Penshurst Place & Gardens

Penshurst Place & Gardens – the home of Chivalry & Romance

A defended manor house set in an area of unspoilt natural beauty, Penshurst Place is medieval in origin, with the warmth and character of a much-loved family home.  It is famed in particular for its stunning Tudor gardens and medieval Baron’s Hall and offers a unique setting for an idyllic wedding day.

In a history spanning almost seven centuries, it has been owned by kings and noblemen and has been the ancestral seat of the Sidney family since 1552, where it has been the scene of lavish entertaining, poetic inspiration, chivalrous acts and notable historical events.

Today, the original 14th century manor house and the Tudor gardens present one of the most romantic backdrops imaginable for a truly memorable wedding ceremony or reception, with an abundance of stunning photo opportunities.  The current owner, Philip Sidney, 2nd Viscount De L’Isle MBE and his family are pleased to invite you to enjoy the magnificent surroundings at Penshurst Place on your special day.

Located in the charming village of Penshurst, you can be assured of a most exclusive and memorable setting to capture that special moment of one of the most important days of your life.

With these unparalleled surroundings, Penshurst Place maintains its long tradition of hospitality by also offering a superb dining experience provided by Leith’s of Glyndebourne, our appointed caterer.  They are famous for their impeccable standards of cuisine….offering mouth-watering dishes to impress and satisfy your guests.

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Address:  Penshurst Place & Gardens
Penshurst, Tonbridge
Kent, TN11 8DG
Contact:  01892 870307
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Summary information

Penshurst Place is home to three banqueting rooms of varying capacities, each with its own history and charm: The awe-inspiring Baron’s Hall is at the heart of Penshurst Place - steeped in history and elegance, giving a sense of occasion and feeling of grandeur; it can host up to 200 guests for a ceremony or 136 guests for dining The charming Sunderland Room is the original 14th century solar of the medieval hall. There is a light but mellow atmosphere, enhanced by a fire in the winter; it can host up to 120 guests for a ceremony or 88 guests for dining The cosy Buttery was once the bottle store room of the medieval household, but now a space for smaller receptions or as a bar area; it can host up to 30 guests for dining or 50 guests for a standing reception Couples and their guests can take advantage of the private driveway, with ample, free parking, plus the Inner Courtyard, providing a private, outside area for the duration of the wedding day. During the winter months a fully lined, heated and carpeted marquee within the grounds of Penshurst Place is offered for weddings.

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Reviews for Penshurst Place & Gardens

    • 16 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs W rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Venue was magnificent!
      The venue was magnificent, the food, the staff and the overall ambience was awesome – thank you so much for your contribution to a most memorable occasion

    • 16 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs I rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Amazing venue and delicious food!
      Thank you all so much for your patience, guidance and expertise. We had so much excellent feedback from our guests about the amazing venue and delicious food. Thank you for helping our day run smoothly. We are so happy with the way everything turned out, so a huge thank you to all of you. We had a magical day – thanks again

    • 16 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs F rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Wonderful memories of Penshurst
      I wanted to write you a quick note today to thank you for everything you did in making our big day a great success. We had a very warm feeling about the hall and, more importantly, your team from the very first minute we visited you to scout out locations a few short months ago. You (and the beautiful buildings) exceeded even our most optimistic expectations in every way. Thanks also to some long-awaited autumn sun, we will always have wonderful memories of Penshurst. What was amazing was that you let us arrange exactly the sort of wedding we had in mind. That contributed to the relaxed atmosphere we enjoyed and set the tone for the evening. You did everything you could to ensure that we got what we wanted. You did so with extreme professionalism, politeness and good humour. It was a very positive experience for us in every way. I will let you know when our photographer gets some photos through. Fingers crossed, the place looks as good in the photos as it did in real life. Many thanks to you all - you are a credit to the beautiful building where you work

    • 16 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs F rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      The food and service were great!
      I wanted to write a quick note to thank you both (and your teams) for all the hard work you put into our wedding. The food and service were great (as were the wines!). Your staff did a discreet and professional job for us all as well. The whole process with you was very well run, from initial meeting to final delivery of a wonderful event Thanks very much again for everything

    • 16 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs H rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Truly professional!
      We just wanted to thank you for all the help you gave us in organising our wedding at Penshurst. Throughout the planning you were always so helpful, efficient and truly professional and it certainly made everything a lot easier for us, not least being able to relax knowing how organised you all were! You really made us feel as if we were the only couple you were dealing with, remembering little details and helping to make our day so special. We had a truly perfect wedding day and the staff at Penshurst were a pleasure to deal with from start to finish

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs K rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Fantastic time!
      I had a fantastic time on Saturday and despite the chill weather, so did everyone else. Thank you so much for all your work and running the day smoothly. It was a very hard task considering the international crew and me having too many ideas!

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs F rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      The fabulous food was first class!
      Thanks ever so much Ellie for all your hard work yesterday and over the past few weeks. We both felt it went really well and your contribution to the day being such a success was massive. Do compliment Emily on the fabulous food - first class. Thanks too goes to Heather and Emily for keeping things running smoothly.

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs P rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Excellent from start to finish!
      Our day was generally excellent from start to finish. No where else we looked at came close.

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr B - father of bride rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      A magical day!
      A big thank you to you and the other staff at Leith's and Penshurst for helping to make my daughter's wedding day so magical. Everyone was charming and attentive, and worked very hard. The guests were delighted - especially the newly married couple.

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs R rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Best day of our lives!
      We had the best dy of our lives at our wedding. I can't tell you how perfect the day was and how seamlessly it progressed. You were all absolutely wonderful and made the whole process so relaxing for all of us. It was perfect! Everyone we've spoken to commented on what a great atmosphrere there was and how relaxed they all felt, despite the grandeur of the beautiful surroundings. We honestly can not thank you enough. From the beginning of the process, right through to execution of the day - you were all wonderful.

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs G rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      Penshurst staff outstanding!
      Everyone we spoke to and dealt with at Penshurst were outstanding, you all played such a big part in making our day a real success. Sarah, the biggest thankyou to you, your help and effort blew us all away. Penshurst Place and staff - world class!

    • 09 Dec 2011, Mr & Mrs P rated Penshurst Place & Gardens  

      A stunning venue
      A wonderful day in a stunning venue. Everything went so smoothly - thank you so much!

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Facilities for Penshurst Place & Gardens

Venue Type :
Civil Ceremony License
Exclusive Use
In the Country
Stately Home
Evening Entertainment :
Evening Reception Facilities
Dance Floor
Entertainment License
Live Band Facilities
DJ Facilities
Outdoor Fireworks Permitted
Venue Staff Assistance :
Wedding Coordinator
Dining Options :
Seated Meal Facilities
Buffet Meal Facilities
In House Catering
Alcohol License
Capacity :
Less than 30 guests
30 to 50 guests
50 to 75 guests
75 to 100 guests
100 to 150 guests

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