Bilsington Priory

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£5,775 - £6,325 for Venue Hire
Up to 120
4 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Description

Welcome to Bilsington Priory! Whether your guest list is large or small, our wedding packages and stunning historic venue provide the perfect elements and backdrop for your special day. Built in 1253, the former Augustinian Priory, originally designed to care for and provide hospitality for guests, creates a heartfelt atmosphere for your modern celebration, filled with smiles, laughter, and the occasional sentimental tears that touch the hearts of everyone in attendance. The Priory is one of England’s oldest, rarest, most cherished wedding venues and is the recipient of three Kent Wedding Venue of the Year Awards. The award-winning team excels at crafting days that seamlessly weave your personalities, cultures, traditions, music, and decorations into the fabric of your celebration. We understand that these thoughtful details, along with delicious food (provided by external caterers) and drink, make a wedding truly special.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sam
Welcome to the enchanting Bilsington Priory. A remarkable destination wedding venue where every element, from location and amenities to our devoted team, rich history, and undeniable charm, guarantees an amazing backdrop for your wedding or event. Honoured with three Kent Wedding Venue of the Year Awards, Bilsington Priory, a former Augustinian priory built in 1253, stands as one of Kent’s most cherished landmarks. We can't wait to meet you

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1947
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
6

Overview of Bilsington Priory

Wedding Venue Type
Historic
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
150

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
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Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
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Wedding Catering

In-house Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Alcohol Licence
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Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
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Pricing for Bilsington Priory

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£5,775
Maximum Price
£6,325
These prices shown are for 2025 and include exclusive use of the Tack Room for getting ready, The Prioy and Edwardian Tea Tent, tables, chairs, staff, a comprehensively stocked bar, indoor and outdoor ceremony areas and gardens.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day

Reviews for Bilsington Priory
(5)

Tom
Wedding: September
September 2024
Amazing venue and team!

Amazing venue with the best team! As a wedding photographer I get to see a lot of venues and how they achieve the experiences for their couples. Bilsington Priory has the best team of highly experienced wedding professionals who love what they do and go all out to make sure the couples are at the heart of everything they do. The venue is simply stunning it's a photographer's dream. The history of the priory really comes through with it's beautifully crafted architecture and grounds. I really love the style of the bridal suit, it's got a modern boutique look that lends itself to capturing elegant morning preparation images in a relaxed way. This is a dream venue I would urge any couples looking for an amazingly warm and elegant experience for their wedding to take a look.

Lee Parker
Happy couple married in February
April 2023
My Wife and I got Married here

My Wife and I got Married here. Beautiful estate with lovely gardens. Absolutely brilliant staff so friendly and want everything to be as perfect as possible. Delicious heavenly food. We had one of the best days of life here. Thank you so much for everything you done for us.

Richard Selby-Chambers
Happy couple married in June
April 2023
My wife and I got married here in September 2016

My wife and I got married here in September 2016. This venue was recommended to us by a friend and we are so glad it did! From day 1 the team were professional and supportive. We had so many questions and ideas - all of which they were happy to discuss with us in the level of detail we wanted.Planning the day was a breeze with everyone involved from venue dimensions, decorations, food, drinks etc. every question was answered with detail and helpful suggestions. Libby and Rob were incredibly flexible and open to any ideas or suggestions we had for our very quirky wedding!

Amanda Riley
Happy couple married in May
December 2018
My absolutely perfect day.

This venue ticks all the boxes with the chapel upstairs giving you a traditional feel, the beautiful bar with its checkered dance floor downstairs & pretty marquee all set in stunning surroundings. You feel like you’re a million miles away from anywhere. Everything is in-house so you don’t waste time & get stressed looking for suppliers. The florist gave me exactly what I wanted, the catering company was outstanding with people commenting on the food & servers never leaving you with an empty glass. & as for Zena & Libby-they made me feel so at ease in the build up that I didn’t worry about a thing. The day went exactly as I wanted it & that’s down to the professionalism & expertise of everyone involved with the Priory. They won Best Heritage Wedding Venue of the Year at the Kent Wedding Awards this year & it was completely deserved. A magical place that you can revisit for afternoon tea or stay in the B & B in the Edwardian Manor House. Highly recommended.

Craig and Caroline Cunningham
Happy couple married in July
July 2017
Exceeded Everyone's Expectations

We got married here on the 8th July 2017. It is a truly magical venue, owned by the beautiful Libby Lawson who's laid back approach and can-do attitude won our hearts (and money!!). Nothing was too much trouble, and they were very accommodating with our special requests. Totally flexible, whatever we wanted, they did, no questions asked (or raised eyebrows!) and on the day they really pulled it off. All of our guests were very well looked after, the food amazing, they were always there but you'd never know it. A perfect example of total professionals, without the arrogance. Everyone has commented on what a spectacular venue it was, they were well fed and those who spoke to Libby loved her as much as we did. Please put your trust in the team here at St Augustine's Priory...we did and they exceeded all of our expectations and more. They really know what they are doing...and some! Thank you Libby, Zena, Rob and the team for making our special day really memorable for all the right reasons. You were fabulous. I hope to be able to visit the sunken garden to have another blessing in 10 years time! Photo by jasondoddphotography

Location & Contact Details for Bilsington Priory

Wedding Venue Address
Priory Road, Ashford, Kent, TN25 7AU, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Bilsington Priory?

There is no single "best" wedding, but what we do is take the best elements from every wedding and share them with you.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Find a venue that reflects your personalities, so when your guests look back on the day, they'll say, "Wow, that was truly them!"

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

One of our favorite personal touches at a wedding was a flower crown bar. It was a hit with everyone, and even the boys joined in, creating their own unique floral crowns. It added a fun and creative element to the celebration and allowed guests to have fun pictures taken akin to a photobooth but without the plastic elements.

Describe Bilsington Priory in 5 adjectives

Timeless, elegant, rustic, modern, enchanting. It's a place where old meets new.

Where’s the best photo spot at Bilsington Priory?

One of our favourite spots for your best photos is outside the Priory infront of the ancient oak porch but these are options in the Enchanted Garden and in the Secret Garden or even on a bridge over the water that you might love

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Bilsington Priory?

Of course, its a priory!

What’s your favourite canapé?

We have to walk around with our arms behind our backs when the Arancini balls – deep fried risotto balls with a fresh Mediterranean flavour are being served!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Dirty chips - nothing beats them

What is Bilsington Priory most unique feature?

Bilsington Priory's most unique feature is the Priory, an ancient Scheduled Medieval Monument that offers a stunning and atmospheric backdrop for weddings and events. Built in 1253 its rich history, its timeless a architectural beauty, and it's timeless charm set it apart as a truly unique wedding venue.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are so excited to be reopening the Priory after storm Eunice took the priory roof off.

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