Your Kent Wedding - January/February 2025 (Issue 118)

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 venue’s 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 can be used for vows with 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 oak-framed bandstand, situated in the heart of the exquisitely landscaped gardens, 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 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. HOLIDAY INN DOVER, CT16 3EL 01304 821 230 | www.holidayinndover.co.uk Set in four acres of landscaped gardens, making it a great spot for wedding photos, the Holiday Inn Dover allows you to host your dream day, whether it be traditional or quirky. Celebrate in style The venue’s Grand Marquee is aptly named. It’s one of the largest in Kent and is fully heated and air-conditioned. Its pillar-free interior makes it ideal for 400 of your guests to witness your vows. Alternatively, for more intimate ‘I dos,’ the new Octagon Suite with an atrium ceiling is a quiet room with six of its eight sides being large windows that can accommodate 50 nearest and dearest. For al fresco ceremonies, the Garden Gazebo has space for 120 loved ones. It’s a beautiful spot where guests can look on as you say your vows surrounded by nature. Receptions also take place in The Grand Marquee with up to 350 guests or the Octagon Suite, which can hold 50 friends and family. We love... The venue’s chefs are experienced in catering for large celebrations and a menu can be designed to meet your guests’ requirements. 22

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