Chiddingstone Castle is a Grade II* historic house perfect for a bespoke wedding experience.

We offer exclusive use of the castle and its grounds, giving you control of timings and an opportunity to prepare at leisure in the bride’s suite.

With flexibility to suit all needs, we team up with you to create your day that is as intimate as you wish, as fun as you want, as glamorous as you desire and as big and bold as you imagine. Read some of our reviews here.

We are able to accommodate a range of guest numbers, from micro weddings to larger groups up to 80 for a wedding breakfast in the Great Hall, followed by an evening reception of up to 150.

We have a selection of marquees we erect on our South Lawn,  our Tipi, Sail Tent or Traditional Marquee, giving you freedom to invite up to 600 guests for the full day from ceremony through to evening reception.

Throughout the summer season our Orangery is one of the most unique venues in Kent for a civil ceremony. View our award-winning read more about the Orangery page here.

Drinks can also be enjoyed at the Orangery, on the Raised South Lawn or our rustic cobbled Tea Room courtyard, perfect for castle weddings in Kent.

During the winter, or in wet weather, the ceremony is by no means compromised by coming inside to the majestic Great Hall, a grand, formal room of Tudor heritage reflected in its oak panelling.

The bridal couple sign the register beneath the stained glass window. 

An aisle is created from the Print Room behind and, following the ceremony, drinks and canapés can be served in the White Rose Drawing Room adjacent.  It is a light and elegant room with breath-taking views of the Weald and walls hung with paintings of the Stuart monarchs.  

Photo credits : Cover - Jodi Hanagan Photography, Top left - Claire Wakefield Photography, Top Right - Jodi Hanagan Photography, Bottom Left & Bottom thumbnails - Kristel Aragon, Final image - Shepherd Photography.