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Last update: March 2026

Celebrate your love in total privacy aboard Leven is Strijd, a beautifully restored Dutch barge on the Medway Estuary, Kent. Perfect for couples seeking an exclusive wedding with up to 28 guests—you, your partner, and 26 of your nearest and dearest.

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Our Venue

Exchange vows in our glass-fronted stretch tent, perfect whatever the weather, surrounded by tranquil waters and countryside, before moving to our luxurious historic Dutch barge for a sit-down wedding breakfast.

Built in 1928 in the Netherlands, the barge combines historic charm with refined elegance, creating a backdrop that’s both intimate and unforgettable.

Enjoy bespoke canapés and drinks in a stylish tented lounge and bar area before and after the ceremony. From a late-afternoon ceremony to relaxed evening celebrations, every detail is designed to make your wedding effortless, elegant, and completely yours.

Your day is yours to personalise.

Exclusive, intimate, and effortlessly magical - Leven is Strijd offers a wedding experience unlike any other.

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Your Wedding on Leven is Strijd Includes:

  • Exclusive Venue Hire: Whether you choose the barge (just dining), the tent (just reception), or the combination of both (ceremony, reception and dining), our team ensures your event runs flawlessly. From excellent service to flexible layouts (the tent area only) and exclusive hire tailored to reflect your vision.
  • Beautiful dining experience: Canapés, a sumptuous three or four-course sit-down meal, options crafted by our talented culinary team.

  • Evening celebrations: After a late-afternoon ceremony, enjoy drinks in style on our glass-fronted stretch tent, enjoying the riverside views.

  • Comfort and elegance: A fully set table, dining chairs, and lounge seating are all included for a luxurious, relaxed, and intimate atmosphere.

  • Tailored for intimacy: Designed for you and up to 28 guests.

  • Unforgettable experience: Every detail is focused on creating a truly one-of-a-kind wedding.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Unusual weddings
Marquees and tents
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Evening reception facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Car parking
Confetti permitted
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Twinney Wharf, Susans Lane, ME9 7HA Upchurch (Kent)
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