insideKENT Magazine Issue 35 - February 2015 | Page 54

WEDDINGS WEDDING VENUES cont. Tudor Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club London Golf Club Ashford Road, Bearsted, Maidstone ME14 4NQ 01622 632006 [email protected] www.marriotttudorpark.co.uk Stansted Lane, Ash TN15 7EH 01474 875720 [email protected] www.londongolf.co.uk Nestled in 200 acres of beautiful Kent countryside, 4-star Tudor Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club offers mouthwatering cuisine, exceptional Marriott service, and stylish guestrooms. For couples craving an outside ceremony, Tudor Park has a picture-perfect licensed gazebo set in stunning grounds that include an 18- hole championship golf course and nature reserve. Ceremony rooms hold up to 90 guests; sit down receptions up to 160 guests; and evening buffets up to 200 guests. There are three rooms licensed for civil ceremonies, a bridal suite, 120 bedrooms, and excellent golf, leisure and spa facilities. Go along to Tudor Park's Wedding Open day to view its beautiful function spaces and meet the wedding team on Sunday 1st February, 11am-3pm, or book an appointment to hear all about the hotel's new 2015 Pure Wedding Package from just £2,500. Tudor Park also offers FREE VENUE HIRE and Marriott Rewards Points for every wedding booked. London Golf Club is one of the few Kent wedding venues located on the beautiful North Downs, providing a picturesque and private venue for your special day. Set in the heart of 700 acres, the Clubhouse is approached from the Gatehouse by the impressive one-mile driveway – a real wow factor right from the start. With stunning views over the lakes, manicured fairways, and a backdrop overlooking its two championship golf courses, your photographer will be spoilt for choice. In a world where the finer details matter, London Golf Club continues to raise the bar with an award-winning Clubhouse, and first-class and exceptional service including your own dedicated wedding coordinator to assist you with planning and overseeing your special day from start to finish. The venue is easily accessible and offers ample parking, a designated helipad, and counts several excellent hotels offering nearby accommodation. The Orchards Canterbury Cathedral Lodge New Road, East Malling ME19 6BJ 01732 523781 [email protected] www.theorchardseastmalling.co.uk The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH 01227 865350 www.canterburycathedrallodge.org Situated within a wonderful and unique location in the beautiful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, sits an often-unknown wedding gem. For those seeking a truly exceptional venue, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is a modern and contemporary venue that can accommodate up to 120 guests for a sit down wedding breakfast. The team at the Lodge is dedicated to offering wedding couples quality and choice. Using its own inhouse catering team to offer fine food and fine wine – and in keeping with the ethos of the Cathedral, the highly skilled chefs source high quality, fair-trade and local produce whenever possible. A hidden treasure at the Lodge is the beautiful Campanile Garden, which sits in an elevated position overlooking the Cathedral to provide a stunning backdrop. In the summer months, a Champagne drinks reception in the garden is a must, with superb photograph opportunities available. A dedicated events team offers expert help and advice in assisting couples with their individual requirements, ensuring the highest level of hospitality at all times. Offering peace and privacy within the heart of the city, those attending weddings have the option to stay overnight in stylish guest accommodation – with each room in the Lodge benefiting from an amazing Cathedral view. The Orchards is a modern and contemporary wedding venue perfectly located in the quaint village of East Malling, near Maidstone. Set in a rural and private location surrounded by 200 hectares of fruit orchards and idyllic countryside, it provides you with a unique setting in which to hold your wedding reception. The Orchards' wedding team prides itself on deliv W&