THE ROCHESTER CORN EXCHANGE 01634 338 112 | www.therochestercornexchange.co.uk This luxurious and imposing Grade I listed building was constructed in 1706 by the rather splendidly named Admiral Sir Cloudsley Shovel, whose coat of arms can be found above the High Street entrance. It has enjoyed a varied history as a butchers market, a courtroom, a concert hall and a cinema. For the past 100 years it has functioned as Rochester’s premier venue for parties, events and weddings offering you the flexibility to enjoy the day of your dreams in a historical setting. Located just off the beautifully preserved Victorian High Street, famous for its connections with Charles Dickens, the venue is close to the cobbled Boley Hill that links the High Street through an ancient gateway to the moat of Rochester Castle and Gardens on your right, and to the left Rochester Cathedral. The Queens Hall is the largest space here for ceremonies and receptions hosting up to 300 loved ones (or 275 with a dancefloor). A luxurious space with wow factor, its stunning architectural features include high ceilings, sparkling chandeliers and impressive windows. This room can be configured to suit weddings of all sizes and can host wedding breakfasts, sit-down meals and evening celebrations. The Princes Hall is suitable for more intimately sized events and can host up to 80 nearest and dearest for ceremonies. It can also act as a welcome area for drinks and canapés when used in conjunction with The Queens Hall, linked together by the grand sweep of the staircase. Rochester Corn Exchange uses a number of specially selected caterers to suit all budgets, tastes and types of wedding including Asian and AfroCaribbean. The three existing packages, The Cathedral, The Castle and The Courtyard all give exclusive access to the venue. BRIDGEWOOD MANOR HOTEL & SPA 01634 201 333 | www.bridgewoodmanorhotel.com With space for 180 wedding guests at this charming hotel, everything you’ll ever need for your big day will be taken care of by its team of specialist wedding coordinators, who take pride in their outstanding knowledge of local suppliers. Whatever you need, whether it’s a bespoke floral arrangement or wow-factor evening entertainment, they’ll organise it for you. What’s more, with easy access to the M2, M20 and M25 you can rest assured knowing guests will be able to find you easily at Bridgewood Manor. Plus, the hotel is designed around an inner courtyard, a fantastic location for drinks receptions and those allimportant photographs. The Hythe Suite is a large, bright and airy space overlooking the courtyard and flooded with natural light. A partition wall separates the main function suite from the bar area, making it flexible and easily transformed from day to evening. There’s ample space for 180 for the ceremony and reception. Slightly smaller, The Hogarth Suite, also bright and spacious, boasts high ceilings and a separate bar. It can accommodate 120 from “I dos” to dancing. More intimate spaces for the ceremony include the Stratford and Maidstone Suites, both with room for 40 nearest and dearest. The former looks out onto a small patio, while the latter has views over the hotel’s courtyard and it’s neutral décor makes it the ideal blank canvas. 18
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTA0NTE=