodlands. The interior has recently been fully refurbished to a high standard, and although modern touches have been added, the various rooms have been sympathetically decorated in a way that helps keep their character and charm. Celebrate in style 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 people. Alternatively, the Cart Shed and Outdoor Courtyard are spaces to use for vows for up to 100 loved ones. A traditional, oak-framed, twobay cart shed with a slate-tiled roof, this open-faced shed is situated on a paved courtyard, providing a lovely outdoor option. The oak-framed bandstand, situated in the heart of the exquisitely 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. We love... 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, you will receive a free night’s stay, which can be taken on the wedding night or the night before and a 50 per cent reduced price on its honeymoon properties located in France. www.jamesrichardphotography.co.uk. www.megandonatiphotography.com 33 STATELY HOMES AND HOUSES

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