Swept away Our roundup of the county’s waterside and coastal venues BRADBOURNE HOUSE 01732 897 436 | www.bradbournehousekent.co.uk Bradbourne House is an exclusive-use, Queen Anne, Grade I listed, country house located in the heart of Kent. The house as it stands today was built between 1712 and 1715 and served as the Twisden family home right up until 1937, when it was put up for auction and bought by the East Malling Trust. The venue boasts 20 acres of picturesque parkland, including a tranquil lake, ancient trees and secret garden orchard. From the moment you drive through the iron gates you’ll find yourself surrounded by pristine, stripey lawns. The grounds are home to a plethora of wildlife, including hundreds of Canadian geese who return to the lake each year. THE “I DOS” Brabourne House has two licensed indoor areas for your ceremony. The Drawing Room is ideal for intimate “I dos” with up to 50 loved ones. The bay windows look out across the lakes and gold chandeliers hang from the ceiling. The Great Hall is best for guest lists up to 100 and the blue walls are one of the House’s most memorable features with Twisden family portraits adorning every part. In addition, there are two further outdoor ceremony spaces, each licensed up to 100. The Hatton Fruit Garden was originally planted as part of the Dig For Victory campaign, and its walled gardens now provide that sought-after secret garden spot where you can exchange your vows. The Great Hall Steps provide the grandest of entrances, and as you ascend the marble steps to the house itself, they offer a spectacular backdrop to the most important part of your day. THE CELEBRATIONS The gorgeous Great Hall can also host receptions for 100 seated or 200 standing guests. It allows large numbers of loved ones to come together to celebrate as one, from a decadent wedding breakfast to that allimportant evening bash. For more intimate gatherings you have the option of The Breakfast Room, which provides a different feel. The dark oak interiors and walls hung with portraits is often referred to as the gentleman’s room. Complete with Grand Piano, it’s the ideal setting for intimate meals or relaxing with tea and cake for 40 seated or 100 standing guests. Finally, with space for the same numbers, The Drawing Room’s bay windows are practically made for a wedding cake to sit in! The venue offers a complementary tasting to the two of your with its executive chef, and a toastmaster is available within the hire to ease your day. https://stevebarberphotography.com www.jamesirelandphotography.co.uk www.jacksonandcophotography.com WATERSIDE VENUES 25
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