East Quay Venue

(161)

£4,000 - £7,000 for Venue Hire

Up to 100

Bedrooms

Exclusive Use

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Description

The East Quay is a wedding and event venue located on the East side of Whitstable harbour. The building, which was originally home to the Seasalter and Ham Oyster Fishery Company, sits at the end of the Quay ideally located for the fisherman. Today, the building retains is coastal heritage through photos on our bare brick walls. We have our own private shingle beach area, perfect for your guests to enjoy the fresh sea breeze and an infamous Whitstable sunset. As part of The Whitstable Oyster Company, we produce our own oysters. At low tide you can see our oysters beds, and during the afternoon our farmers can be found grading, sorting and washing the oysters at the East Quay site. After three years of hard graft the oysters are ready for purification before being distributed to our businesses. Why not offer your guests a selection of freshly shucked, battered or alcoholic oysters during your drinks reception? Inside the building we have a mezzanine level licensed for civil ceremonies, a dance floor complete with a fish tank DJ booth, fully licensed bar, open plan kitchen and a dinning area with direct sea views.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Lucy Harris

We have two dedicated Event Managers and 1 receptionist who are contactable 7 days a week. We, as a team, believe in assisting our couples in making their day the best it can be. Everyone has individual beliefs and ideas of the ‘perfect day’ and we aim to understand and characterise this as best we can. We aim to ensure every couples wedding is as unique and individual as our venue is.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2012

No. of Weddings Hosted

Between 10 and 30

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of East Quay Venue

Venue Type

Coastal/Heritage

Dining Capacity

100

Reception Capacity

200

Usual Access Time

09:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

12:00 AM

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Sound System Available

Fireworks Permitted

Wedding Licence

Dancefloor Available

Confetti Permitted

Venue

Open Flame Permitted

Water View

Grade I/II Listed Building

Exclusive Use

Bridal Changing Facilities

Pet Friendly

On-Site Parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Disabled Access

Food and Drink

In-House Wine List

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Bar

Pricing for East Quay Venue

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£4,000

Maximum Price

£7,000

The venue hire is exclusive use of the whole venue and beach front area. The pricing includes all furniture, on-the day staffing and a dedicated Event Manager throughout the whole planning process.

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

External caterers not permitted

Furniture included

Wedding coordinator available on the day

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£20

Maximum Price

£45

We offer three menus which reflect our coastal position and focus on using local, seasonal produce. There is flexibility within the menu and a bespoke option

What is included in this pricing:

Bespoke menu available

Cutlery included

Corkage charge applicable

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Reviews for East Quay Venue
(161)

Mr and mrs Muir-Harris

Happy couple married in June

August 2024

Everything was just as we imagined

Just wanted to say a massive thank you for making our day so perfect! Everything was just as we imagined and more from the food to the staff! We’ve lots of love Mr and Mrs. Muir-Harris

Leigh and Becky

Happy couple married in November

August 2024

The best day of our lives

Thank you so much for all the help and support you provided to make our wedding the best day of our lives. We received many compliments from our guests for the fantastic venue and amazing service. All the best, Leigh and Becky

Alex & Wez

Happy couple married in June

August 2024

You went above and beyond

Thank you so much for everything you did for us on the day. You went above and beyond and all worked so hard to make our day run smoothly and help us have the best day! We can’t thank you enough and have recommended you to everyone! Love Alex and Wez

Amy

Happy couple married in August

August 2024

A massive thank you

we just wanted to say a massive thank you for all your help with our wedding, without you our day wouldn’t have gone so perfectly! Amy

Kate and Dave

Happy couple married in September

August 2024

It couldn’t have been better!!

Thank you for all your help with planning and helping us choose wedding details. Also thank you to you and your staff for our wedding day. It couldn’t have been better!! We received lots of great comments about the venue, staff and the food, so thank you all very much. We wish we could do it all again. Love and best wishes, Kate and Dave.

Helen and Ed

Happy couple married in September

August 2024

The most amazing venue

Thank you so much for everything you did to make our day run so smoothly and be so special. You were also helpful, kind, attentive and amazingly calming. East quay venue is the most amazing venue with the best team and we be in our hearts, thank you, Helen and Ed.

Gini & Ollie

Wedding: September

August 2024

Many many compliments

Gini and Ollie’s wedding was even better than we had ever hoped for. From the initial planning meeting way back in 2019, we knew we could rely on you! All through the two years, you never failed to answer any queries and reassured us with your advice, ideas and positivity. On the day, you were always there, from your calm greeting in the campervan to the clearing of glasses off the beach! Things were flawless. We have had many compliments about the day, thanks for making it truly wonderful!

Tom and Ella

Happy couple married in May

August 2024

We had an amazing day

Thank you so much for all your amazing help and hard work to make our day so special. Despite restrictions you made us and our guests so relax and we are so grateful. In all the planning you were so helpful. We had an amazing day. From Tom and Ella.

Mike and Nicola

Happy couple married in April

August 2024

The most amazing wedding day

Thank you so much for arranging and delivering the most amazing wedding day we could have wished for. You have gone above and beyond over the last two years, and we can’t thank you enough. All our guests have been so complimentary as regards to the venue, you and your staff, and how well the day went. Wishing you lots of luck with your new arrival, you’ll be missed at work we are sure! Thanks again, Mike and Nicola.

Darren and Emily

Happy couple married in March

August 2024

We could not have chosen a better venue!

Thank you so so much for everything you guys done on our wedding day. It was truly magical for us and we could not of wanted it any other way. Your attention to detail was everything and you all made the day run so smoothly. We could not have chosen a better event venue! From Darren and Emily. PS the food was incredible!