The Clarendon Royal Hotel

(3)
Affordable (£)
Up to 120
13 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

Our aim at The Clarendon Royal Hotel is to provide a tailored wedding day offering the highest quality of both food and service, within stylish yet relaxed and informal surroundings. You will meet with one of our dedicated event team members to discuss your exact vision for the day, tailoring everything from, arrival drinks, wedding breakfast, decor and your evening buffet. We hope your day will be exclusive and memorable for yourselves as well as your guests. Whether you get married within our beautiful hotel or have your wedding reception following a service elsewhere. We aim to create an intimate and memorable occasion in our beautiful Edward VII suite. The Clarendon Royal Hotel holds a full wedding licence. Our dedicated events team have a wealth of experience organising weddings and civil partnerships, taking the stress away from you, leaving you to enjoy your day to the fullest. For further information about our wedding packages and to arrange a viewing please contact us at your earliest convenience.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Stephen
As the general manager of the Clarendon Royal Hotel I would firstly like to thank you for thinking of us for your special day. If you have any questions about the services we can offer for your day or to book a viewing with myself or onsite events coordinator, please feel free to call 01474 362221. We look forward to meeting and discussing your vision.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1748
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
30

Overview of The Clarendon Royal Hotel

Venue Type
City Hotel
Venue
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
250
No. of Bedrooms
13
Sleeps No. of People
26
Bridal Suite
Standard Room
Usual Access Time
08:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 PM
Late Night Extension
Yes

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
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Ballroom
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence

Reviews for The Clarendon Royal Hotel
(3)

Jackie Day-Saunders
Happy couple married in July
April 2023
We were married at The Clarendon in 2018, we try to go back every year to celebrate with a superb meal, they never let us down

We were married at The Clarendon in 2018, we try to go back every year to celebrate with a superb meal, they never let us down.

Mr & Mrs Perry
Happy couple married in March
April 2023
Well, what can I say

Well, what can I say.. We had our wedding reception here last weekend and we had the BEST day ever! . David was absolutely spot on and was there for every question, request and moment we needed him, all throughout the planning and on the day. . David and all members of staff were there throughout the day, and were professional and attentive to all needs. . Food was A* and so many guests have said they really enjoyed the bbq food we had, highly recommend the hotdogs!! . Our whole day from start to finish was perfect, and we couldn't have asked for anything more. If you're thinking of having a wedding reception here, eating or drinking here, DO IT!! . Thank you to David, Steve and all staff, you're all amazing and made our day as perfect as it was.

Ken and Shirley
Happy couple married in May
May 2018
ken and Shirley

Thank You, Thank You and Thank You. That’s how much Shirley and Ken rated the Clarendon Royal Hotel. We have just got married at the venue and would like to thank the hotel Event Team, Steve and all his staff for the wonderful experience you gave us to add to our memories of our wedding day and did we have one. Never mind about the Royal Wedding our guests thought they were at it, as we were treated like royalty on the day by the Clarendon. All our guests came up to us after the wedding breakfast to thank us for the delicious food they had, not one had a bad experience, so well done to the chef and all the helpers. The evening guests also commented on how good the evening buffet was. All the staff was so friendly, helpful, polite and very attentive to our needs and the rooms and hotel were very clean and tidy. So once again we say thank you, the wedding day was truly excellent. Ken & Shirley

Location & Contact Details for The Clarendon Royal Hotel

Wedding Venue Address
Royal Pier Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2BE, England, United Kingdom
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What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

We always advise all couples to have the ceremony early so you can actually enjoy your day. So many couples plan the perfect day but don't leave any time to actually spend with their guests and take in the day due to hurrying through from ceremony to sit down to reception. My advise would always be to have the ceremony early, pick a venue which can cater for your entire day, across different rooms/spaces and just enjoy yourselves. It can be hard to not get swayed by outside opinions and interests but this is YOUR special day not their's have everything the way you want it!!!

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

We recently hosted a wedding where the father of the brides speech was a song he'd written throughout that day. It detailed little quirky things that had happened on the day. He then taught everyone the chorus and all 100 guests song along with him.

Describe The Clarendon Royal Hotel in 5 adjectives

Historic, Friendly, Service Driven, Unique

Where’s the best photo spot at The Clarendon Royal Hotel?

We have uninterrupted views across the river Thames from our river terrace so that's a good place to start!! Being an 18th century property we have many features, from the free standing Georgian staircase to the iconic front facade of the hotel.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Crispy Bacon Baps!!!

What is The Clarendon Royal Hotel most unique feature?

We have our own private River Terrace as well as many features being an 18th century building.

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