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Price: £9,330 – £19,690
Guests: 100
Deals available: 3

Description

Your magical ceremony awaits

Choose from four magical rustic wedding ceremony areas at The Gardens, each seating up to 100 of your loved ones. The perfect ceremony, all year round. The Nook, The Gazebo, The Orchard, The Barn.

The Retreat is a spacious and comfortable dressing room for your wedding day morning.

After your wedding ceremony, catch up with your guests in a relaxed and informal rustic setting. Enjoy cocktails and garden games, explore the twelve acres of beautiful gardens, and make the most of the endless photo opportunities. Enjoy a delicious meal or relaxed BBQ with your family and friends in the magical tipis. Dance the night away at your evening reception with up to 200 guests, enjoy delicious cocktails, and create unforgettable memories.

Bespoke quote tailored to your dream day

Wedding packages at The Gardens start from £9,330. Prices vary depending on the month, day of the week, and year you decide to hold your wedding. All packages include exclusive use of the venue, in-house catering, use of our spacious dressing room and the support of our experienced team. Packages are available throughout the seasons.

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Name of Wedding Contact: Jenny, Beth & Bex
Thank you for considering The Gardens for your wedding day. We have years of experience, and will be by your side throughout your wedding planning journey to ensure you have the day of your dreams. We can't wait to meet you and show you around our beautiful country garden wedding venue.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2016
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
No. of People In Team
140

Overview of The Gardens

Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Dancefloor available
Confetti permitted
Sound system available
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Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive use
Outdoor Reception Space
Disabled access
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Wedding Catering

In-house catering
Alcohol license
Asian catering
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Pricing for The Gardens

Packages (total price)
£9,330.00 – £19,690.00
Number of guests included: 50
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What's Included?
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
The Garden’s classic wedding package has been designed so that every detail of your wedding day is taken care of. You just need to add your styling and personal touches to make the day your own. The classic wedding package includes: Exclusive venue hire Inside and outside civil ceremony options available (registrar fees will apply) Your personal wedding coordinator Three-course wedding feast or BBQ One reception drink per person (bucks fizz, Pimms & lemonade or orange juice) Half a bottle of house wine per person during the wedding breakfast One glass of sparkling wine per person for the toast VIP access to wedding inspiration days throughout the year Professional DJ and disco lighting Evening buffet – a choice of a hot or cold buffet, hog roast (supplement applies) Guidance for booking your ceremony with Maidstone Register Office Exclusive use of the on-site dressing room from 9am until midnight Bespoke room plan to assist you in arranging your final table plan Use of a private room prior to the ceremony to speak with the registrars Table number and name holders Post box for cards and envelopes Easel and frame for displaying your table plan An elegant cake stand and knife Exclusive discounts with local hotel partners Ample free parking for guests Contact us for a wedding package price that's tailored to your dream day.
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Location & Contact Details for The Gardens

Wedding Venue Address
Benover Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME18 6EX, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?

One of the most memorable weddings at The Gardens involved a groom who worked with horses. He wanted this passion reflected in his wedding, so we worked with him to arrange the most magical ceremony entrance we've ever seen from a groom.

He arrived on horseback, like a knight in shining armour, riding his way down the aisle towards the gazebo (much to the delight of his guests). During the outdoor ceremony, his horse happily grazed on the grass as the pair said their vows.

It was so romantic and a true reflection of a lovely couple, we've no doubt their guests are still talking about it now.

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

Throw away the rulebook, forget what's in fashion, and focus on what matters to both of you. This is a celebration of you and your relationship, so we always recommend couples think about ways they can incorporate little touches of their personalities throughout their day.

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

It's always so lovely to see couples incorporating a nod to those who are no longer with them, it's such a special and personal touch.

Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.

Breathtaking, rustic, magical, earthy & unforgettable.

Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?

There's too many to count - your photographer will be in paradise! We have 12 acres of grounds with 16 individual, beautifully designed garden ‘rooms’ each with their own characteristics, mood and colour. A very popular photo spot is our stunning victorian greenhouse, which was donated to The Gardens by King Charles in the 1990s. And for Spring weddings, our famous tumbling display of lilac wisteria gets a LOT of attention.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?

One of our lovely brides went on to become a Finalist in The Great British Bake Off.

What’s your favourite canapé?

It's hard to choose, but we love our Beef Sirloin Steak, Pomme Frite & Bearnaise Sauce. It's indulgent and truly delicious.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese!

What is your venue's most unique feature?

Our stunning, Nordic hat style Tipis add the wow factor to every wedding breakfast. Romantic fairy lights cascade from the wooden beams, while the fire pits exude light and warmth, creating a really magical atmosphere. They're spacious - seating up to 130 guests for a sit down meal and 240 for a buffet - while feeling really intimate and special.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We're really proud of our commitment to making wedding planning fun and stress-free for couples. When you get married at The Gardens, you'll be looked after by Glow Events, a team which includes experienced wedding coordinators, exceptional chefs, and professional waiting staff who are committed to ensuring you have the day of your dreams. You’ll also benefit from access to our exclusive online planning tool, Sonas, which makes organising your wedding simple.

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