the most idyllic Kent wedding venue
The Garden of England is known for its striking countryside, orchards, vineyards and, of course, the magnificent Leeds Castle – one of the most scenic and idyllic wedding venues in Kent.
We take pride in delivering the highest quality service and doing all we can to make your dream wedding possible, working with the best people to make your special day happen just the way you want.
Located in the heart of Kent’s countryside, with stunning landscaped parklands and a choice of manor house, barn or England’s most beautiful castle itself this is the perfect back drop for an unforgettable wedding ceremony or reception for you and your guests
Our many gardens also offer beautiful settings for memorable wedding photos and, if you have time, to wander and explore. All the key ingredient for a special day of wedding day celebration with us.
Championing Kent’s food and drink at our special wedding venue
Rows of grapevines as far as the eye can see alongside hop gardens and orchards have long showcased Kent’s food and drink tradition. It’s that heritage that we seek to imbue in the increasing number of celebrations that we host today in this beautiful corner of Kent.
Leeds Castle works with a select list of wedding caterers, who will curate an individual menu to suit your needs. Our caterers are all Kent based specialising in sourcing local produce from Kentish farms, and the abundance of delectable fish and shellfish found off the coast of our surrounding Kentish shores. From the finest meats to mouth-watering oysters, your taste buds will be tingling with delight.
The area lies at the heart of England’s wine country with acres of sun kissed vines. South-facing chalky soil and mild climate provides the perfect conditions for wine production. Some say it’s on a par with the Champagne region of France, enhancing a growing reputation for taste and quality.
With the most picturesque and successful wine estates in the country Leeds Castle is the perfect destination to discover the finest tipple for your wedding day. It’s why we’re proud to suggest the finest Kentish wines on our wedding day menus.
Stunning gardens and parklands set amongst the North Downs
The backdrop to your perfect wedding venue in Kent will be the rolling beauty of the North Downs, which offers protection from all weathers, adding drama to the scene. Not that we’re expecting rain. This is one of England’s sunniest places after all.
Our oriental garden, Pavilion lawns, Culpeper Garden, and Lady Baillie Garden always provide the wow factor. You’ll love the woodland walk, Great Water, moat and parkland too with its rich heritage and ancient trees.
A Kentish wedding venue location where memories and history live on
While being well connected to London and the rest of Kent, our beautiful wedding venue location in the heart of the Kentish countryside means gorgeous wide-open skies, perfect for fly past banners delivering congratulations from amongst the clouds.
Kent, of course, was on the frontline during the Second World War. Today, the heritage of the Battle of Britain lives on with England’s remaining vintage Spitfires often to be seen flying over the Castle, evoking thoughts of sorties over the English Channel from the White Cliffs of Dover.
A perfect Kentish destination for extended stays
It’s that heritage from the distant to the recent past that makes booking a wedding at Leeds Castle so unique – and it doesn’t have to end for those wedding guests wishing to extend their time in Kent.
Our closeness to the capital and easy connections to the rest of the UK make Kent a great short stay destination – from cosy Kentish clapperboard cottages to beautifully restored oast houses, stunning seaside retreats and the edge of vineyards for one more taste of that delicious English wine.
At Leeds Castle itself we have a range of onsite accommodation options from bed and breakfast to glamping, lakeside lodges to holiday cottages and an exclusive manor house escape.
All stays include complimentary daytime entry to the Castle (subject to availability) and out-of-hours access to the grounds.
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Our aim at Leeds Castle is to make planning your Kentish wedding a pleasurable, hassle-free experience. Find out more about the services and expertise we can offer to create your special day in the most romantic of places.
