An enchanting country garden wedding venue in Kent where celebrations take place surrounded by blooms and birdsong. Local Area & Amenities: Located in the quaint village of Yalding, the venue is only 6 miles from Maidstone Town Centre, and offers plenty of local transport and accommodation options. Suitable for weddings of up to 100 ceremony guests and 200 reception guests. Wedding Packages: For 2024 weddings, packages start from £9,660 based on 50-day guests and up to 200 evening guests. Packages include exclusive venue hire, a dedicated wedding coordinator, reception drinks, your wedding meal, wine for the guests, an evening buffet, a professional DJ, access to our exclusive online wedding planning tool, and much more. We also offer an unbeatable Winter wedding package which includes rustic garden-inspired styling and wonky crockery, with prices starting from £9,330 for 50-day guests and up to 100 evening guests. Your Choice of Ceremony Areas: You will have a choice of four indoor and outdoor ceremony areas; The Gazebo, a romantic outdoor option in the centre of the gardens, The Orchard, a rustic and relaxed outdoor setting under the dappled shade of the trees, The Nook, our enchanting and unique indoor ceremony tipi, and the beautiful barn with views across the gardens. After the ceremony, enjoy your reception drinks on the garden lawn, before feasting on an unforgettable wedding breakfast in the Nordic tipis adorned with twinkles. Unforgettable Food: The in-house chefs pride themselves on providing a first-class dining experience, using only the freshest ingredients. They will collaborate with you to create a menu that will delight your guests, catering to all styles and culinary preferences. Enjoy a three-course feast, hog roast, or BBQ across a range of cuisines.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Jenny, Beth & Bex

Thank you for considering The Gardens for your wedding day. We have years of experience, and will be by your side throughout your wedding planning journey to ensure you have the day of your dreams. We can't wait to meet you and show you around our beautiful country garden wedding venue.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2016

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

No. of People In Team

135

Overview of The Gardens

Wedding Venue Type

Garden / Outdoor

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

100

Reception Capacity

200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Dancefloor Available

Confetti Permitted

Sound System Available

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Licence

Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive Use

Outdoor Reception Space

Disabled Access

Landscaped Gardens

Bridal Changing Facilities

In-House Wedding Coordinator

On-Site Parking

Pet Friendly

Wedding Catering

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

Asian Catering

Halal Catering

Kosher Catering

In-House Wine List

Pricing for The Gardens

Packages (total price)

£9,330 - £19,690

Number of guests included: 50

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Reviews for The Gardens
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Tyler & Lois

Happy couple married in December

December 2024

Couldn’t have wished for a better venue!

I couldn’t recommend the gardens more as a wedding venue! From booking and the open days to the our actual wedding day they couldn’t do more for us. Everything went exactly as planned on our day, the venue was decorated in our winter package and the food was amazing.

Cyril

Happy couple married in November

December 2024

A magical place! The best venue for weddings.

Finding the right wedding venue can be overwhelming as there are so many factors to consider. However we were very lucky to have found the Gardens. From the initial viewing through our wedding day we have received a great service and of course the venue itself is absolute gorgeous (just have a look at their virtual tour on their website). Planning our wedding with the team was very easy with the help of their online system and their coordinators are always so helpful, making sure we have everything set for the day. The food is also a major plus for the venue, from the canapes to our wedding breakfast all our guests were happy with the quality of the food and it was scrumptious. Honestly couldn't have picked a better venue for our wedding and highly recommend to consider the Gardens for their special day!

Liv and Joe

Happy couple married in November

November 2024

The perfect day!

We had our wedding at The Gardens in Yalding during their winter season this year, 9th November 2024, and it was everything we could have hoped for and more! The venue is dressed for winter, and looks so sparkly, cosy and beautiful, even before we had put our own bits in. The venue suits the autumn/winter so well, and has a completely different feel to the summer, which is what made it feel so special for us. The staff were amazing - everything went absolutely seamlessly and they handled everything with a chilled calm attitude which made us feel like that had absolutely everything under control (which they did!). Could not fault the day and would 100% recommend to anyone! Also what's so nice is you can return to your wedding venue for dinner when the tipi restaurant is open which is such a nice thought! Loved every minute!!

Coral & Kiki

Happy couple married in October

November 2024

Perfect day, perfect venue and incredible staff

We recently got married at The Gardens and from the moment we booked (2yrs prior!) right up to the day the staff could not do more for us. Jaime and Jose were incredible on the day and made sure that our day, not only went to plan, but that it ran like clockwork which took all the stress away. The food for the wedding breakfast was great, all the guests commented on how lovely the food was and the staff were exceptional throughout. We got married in October and the venue is stunning during this time of year with all the autumnal colours throughout the gardens which made our day even more special. I cannot recommend this wedding venue enough, 10/10 and worth every penny! Thank you!

Charlotte & George

Happy couple married in October

November 2024

The best day of our lives!

We held our wedding at The Gardens in October 2024 & we can honestly say it was the best day of our lives! I work in a wedding venue myself, and was therefore very picky when it came to choosing a venue, and The Gardens did not disappoint! Special shout out to Beth who looked after us on the day. From the first initial enquiry, right through to the day itself, they made planning so easy (especially the computer software they use, which is ideal for type A brides)! They were quick to respond to my queries, and were so friendly & attentive! The venue itself is stunning! We were lucky enough to have an outdoor ceremony amongst the autumn leaves, but the indoor tipi is equally as beautiful. All of our guests have commented how tasty & hot the food was, and there was a great selection when choosing our menu! It was so cosy in the evening too with the fire in the tipi, and the DJ was brilliant! If I could re-do the day all over again, I would choose The Gardens every time! We will be back again very soon to enjoy a meal in the tipi restaurant! Thank you all again!

Lisa Barkham

Happy couple married in November

November 2024

Perfection!!!!

Can not thank “The Gardens” enough for allowing us to create the wedding we always wanted! From the original enquiry, to last orders at the bar, the team couldn’t do enough for us. We will forever recommend this little gem of a wedding venue to anyone who asks. Perfection at it’s best!! xx

Jenny & Steve

Happy couple married in October

November 2024

The Best Day Ever

From the moment we first looked around The Gardens we knew we'd be getting married there. What a fantastic and beautiful venue. It was everything and more we could have hoped for. Nothing was too much trouble and there was always someone on hand to help with any questions we had. On our big day we were made to feel so welcome and The whole team at The Gardens were fab and a delight to deal with. We couldn't have asked for a better day.

Caroline

Happy couple married in September

October 2024

The perfect day at The Gardens

Myself and husband had the perfect wedding at The Gardens. Our package included the venue, food and DJ. We opted for the BBQ for a relaxed vibe which everyone loved. The food in the evening was also very delicious. The staff made sure it ran like clockwork so we didn't need to worry about timings on our special day. The staff are also very responsive and helpful in the run-up to the wedding - I emailed a lot of questions and they always responded promptly. You use a wedding portal that the team at The Gardens send to you to input and plan your wedding day so it is very well organised. We had quite a few kids at our wedding and they loved running around the gardens. Lucky for us the sun was out. We'd highly recommend The Gardens for anyone looking for a venue for their big day. A big thank you to everyone in the team that made it so special. Mr & Mrs S

Kate and Becky

Happy couple married in October

October 2024

The perfect venue for our autumnal wedding

We had our wedding at The Gardens in early October and the gardens were in full autumn colour. Bex and her team were so helpful, answering all our questions as we were planning and then making sure the day ran smoothly. The food was delicious and the DJ delivered exactly what we had asked for. It was the perfect venue for us, not just for its setting but also its value for money, quality and service.

Ellie & Simon

Happy couple married in August

October 2024

Beautiful Venue

We had a wonderful wedding reception, at The Gardens, in August 2024. The venue was beautiful, the food was delicious (all vegetarian) and the staff were very efficient. Our guests all commented on what a lovely venue it was, even on the hottest day of the year! Communication via email was excellent and we were able to organise absolutely everything via our online portal. It did take a fair amount of time to enter all the information they required, but it meant everything went smoothly. The only slight downside was all the leftover food had to be binned due to their strict food policy. Which was a shame as we wanted to avoid food waste and would have preferred to take it away with us. We hope, at the very least, they make a compost heap to dispose of compostable food in the future, which will also feed their beautiful gardens! The other slight issue was the band kept using the bridal suit to change and freshen up in, as there wasn't enough room for them in the office they were asked to use. Not ideal when I popped up to change dresses in the evening! A wonderful day though, which we all thoroughly enjoyed!

Location & Contact Details for The Gardens

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Phone

Wedding Venue Address

Benover Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME18 6EX, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

The Gardens is situated in the village of Yalding between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells in Kent. It is 6 miles from Maidstone, 11 miles from Tunbridge Wells and 35 miles from London. There is plenty of local accommodation for guests. Sat nav postcode for The Gardens is ME18 6EX.

Nearest Town

Paddock Wood

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M20

Nearest Train Station

Yalding

Nearest Airport

London Gatwick

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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Gardens?

One of the most memorable weddings at The Gardens involved a groom who worked with horses. He wanted this passion reflected in his wedding, so we worked with him to arrange the most magical ceremony entrance we've ever seen from a groom. He arrived on horseback, like a knight in shining armour, riding his way down the aisle towards the gazebo (much to the delight of his guests). During the outdoor ceremony, his horse happily grazed on the grass as the pair said their vows. It was so romantic and a true reflection of a lovely couple, we've no doubt their guests are still talking about it now.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Throw away the rulebook, forget what's in fashion, and focus on what matters to both of you. This is a celebration of you and your relationship, so we always recommend couples think about ways they can incorporate little touches of their personalities throughout their day.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

It's always so lovely to see couples incorporating a nod to those who are no longer with them, it's such a special and personal touch.

Describe The Gardens in 5 adjectives

Breathtaking, rustic, magical, earthy & unforgettable.

Where’s the best photo spot at The Gardens?

There's too many to count - your photographer will be in paradise! We have 12 acres of grounds with 16 individual, beautifully designed garden ‘rooms’ each with their own characteristics, mood and colour. A very popular photo spot is our stunning victorian greenhouse, which was donated to The Gardens by King Charles in the 1990s. And for Spring weddings, our famous tumbling display of lilac wisteria gets a LOT of attention.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Gardens?

One of our lovely brides went on to become a Finalist in The Great British Bake Off.

What’s your favourite canapé?

It's hard to choose, but we love our Beef Sirloin Steak, Pomme Frite & Bearnaise Sauce. It's indulgent and truly delicious.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese!

What is The Gardens most unique feature?

Our stunning, Nordic hat style Tipis add the wow factor to every wedding breakfast. Romantic fairy lights cascade from the wooden beams, while the fire pits exude light and warmth, creating a really magical atmosphere. They're spacious - seating up to 130 guests for a sit down meal and 240 for a buffet - while feeling really intimate and special.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We're really proud of our commitment to making wedding planning fun and stress-free for couples. When you get married at The Gardens, you'll be looked after by Glow Events, a team which includes experienced wedding coordinators, exceptional chefs, and professional waiting staff who are committed to ensuring you have the day of your dreams. You’ll also benefit from access to our exclusive online planning tool, Sonas, which makes organising your wedding simple.

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