Your Kent Wedding -November/December 2020 (Issue 93)

20 BROOME PARK 01227 831 701 | www.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. For al fresco vows, the Italian Gardens offer a quiet spot for you and 120 loved ones. They reflect the grandeur of the house with high archways, statues and a fountain. The Georgian Room is a gorgeous indoor alternative and allows you to enjoy the splendour of Broome Park surrounded by its history. The space, which boasts high ceilings and lovely large bay windows, can accommodate 120 for your ceremony, 80 for the wedding breakfast and 120 for the evening celebrations. If your guest list extends beyond there, the marquee can host 200 diners and 250 for the revelries. The glass panelling makes the most of the surrounding scenery and allows plenty for space for your nearest and dearest to enjoy themselves. 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. KNOWLTON COURT 01304 842 402 | www.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 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. 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. Alternatively, the churches Holy Cross Goodnestone and All Saints Chillenden are within a short distance of the estate and also available for your “I dos.” On site, for your ceremony there’s also St Clement’s private chapel and The Great Hall, which can host 100 guests. Celebrations can take place in The Great Hall, which can seat 86 for the wedding breakfast. It’s an elegant and sumptuous setting at the heart of this historic home, featuring a stone fireplace and marble flooring. Finally, The Great Marquee, overlooking the open countryside can be extended to suit, providing a luxurious space in which to entertain up to 500 guests. www.myk eyday-photography.com www.myk eyday-photography.com