Description
Preston Court is an extraordinary Georgian manor wedding venue nestled in the gorgeous countryside of Canterbury, Kent. One of the UK's most stylish settings, this family-owned and operated venue blends traditional elegance with innovative, artistic details. Primed with beautiful barns, blossoming gardens, and a lake with a medieval island, couples can host a truly unique celebration here.
Facilities and Capacity
Surrounded by 550 acres of private grounds, Preston Court has a wealth of indoor and outdoor spaces available for your festivities. Couples can host their ceremony within the manicured gardens, with bluebell woodlands and a glistening lake as their backdrop. Julianas medieval moated island features an elegant pagoda where you can say your vows. For a classic indoor ceremony, the 12th-century St. Mildred's Church sits within the estate and provides a traditional atmosphere steeped in charm. The Kentish Barn offers a rustic setting for your ceremony, or you can opt to have a lavish reception with up to 150 guests. For grand soirees of 250 to 350 people, a stretch tent can be added to make space for all your loved ones. The venue comes brimming with one-of-a-kind additions to your wedding, such as the Victorian Carousel and the 1920s art deco mechanical fairground organs. Couples can also avail of the in-house street food caterer, Wilfie's Wood-Fired Pizza, serving delicious cuisine from a vintage horsebox. Sleep under the stars at Preston Court's luxury glamping site, with comfortable accommodations for up to 50 guests. The estate is one hour away from central London by train and close to fantastic hotels, meaning your guests can rest easy after your joyful occasion.
Services Offered
Seasoned professionals at hosting weddings, the dedicated Preston Court team is more than capable of bringing your vision to life. Couples can personalise the venue to suit any style, whether a rustic festival, vintage fairground, or country house theme. With years of experience in the industry, the team have curated a list of trusted suppliers, from florists and transport to photographers, caterers, musicians, and more. They will ensure every detail is to your liking and that you enjoy a blissful milestone occasion.
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Key Details
Capacity:
15 - 250Price from:
£60Details & FAQs
Venue type:
- In the country
- Sporting
- Unusual weddings
- Historic
- Woodland and festival
- Church
- Barn
- Outdoor license
- Unique weddings
Ceremony options:
- Chapel or temple on-site
- Fire ceremony
- Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
- Seated meal facilities
- Corkage option
- Private catering allowed
- Alcohol licence
- Buffet meal facilities
- In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
- Entertainment licence
- Live band facilities
- Evening reception facilities
- DJ facilities
Overnight accommodation:
- Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
- Overnight accommodation for guests
Venue staff assistance:
- Wedding coordinator
Venue leisure facilities:
- Hairdresser
Other features:
- Exclusive use
- Car parking
- Confetti permitted
- Pet-friendly