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Last update: March 2026
The Castle Westenhanger is a unique and romantic wedding venue steeped in history and bursting with charm. The fairytale medieval castle is nestled in the beautiful Kent countryside and offers exclusive use on your special day. Create your own piece of history within the ancient walls of The Castle Westenhanger.
Your romantic and regal wedding morning
The Castle Westenhanger has two spacious dressing areas on the ground floor and first floor of the manor house, allowing you and your partner to get ready at the venue while remaining completely separate. The Elizabeth Suite and The Discovery Room have recently been renovated to look spectacular in your wedding photos while ensuring you feel relaxed, comfortable, and at home. There is something so romantic about getting ready on separate floors of the manor house.
Your magical ceremony awaits
Choose from our equally spectacular indoor and outdoor ceremony areas, seating up to 120 guests. Gather your loved ones on the castle lawn for a fairytale ceremony under the romantic thatched roof gazebo, surrounded by ancient ruins. Or invite your guests into the cosy and quirky banqueting hall, a medieval setting with beautiful architectural features and a roaring fire pit.
Memories that last a lifetime
Post-ceremony, you and your guests can enjoy refreshments and games on the castle lawn against the backdrop of the impressive manor house or in the hidden bar inside the castle’s historic turret. Invite your guests to join you in the elegant marquee with views across the castle lawn.
An unforgettable experience
Dance the night away to your choice of favourite songs played by our in-house DJ, included in your package. The marquee benefits from having an adjoining bar, keeping all of the entertainment in one place to create a buzzy atmosphere.
When taking a break from dancing, you will love exploring the castle ruins as the sun sets, taking photos, and enjoying drinks on the spacious castle lawn.
Bespoke quote tailored to your dream day.
Wedding packages at The Castle Westenhanger start from £8,150. Prices vary depending on the month, day of the week, and year you decide to hold your wedding. All packages include exclusive use of the venue, in-house catering, use of our spacious dressing room and the support of our experienced team.
Discover the timeless charm of The Castle Westenhanger where historic grace meets your dream wedding day, we’re excited to be part of your journey. Contact us to find out more.
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Reviews for The Castle Westenhanger
Affordable dream castle
Lindsy and Marcs wedding
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The Castle Westenhanger
Beautiful , stunning. I was a princess the whole day.
The character of the old building , the turret, the getting ready room were amazing. The old ship in the grounds and the ruins , all my guest (and me ) commented on how stunning and beautiful this place is.
The marquee reception was spacious and we had a fantastic evening.
We upgraded our Dj Package (decore and more lights) and it was really worth it , my photos are amazing.
I Will 100% recommend this stunning venue.
If I could do it all over again I would.
Dreamy Wedding Venue
The team were lovely both leading up to the day and on the day
The venue itself is also dreamy. It was stunning enough that everyone said how beautiful it was, but it wasn't the scene stealer of the day- because it highlighted us as a couple perfectly.
Thank you to everyone at the venue for giving us a perfect day
The Best Wedding Venue!
The lady who showed us around was so lovely and told us the history of the castle.
The grounds were absolutely stunning and had a magical feeling.
We spoke to one another and neither of us wanted to look anywhere else. We had fallen in love with it.
The team were fantastic and any email I sent was quickly answered. No request was too much for them. They even allowed us to have a unicorn attend on the day.
Fast forward 2 years and we finally said I do.
We couldn't have asked for a better day.
We even had one of our guests say she had never been to a wedding before and no other wedding she would be invited to, could ever top the one at the castle.
If you are looking for the most magical place to get married, I highly recommend The Westenhanger Castle, you will not be disappointed
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Magical and Perfect - A History Lover's Dream Venue!
Exceptional Staff & Seamless Service:
The staff were absolutely exceptional - they knew exactly what they were doing and handled everything so smoothly that our guests didn't even register being moved from place to place. The day just flowed with complete perfection around us, and any hiccups that occurred were resolved without us even being aware of them. The team was incredibly flexible, saying "yes" to every request we made throughout the day, from moving guests between tables to adjusting how the DJ took requests.
Outstanding Wedding Planner:
Our wedding planner Jackie was spectacular! I really cannot stress this enough, what an asset to the venue Jackie is! We felt so looked after and cared for. When we had to postpone our wedding by a year, the venue was incredibly understanding and helpful throughout the process.
Stunning Ceremony & Grounds:
Our outdoor ceremony was absolutely stunning, beautifully protected from the wind within the castle walls. The photo opportunities within the grounds are so special, and the Dove Cote adds such a unique element to the venue. The hidden dance floor reveal was a spectacular moment that our guests are still talking about!
Exceptional Food & Service:
The food throughout the day was outstanding - every single guest has commented on how beautiful and delicious everything was. We chose the hot British classics for the evening, served directly to our guests on trays so they didn't have to queue anywhere. The service was impeccable.
Practical Considerations:
There was plenty of parking for our 120 guests, the staff were incredibly helpful with everything. We used the venue's DJ and would suggest being quite prescriptive with song choices if you have specific preferences, though they followed our general direction perfectly.
Perfect Flexibility & Atmosphere:
The staff were practically invisible unless you needed them, and then they appeared immediately. The venue's flexibility and the team's professionalism made our day absolutely perfect.
Castle Westenhanger is a stunning venue that delivers on every level - I'm so pleased we chose this magical place for our special day!
April Wedding
What an amazing venue to get married in!
A magical gem.
The Most Magical Day
The magic is created as soon as you walk in and even more so on my day as we had snow!! Transported into a winter wonderland with the most beautiful atmosphere and decorations.
The staff were honestly so incredible and I cannot even begin to thank you for guiding me through my day. You took everything out of my hands and I trusted you all. Your professionalism and expertise ensured that our day ran smoothly. Every single guest commented on how amazing the dinner service was and so professional. Also the food was stunning.
The evening DJ was great and although I took a turn for the worst, due to a sickness bug I couldn’t help but get up and boogie. The evening guests shared that the buffet was incredible.
On behalf of my Husband and I we would like to thank you all for creating and being a part of the most magical day. And if you’re anything like me and do not do ‘Typical’ this is the place for you. Westernhanger will always have a place in our hearts and we’ve made our own history in this incredible historical place.
Autumnal dream
Viking wedding
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Meet the team
Hi I'm Jasmine,
As one of the Client Experience Executives here at Glow Events, I bring a passion for creating meaningful client relationships, ensuring they feel supported, heard and inspired throughout the planning process.
My main focus is to ensure their journey with us is seamless and unforgettable.
My favourite part of your dream day:
I love seeing what dress the bride has chosen, i have seen so many beautiful brides in lots of different style dresses.
Hi I'm Jamie,
As one of the Client Experience Executives here at Glow Events, I am dedicated to creating positive and personal client experiences.
My priority is to make their time with us enjoyable, and truly memorable.
My favourite part of your dream day:
Listening to the different playlists the couples make, whether that be their entrance song for the wedding breakfast or ceremomy soundtrack.
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