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A Wedding Like No Other on the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that’s truly unique and unforgettable, the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway in Kent offers an extraordinary setting. This world-famous steam railway combines charm, history, and stunning scenery to create a wedding experience unlike any other.
Your Ceremony: A Charming Start
The railway is a fully licensed wedding venue, with a beautiful Ceremony Room right next to New Romney Station’s platform. Picture saying your vows as a steam train whistles softly nearby—an intimate and magical moment for you and your guests.
Travel in Style with Your Guests
One of the venue’s standout features is the option to charter a private train for up to 120 guests. Travel together in comfort aboard Heritage Carriages, featuring padded seats and an on-board bar. Your journey will take you along a scenic 13½-mile route through the historic Cinque Port town of Hythe, the family-friendly seaside village of Dymchurch, and on to the breathtaking National Nature Reserve at Dungeness. This scenic ride offers a perfect break between your ceremony and reception.
Flexible Spaces to Suit Your Celebration
- The Heywood Conservatory: Overlooking New Romney’s main platform, this space is perfect for steam railway enthusiasts. It accommodates up to 30 guests for daytime events and up to 100 for evening celebrations.
- The End of the Line Suite: Located at Dungeness, this suite offers panoramic views of the unique landscape and can host 50 guests during the day or up to 80 in the evening.
- Hythe Hall & Vintage Tea Room: A spacious venue in Hythe that holds up to 100 guests and includes a stage, ideal for live entertainment or speeches.
Delicious Catering and Entertainment Options
The venue’s catering is as versatile as your wedding vision. Choose from casual options like fish and chips or hog roasts, to elegant silver service dinners and buffets. Whether you want a relaxed vintage-style cream tea or a formal three-course meal, the expert team will tailor the menu to your taste. For entertainment, you can arrange live music or a disco to keep the celebration lively.
Personalized Details and Family-Friendly Fun
Make your day even more memorable with personalized train headboards—a charming keepsake of your wedding journey. Younger guests will love the Play Park and Model Railway Exhibition at New Romney Station, keeping them happily entertained. Plus, a dedicated Wedding Celebration Co-ordinator is on hand to help you plan every detail, ensuring your special day runs smoothly from start to finish.
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What makes the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway a unique wedding venue?
The Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway offers a truly unique wedding experience combining historic steam railway charm, beautiful scenic routes, and specialized wedding spaces. Couples can enjoy a ceremony next to the station platform, a private steam train journey with guests, and panoramic views across Kent's countryside, creating unforgettable memories.
Is the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway licensed for wedding ceremonies?
Yes, the railway is a fully licensed wedding venue, featuring a Ceremony Room conveniently located next to New Romney Station's platform, allowing couples to say their vows in a charming and intimate setting with the ambiance of a nearby steam train.
How many guests can travel on the private wedding train?
The venue offers a private chartered steam train that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Guests travel comfortably in Heritage Carriages with padded seating and access to an on-board bar, enjoying a scenic 13½-mile route as part of the wedding celebration.
What are the available wedding reception spaces at the venue?
The Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway provides three flexible reception spaces to suit different celebrations:
- The Heywood Conservatory: Seats up to 30 guests by day and 100 in the evening.
- The End of the Line Suite: Located at Dungeness, hosts 50 guests during the day and up to 80 in the evening.
- Hythe Hall & Vintage Tea Room: Spacious venue in Hythe for up to 100 guests, including a stage for entertainment.
What catering options are offered for weddings at the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway?
The venue offers versatile catering tailored to your tastes, including casual options such as fish and chips or hog roasts, to elegant silver service dinners and buffets. You can also choose themed catering like vintage-style cream teas or formal three-course meals to enhance your wedding dining experience.
Are entertainment options available at the venue?
Yes, couples can arrange for live music or a disco to keep their wedding reception lively and enjoyable, with a dedicated stage available at the Hythe Hall & Vintage Tea Room for performances or speeches.
Can the railway accommodate family-friendly activities during the wedding?
The venue is family-friendly, featuring a Play Park and Model Railway Exhibition at New Romney Station. These attractions help keep younger guests entertained throughout the celebration, making it enjoyable for guests of all ages.
What personalized touches can couples include in their wedding at this venue?
Couples can add charming personalized details such as custom train headboards commemorating their wedding journey. The dedicated Wedding Celebration Co-ordinator can assist in tailoring these and other details to create a unique and memorable day.
Where is the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway wedding venue located?
The venue is located at New Romney, Kent, England, with the postal code TN28 8PL. It offers picturesque surroundings perfect for a scenic wedding experience in the heart of Kent.
How does the wedding day timeline typically integrate the private train journey?
After the ceremony in the beautiful Ceremony Room beside New Romney Station, couples and their guests can enjoy a private train charter along a stunning 13½-mile route through Hythe, Dymchurch, and on to the National Nature Reserve at Dungeness. This scenic journey can serve as a delightful transitioning experience between the ceremony and the reception.
