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Price: £900 – £3,000
Guests: 160
Deals available: 1
Description
Description
Welcome to Shires Oast
Nestled in the heart of Kent, the Garden of England, Shires Oast is a beautifully restored Grade II listed oast house that offers a unique and romantic setting for your wedding day. Combining historic countryside charm with modern comforts, our venue provides a beautiful backdrop for celebrations filled with love, laughter and unforgettable memories.
Whether you envision an intimate ceremony, a relaxed garden wedding or a lively celebration that carries on into the evening, Shires Oast offers flexible spaces to bring your vision to life. With licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony options, picturesque countryside views and a characterful setting, every wedding can be tailored to reflect your style and personality.
Why couples choose Shires Oast
- Indoor and outdoor ceremonies: Exchange your vows in a setting that feels right for you, with licensed ceremony options both indoors and outdoors.
- Beautiful countryside setting: Celebrate surrounded by the charm of our historic Grade II listed oast house and the Kent countryside.
- Flexible celebration spaces: From intimate gatherings to larger weddings, our versatile spaces can be adapted to suit your plans.
- Everything in one place: Enjoy a seamless celebration with two bars, a built-in dance floor and space for both your daytime celebrations and evening party.
- Catering to suit your style: Choose from a range of dining options, including traditional wedding breakfasts, buffets, barbecues and more.
- Room to make it your own: Create your dream celebration with the option to add a traditional 9 m × 18 m marquee to the grounds.
- Extra wedding inspiration: As part of the Kent Wedding Centre network, we can help you explore décor, suppliers and finishing touches for your special day.
- A friendly, experienced team: From your initial enquiry through to your wedding day, our team is here to help you bring your ideas together and create a celebration to remember.
At Shires Oast, we believe every wedding should be as unique as the couple celebrating it. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful venue and helping you create a day that is truly yours.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Jennifer
Welcome to our page!
Our dedicated team are here to help you, create your perfect day. We will personally be on hand from the initial enquiry right until all your guests have gone home after the wedding.
Come join us on one of our Open Days throughout the year or give us a call to book a private viewing of our venues. We are here for you every step of the way.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1980
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Overview of Shires Oast @ The Hop Farm
Wedding Venue Type
Barn / Farm
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
250
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Sound system available
Wedding license
Dancefloor available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Fireworks permitted
Wedding Venue Details
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Marquee permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
Pet friendly
Wedding Catering
External catering permitted
Asian catering
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Alcohol license
Halal catering
Western / European
Vegan catering
Bar
Hog Roast
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Cultural Specialists
Other
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
Pricing for Shires Oast @ The Hop Farm
Pricing for Shires Oast @ The Hop Farm
Create your own unique space with a Dry Hire package. Prices are dependent on requirements.
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- LLuke and Elain27/06/2016Huge thank youHuge thank youLuke and I just wanted to say a massive huge thank you to you and everyone at the Hop Farm for Saturday. We had the most amazing day and I don’t think I’ll ever feel quite that special again! I also wanted to say a huge thank you to both Danni and Josh. We had a situation with the taxi that took my parents back that nearly caused an accident and hurt my parents (mum's knee is bruised and dads already injured shoulder had worsened but they are ok) due to his speeding in the bad weather conditions. Josh saved the day and took us back to our hotel and we are really grateful to him for stepping in." Luke & ElaineLuke and I just wanted to say a massive huge thank you to you and everyone at the Hop Farm for Saturday. We had the most amazing day and I don’t think I’ll ever feel quite that special again! I also wanted to say a huge thank you to both Danni and Josh. We had a situation with the taxi that took my parents back that nearly caused an accident and hurt my parents (mum's knee is bruised and dads already injured shoulder had worsened but they are ok) due to his speeding in the bad weather conditions. Josh saved the day and took us back to our hotel and we are really grateful to him for stepping in." Luke & Elaine
- DDonna and Sandor27/06/2016FabulousFabulousWe just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything that you both did for us on our wedding on Saturday 17th June 2017. From the moment we met you, and started the initial discussions, we knew that we were in very safe hands. You both helped remove the stress of organising the day and helped right the way through to the final detail. The venue itself, from the gazebo, to where the wedding breakfast was held through to downstairs in the evening was absolutely stunning! There are no other words for it. Everyone and I mean everyone was so complimentary about the food - It was excellent and exceeded our expectations. So much so, that Sandor keeps banging on about the toffee and honeycomb cheesecake!!! Please ask the chef to send me the recipe if only for piece and quiet! You two are truly the stars of the show and we thank you both so much, from the bottom of our hearts. You helped us to have a most magical, memorable day that will stay with us and our friends and family forever! Thank you again" Donna & SandorWe just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything that you both did for us on our wedding on Saturday 17th June 2017. From the moment we met you, and started the initial discussions, we knew that we were in very safe hands. You both helped remove the stress of organising the day and helped right the way through to the final detail. The venue itself, from the gazebo, to where the wedding breakfast was held through to downstairs in the evening was absolutely stunning! There are no other words for it. Everyone and I mean everyone was so complimentary about the food - It was excellent and exceeded our expectations. So much so, that Sandor keeps banging on about the toffee and honeycomb cheesecake!!! Please ask the chef to send me the recipe if only for piece and quiet! You two are truly the stars of the show and we thank you both so much, from the bottom of our hearts. You helped us to have a most magical, memorable day that will stay with us and our friends and family forever! Thank you again" Donna & Sandor
- JJacqueline and Andrew27/06/2016Star Wars WeddingStar Wars WeddingWe want to thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts for the fabulous day you gave Jacqueline and Andy on May 4th. We hoped the day would be special due to it being a themed day, but everyone joined in and it was fantastic. Your attention to detail, food, the venue, even the surprise of the shire horse being offered for a photo by the stable girls. It would have been Jacqueline’s great grandmothers birthday - also her great grandfather used to be a dray man, and his horses were shires! We hope you don’t forget that ‘Star Wars’ wedding, as we will remember it forever and the brilliant service we were given". Jacqueline + Andrew Lyle, Ellen + Frank GouldWe want to thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts for the fabulous day you gave Jacqueline and Andy on May 4th. We hoped the day would be special due to it being a themed day, but everyone joined in and it was fantastic. Your attention to detail, food, the venue, even the surprise of the shire horse being offered for a photo by the stable girls. It would have been Jacqueline’s great grandmothers birthday - also her great grandfather used to be a dray man, and his horses were shires! We hope you don’t forget that ‘Star Wars’ wedding, as we will remember it forever and the brilliant service we were given". Jacqueline + Andrew Lyle, Ellen + Frank Gould
- AAmi and Paul27/06/2016Thank youThank you"Paul and I would like to thank you and the team for all your hard work yesterday. We had a beautiful day and you made it so easy to not have to worry about anything on the day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts." Ami and Paul "Paul and I would like to thank you and the team for all your hard work yesterday. We had a beautiful day and you made it so easy to not have to worry about anything on the day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts." Ami and Paul
- SSwapnil & Lauren27/06/2016Thank youThank you"Thank you will never be enough to express how grateful we are for how much work you all put in to make our wedding day(s) go perfectly. Ever since the first meeting we have had complete faith in you all - and Danni in particular handled the many meetings (with the whole family) like a pro. Thank you all so much, the weekend will be something our friends, family and us will never forget." Swapnil & Lauren"Thank you will never be enough to express how grateful we are for how much work you all put in to make our wedding day(s) go perfectly. Ever since the first meeting we have had complete faith in you all - and Danni in particular handled the many meetings (with the whole family) like a pro. Thank you all so much, the weekend will be something our friends, family and us will never forget." Swapnil & Lauren
- SSwapnil & Lauren14/02/2016Thank youThank you"Thank you will never be enough to express how grateful we are for how much work you all put in to make our wedding day(s) go perfectly. Ever since the first meeting we have had complete faith in you all - and Danni in particular handled the many meetings (with the whole family) like a pro. Thank you all so much, the weekend will be something our friends, family and us will never forget." Swapnil & Lauren"Thank you will never be enough to express how grateful we are for how much work you all put in to make our wedding day(s) go perfectly. Ever since the first meeting we have had complete faith in you all - and Danni in particular handled the many meetings (with the whole family) like a pro. Thank you all so much, the weekend will be something our friends, family and us will never forget." Swapnil & Lauren
- LLuke and Elain14/02/2016Huge thank youHuge thank youLuke and I just wanted to say a massive huge thank you to you and everyone at the Hop Farm for Saturday. We had the most amazing day and I don’t think I’ll ever feel quite that special again! I also wanted to say a huge thank you to both Danni and Josh. We had a situation with the taxi that took my parents back that nearly caused an accident and hurt my parents (mum's knee is bruised and dads already injured shoulder had worsened but they are ok) due to his speeding in the bad weather conditions. Josh saved the day and took us back to our hotel and we are really grateful to him for stepping in." Luke & ElaineLuke and I just wanted to say a massive huge thank you to you and everyone at the Hop Farm for Saturday. We had the most amazing day and I don’t think I’ll ever feel quite that special again! I also wanted to say a huge thank you to both Danni and Josh. We had a situation with the taxi that took my parents back that nearly caused an accident and hurt my parents (mum's knee is bruised and dads already injured shoulder had worsened but they are ok) due to his speeding in the bad weather conditions. Josh saved the day and took us back to our hotel and we are really grateful to him for stepping in." Luke & Elaine
Location & Contact Details for Shires Oast @ The Hop Farm
Location & Contact Details for Shires Oast @ The Hop Farm
Travel Notes
Search for Shires Oast on Google Maps (TN12 6QF) - Once you arrive at the Hop Farm head round to car park C where you can find our beautiful venue and our amazing wedding department store. On your wedding day, you also have the option to park at the front in car park A and walk down our private drive.
Nearest Town
Paddock Wood
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M20
Nearest Train Station
Paddock Wood
Nearest Airport
London Gatwick
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Impossible! Each wedding is so unique leaving us with so many amazing moments from every wedding. From the Basil Fawlty impersonators, fantastic Fireworks displays to the amazing guests themselves.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Remember it is your day. If you are feeling a little overwhelmed or stressed get in contact with your wedding coordinator. We can help get things in to place over a nice cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
I personally will always appreciate the memory tables of loved ones that couldn't be there on the day.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Unique, historical, famous, peaceful, personal
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
In front of the venue as you walk back up the aisle if getting married outside. Its historic.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Many famous acts from across the world performing at The Hop Farm Music Festival - Elton John, The Eagles, Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, Grace Jones, Squeeze, 10CC to name a few
What’s your favourite canapé?
Our mini Yorkshire puddings with beef and horseradish! Defiantly a staff favorite.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Now and again Chef will leave us with a bit of dessert to eat after shift and the Chocolate and Orange Torte is always fought after. Its Vegan, Gluten free and just AMAZING.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The Beams inside the venue and the Oast Cowls. They are the white hooded part of the roof that turn dependent on the direction of the wind.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our team. We are lucky enough to have a team behind us that help make each wedding special, from our chefs to waiters.
Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook Discount£3.5K Twilight Wedding Special Offer - Please contact for details.
