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Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle, Kent5.0 · 123 reviewsWebsite

Set within the heart of the Leeds Castle estate, The Castle offers a truly memorable setting for a historic wedding in Kent. Surrounded by beautiful parkland, gardens and its iconic moat, this magnificent castle venue combines centuries of history with elegant interiors, exceptional hospitality and unforgettable views. From the moment your guests arrive and see Leeds Castle rising majestically abo

Venue type
Unusual weddings
Capacity
50–120 guests (120 seated)
Ceremony licence
Celebration only

About Leeds Castle

Set within the heart of the Leeds Castle estate, The Castle offers a truly memorable setting for a historic wedding in Kent. Surrounded by beautiful parkland, gardens and its iconic moat, this magnificent castle venue combines centuries of history with elegant interiors, exceptional hospitality and unforgettable views. From the moment your guests arrive and see Leeds Castle rising majestically above the water, they will be immersed in the atmosphere of this unique castle wedding venue. Inside, the newly refurbished Ceremony Room provides a beautiful backdrop for your vows, with natural light flooding through the long French windows and soft, elegant décor creating a romantic and tranquil setting. Following your ceremony, celebrate with your guests in the Castle’s spectacular State Rooms before capturing unforgettable photographs across the estate. A private golf buggy is available to transport you and your photographer around the grounds, with the Castle, moat, gardens and parkland providing a variety of stunning wedding photography locations. Your wedding breakfast will be served in The Salon, the largest room within the Castle. Featuring views across the moat and surrounding parkland, a grand 16th-century French Caen stone fireplace and magnificent ebony flooring, this elegant space provides a beautiful backdrop for your celebrations. As the evening continues, move into the opulent 1930s Castle Drawing Rooms for drinks, dancing and celebrations with your closest friends and family. At the end of the evening, retreat to your luxurious Castle bedroom and continue your wedding experience within this historic setting. Facilities and Capacity The Castle offers a range of elegant spaces for your wedding day, including: Ceremony Room for up to 100 guests Wedding breakfast in The Salon for up to 100 guests Evening reception in the Castle Drawing Rooms for up to 120 guests Beautiful grounds for wedding photography Dedicated accommodation for couples and guests Services Offered Our experienced wedding coordinators will support you throughout your wedding planning journey, helping you create a celebration that reflects your style and vision. A dedicated duty manager and team of footmen will also be on hand throughout your wedding day to ensure every detail runs smoothly. Your wedding package includes venue hire, tables and chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast, a PA system for speeches, a silver cake stand and knife, a Leeds Castle post box for wedding cards and complimentary parking for your guests. Our list of approved catering suppliers offers flexibility and choice, allowing you to select a catering style that suits your celebration. From your wedding breakfast through to evening refreshments, our team will work with you to create a memorable dining experience. Accommodation Enjoy the convenience of staying within the Castle itself with accommodation available for you and your guests. Your wedding package includes a luxurious Castle Bridal State Bedroom, along with additional Castle bedrooms for guests including breakfast. For larger celebrations, further accommodation options are available across the estate, including Stable Courtyard bedrooms, Lakeside Lodges and holiday cottages, subject to availability. By staying at Leeds Castle, you and your guests can continue celebrating beyond your wedding day, with residential guests also able to explore the Castle and grounds the following day. Explore More Leeds Castle Wedding Venues Leeds Castle offers a collection of unique wedding venues, each with its own character and atmosphere. Alongside The Castle, couples can explore the intimate elegance of Maiden’s Tower, the historic charm of Battel Hall, and the beautiful evening celebrations available at Fairfax Barn. View our other Leeds Castle wedding venue listings on wedding industry to discover the setting that best suits your celebration.

Facilities, accommodation and access

  • Outdoor fireworks permitted
  • Wedding coordinator
  • Accessible facilities
  • DJ facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
  • Helipad
  • Evening reception facilities
  • In-house catering
  • Car parking
  • Seated meal facilities
  • Dance floor
  • Overnight accommodation for guests

The venue in photographs

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Finding us

Leeds Castle, Leeds Castle, Kent, ME17 1PL, England

Reviews

5.0 average from 123 reviews

Imported

We got married at Battel Hall, an intimate wedding venue on the Leeds Castle estate. The contact from Leeds Castle was excellent before the wedding and they provided an Event Manager on the day to ensure everything ran smoothly. It suited us so well, it's beautiful and full of character. We chose…

Allison · 2025-09-28

Imported

We had the most amazing wedding day. Nathan and I cannot thank Chloe and the whole team enough. Chloe was amazing from when I first met her on the day right to the end, she helped us keep on time and kept me relaxed. The staff made sure we had help at every stage and everything was set up…

Emily · 2025-09-05

Imported

From the minute we arrived as guests of the wedding we were greeted by the staff at the castle, our bags were transferred to our rooms and we were taken by buggy to meet the rest of the gues

Jen · 2024-10-10

Imported

Leeds Castle were absolutely amazing. Every single detail was thought of from start to finish. The staff were exceptional! Friendly, helpful, professional

Amie-Jo · 2024-10-10

Imported

The whole day was just amazing from start to finish. couldn’t find fault anywhere. The food, the drinks, the staff, the place, the grounds, the feel, the service! Literally everything was fantastic. We have truly made magical, family memories, on what was a very emotional day. Many thanks again for…

Marc · 2023-04-19

Imported

What can I say this is just the most exceptional venue to hold your nuptials the backdrop is just spectacular. We booked Leeds just over a year ago and the coordination has been just top notch Katie Amanda and their teams just know exactly what you need as support I didn't worry about any of the…

Grainne · 2023-08-27

Imported

The venue speaks for itself so I won't waste any words on it. The team however, deserve as much praise as the castle. They were super professional and did everything with a smile. From the beginning when we were choosin

Sam B. · 2024-04-03

Imported

Choosing Maiden's Tower at Leeds castle as our wedding venue was more than we could have imagined it too be... nothing was too much to ask for from both the Leeds castle team (especially Katie the coordinator, castle Chris and chloe) along with the in house catering team Grayson's (especially…

Broad/Smith · 2024-09-02

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