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Lucy Sent on 14/07/2025The best venue I could possibly imagine
I cannot express enough how outstanding Chiddingstone Castle was as a wedding venue. We were initially attracted to the venue due to the beauty of the castle, grounds and village and due to the flexibility the venue offered, however every single interaction with the venue proved to be exceptional. Amanda made every interaction seemless and completely stress-free, she was perfectly organised, constantly pro-active and absolutely lovely. Nothing was too much and it was an absolute joy to work with her. Amanda and Georgia and their team then managed the day itself beautifully, absolutely everything was taken care of before it needed to be and before anyone had to be asked, they filled in any gaps we had left in the planning and allowed the day and the people involved to flow perfectly. I could not recommend them enough. Everyone from the cafe staff to the gardeners to the admin team was exceptional, I am wracking my brains for an occasion to be able to use Chiddingstone and the team as a venue again! Thank you so very very much x -
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Matt Sent on 14/09/2026Chiddingstone Castle was the perfect venue
We honestly cannot thank Chiddingstone Castle enough for giving us the most incredible wedding day. From the moment we first visited, we knew there was something very special about this place.
We looked around multiple wedding venues before making our decision, but Chiddingstone Castle stood out from our very first meeting. The setting is breathtaking, the atmosphere is incredibly romantic, and there is something about the castle and its grounds that makes it feel completely unique. We knew almost immediately that this was where we wanted to get married.
The events team were fantastic throughout the build-up to the wedding and made the whole process feel so easy and reassuring. Amanda in particular was brilliant, both in the lead-up and on the day itself, ensuring everything was organised and that we were able to simply relax and enjoy our wedding.
Our ceremony in the Orangery was absolutely magical. Even though we had rain on our wedding day, it somehow made the setting even more beautiful. Sitting in the Orangery with the rain falling outside, surrounded by our family and friends, is something we will never forget.
We then had our wedding breakfast in the stunning Grand Hall, which provided the most incredible backdrop for dinner. The atmosphere in the room was fantastic and it felt incredibly special to be celebrating with all of our favourite people in such a beautiful and historic setting.
The level of care shown by the staff towards our guests throughout the day was exceptional. Everyone was incredibly welcoming, attentive and friendly, and so many of our guests commented afterwards on how well they had been looked after. The butler service during dinner was a particular highlight and added such a special touch to the day.
And the food was fantastic. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted amazing, and our guests couldn't stop talking about it afterwards.
We also have to mention the value. We visited several wedding venues before choosing Chiddingstone Castle, and we genuinely felt that what was offered here was incredible value. You get such a beautiful and historic setting, wonderful food, fantastic service and a team that genuinely cares about making your day special.
Perhaps the biggest compliment of all has been hearing so many of our guests tell us that it was the best wedding they have ever been to. Hearing that from the people we love most means the absolute world to us, and Chiddingstone Castle played such a huge part in making that possible.
Our wedding day was everything we hoped it would be and more. Despite the rain, we wouldn't change a thing. Chiddingstone Castle gave us a day that we will remember for the rest of our lives, and we will always be incredibly grateful.
If you're considering Chiddingstone Castle as your wedding venue, we honestly couldn't recommend it highly enough. It is something very special. -
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Alan Sent on 16/08/2026
11/10 Venue - Can't recommend enough!
My wife and I just recently got married at the incredible venue that was Chiddingstone Castle.
We had an amazing day very much supported by the beautiful venue and very helpful staff. Many people commented how calm we both seemed on the day of the wedding and it's safe to say the professional Chiddingstone team were behind that.
I could not recommend Chiddingstone castle enough. The spectacular setting, staff, food, drinks - all of it was perfect.
We had a guest list of 80 hosted dinner in the great hall which felt like a good number for that room and packing out the dance floor. The outdoor orangery for the ceremony was stunning. The staff and wedding co-ordinator team took care of all the little details on the day and handled all the communications between our various suppliers.
We also felt that the venue was really good value for money and we were very fortunate to find the venue after sorting through hundreds online.
Chiddingstone Castle Team and venue take a bow, you deserve an 11/10 rating -
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Mrs Sent on 16/04/2026Beautiful twilight wedding
Georgia couldn't do enough to ensure that our wishes were met. The venue is absolutely stunning and the staff always friendly and helpful. The package was really good value for money and they were flexible around it to meet our needs. Everyone commented on how beautiful the wedding was. We would recommend this beautiful venue, especially as they give you full exclusivity. -
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Alex Sent on 23/10/2024Beautiful venue, but with a few logistical challenges
Chiddingstone Castle is an absolutely stunning venue in Kent, and my husband and I were immediately captivated by its beauty and charm. One of the standout features for us was the privacy of having the entire venue to ourselves, which made our wedding day feel truly special. The grounds are gorgeous, and the flow between the indoor spaces and outdoor areas allowed the day to transition beautifully from one part to another.
However, there are a few important considerations for future couples. The main hall, which is marketed as seating up to 80 guests, felt very tight with just 66. It was quite a squeeze, and that’s something to keep in mind if you’re planning for a larger guest list. Additionally, while the top table is historic and beautiful, it’s unfortunately quite small for a traditional wedding party setup. We had to shuffle our seating, and I found myself unable to comfortably fit my legs under the table due to a large table leg right in front of me.
The staff were lovely and accommodating, but the overall organisation could be improved. Due to IT restrictions, they aren’t able to use cloud-based platforms like Google Sheets, which made it difficult to share updated schedules and planning documents. We also experienced some confusion with their records during meetings. After the wedding, we had an unfortunate incident with our leftover wine, which led to a bit of a back-and-forth with the staff. Although it was eventually resolved and the wine was found, the process was more stressful than it needed to be.
I’d suggest that they invest in something like Roll Pallet Mesh Cages to keep track of items during venue turnover. It would make a world of difference and avoid misplacement. For example, I had to return after our honeymoon to collect champagne that had been forgotten.
Lastly, when it came to personal touches, I sometimes felt discouraged. I wanted to do a few things differently, such as placing our cake on a mobile table so it could be moved into the main hall for cutting after being displayed. As I had made a 6-tier cake myself. I knew exactly how to execute this, but I felt the venue wasn't fully supportive of those kinds of unique ideas. While everything ultimately worked out brilliantly, and we were very pleased with the way our customisations added to the day, a bit more encouragement from the staff would have been appreciated.
Overall, Chiddingstone Castle is a breathtaking venue, and we had a wonderful day, but there are a few areas where improvements could make the experience smoother for future couples. -
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Selina Sent on 03/08/2024A dream to work with
We stumbled across Chiddingstone Castle while searching for intimate wedding venues online, and we couldn't have been more pleased with our choice. From the very beginning, Natalie, our wedding venue coordinator, was an absolute dream to work with. She is the sweetest person—responsive, flexible, and always willing to accommodate our needs.
Despite planning our wedding from abroad and never having seen the venue in person, we felt completely at ease working with Natalie. Her professionalism and warmth made the process seamless.
On the day of the wedding, everything went perfectly. Natalie, Lindsey and the rest of the staff were absolutely amazing—helpful, kind, and considerate. They went above and beyond to ensure that our day was everything we had hoped for.
We highly recommend Chiddingstone Castle for anyone looking for a beautiful and well-managed venue for their special day.Chiddingstone Castle's reply:
Hi Selina
Thanks for your kind words. Lindsey and the whole team agreed that your wedding on Friday was an absolute delight to be involved with. An intimate, international group of globe trotters joining you from three continents! David your independent celebrant helped create a very personal and beautifully written ceremony and what could be more decadent than the Great Hall laid up for 12! -
Elisabeth Sent on 14/07/2024
The Venue of your dreams!
I could not recommend Chiddingstone Castle enough. Natalie as the wedding coordinator of the castle is simply a dream. She was the sweetest and most organized coordinator we met and chose the castle because of her! She made our entire experience and planning so much easier. We couldn’t have done it without her. Chiddingstone Castle is such a stunning venue and the guests were blown away! Everything is personalized to your preferences; your choice of catering, florists, cake, band, decorations but all with suggested options from Natalie which we of course used and loved! It was a fairytale wedding thank you so much!Chiddingstone Castle's reply:
Goodness me, that's very kind of you. Thank you so much for choosing Chiddingstone Castle, it was an absolute pleasure from start to finish.
With such a positive, joyful spirit there is nothing that could have spoiled your day for you and Tom. The driving rain at times and the unexpected thunder and lightening did nothing to dampen spirits. A day brimming with joy, love and laughter! -
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Rachel Sent on 15/06/2024
Fantastic venue, expertly run
My now husband and I got married at Chiddingstone Castle on the 3rd of May 2024 and, as expected, it was the best day of our lives!
From the time we first spoke with Natalie (the wedding coordinator at Chiddingstone) we knew she was the real deal and that the wedding team at Chiddingstone were seasoned experts.
The venue speaks for itself in terms of looks (inside and out) and it is an excellent venue in terms of flow of the day as well. This is for many reasons, one being how the rooms inside the castle all join one another. It feels intimate but not cramped and is great for both small or large weddings.
The bridal suite is stunning and the photos you get from there will be ones for the frame for sure. We didn't get the marquee and we're so glad we were able to use the great hall for dining. It was cosy as we had 82 people seated for the wedding breakfast but it felt really special and there was still enough room for people to get up and down and for the caterers to get through as needed.
Natalie was quick to respond to emails and very thorough when getting an idea of what we wanted for the day. She was unfazed by our "deer in headlight" moments and because of her experience she was able to fill in a lot of the gaps that hadn't even crossed our mind when it came to wedding planning! She really left no stone unturned, thank you Natalie!
Natalie was able to coordinate with the church in Chiddingstone (St. Mary's) as well and all ran smoothly between having the ceremony at the church and the reception/breakfast at the castle. We had our reception drinks at the orangery and were so pleased we did as it's such a beautiful space.
The supplier list that we were given was very good and you can't go wrong with any of their caterers. We chose Urban Pantry and they did not disappoint. They know the venue so well and have their execution down to an art, all our guests were very happy and well fed (and no one was left thirsty that's for sure!).
Because the suppliers all know the venue and Natalie it makes for a huge weight being lifted from the bride/grooms shoulders. Just knowing that all of those communications were going through Natalie directly was a huge plus for us.
Natalie was kind but firm in her running of the day, it was a real gift for us to be able to relax and enjoy the day knowing that her and her team were behind the scenes. Our parents commented multiple times about how easy going and stress-free our wedding was, which is a huge compliment!
Whatever was happening, Natalie made sure it ran smoothly. There was a minor mixup with the button holes but she came to the rescue and got that sorted. She even helped me with the buttons on the back of my dress.
The opportunity for photos at this venue are limitless, you've got the views out the front of the castle, the castle itself, the forest, pond, and bridge leading up to the church, and if you're lucky the flowers will be in bloom along the castle wall and around the orangery. We were lucky that both the bluebells and the wisteria were in bloom at the same time.
All in all we cannot thank Natalie and her team enough for making our day so special and most importantly, stress free! We highly recommend this venue for anyone looking to get married in this area.Chiddingstone Castle's reply:
Thank you Rachel for taking time to prepare such a thoughtful, considered and generous review.
It was such a pleasure to work with you both to prepare for the wedding and an absolute privilege to be here on the day. -
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