Winters Barns
Based on a weekday wedding in January. Includes food and drink.
Nackington Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT4 7AY
Based on a weekday wedding in January. Includes food and drink.
- Exclusive use of the venue and a dedicated coordinator.
- Catering from Scott Anderson.
- Drinks package.
- Evening DJ.
These items are not included in the price above but can be added for an additional fee:
- Accommodation for up to 16 guests.
- Bridal cottage accommodation.
Please contact the venue for detailed prices.
Winters Barns, located just outside Canterbury in the heart of the Kent countryside, offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern elegance. The venue, a collection of historic barns from the 16th century and available for exclusive use, has been meticulously restored to preserve its character while incorporating contemporary comforts. Its charming courtyard, exposed brickwork, and rustic beams create an inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect backdrop for a memorable wedding.
The venue offers a choice between an indoor or outdoor ceremony, each equally enchanting. The indoor Ceremony Barn, seating up to 150 guests, features original 16th-century beams, high ceilings, and oak flooring. Large windows flood the room with natural light, creating a magical atmosphere. Couples marry on stage beneath a canopy of fairy lights, surrounded by their loved ones. For those seeking an outdoor experience between April and October, the open-sided Cart Barn in the gardens provides a stunning space for a civil ceremony, with a paved walk leading through an oak arch. Seated on the lawns, up to 150 guests witness the exchange of vows, all under the charm of fairy light curtains.
The Wedding Breakfast Barn is a spacious and versatile area that can accommodate up to 150 guests for a seated wedding breakfast. The barn exudes rustic elegance with its exposed wooden beams, chandeliers, and fairy-light canopy. Its border of hops, a testament to its roots, adds the finishing touch to its charm. This barn is half of the L-shaped barns and joins the entrance hall and impressive bar and lounge area.
The polished oak bar is spacious, with a lounge area opposite. In summer, double doors open to the courtyard, featuring a large pond with lily pads and a fairytale bridge. The courtyard is surrounded by blooming gardens and seating for guests. In the evening, the adjoining Ceremony Barn transforms into a lively party zone with blackout blinds, air conditioning, and coloured uplighters.
The Couples’ Cottage, converted from a stable, offers a luxurious living space featuring an ensuite bathroom and a grand bedroom with original beams and exposed brick. Eight double guest rooms are available, six of which are located within the farmhouse and two in cosy Hop Picking Huts. Guests can enjoy breakfast the following morning in the Farmhouse Conservatory, where stories and memories are shared.
At Winters Barns, food and drink are central to the experience, with a tailored catering and bar service that can accommodate every couple’s vision. The diverse menu options include formal sit-down meals, BBQs, or sharing platters made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Special dietary requirements are met with attention and care. For those who prefer an outdoor setting, an outdoor sheltered BBQ area is perfect for the warmer months. The food is freshly prepared in the barn on the wedding day, adding to the overall experience.
Winters Barns is easily accessible, located just outside Canterbury and near local rail stations with direct connections to London. Taxis are readily available for convenience.