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Your Dream Wedding at Winters Barns in Canterbury
Established in the heart of Kent's countryside, Winters Barns offers couples a historic and romantic setting for their wedding celebrations. Our beautifully restored 17th-century barns combine original architectural features with modern amenities, providing a versatile space for ceremonies and receptions. With over 350 years of history, our venue retains its original oak beams and idyllic gardens while offering contemporary comforts like climate control and state-of-the-art facilities. Our dedicated wedding coordinators provide unlimited support through site visits, menu tastings, and planning consultations to ensure seamless execution. Recognised as Wedding Events Team of the Year and Venue (Barn) in the South East Region, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences.Our all-inclusive packages cater to various budgets, with flexible options for mid-week, off-season, and bespoke celebrations. The venue accommodates up to 150 guests for ceremonies and 200 for receptions, with two local churches available for traditional weddings. Our courtyard features a picturesque wedding arch, complemented by 100-year-old Bramley apple trees and enchanting gardens. We maintain transparency in pricing with no hidden fees, offering competitive rates for exclusive use of our space. Our team's expertise in event management ensures every detail is meticulously planned, from catering to entertainment, allowing couples to relax and enjoy their special day.
Services
Wedding Venue
All-Inclusive Packages
Bespoke Weddings
Catering Services
Accommodation
Photography Locations
Event Coordination
Bar Services
Supplier Recommendations
Virtual Tours
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive use of historic 17th-century barns with modern amenities for unique celebrations.
- Our dedicated wedding coordinators provide unlimited support through site visits and planning consultations.
- We maintain transparency in pricing with no hidden fees across all our packages.
- Recognised as Wedding Events Team of the Year and Venue (Barn) in the South East Region.
- Our venue combines original architectural features with climate-controlled spaces for year-round events.
What people say
Breathtaking scenery
Professional coordination
Flexible packages
Historic charm
Unforgettable day
Services
Wedding Venue
Our historic 17th-century barns provide a romantic setting for weddings with original oak beams and modern amenities. The venue accommodates up to 150 guests for ceremonies and 200 for receptions in a picturesque countryside location. Climate-controlled spaces ensure year-round availability with both indoor and outdoor options including a courtyard wedding arch.
All-Inclusive Packages
We offer comprehensive packages covering catering, bar services, event coordination, and entertainment for seamless celebrations. Options include the Winters Package with full-day use and Twilight Weddings with evening celebrations. Packages feature transparent pricing with no hidden fees and mid-week discounts available for budget-conscious couples.
Bespoke Weddings
Tailored wedding solutions allow complete personalisation of your special day with flexible options for intimate gatherings or grand celebrations. Our team works closely with couples to create unique menus, decor, and timelines while offering elopement packages and ceremony-only options for midweek bookings.
Catering Services
Professional catering team delivers gourmet experiences from traditional three-course meals to spit roasts and barbecues using premium ingredients. Bespoke menu creation accommodates dietary requirements and cultural traditions with wine pairings and cocktail services available for complete dining experiences.
Event Coordination
Expert coordinators provide unlimited support through site visits, menu tastings, and supplier recommendations to ensure flawless execution. Services include timeline creation, vendor management, and day-of coordination with proven expertise in handling complex logistics and unexpected challenges.
People
Liz
Wedding Coordinator
With over a decade of experience in event management, Liz specialises in creating seamless wedding experiences while maintaining the venue's historic charm.
Lizzie
Event Planner
Lizzie brings creative vision to wedding planning, combining organisational expertise with an eye for detail to deliver memorable celebrations tailored to each couple's preferences.
Sally
Venue Manager
As venue manager, Sally oversees daily operations and ensures the barns' historic features are preserved while maintaining modern standards of comfort and service.
Sophie
Client Relations
Sophie manages client communications and coordinates initial consultations, providing personalised support from first enquiry through to the wedding day.
Questions
What wedding packages do you offer?
We offer three packages: Winters Package for full-day events, Twilight Package for evening weddings, and Bespoke Weddings for customised celebrations with flexible options.
Can we have a church wedding nearby?
Yes, we partner with two local churches in Nackington and Lower Hardres for traditional ceremonies, with easy transportation to our venue for receptions.
Do you accommodate dietary requirements?
Our catering team creates custom menus to accommodate all dietary needs, including cultural and religious requirements, with advance notice.
What is your maximum guest capacity?
We accommodate up to 150 guests for ceremonies and 200 guests for wedding breakfasts in our beautifully restored barns.
Are mid-week weddings available?
Yes, we offer mid-week weddings with discounted rates and flexible options including ceremony-only packages and elopement specials.
Can we view the venue virtually?
We provide virtual tours through our website and offer virtual viewing appointments with our team for couples unable to visit in person.
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Reviews (6)
Alistair Ross
Jan 05, 2022
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Winters barn and the whole team are absolutely amazing. Such a magical venue to get married in, and it was such a slick operation - everything was so smooth and no thought was really required on the day. Shout out to Lizzie as well who helped make everything run as well as it did.
Carol Ryan
Dec 29, 2021
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It's beautiful a truly wonderful setting for a wedding. This time of year it was magical. The lights, Christmas garlands just how you would want a wedding to be. Staff were attentive. Very professional and nothing was to much trouble for them
Tobias Ullyett
Dec 23, 2021
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Beautiful location for the perfect wedding. The venue itself is rustic and spacious but still feel close to all of your guests. The barns are decorated beautifully, we had to buy hardly any to decorate the venue and they now have rooms available for some of your guests to stay in. The staff were amazing, they made our experience planning the wedding as smooth and as stress free as possible. Even with covid, they accommodated the change of date and the stress of constantly changing guest numbers. They went above and beyond on the day of our wedding. We can't thank them enough.
April S.
Nov 06, 2021
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We loved our wedding here! We got married 4 weeks ago. Everything was perfect and Sophie was amazingly helpful leading up to the day with ideas or suggestions for anything we might not have thought of. She was with us the entire day making sure I was ok and if there was anything we needed taken care of so I would have as little stress as possible. The venue itself is beautiful and was the perfect location for our lord of the rings theme wedding. The package deal was great so that we didn't need to worry about finding caterers or a DJ. The food tasted great and was enjoyed by all of our guests,
Samir E.
Nov 03, 2021
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Went there for a wedding. Everything was done right and everyone had a great night. Food was really good, if you need anything just ask John Maguire, really helpful and makes a great drink, cheers mate
Enquiries Uk
Oct 27, 2021
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What a wonderful experience! Wined and dined. Menu was fantastic. Area and location was excellent. Sublime at dusk. Customer service was on par with some of the best we've experienced as a family. Brian went above and beyond.
