THE BARNYARD (KENT) LTD Surrounded by 150 acres of stunning landscape in the heart of the Kentish countryside, you’ll find The BarnYard. Home to a beautiful barn conversion and a luxurious permanent grand marquee, it’s both tranquil and charming in equal measure. The beautiful lawn is a wonderful location for a glass of bubbly following the ceremony. There are also some terrific photo opportunities on the romantic wooden bridge. Built over a cobbled garden it’s set among some stunning landscaping with a view of the orchards, woodland and rolling fields beyond. You have a choice of two wonderful outside areas to say “I do.” The Topiary Garden Gazebo is surrounded by the beautiful gardens and the Orchard Garden Gazebo can be found among the orchards and natural woodland. Both of these spaces are backed up by an indoor area if the weather takes a turn for the worse. The venue also offers twilight ceremonies, which are held in the newly-converted Apple Barn, with the option to use a gazebo for an outdoor ceremony in the pretty courtyard. Vows are at 5.30pm followed by the evening celebrations. What’s more, here you can enjoy a fine-dining experience with a menu created from fresh and locally-sourced ingredients for traditional threecourse wedding breakfasts through to barbecues and hog roasts. THE ALEXANDER CENTRE The Alexander Centre is an attractive Victorian building in the heart of Faversham, a picturesque Medieval market town. The structure’s impressive facade makes a real statement within the town’s architecture and features a grand portico, which makes for gorgeous photographs. Its convenient location ensures it’s easy to get to and there are numerous facilities nearby including hotels and B&Bs to accommodate your guests. Ceremonies take place in the Jubilee Room – a light and airy heritage room with large windows, high ceilings, detailed cornicing and parquet flooring. The Gatefield Hall is the largest hall in the area making it ideal for weddings with substantial guest lists. It boasts a high, vaulted ceiling and can be dressed with drapes providing a blank canvas, which can be decorated to suit. It opens out onto a private, secluded garden, which can accommodate gazebos for guests or even a bouncy castle for the children. Alongside the Hall is a separate bar and lounge area, also included in the wedding hire. For more intimate gatherings there are several smaller interconnecting heritage rooms available. The venue prides itself on being flexible ensuring its happy couples can have the day they want. It also offers a space for you to get ready before the ceremony along with access on the evening before the big day. You can also come in the next day to collect your belongings, so you don’t have to worry about removing everything the moment celebrations draw to a close. IN THE KNOW 01634 235 059 www.the-barnyard.com ME9 7EZ Ceremony licence: Yes Ceremony capacity: 200 Wedding breakfast capacity: 250 Evening do capacity: 250 IN THE KNOW 01795 591 691 www.thealex.org.uk ME13 8NZ Ceremony licence: Yes Ceremony capacity: 150 Wedding breakfast capacity: 150 Evening do capacity: 250 16
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