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Last update: April 2025

Crown Lodge, located in Wye, offers breathtaking views over the Kent Downs National Landscape, extending into Sussex. Nestled in the peaceful countryside near Ashford, Kent, the venue is surrounded by ancient woodland and vibrant wildflower meadows, providing a secluded, intimate space for weddings.

The Lodge is a versatile, perfectly sized venue with all wedding elements accommodated in a single room. It comfortably hosts up to 90 guests for the day, with an additional 50 guests welcomed for the evening reception. Upon entering Crown Lodge, couples are greeted by a rustic, romantic cabin that shines during summer weddings and offers a warm, inviting atmosphere for winter celebrations.

Inside, the Lodge features a beautiful log slice wall backdrop on one side, with floor-to-ceiling windows on the other, allowing ample natural light and uninterrupted views of the surrounding landscape. This makes for stunning sunset photography, a favourite among couples. The outdoor space includes seating for up to 50 guests on wooden benches, perfect for an al fresco reception, along with garden games provided by local businesses and our quirky new Drinks Shack, adorned with a diamond chandelier.

The Lodge is adorned with festoon lighting, giving it a cosy, magical feel after sunset, perfect for the first dance and evening celebrations. A fully licensed and staffed bar, accessible toilet facilities, and a flexible adjacent room—closed off during the day—are all within the venue. This separate room, one of our two licensed ceremony spaces, also doubles as an evening entertainment area where DJs or bands can set up without interrupting the flow of the day.

For outdoor ceremonies, our gazebo nestled in the woodland is an idyllic spot. Seating up to 90 guests on permanent benches, complete with sheepskin throws for added warmth, it offers a serene and romantic setting. Portable speakers and microphones ensure all guests can hear the vows clearly, making it a seamless outdoor experience.

At Crown Lodge, we are committed to keeping our costs affordable while delivering a high-quality experience. By offering venue hire and drinks packages only, couples have the flexibility to choose the catering that best suits their tastes and budget. We work with a variety of caterers, from street food suppliers to taco and ice cream vans, ensuring a personalised dining experience.

In 2022, we introduced a popular prop hire service, providing trending décor items like table runners, postboxes, and vintage bikes. This sustainable initiative allows couples to rent rather than buy, reducing waste and offering affordable alternatives.

Couples can personalise their day by setting up the space themselves the day before, adding their own touches while we handle the setup of tables, chairs, and linens.

From the first viewing, we aim to build a strong relationship with our couples. During a 45-minute consultation, we gather detailed information to tailor a bespoke quote and recommend suitable suppliers. After the deposit is paid, we provide a comprehensive wedding confirmation pack, including essential details for the couple and their guests, such as local accommodation and taxi services.

We schedule two in-person meetings at six months and six weeks before the wedding to finalise guest numbers and timelines. However, we always emphasize that couples are welcome to visit as often as they like, whether with family, friends, or suppliers.

We focus on building a relationship with each couple through regular communication, including monthly check-in emails and scheduled meetings at six months and six weeks before their big day. We also encourage couples to bring their suppliers for site visits, especially those unfamiliar with the venue, to ensure everyone feels comfortable on the day. Our open days allow couples to explore different décor styles, and we offer unlimited support via phone calls whenever needed.

While we allow external caterers, we ensure quality by approving caterers before couples commit. To offer a more complete experience, we have launched “The Wild Garden Catering Co.” in July 2024, an exclusive service featuring local, sustainably sourced ingredients. This new option will provide everything from pizza to afternoon tea, offering flexibility and style to suit any wedding.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Unusual weddings
Landmark
Woodland and festival
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Crown Lodge

Esmie
Esmie Sent on 01/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding!

We got married in October 2024, we knew we wanted an Autumnal themed wedding and what better venue than Crown Lodge! It has such an intimate and cosy feel as soon as we viewed it, we just knew this was the one for us.
Special mention to Kylie, she was incredible from start to finish, talked through everything with us, there was no pressure, and everything was very relaxed. Kylie was always there on the other end of an email with very quick responses to any questions. Kylie was there on the day coordinating and everything ran so perfectly! All our guests commented on how well the day flowed, saying they didn’t feel rushed, and everything was smooth. We were hoping for an outside wedding but the rain that morning meant we were inside, HOWEVER, they set everything up so beautifully I am so pleased it was inside, it was so cosy we couldn’t have wished for anything better. Plus, we were lucky enough to have the most amazing sunset in the evening! The views at the venue mean you can get beautiful wedding photos.
If you’re looking for a venue who takes care of YOU and your wedding day, this is the venue to choose, I wish I could give 100 stars and do it all over again!

Photos are by Olly Knight Photography.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 17/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Moments

Not only is the venue set in the most beautiful place (we were even lucky enough to spot horses in the neighbouring fields on our wedding day), but the staff were so personable at every stage. From our first enquiry to the day after our wedding Crown Lodge answered every question we had, helped us to adjust things to our needs, and provided us with so much information and guidance. We thoroughly enjoyed having our wedding with them!
Nicky
Nicky Sent on 02/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our dreams!

Wow! What an amazing venue this is and we are both so sad that we don't have an excuse to see it again! My partner and I wanted a twilight wedding and as soon as we saw the venue, we knew it was the one for us! The rustic décor' and fairy lights made you feel like part of a fairy tale. Kylie was a dream and she made sure that we were 100% happy with all of our decisions! She also made sure that our day flowed nicely, so that we didn't have to worry about a thing! The original plan was to get married outside in the gazebo, however the english weather put a stop to that, but Kylie and team ensured the inside ceremony area was dressed beautifully and I was so delighted when I saw it, walking down the aisle. The venue was a fraction of the price compared to others that we viewed, and the flexibility allowed us to find the caterers that created the food we love. I couldn't recommend The Crown Lodge enough, and they have certainly made our dream wedding happen! Thank you so much, Nicky x
Gemma
Gemma Sent on 29/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Place

I found crown lodge via this site and as soon as we went to view it I knew it was THE ONE! What a picture perfect place. The calming atmosphere, having everyone and everything all in one place and the views make this venue INCREDIBLE! Kylie, our wedding planner, was unbelievable, if you’re looking for someone to help guide you through every process with ease, look no further. 5 stars for the place… actually you need 100!
Sadie
Sadie Sent on 19/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever!

Crown lodge was the first venue we viewed but we just knew as soon as we visited that it was the place we wanted tot get married! Its beautiful! And the views are stunning. We didn't want a huge venue which had the potential to feel cold and empty - especially as we got married in October, so this venue was perfect! Cosy and comfortable, beautiful inside and out and the staff are amazing! Kylie is who we dealt with, and nothing was ever too much for her, even when it all got a bit stressful for me in the last week. She was there to help and provide advice and it was clear she genuinely cares. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful, classy, intimate wedding!
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Laura Sent on 17/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Summer 2024

We were so grateful for the support from Kylie and her team at Crown Lodge. They are helpful and knowledgeable. We loved the venue and had so many compliments on the day.
The staff ensured our day ran smoothly and we cannot thank them enough.
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Charmaine Sent on 14/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding party in the woods!

We hired Crown Lodge for our wedding party. A big selling point for us was the beautiful decor and furnishings for the room. We bought in a few extra decorations but not much else was needed as we loved the rustic look. Kylie and team were fantastic and made the process very smooth from recommending suppliers, to explaining the process and they even put out our decorations. Such a beautiful location.
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Lauren Sent on 14/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue, gorgeous surroundings & the loveliest staff ever.

Crown Lodge is the perfect venue.
We had a relatively small wedding with a ceremony in their inside space with 20 loved ones and a further 40 guests join us for the evening.
We had the most incredible day, for the weeks leading up to the wedding we had lovely Kylie, helping to organise and finalise little details that I would never have even thought of.
She was always available to answer a question or settle a worry and took away any stress I had when it came to planning and timings.
Kylie coordinated with suppliers brilliantly to ensure seamless running of everything.
Kylie and her team even helped decorate the cake and make it look pretty for me, so I didn’t have to worry on the day.
The venue is beautiful and the staff were absolutely incredible. Nothing was too much trouble and they truly made everything such a joy.
I don’t really have any other words to emphasise their brilliance at crown lodge, other than that I know if you were to choose them for your wedding, you would have 0 regrets.
I wish we could go back each year and just do the day over!
Wishing you all a wedding as lovely as ours and thank you Crown Lodge, we will forever be grateful to you for the best day of our lives x
Natasha
Natasha Sent on 13/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best day of our lives!

Everything about Crown Lodge was perfect for us. Excellent communication and planning with Stephanie the owner and Kylie the operations manager. They were very accommodating for all our needs, had great ideas and inspiration for flowers, catering and table arrangements. The venue was the perfect size, rustic inside and out with views of the downs, wonderful for photos.
Kerry
Kerry Sent on 13/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our 2024 wedding

Town lodge was a fantastic venue for our wedding. Our guests loved the space and the little touches like the lights outside. Communication was perfect nothing was to much trouble. Good value for money
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Abbie Sent on 15/09/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Our perfect venue

We cannot recommend Crown Lodge enough, Kylie and the team were friendly, helpful and flexible throughout the whole experience- from our first look round to the day itself. Kylie and the team were so supportive and helped the day to run smoothly that we could just relax and enjoy our big day with our friends and family without having to worry about any of the logistics.
The outdoor space at the venue was perfect and the facilities were exactly what we wanted. The venue was perfect for a cosy and authentic wedding.
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Abi B. Sent on 14/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We had the best day!

Kylie and the team were fantastic from the start!
They were instrumental in ensuring the whole experience was stress-free and our wedding day was so smooth and easy, we truly had the best day and didn't have to worry about anything.
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Ashleigh Sent on 10/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Such an amazing venue all round

We had our wedding in July- and honestly couldn’t fault the crown lodge, the view and venue itself were absolutely stunning. The staff on the lead up were so responsive answering all of my questions and calming my worries. The staff on the day were amazing, they kept me up to date if we were a little behind and problem solved to keep the day moving smoothly, they were so attentive with making sure us as bride and groom had drinks! Just such smooth experience with them and our wedding was truly one to remember. Thank you so much
Alexander
Alexander Sent on 01/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible venue, phenomenal staff!

We had our dream wedding day at Crown Lodge. Kylie was incredible and so helpful, we’re forever grateful. One of the reasons we chose crown lodge was because it was the only venue that allowed us to bring in our own caterers, which meant we could express our Jamaican heritage in our choice of food. Kylie and the staff at Crown Lodge went above and beyond to accommodate us and ensure that the day demonstrated who we are as a couple. In the end we had steel pans and a Jamaican buffet complete with a traditional drum to cook Jerk meats!

The venue itself is so stunning and picturesque that hardly any decorations were needed! Kylie was our main contact and she was absolutely incredible, we were sad to see her leave on the evening of our wedding.

We are so happy, the day couldn’t have gone any better and we have memories to last a lifetime.
Thank you to all at Crown Lodge for helping us create our dream wedding day!❤️
Claudia
Claudia Sent on 21/07/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Our big day

Our big day was held at Crown Lodge and we had the best wedding day! We enjoyed ourselves so much and did not wanted to end the celebration. We fell in love with Crown Lodge immediately and knew that this venue would represent us 100%.
Unfortunately our ceremony could not be done outside and a the little dream of the bride walking down the aisle, getting married in the gazebo crumbled. Although it was sunny and not rainy the registrar decided to do the ceremony inside. I must say, I was very upset about this, arriving and getting this news. I knew this was not the venues decision but still couldn’t believe it. Kylie was just brilliant, she checked in with me, making sure that I was ok and asked me throughout the day many times if I was good and if there’s anything she can do for me. Kylie is an absolute gem and makes the spirit of the venue. Because of her I could actually let my hair down and ignore the fact that I could not have the ceremony I really wanted. Her reassurance was well needed and lifted me up in the moment. I just want to also mention that everybody else who was there and helped did an amazing job and all our guests still mention how amazing all the girls of Crown Lodge was and what a stunning venue it is. We seriously had the best wedding day and things definitely happen for a reason. We highly recommend Crown Lodge ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Date: From 18/05/2025 to 18/05/2025 Schedule 11:00 - 15:00
Place: Cold Harbour Lane, Ashford, Kent

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Cold Harbour Lane TN25 5HE Ashford (Kent)
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