Your Kent Wedding - Nov/Dec 2019 (Issue 87)

22 KNOWLTON COURT 01304 842 402 | knowltoncourt.co.uk This quintessentially English house oozes calm and serenity in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The house is beautiful, and the rooms are elegant, complete with fine artwork, huge stone fireplaces and fabulous features. Sitting in 20,000 acres of private land, Knowlton Court is approached by an avenue of lime trees culminating in the circular lawn and walled garden. The house is surrounded by formal gardens and you feel a sense of calm and tranquility wandering through them. The amusing topiary hedges are always a talking point and the masses of climbing roses add fantastic colour and an unbelievable scent. There are a number of properties within the estate, which can accommodate up to 64 overnight guests, including the ten-bedroom Dower House. SPACE TO CELEBRATE ❤ The Pavilion , designed by the family and hand-crafted from the estate’s oak, is situated on one of the sweeping lawns offering an intimate and enchanting place in which to exchange vows (unlimited guests). ❤ Holy Cross Church Goodnestone and All Saints Church, Chillenden – Each of these local parish churches are but a short distance from the estate and available for your “I dos” (250 guests). ❤ St Clement’s is the romantic private chapel at Knowlton and the team will happily arrange a blessing to follow a civil ceremony. ❤ The Great Hall is an elegant and sumptuous setting at the heart of this historic home featuring a stone fireplace, marble flooring and large sash windows flooding the room with natural light (100 ceremony, 86 dining). ❤ The Great Marquee overlooks the open countryside and can be extended to suit, providing a luxurious space in which to entertain your guests (150 dining, with an additional marquee for up to 500). mykeyday-photography.com mykeyday-photography.com BROOME PARK 01227 831 701 | broomepark.co.uk Built in 1635, Broome Park was constructed from solid red brick, a stark contrast to the lush green backdrop of its 270 acres of glorious Kentish grounds. The long driveway builds suspense as you turn a corner to see the spectacular house laid out before you. With elegant high doorframes, grand wooden doors and marble steps you’ll be making an entrance worthy of your big day. There’s a complimentary wine tasting and night’s stay as part of the venue’s main wedding packages as well as guest accommodation at a discounted rate. SPACE TO CELEBRATE ❤ The Italian Gardens offer an outside ceremony venue situated in a quiet spot of the grounds. They reflect the grandeur of the house with high archways, statues and a fountain (150 ceremony guests). ❤ The Georgian Room allows you to enjoy the splendour of Broome Park surrounded by its history and boasts high ceilings, neutral tones and large bay windows (150 ceremony guests, 80 dining, 120 reception). ❤ The marquee boasts glass panelling to make the most of the surrounding scenery and allows plenty of space for guests to enjoy the wedding breakfast, and any other treats you’ve organised for them. There’s also a private bar (200 dining, 250 evening).