Description
Your Dream Wedding by the Sea
Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by stunning sea views and lush gardens. Whitstable Castle & Gardens, located in the charming coastal town of Whitstable, Kent, offers just that. This historic venue, dating back to the 1790s, sits on three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds featuring manicured lawns, a romantic fountain, and breathtaking views of the sea. Just minutes from Tankerton Beach and the historic Whitstable Harbour, it’s the perfect picture-perfect backdrop for your special day.
Flexible Ceremony and Reception Spaces
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, Whitstable Castle & Gardens has a variety of elegant spaces to suit your needs.
- Indoor Ceremonies: Choose from four licensed rooms inside the castle. The grand Mallandain Room, with its chandeliers and open fireplace, seats up to 70 guests. For smaller ceremonies, the cozy Miles Room and Graystone Library accommodate 12 and 20 guests respectively.
- Outdoor Ceremonies: Exchange vows in the beautiful Victorian-style gazebo nestled in the gardens—perfect for couples dreaming of an open-air wedding.
- Receptions: Host a relaxed drinks reception on the stunning lawns or in the Rose Gardens. For your main event, marquees can be set up in the Rose Gardens or on the sun terrace, welcoming up to 120 guests with spectacular views. The Mallandain Room also offers an elegant setting for a sit-down meal of up to 50 guests.
Delicious, Tailored Catering
The in-house catering team at Whitstable Castle & Gardens works closely with you to craft a menu that reflects your style. Options range from formal three-course wedding breakfasts to afternoon teas, finger buffets, hog roasts, and BBQs—ensuring a memorable dining experience for you and your guests.
Key Details at a Glance
- Location: Whitstable, Kent, CT5 2BW
- Capacity: Ceremonies from 4 up to 75 guests; marquee receptions up to 120 guests
- Spaces: Four indoor ceremony rooms, outdoor gazebo, landscaped gardens, and roof terrace
- Features: Exclusive use options, dedicated in-house wedding coordinator, bridal changing facilities, and on-site parking
- Accessibility: Fully accessible with disabled access
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Reviews (8)
- TThe Woodmans29/05/2019Stunning setting, helpful staff, nothing was too muchStunning setting, helpful staff, nothing was too muchWe had our dream wedding ceremony at the Castle, it was a very hot day and the gardens were stunning. Tiffany and the team were incredibly helpful and looked after all our personalisations. Highly recommend this venue, so many options for wedding photos and accommodation nearby for guests. It felt like we had our own castle for the afternoon. We had our dream wedding ceremony at the Castle, it was a very hot day and the gardens were stunning. Tiffany and the team were incredibly helpful and looked after all our personalisations. Highly recommend this venue, so many options for wedding photos and accommodation nearby for guests. It felt like we had our own castle for the afternoon.
- RRee & Blair03/08/2018Thank you for a fantastic and very special dayThank you for a fantastic and very special dayThank you so much for making our day special and beautiful. The castle looked stunning and the day flowed beautifully. Both us and our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves. My husband is especially grateful for your help with keeping him sane and his stress levels down throughout the day. All the staff were absolutely brilliant, helpful, friendly and accommodating. An asset to the castle and made our day special. Thank you so much for making our day special and beautiful. The castle looked stunning and the day flowed beautifully. Both us and our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves. My husband is especially grateful for your help with keeping him sane and his stress levels down throughout the day. All the staff were absolutely brilliant, helpful, friendly and accommodating. An asset to the castle and made our day special.
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Every wedding that we host is unique and exciting for different reasons.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Allow us to take away the stress of the planning.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
beautiful, unique, relaxed, historic, quirky
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Our beautiful Rose Garden during the summer months
What’s your favourite canapé?
our homemade sticky pigs in blanket are very popular!
What is your venue's most unique feature?
We can provide small intimate ceremonies in our two smaller rooms from 4-20 guests
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our beautiful landscaped gardens
