Written by Bethany, PA to Luke Granger
As a Kent Wedding Photographer, our team here at Luke Granger Photography love exploring wedding venues across the UK, but its also great to know we have so many Kent Wedding Venues right here on our doorstep.
We have recently moved to Aylesford near Maidstone, I thought it was the perfect time to share all the best wedding venues in Maidstone incase any of our readers were looking for inspiration.
For those that don't know, Maidstone is the largest town in Kent and boasts the nickname "The Garden of England". With strong farming roots and an abundance of history there are so many fantastic place to visit and enjoy. As a Maidstone wedding photographer, we thought we would share some of these wedding venues with you. There are a mixture of grand wedding venues, rustic wedding venues, intimate wedding venues and hotel wedding venues all great options to choose if you are looking for a Maidstone wedding venue and are struggling where to choose.
Take a look at a selection of Wedding Venues in Maidstone, if you are looking for a Maidstone wedding photographer, be sure to get in touch, we would love to hear from you.
Chilston Park Hotel, Maidstone
Chilston Park Hotel is a a grand, country manor hotel in rural Maidstone. Immersed into the Kent countryside, couples can host their guests for the day on an exclusive use basis if they wish, hiring the whole wedding venue to explore freely. Plenty of opportunities for fantastic wedding photographs both inside the venue and within the grounds, we will have plenty of time to explore taking photographs alongside you enjoying time with your guests.
Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Leeds Castle is a fantastic choice of Maidstone wedding venue if you want to feel like a King or Queen for the day. With a selection of different ceremony options available, Leeds Castle hosts both Grand and Intimate weddings. Extensive grounds, falconry experiences and even a maze, we can get creative with your wedding photographs if you would like to explore and have an adventure.
One of the great benefits about getting married at Leeds Castle is that you can visit the grounds to reminisce whenever you like enjoying a family day out.
Nettlestead Place, Maidstone
One of our favourites, Nettlestead's grounds are exceptionally well kept with floral gardens, walled lake, woodland and lawns all offering a fantastic backdrop for photographs outside. A private residence undertaking just a small number of weddings each year, couples have flexibility to create a unique day for their friends and family to enjoy.
The Orangery, Maidstone
With an outside tiki area, an ornate pagoda or the delicate orangery, The Orangery at Turkey Mill Maidstone is versatile throughout the year for weddings. A tardis like venue, your guests will be transported into the tranquil grounds the moment they arrive before enjoying a day filled with love and laughter.
Kent Life, Maidstone
If you are looking for a 'Darling Buds of May' wedding venue vibe, The Kent Life is for you. A rustic church barn style ceremony followed by a wedding reception surrounded by traditional hops and farmland, Kent Life offers an unusual wedding venue in Maidstone. Want an owl ring bearer? - The Kent Owl Academy are based on site
Allington Castle, Maidstone
A private estate, Allington Castle is a popular venue to host weddings in Maidstone but has also acted as a film location for the children's TV Series Horrible Histories and even hosted Liz Hurley & Joan Collins when they were filming The Royals. A picturesque setting in the heart of Maidstone, It's a great choice is you are looking for a wedding venue.
The Gardens, Yalding
The Gardens in Yalding is truly beautiful with its elaborate wisteria lined trees and its maze of quaint english gardens to explore. Utilising the Tipi for a seated wedding breakfast and the barn for the evening reception you really have a fantastic indoor/outdoor set up where your guests can spill out onto the lawns for games and drinks throughout.
Bradbourne House, East Malling
On the outskirts of Maidstone, Bradbourne house is just a short drive away from the town centre (& 3 minutes from our house) but feels like you have travelled far out into the countryside. With Orchards, manicured lawns and fantastic interiors, Bradbourne House is a fantastic wedding venue; it even has a Helipad if you are looking for a dramatic entrance.
Little Fant Farm, Maidstone
Did some say festival vibes? If a traditional church or registry wedding followed by your very own wedchella sounds like the vibe you are after then be sure to take a look at Little Fant Farm whos relaxed anything goes approach allows for a truly unique day to remember.
The Moat, Wrotham
On the outskirts of Maidstone, The Moat offers a relaxed pub style wedding venue with a focus on rustic charm & excellent food. With their new accommodation onsite, guests can party the night away and enjoy a cosy night sleep
Want To See More?
If you would like to see a full gallery from one of our weddings in Maidstone or any other venues be sure to get in touch. We would love to inspire and help you find the vibe for your own wedding day