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The Castle Westenhanger

From £7,650
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Welcome to The Castle Westenhanger in Kent, a luxury castle wedding venue nestled in 14 acres of magnificent countryside. Romantic and regal with breathtaking ruins to be found at every turn, The Castle Westenhanger is your medieval fairytale dream.
Key Info
The Castle Westenhanger
Stone Street
Westenhanger
Hythe
Kent
CT21 4HX
Website: www.westenhangercastle.co.uk
Tel: 01303 261 068
Email: team@westenhanger.sonas.email
 
 
Capacity
Ceremony:120
Dinner:250
Standing:300
Facilities
Licensed For Marriage:Yes
Accommodation:No
Exclusivity:Yes
Food & Drink
Catering:In-house
Bar:In-house
Licensed Until:12am
Other
Pets Welcome:Yes
Disabled Facilities:Yes
Child Friendly:Yes
Contact venue for late availability and exclusive offers
Pricing
From £7,650
  • Exclusive venue hire from 9am until midnight
  • Exclusive use of the dressing room
  • Personal wedding coordinator
  • One reception drink
  • Three course sit down wedding breakfast
  • A choice of silver or wooden cake stand and knife
  • One glass of sparkling wine per guest for toast drinks
  • Half a bottle of wine per person
  • Evening buffet – a choice of a hot or cold buffet, hog roast (supplement applies)
  • Complimentary wine and food tasting by appointment for the wedding couple
  • Professional DJ and disco lighting
  • Microphone and use of sound system for background music
  • Crockery, cutlery, glassware and table linen
  • Table and seating options
  • Easel for table plan
  • Parking for guests

Please contact the venue for detailed prices.

About
Setting

A breathtaking Grade I listed manor house combined with ancient castle ruins and magnificent grounds. This unique venue enjoys a rich history and has been connected to many notable figures in the past.

Located in the village of Westenhanger, between Ashford and Folkestone, it has excellent transport links via the M20 and a train station within walking distance.

Vibe

Romantic and regal with breathtaking photo opportunities to be found at every turn, The Castle Westenhanger is the perfect location for a fairytale wedding.

Suitable for both intimate and large weddings, with capacity for up to 120 ceremony guests. For 2024 weddings, packages start from £8,150 based on 50-day guests and up to 200 evening guests.

Packages include exclusive venue hire, a dedicated wedding coordinator, reception drinks, your wedding meal, wine for the guests, an evening buffet, a professional DJ, access to their exclusive online wedding planning tool, and much more.

You will have a choice of three stunning licensed ceremony areas. These include the thatched gazebo on the castle lawn, the banqueting hall in the castle, or the bright and spacious marquee.

After the ceremony, toast your nuptials in their private bar before feasting on an unforgettable wedding breakfast in the marquee, with views of the castle ruins, manor house and beyond.

The in-house chefs pride themselves on providing a first-class dining experience, using only the freshest ingredients. They will collaborate with you to create a menu that will delight your guests, catering to all styles and culinary preferences. Enjoy a three-course feast, hog roast, or BBQ across a range of cuisines.

“

We had our wedding here and it was FANTASTIC! The morning of the wedding went smoothly and things were just done around us without really realising. The venue staff were attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The food was amazing and the catering staff professional and efficient. If you are considering getting married then please do it here.

Abigail

We had our wedding here at the end of May 2021. The building is beautiful, the food is delicious but it’s the staff that really make this venue 5 star. In my view, you couldn’t have a better setting for your wedding but you never know what your day will really be like. Tania has been so supportive, kind, and facilitative beforehand. Tania and Jackie on the day were nothing short of dedicated and then there are all the other staff like Alice on the day who just can’t do enough to help. The castle has several beautiful options for the ceremony and you are spoilt for choice whatever the weather. The food was commented on by all our guests to not only be delicious but big portions too! Your day at The Castle Westenhanger will be wonderful, rest assured. The staff will insist on it!

Peter

We have just had our wedding at this beautiful venue. We had the most perfect day imaginable. Tania – amazing, Jackie – amazing and the rest of the staff – amazing! Our wedding ran so smoothly and calm, the castle grounds are absolutely stunning and we couldn’t have felt anymore love and support from the staff than we have. The food was absolutely out of this world with a wide variety to choose from on the menu.

I can honestly recommend this venue with every ounce of me. Even during a pandemic Tania and Jackie were supportive, calm, kind and helpful. Both ladies have a welcoming nature and we can’t thank them for the amount of love we have recieved. I will be forever recommending this venue a thousand times over!

Gemma-Louise

We held our wedding at Westenhanger Castle on 4th June 2021, after delaying a year due to Covid. The team were always so responsive and answered any questions posed to them. On the day of our wedding Tania, Jackie and team could not have done any more. They made sure our guests and us were always looked after at all times. Absolutely fabulous service. The food was tasty, the portions large and was served hot. We held the whole wedding in the Manor House and this is a perfect setting for a smaller wedding. Would 100% highly recommend Westenhanger Castle, stunning location, wonderful staff and a very relaxed atmosphere.

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